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Those curious about pistachios—including the world’s largest pistachio at 30 feet tall—will find delight in PistachioLand, in Alamogordo. With this ticket, you’ll explore the 90-acre property via the orchard’s 14-passenger open-air shuttle, zooming among 12,000+ pistachio trees and rolling grape vineyards. After the tour, stop by the gift shop for souvenirs, gifts, and tasty free samples.

This evening stroll will give an entirely different take, look and feel to the oldest Capital City. “The absolute best tour we've ever taken and we travel the world” “Great way to start the day and visit to Santa Fe” This is performance and experience NOT to be missed and an absolute must do tour. Get one of the most in-depth understanding of Santa Fe, the surrounding area, and the state of New Mexico at large. Victor Romero has deep family roots to northern New Mexico dating back before the arrival the of Spanish over 400 years ago. A truly outstanding New Mexican storyteller of his people, their culture and experience of New Mexico Victor will leave you in awe and laughing as you make your way through this historic and culturally packed city. Victor is a true gem and ambassador of the city of Santa Fe. This tour is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED *A high paced tour as to help acclimate our guest to the 7,200 ft elevation. Drink plenty of WATER the week of travel to help.

Take the scenic High Road to Chimayó and experience a full-day wine tour through northern New Mexico’s stunning high-elevation wine country. Visit three of the region’s highest altitude vineyards, where dramatic landscapes meet exceptional wines. Enjoy curated tastings at each stop, paired with local flavors and seasonal bites. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with a local guide who shares the stories behind the wines, the land, and the culture. This small-group experience offers unforgettable views, rich flavors, and a deep taste of northern New Mexico’s unique wine scene.

Explore Santa Fe’s rich tapestry of art and history on this self-guided walk through the city’s iconic landmarks. Wander between adobe structures, vibrant plazas, and renowned galleries as you uncover tales of cultural exchange and conflict that have shaped this unique high desert capital. Discover the blending of Pueblo traditions, Spanish colonial influences, and modern artistic expressions along the way. With each stop, learn about significant events like the Pueblo Revolt and the city’s evolving identity, creating a deeper understanding of Santa Fe's distinct character and heritage. — Self-guided walk through Santa Fe’s historic and artistic sites — Discover the influence of Pueblo, Spanish, and Anglo cultures — Learn about the city’s history, including the Pueblo Revolt — Uncover stories that make Santa Fe a unique cultural destination

If you’re looking to explore the food of New Mexico while in Albuquerque, this Albuquerque Old Town Food Tour is a great pick. Book now and reserve your spot on this fun tour that passes San Felipe de Neri Church and Capilla de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe on the way to eateries. Enjoy food and alcoholic beverages as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and food of the area.

NOTE: This walking/driving tour includes a 5-mile hike. Download GuideAlong's audio tour of White Sands National Park to explore the breathtaking dunes, mountain views, and cultural history of the world's largest gypsum dunefield. Enjoy the Alkali Flat Trail, Dune Life Nature Trail, and the Interdune Boardwalk. This tour includes both walking and driving segments. Discover stories of fossilized footprints, native warriors, a salt war, and atomic bomb creation as you explore New Mexico’s glittering white sands. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Location-based stories, tips, and directions play automatically Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Purchase one tour per vehicle.

See parts of Albuquerque that tour buses cannot reach, and cover more ground than is possible on foot. This bicycle tour introduces you to the nature and culture of Albuquerque. You'll explore some of the city’s best scenery, living cultures and unique eco-systems, and have a chance to dip your toes into the city's celebrated lifeline, the Rio Grande.

Albuquerque is famed for its hot air balloon festival, so there's no better place to take to the skies. Rather than crowding into a basket with strangers, enjoy a personalized experience with this private hot air balloon flight. You'll enjoy sunrise views as you float through the air and celebrate your experience with an included toast upon landing.

Take a full-day Rio Grande rafting adventure ideal for families and first-time rafters. Float through the Lower Gorge’s scenic Orilla Verde, where you’ll enjoy a delicious hot fajita lunch along the riverbanks. Experience the river’s broad canyon and rich habitat, where you can watch for wildlife like mule deer and birds of prey. Then, enjoy a thrilling encounter with whitewater during a 6-mile (9.6 kilometer) section of class 2-3 rapids.

