Best Grand Canyon Vacation? | Part 2 - Grand Canyon Train Ride and South Rim

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Leave me a Comment if you've taken the Train to the Grand Canyon South Rim. If you did, would you do it again?

[@FROMKYLE2U]

We were there the July before your trip... We drove from Vegas and did the package deal that was two nights w/ meals included... We upgraded to a suite for the extra space .... We also did the first class seats on the train (the dome car wasn't in use at that time).... The entertainment at dinner was a guy playing guitar which we really enjoyed, the food was ok not bad but nothing special - we will be going to the Rt 66 restaurants next trip.... We found lots of interesting stuff in the gift shops.... We had lunch at the El Tovar Hotel (I recommend putting in a reservation at arrival).....It was really good and the view from our table was amazing.... The host in our train car was Cameron - awesome job by him !!! Next trip - The Polar Express... Thanks for a great vlog !!! And yes - absolutely we would do it again !!!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you for your wonderful and thoughtful comment 🙏🏽. After thinking about the experience, two days and one night is not enough to enjoy both Williams and the South Rim. I definitely would like to spend one night at the Grand Canyon. The Polar Express does sound like an enjoyable experience, too. I appreciate your support and hope you have a Happy New Year 🎈🎊

[@sandrahines5105]

Today is September 1st, 2021...going to Williams tomorrow and doing the train ride the next day. Thank you for your video, now I'll know what expect!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi @Sandra! I hope you have an awesome time and enjoy both Williams and the Train. I'd love to hear back how your Adventure went.

[@carlavision6143]

Really loved and enjoyed your video! I've been to The Grand Canyon back in '88 coming back home from California. Our Daddy's brother Albert and his family lived in Visalia Ca and we went to visit. We stayed overnight in Las Vegas. The Grand Canyon was so beautiful and won't ever get to go back. Thank you for taking me along with you!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

I'm really glad you enjoyed it and that it brought back some fond memories. I lived in Bakersfield, CA for 23 years before moving to Las Vegas, and spent a lot of time in and near Visalia (Sequoia National Park) I'm sorry to hear that you won't be going back to the Grand Canyon. Thank you once again for watching, commenting and above all subscribing, I really appreciate your support 🙏🏽

[@carlavision6143]

@@LasVegasandBeyond you're welcome!

[@H.pylori]

Excellent conclusion to a nice getaway. The color and sharpness of the video are fantastic...and so is the narration. You brought tears to my eyes with the shots of the balcony at EL Tovar. 30 years ago we visited the south rim in December after a snow storm. The El Tovar was not busy at that time and the staff upgraded us to the room on the second floor that opens onto that balcony. The boys had a great time playing in the snow on their own private balcony. My how time flies. Have never taken the train before, but hope to do so after COVID. Thank you for allowing us to ride along with you.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Oh my gosh, you're comment is so appreciated. I'm happy it brought back some wonderful memories. El Tovar is a beautiful Lodge and I would love to stay there, especially during the Winter.

[@NeverStopFoodies]

I love how you give the history in all your beyond adventures. I also like the interviews you do with the other guests on adventures with you. Great job!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you @CheatMeat FoodCat🙏🏽❤️ I try to make my vlogs informative and interject some humor, too. Also, if they’re willing to be on camera, get people’s thoughts and opinions.

[@blueswalker1313]

Not sure if it's the background music, your narration or the scenery but it seems like an enjoyable, relaxing time.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

I'm glad you enjoyed it and thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@floid81]

Alan those south rim shots are truly amazing! lost for words to be honest

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you my friend. I appreciate your compliment 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@MrChiprocks1]

Another amazing video Alan. Really enjoyed it. Full watch. BigLike#64

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@MrChiprocks1, thank you my friend. You know I always appreciate your support 🙏🏽

[@carlie22168]

I have been to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, but it was on a group tour, and we weren't left with a lot of time to check out things like El Tovar and Bright Angel. I had a squirrel try and steal my lunch from the visitor' s center/ Not fun! I want to ride the train, and stay overnight near the Grand Canyon. That would be fun!😀

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi @carlie22168 ☺️. If I were to go back, I would still do the train ride and then spend the night at on of the less expensive lodges on South Rim. That's kinda scary about the squirrel. Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate it.

