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ToursShebby Lee ToursNew Mexico: Land of Enchantment

New Mexico: Land of Enchantment

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Travel is one of the great luxuries that we enjoy as humans.  There is so much to know about this world.  And, in the beautiful Southwestern United States,  there are vast treasures of both culture and geography just waiting to be seen. This is a great opportunity to share an incredible travel experience with your fellow Black Hills State Alumni! Come to ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy the tour of Acoma Pueblo. Known as the Sky City
    • Opportunity tolearn the true story of their habitation and see the restored ceremonial kiva, the only one of its kind in the world
    • Visit Santa Fe lies in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Range of the southernmost portion of the Rocky Mountains
    • DiscoverAlbuquerque

What's this trip about?

    Travel is one of the great luxuries that we enjoy as humans.  There is so much to know about this world.  And, in the beautiful Southwestern United States,  there are vast treasures of both culture and geography just waiting to be seen. This is a great opportunity to share an incredible travel experience with your fellow Black Hills State Alumni! Come to New Mexico and experience the three distinct cultures that influence this unique area: the Spanish, the Anglo, and the Native Americans.  This nine-day program will bring into focus the results of these colliding cultures for a very special travel experience.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityAlbuquerque
End CityAlbuquerque

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

Trip includes

    • Deluxe motorcoach & driver
    • Professional tour director
    • 8 Night’s Lodging
    • Baggage Handling
    • 8 Breakfasts
    • 4 Evening Meals
    • 1 Picnic Lunch
    • 3 Receptions W/Drinks & Heavy Hors D'oeuvres
    • Admission fees as noted
    • Park entrance fees
    • Jeep Tour of Canyon De Chelly
    • Airport Transfers

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrivals / Welcome

Meals: Dinner

Welcome to the Land of Enchantment!  Airport transfers are included from Albuquerque International Airport to our hotel.  Following a welcome reception at the hotel, we will enjoy a traditional New Mexican dinner at the iconic El Pinto Restaurant, famous for its homemade salsa, local atmosphere and patio dining. Our overnight tonight is the Drury Inn. (Evening reception, D)

Day 2: Albuquerque

Meals: Breakfast

This morning we will explore Albuquerque's original central plaza which is today renowned for its Native American and traditional Southwest shops known as Old Town. We will also visit the excellent Albuquerque Museum which tells the story of Ne...

Day 3: El Morro National Monument / Acoma Pueblo

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

We’ll begin our day with a  tour of Acoma Pueblo.  Known as the Sky City, the tribe has lived at the present site on the mesa top for hundreds of years.  Visitors to this region have been leaving their mark on prominent rock formatio...

Day 4: Gallup To Chinle

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

The earliest Anglo settlers in this area misinterpreted the ancient ruins near present-day Farmington as the home of Mexican Indians, but you will learn the true story of their habitation and see the restored ceremonial kiva, the onl...

Day  5: Chinle To Farmington

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

This morning we'll take a half-day jeep tour of the awesome canyons which sheltered prehistoric Pueblo Indians for 1,000 years and served as an ancestral stronghold for the Navajo Reservation.  Our Native guide will give insights to the sights of this magnificent and sacred canyon.  Overnight: Hampton Inn, Farmington.

Day 6: Rio Grande Gorge Bridge / Tierra Wools

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Sheepherding and wool-growing are ancient occupations in this part of the world and the tradition continues at Tierra Wools near the Colorado/New Mexico border.  We'll visit the factory, learn the weaving processes and cultural influe...

Day 7:.  Taos pueblo / travel to santa fe

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

The home of one of the world's most famous artist colonies is our destination today. We'll have ample time to browse in the many galleries and enjoy a specially-conducted interpretive tour of Taos Pueblo.  Listed on the National Regi...

Day 8: Santa Fe To Albuquerque / El Rancho De Las Golondrinas

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Founded in 1610, Santa Fe lies in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Range of the southernmost portion of the Rocky Mountains.  This morning  we will have time to explore a magnificent complex of four major museums, shop in the hi...

Day 9: Departures

Meals: Breakfast

Sadly we bid a fond farewell to the Land of Enchantment and the new friends made here.  Airport transfers will be made as needed.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,847
Price per day$316
Single supplement (single occupancy)$3,337
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Meals Included

8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunches and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
12 years and up
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