13 days in Grand Canyon National Park, Green Valley & Las Cruces Itinerary

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

On the 1st (Tue), see the world from above with a helicopter tour, take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, then hike along South Kaibab Trail, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Yavapai Point. Keep things going the next day: surround yourself with nature on Grand Canyon Mule Tours by Xanterra and then trek along Rim Trail.

To see other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Grand Canyon National Park day trip tool.

Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. In August, Grand Canyon National Park is much colder than Las Vegas - with highs of 80°F and lows of 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Green Valley.

Green Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pima County, Arizona, United States. Kids will appreciate attractions like Kartchner Caverns State Park and Coronado National Forest. Get out of town with these interesting Green Valley side-trips: Sonoita Vineyards (in Elgin), Sonoita (Wilhelm Family Vineyards & Arizona Hops and Vines) and Double R Ranch (in Benson). Spend the 4th (Fri) exploring nature at Tumacacori National Historical Park. categoryPhrases.sentence.. There's lots more to do: learn about all things military at Titan Missile Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at Patagonia Lake State Park, tee off at Quail Creek Country Club, and get a taste of the local shopping with Green Valley Farmer's Market.

For maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Green Valley journey planner.

Traveling by car from Grand Canyon National Park to Green Valley takes 6 hours. When traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Green Valley, with highs around 99°F, while nights are much hotter with lows around 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Las Cruces.

Las Cruces, also known as "The City of the Crosses", is the seat of Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): stop by Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wine, contemplate the long history of Old Mesilla Village, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica San Albino Catholic Church, and finally deepen your understanding at New Mexico State University. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Sat): hunt for treasures at Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces, learn more about the world around you at New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, and then stroll around Dripping Springs Natural Area.

To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Las Cruces route tool.

You can drive from Green Valley to Las Cruces in 4.5 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Green Valley in August, with highs in Las Cruces at 90°F and lows at 66°F. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling home.