Discover the world of J. Robert Oppenheimer and Soviet spies on this engaging two-hour walking tour in Santa Fe. Led by museum-trained docents from the New Mexico History Museum, this tour illuminates key locations related to the Manhattan Project and Cold War espionage. Explore the back-room office for the Manhattan Project, learn about vital spy craft techniques, and hear compelling stories tied to this historic period. With insights into the motivations of spies and the secrets exchanged, this tour provides a rich educational experience in a captivating setting. - Two-hour walking tour led by museum-trained docents - Discover key sites of the Manhattan Project and Soviet espionage - Hear true stories and anecdotes from a pivotal historical era - Tours available twice a month from April to November

NOTE: This walking/driving tour includes a 5-mile hike. Experience rolling white dunes, mountain backdrops, and a hiking trail like no other with this self-guided driving and walking tour of White Sands National Park. Discover the secrets of this unique ecosystem and delve into its history as you hike the famous Alkali Flat trail through the dazzling dunes. Hear about prehistoric beasts, Apache warriors, and J. Robert Oppenheimer while you take in the park’s majestic scenery. This tour includes both a driving and a walking portion. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

This tour is operated by local tour company Vigilante Guides. Explore ancient history and stunning landscapes on a full-day tour to Bandelier National Monument and Puye Cliff Dwellings. Travel in comfort with a local guide aboard a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter as you journey through the ancestral lands of the Pueblo peoples. Walk among cliffside dwellings, ceremonial caves, and petroglyphs at Bandelier and Puye. The morning will start with a guided tour at Puye Cliff Dwellings led by the Santa Clara people. Walk amongst pottery shards and arrow heads, the only place in the region where you will get first hand insight into this ancient civilization that dates back 1000 years. Quick stop for lunch at Pig in the Fig where you can order a meal of your choice. In the afternoon, we'll visit Bandelier Cliff Dwellings for an immersive experience walking 2-3 miles, climbing ladders into ancient caves, and full on guided experience led by a true local.

Visit three of Santa Fe’s destination restaurants—and enjoy a gourmet, multi-course dinner, complete with wine pairings—during this local-led food tour. Meet your guide in the late afternoon right in the central Santa Fe Plaza, and come hungry: you’ll visit top-rated restaurants, and will enjoy high-end, New Mexican dishes at each, plus wine and drinks. In between, spy local landmarks and learn about Santa Fe’s history and food culture.

Explore downtown Santa Fe's best eateries on a half-day walking tour led by an informative guide. Get a taste of new developments in Santa Fe’s food scene and sample classic New Mexican flavors as you explore the historic downtown Plaza area. Your guide shares commentary about the city’s history and the mix of Native, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures that have shaped its food culture.

Discover Santa Fe’s must-try bites—and learn about the city’s history and culture—on this decadent walking tour. Meet your guide before lunch at Santa Fe Plaza, and come ready with an appetite: you’ll visit three local eateries, where you can enjoy everything from spicy New Mexican fare to tasty local chocolates. As you go, you’ll also see landmarks like the New Mexico State Capitol, Palace of the Governors, and more.

Madrid produced the coal that both built the Bomb and inspired Walt Disney. Abandoned as a ghost town for many years, it was reborn as a thriving artistic community. The Oral History Tour lets you hear Madrid’s stories, as told by the people who lived them. Using smartphone technology, it plays the audio automatically, at exactly the right time and place. All dimensions of Madrid’s peculiar, multifaceted story are explored: from an eyewitness account of union-busting violence, to that time the brand-new fire engine accidentally burned down the firehouse. The Oral History Tour was distilled from seventy hours of interviews, and endures as a preserved collective memory of this unique New Mexican treasure. Of this two-hour tour, The Santa Fe Reporter wrote, “It’s a deep dive into the fascinating history of the little town. You’ll find interviews with locals, some of whom have lived in Madrid their whole lives, and a narrator with a soothing voice ... it works exceedingly well.”

Get a taste of Santa Fe, and explore the Railyard Arts District by foot, on this small-group guided walking tour. Follow your local culinary expert guide through the neighborhood, then sit down for a three-course lunch showcasing the difference between Mexican and New Mexican flavors at a local favorite restaurant, complete with margarita pairings.

