Mesa Verde: 700 Years Tour & Ranger-Guided Cliff House Visit

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Travel back in time on a guided bus tour of Mesa Verde. Explore archaeological sites and walk through the iconic Cliff Palace. This tour is operated by the authorized Mesa Verde NP concessionaire.

About this activity

  • Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

  • Duration

    4 hour

Experience

  • Highlights
    • Feel the history come alive with expert narratives
    • Explore multiple archaeological sites with ease
    • Walk through the iconic Cliff Palace with an NPS ranger
  • Full description
    Embark on a journey through 700 years of history with your NAI-certified interpretive guide on a comfortable tour bus. This tour offers a comprehensive view of the Mesa Verde habitation, showcasing the lives and culture of the Ancestral Puebloan people through various archaeological sites. Each stop will highlight how the people adapted their architecture and social structures to meet the evolving needs of their society.

    The tour begins at Far View Terrace, located approximately 30 minutes from the park entrance. From there, a comfortable motor coach will transport you to Chapin Mesa. Along the way, you'll enjoy short hikes to archaeological sites along the Mesa Loop Road. Your guide will provide engaging narratives and insights into the historical significance of each site.

    The highlight of the tour is a walk down into Cliff Palace, the most renowned of all the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings. Here, an NPS ranger will lead you through the site, offering a deeper understanding of the...  more
  • Includes
    • Entry to ancient cliff dwellings - including the Cliff Palace site
      Guided tour of Cliff Palace by National Park Ranger
      National Association for Interpretation (NAI) certified guides
      Motor coach transport
      Guided hike
  • Exclude
    • Park entrance fee (May 1st - October 31st): Private Vehicle: $30; Per Person: $15; Annual Pass: $55; Motorcycle: $25
      Food or drinks (only bottled water allowed on the tour)
From US$ 101 per person
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