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Route Overview
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A balanced 3-day South Rim plan that layers sunrise viewpoints, rim hikes, and a short inner-canyon experience. Built for first-timers who want Hermit Road, Desert View, and classic overlooks without exhausting pacing.
Itinerary
06:00
60 min06:00
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Mather Point sunrise
Grand Canyon National Park
60 min
07:30
90 min07:30
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Rim Trail to Yavapai Geology Museum
Grand Canyon National Park
90 min
11:00
90 min11:00
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Grand Canyon Village + lunch
Yellowstone National Park
90 min
17:00
90 min17:00
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Hopi Point sunset (Hermit Road)
Grand Canyon National Park
90 min
07:00
150 min07:00
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South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point
Grand Canyon National Park
150 min
10:30
30 min10:30
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Yaki Point
Grand Canyon National Park
30 min
13:00
180 min13:00
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Hermit Road shuttle overlooks (afternoon)
Grand Canyon National Park
180 min
17:30
90 min17:30
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Desert View Watchtower sunset
Grand Canyon National Park
90 min
06:00
60 min06:00
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Grandview Point sunrise
Grand Canyon National Park
60 min
08:30
180 min08:30
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Bright Angel Trail to 1.5-Mile Resthouse
Grand Canyon National Park
180 min
13:00
90 min13:00
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Kolb Studio + Rim Trail stroll
Grand Canyon National Park
90 min
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3
Days
11
Stops
moderate
Difficulty
Best Season
March-May and September-November for mild temps and clearer skies
Tags
#grand-canyon#first-time#viewpoints#sunrise#sunset#family-friendly