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Desert Heritage & Fossils Past

Unearth ancient fossils and discover desert heritage at Virgin Valley's captivating museum, just outside Las Vegas.

Day 1 — Virgin Valley Heritage Museum
Day 1Virgin Valley Heritage Museum

Day 1Virgin Valley Heritage Museum

🚗 2 hr 51 min driving📍 5 stops
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Morning
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Drive
Las Vegas, NVVirgin Valley Heritage Museum
2 hr 13 min8:00 AM10:13 AM
Virgin Valley Heritage Museum
Virgin Valley Heritage Museum
4.6
Cozy, local history museum offering pioneer artifacts & rotating exhibits, plus photos & activities.
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Lunch
Katherine's Steakhouse
Katherine's Steakhouse
4.3
A fine dining steakhouse in a remote corner of the Southwest — dry-aged cuts and a wine list that demand respect for their location. More impressive than the surroundings suggest.
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Afternoon
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Drive
Virgin Valley Heritage MuseumCamel Safari Las Vegas
19 min12:13 PM12:32 PM
Camel Safari Las Vegas
Camel Safari Las Vegas
4.8
Ride across the desert on camelback while taking in panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley and Red Rock Canyon. Experience the rhythmic sway of these majestic animals and learn about desert ecosystems from knowledgeable guides.
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Evening
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Drive
Camel Safari Las VegasLos Lupes
19 min5:00 PM5:19 PM
Los Lupes
Los Lupes
4.2
Savor authentic Mexican cuisine and immerse yourself in vibrant cultural traditions through family recipes and dishes that celebrate Mexico's rich culinary heritage.
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Consider staying overnight
The drive home from Virgin Valley Heritage Museum is 2h 13m — consider staying overnight and driving back in the morning.
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