[@musikbuf42]

Just found your channel while searching about this train ride; we will be riding it later next month. You videos were so informative and kept our attention the whole time. I appreciated all the details! Thank you for excellent content!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you so much for your wonderful compliment, I truly appreciate you watching and commenting, and hope you have a great trip.

[@washandawashington7678]

Awww, the newlyweds from the sparkling city by the sea! Cute! 🥰🥰🥰 That's a nice little trip. I've never been on a train before. That would be cool to try one day. That drone view of the Grand Canyon was amazing! Soooo beautiful! Simply majestic!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you washanda for your supportive comments 🙏🏽. That couple so sweet and I love how she answered for him ❤️

[@JKStayinVegas]

Breathtaking, Alan. Simply breathtaking. I forgot to mention before, we loved the “chasing the sunset” part. So beautiful. Again, as I had said before, we really love all the footage of the inside of the train and even the tracks as you’re riding. We love transportation of any kind, especially trains and planes. I can’t tell you how many trains we have been on. It’s one of the main reasons we are missing being able to travel, so incredibly bad. Thanks so much for such great videos! 🤗🌟💫🥰

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks for the wonderful Comment. I love trains, too, there must be something nostalgic and soothing about riding the rails and the rocking motion

[@aileen1830]

This is wonderful. I really enjoyed your video. We are going next week. Thank you!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

I’m so glad that you enjoyed the video and hope you have a great time like I did.

[@melissamiles788]

Very nicely done! I will be looking for more of your videos.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting, I appreciate it. 🙏🏽

[@StraightOuttaVegas]

Arizona is a beautiful state! When I drove cross country through the southern states to move to Vegas, Arizona was the state that I really enjoyed driving across. I'd love to check out more northern states like Montana. Nice job on the VO, matched the the original sound almost perfectly!!!! 👍👍👍

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks brother, I just need to stop Warp Stabilizing 😁😂

[@StraightOuttaVegas]

@@LasVegasandBeyond we do what we want #FI 🤣

[@TeenagekicksBerlin]

I really love your very special and awesome videos. Big like! greetings from good old Germany. Chris.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you Chris 🙏🏽 Thank you for watching, commenting and liking

[@heathernorton3277]

Thanks for posting. I used to work in one of the Cafe's. I'll alway love the canyon and train!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi @Heather Nolan, thank you so much for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it. It was such an enjoyable and relaxing vacation and everyone was very friendly and courteous.

[@roninvegas]

Wow, nice scenery!!! Thanks for sharing your trip with us!👍

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you Ron for watching both Part 1 and Part 2 I really appreciate it 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TheLaughingLion]

You vlog is super cool, it feels like i'm totally immersed and experiencing in this little trip myself. Looks like you met a few nice people along the way. The south rim views were amazing. The train ride is a nice touch and way better than driving. like#50 👍👍😻

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks Kezon, I always appreciate your compliments and the train ride was probably my favorite part.

[@libertyone5853]

Soooo happy I found your channel. You do an EXCELLENT job, videoing, narrating etc. Hope ya get a million subscribers. I actually got the chills when I heard the music( great selection) & views of the canyon. Keep up the great work!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@Liberty One Thank you so much for the wonderful compliment, I really appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed this video ❤️ and thrilled you found my Channel

[@mabsthewanderer7561]

The train ride looked really wonderful

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks Mabs, it was fun, relaxing and enjoyable

[@ThisisthewayLasVegas]

Great shot off the back of the train

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

I used my 360 camera for all the Rear Train Platform shots

[@judigracia7341]

Thanks so much! You cleared up everything I was wondering about!!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

You are so welcome and THANK YOU for watching and Commenting, I really appreciate it.

