Hiking in Mesa Verde, Black Canyon and Great Sand Dunes National Parks
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- Hike the spectacular rim of one of Colorado's picturesque national parks, Black Canyon of the Gunnison
- Gain two perspectives on ancient Native American history with hikes at Mesa Verde National Park and the Ute Tribal Park to explore magnificent ruins
- Hike through Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve and learn from experts how this dramatic, changing landscape resulted from 15,000 years of sand deposits
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- 7 nights of accommodations
- 1 expert-led lecture
- 11 expert-led field trips
- An experienced Group Leader
- Customary gratuities throughout the program
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
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Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Best Western Durango Inn and Suites
Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Activity note: Hotel check-in available from 3:00 p.m.
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Program Concludes
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Breakfast: Hotel buffet. This concludes our program.
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Accommodation
Best Western Durango Inn and Suites
3 nights Durango
Red Arrow Inn and Suites
2 nights Montrose
The Red Arrow Inn & Suites is your home base for exploration. Whether you are coming to Montrose to visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, fly fish our amazing rivers, or just passing through on business, rest assured the Red Arrow Inn & Suites has you covered. Stay with us and experience the difference of an independent, family run inn that cares about the details. Our mission is to provide genuine, superior customer service in an ultra clean, comfortable and unique environment. We have recently set a goal to become the most eco-friendly hotel in Montrose and are implementing new sustainable, eco-friendly practices that help give back to the community in which we live.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alamosa
2 nights Alamosa
7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 4 Dinners
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