"Deeper impressions, shorter journey"
World Famous
Grand Canyon
USA
The world's most famous canyon, carved by the Colorado River over 6 million years. 446 km long, up to 29 km wide.
“Skip the 10-hour flight and the $35 park entrance fee”
European Alternative
Gorges du Verdon
France
Europe's deepest canyon with turquoise waters cutting through 700m limestone cliffs. Kayaking, hiking, and swimming in Provence. The 'Grand Canyon of Europe'.
The True Cost
Average prices from London
World
Grand Canyon
flight
Europe
Gorges du Verdon
train
€637
True price saved
True price reflects hidden social and ecological costs such as CO₂ and air pollution.
1.5t
Less CO₂
98%
Emission reduction
Prices are market averages, not lowest fares. Hidden costs based on CE Delft external-cost factors.
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Estimates from London, adjusted for current fuel prices
Grand Canyon
by flight · 8,246km
Gorges du Verdon
by train · 988km
from €130
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Save 1.5t CO₂ vs flying
Grand Canyon
Gorges du Verdon
Why These Two?
Both are dramatic river-carved canyons with vertiginous depths and stunning turquoise waters far below.
Travelling to Grand Canyon
By flight · 8,500 km
CO₂: 1,581 kg
Travelling to Gorges du Verdon
By train · 900 km
CO₂: 25 kg(98% less)
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