Holiday in Grand Canyon

About Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of the most magnificent natural wonders of the Earth: Over 1,600 meters deep, the Colorado River has carved its way through layers of rock that are up to two billion years old over millions of years. This monumental gorge stretches for 450 kilometers, with colors — from deep red to orange to violet — changing with each position of the sun, leaving visitors in awe. The South Rim is the most visited area and is accessible year-round. Viewpoints such as Hopi Point, Mather Point, and Yavapai Observation Station offer breathtaking panoramas, especially at sunrise and sunset when the canyon is bathed in golden and purple light. Helicopter tours provide a completely new perspective from the air. The Grand Canyon Skywalk at the West Rim — a horseshoe-shaped glass platform that juts out 21 meters over the abyss — is not for the faint of heart. The North Rim is 300 meters higher and is significantly less visited (open only from May to October). Here, an alpine forest atmosphere prevails instead of desert landscape. For adventurers, the Bright Angel Trail leads down to the Colorado River, where multi-day rafting tours through the canyon are among the most intense nature experiences in North America. The Phantom Ranch at the riverbank is the only accommodation at the canyon floor — booked months in advance. The Grand Canyon is a place that exceeds every expectation and where one can literally see the depth of Earth's history.