[@Rubishaa]

what a beautiful place to be

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

It was definitely beautiful and serene. Thank you for watching and commenting 🙏🏽

[@DaleMcKenzie]

Well done, loved the narration and all the history. We have been to the South Rim but never took the train, definitely going to put this on our bucket list. 👏👏👏👏

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you Durango Dale and Chef Paula 🙏🏽. I think you two would thoroughly love the train ride, and I bet you sing better than the cowboys.

[@texadonkey34]

Beautiful scenery. Wonderful to do the whole Grand Canyon experience. Most folks take a few photos and leave. Five stars for this wonderful video. 🤠

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@kissy kat, have I told you I appreciate you watching and commenting? Well, I do. Thank you 🙏🏽 😊

[@jkimmie7488]

Watched a lot of videos with same subject matter and yours is the best!!!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you@J Kimmie, that is very kind of you to say 🙏🏽 and I really appreciate you watching and commenting

[@pandan23o]

Great video! Very nice quality and narration.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you very much for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it and Happy Holidays!!!

[@pennymarmar]

Sounds like fun. But expensive to take a whole family. This is good for couples. Still a great informative video to a place i might onnneeeeee day go to

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

The package is definitely pricey for a family, but as you noted, it's fun for a couple. Although, as there was no gambling, my g/f wouldn't have enjoyed it.😂

[@LetYrLiteShine]

Excellent job Alan. When we went, there was snow.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks Chrissy. Now that would’ve been cool to see.

[@LetYrLiteShine]

@@LasVegasandBeyond It was really pretty.

[@riomontana305]

Amazing video.....the footage at the Grand Canyon was great...Excellent work 👍👍👍

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks a lot!I appreciate you watching and commenting. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@ThisisthewayLasVegas]

Its cool that you did it by yourself.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks Nick, I'ts easier to vlog when you don't have anyone around to distract you.

[@deniseemmons-krasnosky5659]

It was probably originally used and built as a photography studio, for artists to take photographs, and possibly painters/watercolorists.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Yes, you are right. I researched it afterwards. I was amazed reading about the photography studio, too bad it was Closed

[@TVGuy729]

As a pro video guy I have to say I always appreciate finding quality work, especially on YT. It's obvious that you love putting these vlogs/micro docs together with lot of creativity, style, & feel. Enjoyed it throughly, nice job!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@TV Guy, thank you very much for taking the time to watch and comment, I really appreciate it. Honestly, as of late, I haven't been putting forward as much effort as it seems that Better Production Quality" doesn't translate into Subscribers. I've been trying to focus on content (i.e. Storytelling). Thank you again.

[@TVGuy729]

@@LasVegasandBeyond Without good storytelling, all you have are pretty pictures. Keep up the good work!

[@VegasBestIdeas]

Love all your narration Alan 💙 Lol don't get us started on "cold weather" though 😉⛄ The Wild West Show is awesome 👍 Reminds me of the one they did at Bonnie Springs Ranch. We definitely need to do this train ride 💙

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

I forgot about the Wild West show at Bonnie Springs, I guess I'm showing my age 😁, and it was cold, but what you guys have is FREEZING Weather 🤣🤣🤣

[@VegasBestIdeas]

@@LasVegasandBeyond lol yes that is true it's definitely freezing here 😆⛄

[@adamUDavies]

Thanks for your time and amazing video. It is so beautiful out there and I can't wait to revisit this wonderful place and see more of the sites and sceneries. Seems like you picked a great time of year for the visit.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you so much for the wonderful compliments, I sincerely appreciate them. The train ride and the Grand Canyon make for such a memorable experience, I think it’s worth it

[@mikep745]

Wow fantastic work! Grand canyon looked amazing.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks a lot! If I had more time, I would've hiked down, but then need a heli to get back up😂

[@davidsutcliffe6877]

Really enjoyed it 👍

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you David, I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment

[@JcOlivera]

Hey there, found your channel while researching a trip by train to the Grand Canyon, really good information, nice footage, background audio, good stuff, keep it up!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment, I really appreciate it.

