If you're planning to go to the Grand Canyon from Sin City, almost certainly you'll be viewing the West Rim. The most affordable way to get there? By coach, obviously. Not only are coach tours inexpensive, but there are a variety of trips that will satisfy every one's desire for sightseeing as well as adventure.

All things in Sin city features a twist, right? So why not bus excursions! To save you time, here's a summary of the all-time favorites:

• West Rim Tour bus. Includes Hoover Dam photo stop on AZ area of the bridge. Two-plus hours at the rim. Free Park shuttle.

• West Rim Bus with Skywalk. Includes passes to the incomparable Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, the construction that lets you walk 70 feet past the edge.

• West Rim Coach, Chopper and Boat. Take a 4,000-foot heli ride to base of canyon. Boat ride down the renowned Colorado River. Includes time at the top for sightseeing.

All bus trips are all-inclusive. That implies they include complimentary hotel pick up and drop off, a grab-and-go breakfast, box lunch, all park fees and specialist driver/guide.

Some courageous travelers prefer to drive themselves to the West Rim. I suggest against it. First, it's rather hazardous. The last 10 miles of road is rough dirt. Blowouts occur every day. If you go for it, please rent a sports utility vehicle with high ground clearance and carry water. Secondly, you will end up spending nearly 75 percent more when you add together all the Park fees.

Today's buses aren't the coaches of yore. These are double-deckers plus they come with quiet-ride suspensions, over-sized viewing windows, recliner-style seats, DVD players, A/C and spotless bathrooms. Trust me, you'll really take pleasure in these rigs once you comfortably knock back the 2.5 hours it takes to get to the rim.

The rim of choice for most Las Vegas visitors is the West Rim. This is actually the only location in the National Park where one can take a helicopter to the bottom. You can even broaden this trip by including a Colorado River boat ride. To sum it up, the West Rim is perfect for visitors seeking thrills and adventure.

Additionally, there are bus trips to the South Rim. This location is situated 5.5 hours from Las Vegas. Overall, the trip usually lasts 15 hours. Without a doubt, there's a lot of travel time involved, but when you are looking for unmatched scenic beauty, the South Rim is made for you, specifically if you experience it from along the rim-top trail, Yavapai Point and Mather Point.

Tourists bust their humps trying to find the ultimate deal. It's exhausting just hearing about it. If you want to save your time and save money, follow these three simple steps:

• Reserve a minimum of 1 week in advance

• Purchase your bus tour on the Internet

• Finish the entire transaction on the internet.

I'm adamant about number three. Good people reach a site after which hit the customer service number. Resist. They are sale agents and they'll charge you more. Present day travel sites are safe, secure as well as easy to use. They even generate a confirmation-receipt to your inbox that highlights what you purchased. If there's a mistake, now's the time to call the tour organization.

Vegas is a great place to stage a Grand Canyon West Rim bus tour. The distance from Sin City to the rim is merely 125 miles, and, when done by coach, goes by like nothing. Plus, if you want more "umph" on your tour, think about adding the Skywalk or a helicopter-boat trip! The West Rim of the Grand Canyon is an excellent place. Make sure you as well as your group ensure it is part of your Las Vegas vacation.