Hoover Dam Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Guide
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About the Activity
Visit the mighty Hoover Dam not as a tourist, but as an expert! This self-guided driving tour leads you from either Las Vegas or Arizona to the Hoover Dam and reveals the dramatic story behind its construction along the way. Discover a tale of desperation, high-flying acrobatics, and sheer human ambition as you drive. Then, walk along the dam itself and admire this amazing feat of engineering up close! After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route. New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.3 hours to 5 hours
Private Tour
Instant Confirmation
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
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Locations in the itinerary
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Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas! Sin City is famous for entertainment and excess, but it wouldn’t be the hotspot it is today without the Hoover Dam.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Surrounded as we are by all this glitz and glam, it might be hard to imagine the Las Vegas Valley before it became a major city. It was hot, dry, and mostly a blank spot on American maps.
Note: This 30+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Hoover Dam in 3-5 hours.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Lake Mead Visitor Center
10 Lakeshore Road, Boulder City, United States, 89005This lake, designed to hold up to nine trillion gallons of water, owes its existence to the Hoover Dam.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Once the Boulder Dam got the greenlight, unemployed laborers from all over the country flocked here for the promise of work20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Historic Railroad Trail
Lakdeshore Rd, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Las Vegas, United States, 89005This one-of-a-kind hiking trail follows the route of old, out-of-commission train tracks.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Clark County Wetlands Park
7050 Wetlands Park Ln, Las Vegas, United States, 89122-8118Although the Las Vegas Valley has historically had naturally-occurring marshland, this park is almost completely human made.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
An overlook with incredible views of Lake Mead and the Lake Mead Marina.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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This fascinating museum explores the rich history of Union Pacific Railroad’s Boulder Branch Line.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location
Meeting and Pickup
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After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.View Location
End point
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After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the separate app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
- How to start the tour: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Amazing Savings: why pay for an expensive, crowded, and limited bus tour — priced per person! — when you can have ONE amazing audio guide on your OWN phone for your WHOLE group?
- Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
- Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
- Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
- Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
- Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
- Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketYou’re not done yet! It’s time to set up the tour you purchased. Follow these steps now, while in wifi/signal. Do NOT wait until your travel date or while onsite. 1. Find the tour setup instructions: >> Email: search for the phrase "Your tour operator sent you a message” OR “Set up your Action Tour Guide self-guided tour now." If it’s not in Inbox, check All Mail. >> Viator App Messages: open the app, check Bookings, select View Voucher, and click on Contact Tour Operator >> TripAdvisor App Messages: open the app, check Account, select Messages >> Text: check for a text from 415-980-4997 >> Can’t find it? Ask us to resend: https://actiontourguide.com/redeem/ 2. Follow the set up instructions NOW, not later: >> MUST do this before traveling to site. Requires WiFi/signal. >> For the tour guide app to function as intended, iPhones must be iOS 13 or above and Androids must be version 9 or above. 3. Not familiar with our self-guided audio tours? Watch this quick tutorial: https://actiontourguide.com/tutorial ⚠️ Important Note: Your purchase is for the audio tour ONLY. It does not include entrance tickets to parks or attractions. ⚠️ CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. Connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio. Use phone speakers if needed. Questions? https://actiontourguide.com/faq/Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Phoenix time to receive 100% refund.
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