[@JcOlivera]

You’re welcome!, I just booked a weekend at the Grand Canyon can’t wait!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@@JcOlivera awesome! I hope you have a wonderful time

[@robbievalverde1494]

Did this tour and loved it. Great video. Beautiful scenery.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hey Robbie 👋🏽 Well thank you for watching and commenting. if only there was a Casino, then Teresa would’ve gone with me 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheOtherMeLV]

I was going to say you don't have to duck but you said it for me lol

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hahaha, well you know I had to see for myself.

[@brendonsmith5663]

Thanks Alan, great job looks beautiful and stunning.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Many thanks! I appreciate you watching and commenting🙏🏽

[@TheOtherMeLV]

Lots of transitions in this one. Looks great

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Yeah, some good, some meh. My short-attention-span doesn't allow me to watch the same footage for longer than 5 seconds.

[@burgandybalderrama1042]

Thank you for the video. We have been looking into this for a big and gives us a lot of info to be ready with a little one!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Happy New year and Glad it was helpful! Depending on which options/upgrades you choose, it can get pricey, quickly.. Thank you for watching and commenting 🙏🏽

[@Theyrun]

We're planning a trip to the Grand Canyon, love both your videos.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Awesome! Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful and fun-filled time. There’s so much more to see than what I covered. so don’t rush and take it all in. 🙏🏽

[@craigventura2738]

Great vlog! Beautiful documentation of your trip, food, hotel, and your photographs of the Grand Canyon are fantastic! I newly subscribed to your channel and liked this video, so I'll be looking through your past vids to see what else interests me. Keep up the good work. Happy New Year!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi Craig, thank you so much for the awesome compliment, I sincerely appreciate it and Happy New Year to you, too. A majority of my vlogs are Vegas-based, but for 2021 I’m planning to explore more, so thank you for watching, commenting and above all Subscribing.

[@samneely8485]

Nice presentation, moved along well

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you! I really appreciate you watching and commenting

[@suesband]

Loved both your videos. We're considering this trip and really enjoyed your thorough review.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Wow, thank you so much for the compliment 🙏🏽❤️ I sincerely appreciate you watching and commenting. I’d love to hear your thoughts if you do take the trip. Stay Safe

[@angelaconaway3552]

Nice video. Did you happen to check out any other cars on the train? We are trying to decide between coach or the car where the seats face each other,. Also did you check out the area of Williams?

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi @Angela Conaway, thanks for watching and commenting. I wasn’t able to vlog in Coach, but I’m not sure if you’ve The Train’s video that shows the rest of the cars. Here’s the video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2XGhXhnbbOhj5o I did walk around Williams, but not that much. Part 1 of my video has a few minutes of me walking around and eating in Williams.

[@KiaBelle]

Excellent video the couples you interviewed were so sweet. It looks so peaceful I have to plan a trip there as well.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you Kia 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 You should! I'm thinking Spring and Fall would be the best time to visit.

[@ThisisthewayLasVegas]

Ive told you before. But your voice is great. Its very soothing. No homo.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Egad, thanks, but I definitely am not a fan of my voice.

[@koreancanuck]

I didn’t know there was a Wild West shown at the Grand Canyon, or a train that goes there. Interesting. :)

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

It was a fun experience and worth doing, at least once.

[@CassieandMichele]

That looks like a really cool experience! 🚂

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

It was! and nice to get away for a day

[@EssSimplyDone]

your voice is perfect for this btw

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you 🙏🏽 that means a lot, since I can’t stand my voice

[@travel_the_smokies]

A shame we didn't research this more and made it a part of our Grand Canyon trip. Next time. Thanks.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thank you. If I plan to do it again, I’d spend the night at one of the Grand Canyon lodges, too.

