Top New Mexico Half-day Tours

Acoma Pueblo is considered to be one of longest inhabited places in North America. The stunning old Pueblo, Sky City, lies atop a sheer-sided mesa 367 ft. (111 m) above the valley floor. October to April tours to the top are on Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. April through September tours to the top are available daily

An Outdoor New Mexico Paradise!  Migrating birds, wild life, and the most amazing scenery, we will visit history and nature on this 6 hour tour.  Driving south from Albuquerque, we follow the Camino Real, the historical King’s road of the Conquistadors.  We follow the Rio Grande River passing by the villages of Los Lunas, the Isleta Pueblo, Belen, and continue through Socorro to our turn off at San Antonio.  Each village is part of a rich history of Native American and Spanish Culture we will share as we travel.  As we turn east, we see the flood plain, re-created in 1939 to sustain the migrating birds.  Our first vision of the refuge is from the Visitor Center overlooking the lakes filled with as many as 100,000 Snow Geese.  The white wings cover the lake creating the illusion of snow on the water. At moments, the birds rise as one and fill the air with the sounds of thousands of wings.  The adventure begins.

Watch sunset ignite the Rio Grande Valley on a hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the evening light transform the Sandia Mountains and desert landscape. Enjoy commentary from your pilot throughout the flight, and spot the region’s landmarks as you soar above the rugged terrain; dip low to skim the Rio Grande and capture unforgettable, aerial images of New Mexico’s largest city. Touch back down after a 1-hour flight, then linger over an elegant picnic of sparkling wine and snacks before returning to your launch site.

Watch daylight appear above the Rio Grand Valley during a sunrise hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the first rays illuminate the rugged Sandia Mountains. Take in stunning aerial views and dip low enough to skim the Rio Grande, then rise back up above the desert landscape. Touch town after a 1-hour flight, and begin the day with sparkling wine and a light continental breakfast before returning to your launch site.

Breaking Bad fans won’t want to miss this entertaining and action-packed tour that features many show locations only true fans will appreciate. See Walter White’s house, Saul’s office, Jesse’s RV junkyard, the car wash, Jane’s apartment, Jesse’s house and much more. Ride in an RV just like the one in the show and even have lunch at Los Pollos Hermanos. Your Breaking Bad knowledge will be tested with trivia from the show, so come prepared to win prizes. Locations may change depending on filming schedules.

Go white water rafting on the Rio Grande River in New Mexico on this half-day tour from Taos. Your guide provides all necessary gear and paddle instruction for your 5-mile trip, which can be scheduled for the morning or afternoon. Zip through class 3 rapids that provide a fun ride for all levels of experience, with light refreshments provided when you get off the river.

E-Bikes are what defines F-U-N! They have an integrated motor that offers riders a pedal assist option to give a little extra boost when needed. They are a workout with a little less work. Pedal assist removes the challenge of biking in high elevation and climbing hills, so riders can just enjoy the journey. E-Bikes are a one-size-fits-all option for biking tours giving multigenerational families and groups of varying physical abilities the chance to ride together, unveiling a whole new lens on travel. Try one of our crafted city tours where you will explore the lesser known corners of Santa Fe, diving deep into the culture and scenery. Our Inspired Guide will lead you as you tour the neighborhoods and wooded areas that serve as the foundation of the culture and history that created these unique and enchanting cities. Let our guides be in charge of the navigation and bring your tour to life with insider stories and tips!

If you’re drawn to Taos for its vibrant artist community, get a local perspective on the city’s rich and ever-changing arts scene. Go beyond just the big-name galleries to discover workshops and showrooms tucked into Taos’ quirky backstreets, and learn what has drawn creative types to New Mexico's high desert for centuries. Finish with a treat for your other senses at a small-batch chocolate boutique.

Santa Fe has architecture unlike nearly any city in the United States—it’s dominated by adobe buildings but has diverse Victorian and Mission Revival styles. This tours offers a chance to learn about the architecture while taking a guided walk through the city’s back roads, residential areas, and art districts. Finish with a champagne tasting at Gruet Tasting Room at Hotel St. Francis.

Many Taos treasures are located outside of town, but you can easily see them all in one afternoon on this small-group tour. Starting from the historic Taos Plaza, visit the famously photographic St. Francis de Asis church, peer over the Rio Grande Gorge, and observe Native American traditions at the UNESCO-listed Taos Pueblo. A dedicated guide handles all the driving so you can soak up New Mexico history and high desert views the whole time.

From the comfort of your vehicle, your ride-along private guide brings to life the top sites of Taos: Taos Pueblo Native American village and UNESCO World Heritage Site, picture-perfect Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, historic and quaint Taos Plaza, funky and famous Earthship neighborhood, or any four stops of your choice on your private, custom tour. Hear stories from an experienced and personable local guide. *included: admission fees Offered daily.

Get a comprehensive tour of Taos' highlights with a small group on this single day tour. You'll cover the must-see attractions: the Earthship neighborhood, the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, Taos Plaza, and of course the UNESCO-listed Taos Pueblo. Traveling with a small group means you'll enjoy an intimate atmosphere and plenty of time to ask questions. If the Pueblo is closed, the group will stop at the Martinez Hacienda instead.

The Best Cocktail and Ghost Stories Tour Ever. Sample great drinks served with incredible stories of Santa Fe's dark side as you walk through downtown Santa Fe. Lots of history and photo moments fills in the voids of ghost stories, which are chilling and rooted in reality, real people or actual events. Tour guide is great for offering other great suggestions from dinner, day trips, in and outs of things to do in Santa Fe or the surrounding area, with a smile.

Who doesn't love a tour of Santa Fe?! This Private Walking Tour also includes entrance to the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum which is where you'll finish your tour so you can explore at your leisure and learn about this important American artist. Its unique history and adobe structures in the historic district makes it a unique city to visit and evokes curiosity about how trade was preserved. Santa Fe is not only famous for its vibrant art, turquoise, black beans and tacos but also for its stunning desert backdrop and breathtaking sunsets. During your private walking tour your guide will lead you through the history of New Mexico and its binding relationship with Mexico. You'll see some of the beautiful craftwork during your tour including tapestries, paintings, photography and jewellery and it will become obvious as to why artists love this city so much.

Only historical tour of its kind based on the research of the eight books I've written on Santa Fe including: Santa Fe Opera, Route 66, 109 E. Palace & the Manhattan Project, Pueblos of New Mexico History, Loretto Chapel, San Miguel Mission, Canyon Road & Santa Fe as an Art Mecca, Sunmount Sanatorium, Santuario de Guadalupe, Masonic Scottish Rite Temple, El Castillo Bridge & Manhattan Project, Spirituality in Santa Fe & Cross of the Martyrs Site, Japanese Internment Camp Site, WWII History, History of the Civil War to WWII and Billy the Kid.