Boulder City Hoover Dam and Valley Tour

Discover the perfect blend of engineering brilliance and natural wonder with our signature eight-hour private tour combining the iconic Hoover Dam and the breathtaking Valley of Fire State Park. This exclusive journey offers an intimate exploration of Nevada's most impressive man-made structure and its most stunning natural landscape.
Your expert guide will bring both locations to life with entertaining stories, fascinating historical insights, and interesting scientific facts about the geology and wildlife of these remarkable destinations. From the engineering triumph of Hoover Dam to the prehistoric stories written in Valley of Fire's red rocks, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through millions of years of natural and human history.
*Please bring an ID and yourself ready!

What's included:

• Guide

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Boulder City

Boulder City, Nevada

This charming historic town was purpose-built for dam workers in the 1930s and maintains its unique character today. Visitors can enjoy local cuisine while learning about the town's vital role in supporting one of America's most ambitious construction projects.

40 minutes

Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

27953, 28689 Great Basin Hwy, Boulder City, 89005, Nevada

This architectural wonder arches gracefully across the Black Canyon, providing spectacular views of the Hoover Dam. The bridge stands as both a feat of modern engineering and a memorial to two distinguished Americans.

40 minutes

Hoover Dam

81 Hoover Dam Access Road, Boulder City, 89005, Nevada

Hoover Dam is a concrete arch-gravity dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between the U.S. states of Nevada and Arizona. Constructed between 1931 and 1936, during the Great Depression, it was dedicated on September 30, 1935, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

40 minutes

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

10 Lakeshore Rd, , 89005, Nevada

Created by the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead is America's largest reservoir and offers stunning blue waters against the desert landscape. The morning sun reflecting off its surface creates perfect photo opportunities during the tour.

40 minutes

White Domes Trail

Overton, Nevada

These dramatic sandstone formations showcase layers of different colored rock creating a striking contrast against the blue desert sky. A short trail takes visitors through a slot canyon and past remnants of a movie set used in the 1966 film "The Professionals."

40 minutes

Elephant Rock

Valley of Fire State Park, , Overton, 89040, Nevada

This remarkable natural formation resembles an elephant complete with trunk, creating a whimsical sight among the red rocks. The formation is easily accessible near the east entrance of the park, making it a popular photo stop.

40 minutes

Fire Wave

Valley of Fire Rd, Overton, 89040, Nevada

This famous formation features mesmerizing swirls of red and white sandstone that resemble a frozen wave. Its unique patterns and colors make it one of the most photographed spots in the park.

40 minutes

Beehive Rock

Beehive Rock, Nevada 89040, USA

These distinctive rock formations feature natural weathering patterns that resemble old-fashioned beehives stacked atop one another. Their unusual shape demonstrates the power of wind and water erosion over millions of years.

40 minutes

Seven Sisters

Valley Of Fire, , Overton, Nevada

This grouping of seven tall, red sandstone pillars stands in stark contrast to the surrounding desert floor. The formation creates a dramatic silhouette, especially when photographed during the golden hours of early morning or late afternoon.

40 minutes

Mouse's Tank

Valley of Fire State Park, , Overton, 89040, Nevada

This natural basin collects rainwater in the red sandstone and is named after a Southern Paiute outlaw who allegedly used this area as a hideout. The short hiking trail leading to the tank features numerous petroglyphs along the canyon walls.

40 minutes

Atlatl Rock

Interstate 15 at Highway 169, Exit 75n, Valley of Fire State Park, Overton, 89040, Nevada

Named for the ancient spear-throwing device depicted in its petroglyphs, this massive rock features a metal staircase allowing visitors to view prehistoric art up close. The well-preserved carvings include images of humans, animals, and symbols dating back thousands of years.

40 minutes

Rainbow Vista

Mouse's tank rd, Overton, 89040, Nevada

This breathtaking viewpoint showcases a valley where multicolored sandstone formations create a rainbow-like panorama. The vista point offers one of the best opportunities to appreciate the full spectrum of colors that give Valley of Fire its name.

40 minutes