NEW!!! From the #1 traveller ranked tour/activity operator in Santa Fe. Explore Santa Fe’s renowned Margarita Trail on this guided walking tour, where history and flavor come together in the country’s Margarita capital. Join the ONLY tour in SF that earns you 3 passport stamps in 2 hours while checking out some The Trail’s most beloved participants. Sample some of the city’s best expertly crafted margaritas featuring local spirits and fresh ingredients paired with yummy bites. Along the way, your guide will share stories of Santa Fe’s rich culture, tequila traditions, and the lore around the origins of New Mexico’s iconic state cocktail. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to make dietary substitutions on this tour.

On this 2.5-hour walking tour, we’ll explore how author Willa Cather was inspired to write her "best book" (her words), "Death Comes for the Archbishop" by retracing her steps through Santa Fe in 1925 and 1926. Our walking route covers about 1.5 miles, mostly on sidewalks, but also climbs a hill to the Cross of the Martyrs with its outstanding view of the city below. During our time together, we'll explore aspects of the novel, such as Kit Carson, Padre Antonio José Martínez, and of course Archbishop Jean-Baptiste Lamy, New Mexico's first Catholic archbishop and the real-life inspiration for the fictional Bishop Latour in Cather's book. We will learn about Sister Blandina Segale who helped set up a hospital in Lamy's house, and visit the last remnant of Lamy's six-acre garden behind the St. Francis Cathedral in the peaceful Stations of the Cross Prayer Garden.

Discover the scenic highlights of Santa Fe’s Old Town, and learn about the New Mexico capital’s centuries of history, on this private walking tour. Choose from several convenient daily tour times, and meet your guide in Santa Fe Plaza. You’ll see landmarks like the Palace of Governors and San Miguel Chapel, will learn about the city’s characteristic adobe buildings, and will even enjoy a taste of local delicacies.

Welcome to White Sands National Park, where endless waves of gypsum sand dunes create a surreal landscape unlike any other. As your audio tour guide, I'll lead you through this mesmerizing wonderland of pristine white sands spanning over 275 square miles. Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty as sunlight dances off the dunes, painting the landscape with ever-changing hues. Hear tales of the resilient desert flora and fauna adapted to thrive in this harsh environment. Capture breathtaking views against the backdrop of azure skies, and don't miss the opportunity to sled down the soft slopes, a favorite pastime for visitors of all ages. Let the whispers of the sands and the timeless charm of this unique natural masterpiece captivate your senses. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at White Sands National Park. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

The highest, oldest capital city in the nation—and one of the oldest US cities, bar none—Santa Fe is littered with ghost stories, haunting tales, colorful characters, and inexplicable events. On this tour, follow your guide downtown, diving deep into the city’s spooky side, diving deep into some of the city’s best cocktails, and diving deep into a history only Santa Fe can offer.

Discover the Santa Fe you won't find on any other tour, through three unforgettable experiences. The Indigenous History of Santa Fe takes you beyond the plaza to the Pueblo communities whose presence predates the city by centuries. Hear the stories and perspectives too often left out of the standard narrative. The Women Who Built Santa Fe centers the figures whose work shaped and sustained this city, yet rarely make it into guidebooks. Walk the same streets, but hear a different story about who truly made Santa Fe what it is. The Ghost History Tour uncovers the haunting side of the city. Explore the eerie legends, restless spirits, and dark chapters hidden beneath Santa Fe's beautiful surface. Every 90-minute tour is intimate, walkable, and pay-what-you-can, because this history should be accessible to everyone. Your storytellers don't just recite dates, they share connection and context that makes the past come alive in ways guidebooks never capture.

Why visit one park when you can tour two of West Texas’s rugged icons! This narrated, self-guided driving tour takes you through Big Bend and the Guadalupe Mountains, from the Big Bend entrance to the Chisos Mountains, Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, Hot Springs, and Santa Elena Canyon, then on to McKittrick Canyon, Guadalupe Peak, Devil’s Hall, El Capitan, and the Salt Basin Dunes. Explore both parks with maximum flexibility, safety, and value—stopping whenever you want. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.