Top Santa Fe Float Trips

There are many Santa Fe tours out there, but this is the only one lead by a homegrown historian and author of eight books on the city. Take advantage of the guide’s deep knowledge of Santa Fe history and culture to gain a new perspective on landmarks like the Loretto Chapel, Canyon Road, Cross of the Martyrs, Route 66, and more. The tour delves into topics not often covered, including the Manhattan Project, spirituality, and Santa Fe’s role in World War II.

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.

See a different side of Santa Fe beyond the plaza on a fun and athletic e-bike tour that earns rave reviews from travelers. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour, taking advantage of the bike’s battery-assisted boost to go farther without breaking a sweat. Visit places many tourists miss, like the Santa Fe Railyard and River Park that hugs the Rio Grande, while a guide shares insider history not found in the guidebooks.

Avoid the rush of group tours and enjoy this interactive scavenger hunt through Santa Fe. Using any smartphone as a virtual guide, follow clues scattered along the Old Santa Fe Trail and among the city’s historic plazas and adobe-style buildings. Work at your own pace and track your progress against other teams' scores for some friendly competition. Families and small groups can play on the same team by booking together.