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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico and Eclipse (Reverse)

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Start and end in Albuquerque
4.8
2 reviews
  • Solar eclipse with a bright ring of light
  • Solar eclipse with a bright ring of light
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  • The scenery is spectacular. This would be an excellent 'off the beaten path' itinerary even without the eclipse.

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Albuquerque

    Albuquerque

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll around Old Town Albuquerque
    • Explore Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta evening events (if available)
    Landmarks
    Old Town Albuquerque
    Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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  2. Day 2

    Albuquerque

    Albuquerque
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Cable car ascent to Sandia Peak
    • Two-mile loop walk to Kiwanis Cabin
    • Cable car descent from Sandia Peak
    • Balloon Fiesta Park exhibition (if afternoon events scheduled)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Old Town Albuquerque
    • Visit local craft breweries
    Landmarks
    Sandia Peak
    Kiwanis Cabin
    Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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  3. Day 3

    Albuquerque to Gallup

    Albuquerque to Gallup
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Dawn Patrol show and morning events
    • Walking tour of Gallup Route 66 historic district
    Landmarks
    Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
    Route 66
    Gallup Historic District
  4. Day 4

    Gallup to Kayenta

    Gallup to Kayenta
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Jeep tour of Canyon de Chelly with Navajo guide
    • Visit White House Ruin
    • Visit Antelope House Ruin
    Landmarks
    Canyon de Chelly
    White House Ruin
    Antelope House Ruin
    Monument Valley
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  5. Day 5

    Monument Valley Eclipse Day

    Monument Valley Eclipse Day
    Meals
    Lunch (Food will be provided during the Jeep tour and at the eclipse viewing; timing may align more closely with brunch depending on schedule)

    Included Activities

    • Jeep tour of Monument Valley backcountry with Navajo guide
    • Viewing of annular solar eclipse (14 October 2023) with expert astronomer
    • Access to iconic Monument Valley scenery
    Landmarks
    Monument Valley
  6. Day 6

    Cortez to Durango

    Cortez to Durango
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Mesa Verde Visitors Centre Native American exhibits
    • Guided tour of Mesa Verde
    • Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum visit
    Landmarks
    Mesa Verde National Park
    Chapin Mesa Archaeological Museum
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  7. Day 7

    Durango to Silverton and Back

    Durango to Silverton and Back
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Durango and Silverton narrow-gauge railroad round trip
    • Exploration of Silverton historic mining town

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely lunch in Silverton
    Landmarks
    Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
    Silverton
    San Juan National Forest
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  8. Day 8

    Durango to Santa Fe

    Durango to Santa Fe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Rio Grande Gorge Bridge viewing stop
    • Exploration of historic Taos downtown
    • Guided visit to Taos Pueblo

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Taos (free time)
    Landmarks
    Rio Grande Gorge Bridge
    Taos
    Taos Pueblo
    Santa Fe
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  9. Day 9

    Santa Fe

    Santa Fe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Santa Fe with leading local guide Ana

    Optional Activities

    • Georgia O'Keeffe Museum visit
    • Other Santa Fe museums
    • Native American markets shopping
    Landmarks
    Santa Fe
    Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
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  10. Day 10

    Santa Fe to Albuquerque

    Santa Fe to Albuquerque
    Landmarks
    Albuquerque International Sunport

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    November 8th, 2023
    This would be an excellent "off the beaten path" itinerary even without the eclipse. The scenery is spectacular.
    Traveled in October 2023

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