6 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
The first national park to “preserve the works of man,” Mesa Verde stands alone as a national park, archaeological site, and UNESCO World Heritage Site. On this half-day tour, you’ll skip the search for parking and go straight to exploring the ancient cliff dwellings with a guide, learning about the park’s flora and fauna, geology, and human mystery—these ruins were abandoned around the year 1300.
Come take a half day tour and see the highlights of Mesa Verde National Park. We’ll squeeze 700 years
of history into a 6-hour round trip tour (3 hours’ total drive time, 3 hours in the park) with a professional
guide that is passionate about giving you the most informative experience possible. This tour will include
a stop at several iconic cliff dwellings, including the park’s crown jewel, Cliff Palace, where you have the
option of taking a 40 minute ranger led tour (see our Immersive Tour for details). We’ll also take in some
of the most spectacular views of the 4 Corners region as we travel through the park. We guarantee that
you’ll leave with a new found appreciation for the cultures and landscapes of the Southwest. Included:
Park fees, Cliff Palace tickets, transportation to and from Durango and within the park, and plenty of
water and snacks.
Cannot accommodate children under the age of 4 or people with severe mobility issues
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included