Located on the Colorado River, Hoover Damat the time of construction was twice as high as any other structure of its kind in the world. It is an outstanding achievement, nearly 100 years old, noteworthy not only for its enormous dimensions, complex design, and intricate construction, but also for its illustration of mans outstanding ability to overcome the deserts summer sun, the dangersof a treacherous river, and the extreme hazards of great heights on the canyons sheer walls.
Participants will have ample time for breathtaking views from the top of the dam and stop at the eastern side of the gorge in Arizona which offers fabulous views of the dam and Lake Mead, one of the worlds largest man-made lakes. There are fabulous photo ops of the new Hoover Dam Bridge which stands 900 feet above the river.
Before returning to Las Vegas, the tour stops at a local park where herds of Big Horn Sheep often come down from the surrounding mountains to gather and graze on the sweet green grass.
Note: Please wear hiking or athletic walking shoes. Temperatures are cooler from October to February so long pants and a light jacket are appropriate. March to September temperatures are warmer.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Located on the Colorado River, Hoover Damat the time of construction was twice as high as any other structure of its kind in the world. It is an outstanding achievement, nearly 100 years old, noteworthy not only for its enormous dimensions, complex design, and intricate construction, but also for its illustration of mans outstanding ability to overcome the deserts summer sun, the dangersof a treacherous river, and the extreme hazards of great heights on the canyons sheer walls.
Participants will have ample time for breathtaking views from the top of the dam and stop at the eastern side of the gorge in Arizona which offers fabulous views of the dam and Lake Mead, one of the worlds largest man-made lakes. There are fabulous photo ops of the new Hoover Dam Bridge which stands 900 feet above the river.
Before returning to Las Vegas, the tour stops at a local park where herds of Big Horn Sheep often come down from the surrounding mountains to gather and graze on the sweet green grass.
Note: Please wear hiking or athletic walking shoes. Temperatures are cooler from October to February so long pants and a light jacket are appropriate. March to September temperatures are warmer.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Located on the Colorado River, Hoover Damat the time of construction was twice as high as any other structure of its kind in the world. It is an outstanding achievement, nearly 100 years old, noteworthy not only for its enormous dimensions, complex design, and intricate construction, but also for its illustration of mans outstanding ability to overcome the deserts summer sun, the dangersof a treacherous river, and the extreme hazards of great heights on the canyons sheer walls.
Participants will have ample time for breathtaking views from the top of the dam and stop at the eastern side of the gorge in Arizona which offers fabulous views of the dam and Lake Mead, one of the worlds largest man-made lakes. There are fabulous photo ops of the new Hoover Dam Bridge which stands 900 feet above the river.
Before returning to Las Vegas, the tour stops at a local park where herds of Big Horn Sheep often come down from the surrounding mountains to gather and graze on the sweet green grass.
Note: Please wear hiking or athletic walking shoes. Temperatures are cooler from October to February so long pants and a light jacket are appropriate. March to September temperatures are warmer.
Duration: 4.5 hours