Whether you’re planning a corporate event, a team outing, or a group celebration, SLC Bus Tours offers something you won’t find anywhere else in Utah.
Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the sales team from the Hilton Salt Lake City Downtown for a private familiarization tour aboard our iconic double-decker bus. Over about an hour, they experienced the city the way their guests see it — from the panoramic views of the climate-controlled upper deck to the energy of Temple Square, the Gateway, and the heart of downtown.
It was a reminder of why private charters are one of our favorite things to offer: when a group comes together on the bus, something special happens.
What Is a Private Charter Tour?
A private charter means the entire bus — or both buses — is yours. No shared routes, no strangers, no compromise on timing or experience. You choose the stops. You set the pace. We handle everything else.
Whether you’re hosting 20 guests or 120, we can configure our fleet to fit:
- Double-decker bus — up to 70 guests, with a climate-controlled upper deck offering panoramic city views and a fully enclosed lower level
- Open-top single-level bus — up to 50 guests, perfect for warmer months and groups who love that breeze
- Combined fleet — up to 120+ guests for larger corporate events and group outings
Who Books Private Tours?
We’ve hosted a wide range of groups — and no two are alike:
Corporate & Hotel Teams Sales teams, onboarding groups, and incentive programs love the private charter format. It’s a unique alternative to a conference room — your team bonds over shared views of the city rather than a slide deck. Hotel sales teams like the Hilton’s use our tours as familiarization experiences to understand what their guests encounter when they explore Salt Lake City.
Convention & Conference Groups Arriving delegates and out-of-town guests want to experience the city. A private evening tour or welcome reception on the bus is a memorable first impression that no hotel shuttle can match.
Social Celebrations Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, and bachelorette parties — we’ve done them all. The upper deck makes for a stunning backdrop and a one-of-a-kind venue on wheels.
Association & Non-Profit Events Member appreciation events, donor tours, fundraiser experiences — a private charter elevates any group event with citywide visibility and a truly unique setting.
What Makes Our Bus Unique
There’s no other double-decker sightseeing bus operating in Utah. When your group boards, they’re experiencing something that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the state — a moving landmark with panoramic views of downtown Salt Lake City, the Wasatch Mountains, and the landmarks that define this city.
Our route covers the destinations your guests are most excited about:
Temple Square — the most-visited site in Utah
This is The Place Heritage Park
City Creek & The Gateway — premier shopping and dining districts
Downtown hotels and convention center corridor
The Capitol building and historic districts
And more — custom routes available upon request
The Hilton Fam Tour: A Look at What’s Possible
Last week’s familiarization tour with the Hilton Downtown team is a great example of how private charters work in practice. The team gathered for an early evening departure, explored the city from the upper deck as the sun hit the Wasatch range, and got a firsthand look at the stops their hotel guests experience every day — all in about an hour.
Events like this help hotel sales professionals speak authentically about Salt Lake City’s offerings — and give their guests a referral they actually believe in.
We’re proud to partner with downtown Salt Lake City’s hospitality community, and we love building relationships with properties whose guests become our riders.
How to Book a Private Charter
Private tours start with a conversation. We’ll work with you on:
- Group size and vehicle configuration
- Date, time, and duration (most private tours run 1.5–2 hours)
- Custom route preferences
- Add-ons: onboard narration, refreshment coordination, branded signage, photo opportunities
Ready to bring your group aboard?
👉 Request a Private Charter Quote
Or reach out directly — we respond fast and love working through the details with event planners and hotel teams.