[@JKVegas]

Outstanding as always man, loving the factoids!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks broskis 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@jdonraq]

Great info!! We are also planning on taking the train next month and noticed the tours were not running at the Canyon, did you have to do alot of hiking to see the sites or is everything pretty close by the station? Thanks again!!!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

From the Train Depot to the viewing area is a little bit of a climb, if I recall there are 4 - 5 flights of stairs, but there’s also switchbacks to leisurely ascend to the top. Once up there, there are no more stairs, but it isn’t flat, slight inclines and declines. I was carrying my backpack full of gear and it wasn’t bad. Just be sure to hydrate, you definitely don’t realize how thirsty you get walking around I hope you have a wonderful time and please let me know how enjoyed your adventure.

[@74beeper97]

Great review and very informative! We are actually doing this exact thing in a few weeks. Gonna stay 2 nights at the train hotel. Was your luxury package what they would call first class? That was the option i chose when i booked things today.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

That is awesome and thank you for the compliment. If I recall, mine was called the Luxury Package, followed by First Class and then Coach. It is such a fun ride to and from the Grand Canyon. Be sure to give yourself enough time to explore Williams if you’re staying at the Railway Hotel. Lastly, there’s a Dollar General across the street from the Hotel if you forgot anything, or want to save a little money on snacks and beverages. I’d love to hear your thoughts after your experience.

[@74beeper97]

@@LasVegasandBeyond I’ll have to look into upgrading to the Luxury Package. It wasn’t an option when I made the booking online. Probably need to call them. After we get back from the train ride, we’re staying another night and going to Bearzona the next day and explore Williams a little more. The strip of Route 66 reminds me of Radiator Springs in the movie Cars!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@@74beeper97 I saw your comment on my other video (Part 1) Thank you again for commenting and I’m happy you had an awesome time

[@JKVegas]

Also, like #15!

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

🤣🤣🤣

[@BigAlsShoppableReviews]

Did you use a drone? I want to take mine ...should I?

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Hi Big Al. Unfortunately it is a National Park and drones are forbidden. I used a 360 camera on a telescoping pole to mimic a drone. BTW, thanks for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it

[@TheOtherMeLV]

I want to do this just for the train ride

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

It's worth it, IMO. Although, I didn't realize how bumpy it was. It's not too bad, but noticeable when vlogging.

[@JorgeLopez-ub8dz]

nice color grading

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks! but that PolarPro Variable ND PMK Edition has some pretty severe vignetting going on when stopped all the way down.

[@JorgeLopez-ub8dz]

@@LasVegasandBeyond well you did a good job, your footage is real nice

[@Edward_Rogue]

How was the social distancing on train ride?

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

The Railway Attendants did a really good job enforcing Guidelines on the two railway cars I was assigned. There was sufficient distance between guests and plenty of hand sanitizing areas located throughout the cars.

[@Edward_Rogue]

@@LasVegasandBeyond Thank you for the quick reply.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

@@Edward_Rogue You’re welcome and Happy New Year

[@BoomBubbleBustRepeat]

Choooo chooo... 🚋

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

you forgot the chugga chugga 🤣🤣🤣

[@cesarbesabe8043]

❤️❤️❤️

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Salamat Po 🙏🏽

[@minguscreek]

Other lodging in town, better rates.

[@LasVegasandBeyond]

Thanks for commenting. Are you referring to Lodging in Williams? Or elsewhere? It would help narrow down the options.

[@grandcanyoncarrentals7036]

CAR RENTALS - Williams, Arizona...While you're visiting the beautiful Grand Canyon state, rent a car from Grand Canyon Car Rentals, LLC. Located at 3501 Airport Road, Williams, Arizona, 86046. We'll come pick you up! 928-600-4070

[@grandcanyoncarrentals7036]

CAR RENTALS - Williams, Arizona...While you're visiting the beautiful Grand Canyon state, rent a car from Grand Canyon Car Rentals, LLC. Located at 3501 Airport Road, Williams, Arizona, 86046. We'll come pick you up! 928-600-4070