Day trip from Las Vegas
The best Valley of Fire State Park tours
A small-group day with deli lunch, a guided hike with drinks, sunset tours and a 6-person van. Here is how to see Valley of Fire from Las Vegas. We also give honest advice on summer trail closures, the December closure and booking and refunds.
See our 6 picks
Valley of Fire State Park is open sunrise to sunset; non-Nevada cars pay $15. From Las Vegas, the best tour is the small-group day with deli lunch: 6 hours from €88, with pickup and park entry.
The park closes every year from December 1 to 14. All six tours on our list have free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
Our 6 picks for Valley of Fire tours
Day trips, guided hikes and sunset tours, all with hotel pickup and free cancellation. The last one has only a few reviews so far.
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from €88 per person Our top pick 6 hours 4.8 (856) reviews on GetYourGuide
Small-group day with deli lunch
A 6-hour day for up to 13 people, with a driver-guide, park entry, a deli sandwich, snacks and water. Under-18s must travel with an adult.
Best for A first visit with lunch sorted
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from €115 per person 4–6 hours 4.9 (570) reviews on GetYourGuide
Guided hike with drinks and snacks
A 4- to 6-hour hiking trip for up to 12 people, with a guide, transport, snacks and drinks. Wear hiking shoes and bring a daypack.
Best for Active visitors who want to walk
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from €114 per person 5 hours 4.9 (202) reviews on GetYourGuide
Sunset tour with hotel transfers
A 5-hour tour for up to 13 people with pickup at any Strip hotel, the entrance fee, water and snacks. It starts at 1:30 p.m. in winter and 4 p.m. in summer, the listing says.
Best for Photographers and late risers
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from €102 per person 4 h 30 min 4.9 (30) reviews on GetYourGuide
Small group of up to 6
A 4.5-hour trip for up to 6 people, with pickup at Strip and Downtown hotels, park permits, water, soda and snacks. Lunch is not included.
Best for Small groups who want a quieter van
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from €106 per person 5 h 30 min 5.0 (15) reviews on GetYourGuide
Half-day guided hike
A 5.5-hour hike with a trained wilderness guide, park admission, snacks, fresh fruit and water. Groups go up to 12 people.
Best for Fit hikers
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from €151 per person 6 hours 4.8 (6) reviews on GetYourGuide
Sunset journey for up to 6
A 6-hour sunset trip with park admission, Wi-Fi and live commentary in English or French. Few reviews so far (6).
Best for French speakers and small groups
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Valley of Fire tours from Las Vegas compared
| Tour | From | Duration | Group size | Who it suits | Why we picked it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small-group day with deli lunch | €88 per person | 6 hours | Up to 13 | A first visit with lunch sorted | The best price for a full day on our list, from €88 with lunch and entry. |
| Guided hike with drinks and snacks | €115 per person | 4–6 hours | Up to 12 | Active visitors who want to walk | A hike-first trip in a small group; not for children under 8. |
| Sunset tour with hotel transfers | €114 per person | 5 hours | Up to 13 | Photographers and late risers | An afternoon start with a guide who also takes photos, and headsets to hear the guide. |
| Small group of up to 6 | €102 per person | 4 h 30 min | Up to 6 | Small groups who want a quieter van | The smallest group on our list, and it picks up Downtown too. |
| Half-day guided hike | €106 per person | 5 h 30 min | Up to 12 | Fit hikers | A second hiking choice with park entry included; not for a low level of fitness. |
| Sunset journey for up to 6 | €151 per person | 6 hours | Up to 6 | French speakers and small groups | The only pick with French commentary; listed last because it has only 6 reviews. |
Small-group day with deli lunch
€88 per person6 hours 4.8 (856)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 13
- Who it suits
- A first visit with lunch sorted
- Why we picked it
- The best price for a full day on our list, from €88 with lunch and entry.
Guided hike with drinks and snacks
€115 per person4–6 hours 4.9 (570)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 12
- Who it suits
- Active visitors who want to walk
- Why we picked it
- A hike-first trip in a small group; not for children under 8.
Sunset tour with hotel transfers
€114 per person5 hours 4.9 (202)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 13
- Who it suits
- Photographers and late risers
- Why we picked it
- An afternoon start with a guide who also takes photos, and headsets to hear the guide.
€102 per person4 h 30 min 4.9 (30)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 6
- Who it suits
- Small groups who want a quieter van
- Why we picked it
- The smallest group on our list, and it picks up Downtown too.
€106 per person5 h 30 min 5.0 (15)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 12
- Who it suits
- Fit hikers
- Why we picked it
- A second hiking choice with park entry included; not for a low level of fitness.
€151 per person6 hours 4.8 (6)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 6
- Who it suits
- French speakers and small groups
- Why we picked it
- The only pick with French commentary; listed last because it has only 6 reviews.
- Pickup included for all 6.
- All 6 offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
- Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 24 October 2026. Prices are "from" prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.
Which Valley of Fire tour to pick
For most people, the 6-hour day with deli lunch is the one to book. It is the cheapest full day on our list, from €88.
Pick the sunset tour if you want softer light and a later start. Pick the van for up to 6 if you want a smaller group.
None of these tours use ATVs. Off-road rides near Las Vegas are on our ATV tours page.
For longer days out, such as Las Vegas Zion tours, see our day-trips guide.
Guided hikes in Valley of Fire
Two picks are hikes first: the guided hike with drinks (4 to 6 hours) and the half-day hike (5.5 hours). Both have up to 12 people.
From May 15 to September 30, many trails close for the heat. Check which trails a tour uses before you book in summer.
Valley of Fire opening times and fees
- $15
- per non-Nevada car
- Dec 1–14
- park closed
Valley of Fire is open daily from sunrise to sunset. The Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The whole park closes every year from December 1 to 14 for maintenance. Plan around those two weeks.
The day-use fee is $10 for cars with Nevada plates and $15 for other cars. A bike pays $2. All six tours on our list include park entry.
Summer trail closures
From May 15 to September 30, Nevada State Parks closes many trails each year. The reason is past rescues and deaths in the heat.
- White Domes
- Fire Wave, Seven Wonders, Pastel and Pink Canyon
- Pinnacles, Prospect and Arrowhead
- Natural Arch (except Arch Rock) and Charlie's Spring
Driving to Valley of Fire yourself
Yes, you can drive there on your own. The park address is 29450 Valley of Fire Rd, Overton, NV 89040.
You pay the fee per car, so a full car splits it. Bring water: Las Vegas highs average 103–105°F (39–41°C) in July and August.
Our Valley of Fire to Las Vegas guide covers the drive, fees and hikes on your own.
On your own, the park charges per vehicle, not per person:
Before you book a Valley of Fire tour
Avoid December 1–14
The whole park is closed for those two weeks every year. No tour can go in.
Ask about trails in summer
Many trails are closed from May 15 to September 30. Read the tour's plan on the listing.
Cancel up to 24 hours ahead
All six picks offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Book early, then decide.
Wait for the pickup time
The sunset tour sends your pickup time the day before. Keep your phone on so you see it.
Dress for the desert
Wear hiking shoes on the hikes. In July, Las Vegas highs average 105°F (41°C), so carry water.
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