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The Soul of the Southwest in New Mexico
From modern sightseeing experiences to ancient indigenous sites, journey through New Mexico, past and present, on this tour featuring Albuquerque, Taos and Santa Fe.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Albuquerque
Arriving in Albuquerque
Make your own way to the centrally located hotel to meet the Tour Manager and fellow travelers. Free time to explore Old Town Albuquerque's pastel-hued adobe buildings and try local Southwest cuisine.
- Day 2overnight: Albuquerque
Exploring the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Coach transfer to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, the Gateway to the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico, for a self-guided tour. Free afternoon in Old Town Albuquerque, including the Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Old Town Portal Market. Evening cooking class at a local café.
- Day 3overnight: Taos
Beautiful views en route to Taos
Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway to the summit of the Sandia Mountains (10,300+ feet). Continue through Spanish colonial towns to Rancho de Chimayo restaurant for lunch, then El Santuario de Chimayo with a guide. Arrive in Taos for dinner.
- Day 4overnight: Santa Fe
Discovering UNESCO World Heritage Taos Pueblo
Guided tour of Taos Pueblo, the only UNESCO World Heritage site in the US dedicated to traditional Native American culture. Visit the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, then Bandelier National Monument (23,000 acres of canyons and mesas, cliff dwellings on the Loop Trail). Continue to Santa Fe with a free evening.
- Day 5overnight: Santa Fe
A day uncovering Santa Fe
Guided walking tour of Santa Fe, including the Palace of Governors, the oldest public building in the US, and notable chapels (Loretto Chapel, San Miguel Chapel). Free time at The Plaza, galleries, museums (e.g. Georgia O'Keeffe Museum) and the Santa Fe River.
- Day 6railovernight: Santa Fe
Southwestern lore and views on the Sky Railway
Free morning in Santa Fe. Afternoon three-hour excursion aboard the Sky Railway from the Santa Fe depot through the Galisteo Basin, with live musicians and storytellers. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
- Day 7
Tour conclusion
Final breakfast at the hotel, then a complimentary transfer to Albuquerque airport (accommodates flights departing after 1 p.m.).
Included
- Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish
- 6 nights' hotel accommodation
- Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks
- All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
- Breakfast each day, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
- All guided tours and excursions
