Santa Fe & Taos Walking & Hiking Tour
Santa Fe & Taos Walking & Hiking Tour
5 days
4 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
2025: May-Jun, Sep-Oct2026: May-Jun, Sep-Oct
New Mexico's Rich Heritage & High-Desert Beauty
The lazy bends of the Rio Grande. Pueblos that have stood for a thousand years. Flowers of the high desert. The paintings of Georgia O'Keeffe. The spices of a northern New Mexican meal. And some of the most spectacular sunsets you've ever seen. Each day you spend in the Land of Enchantment will inspire you.
Highlights
- Discover fascinating history and immerse yourself in a memorable weave of Spanish, Mexican, Anglo and indigenous traditions
- Hike scenic trails and roam down centuries-old paths to ancient cliff dwellings and ascend to high-desert mesas with sweeping vistas
- Learn about the painter Georgia O'Keeffe and her iconic art set amid a gorgeous red-rock landscape
- Delight in watching the sun set from your private terrace at Santa Fe's Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado
Start/End Santa Fe
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Itinerary
Days 1-2
Breathe fresh air as you walk through piñon and juniper forests • Pause to admire Santa Fe against a backdrop of stunning mountains • Walk into this town along Canyon Road, renowned for its vibrant art scene • Learn about Santa Fe’s distinctive architecture and multicultural influences on a guided walking tour • Immerse yourself in the aspens high above the Moreno Valley • Stay in an eco-conscious resort a short stroll from the center of Taos • Spend some time browsing shops and galleries featuring the works of talented local artists.
Nights 1-2
With a warm inviting style inspired by American Indian and global cultures, this elegant haven is nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, just outside of Taos. (spa)
Days 3-5
Behold the raw elemental beauty that drew artist Georgia O'Keeffe to make New Mexico her home in the 1940s • Visit historic Chimayó, founded in 1680 and known for its weavers and revered house of worship • The village is home to the well-preserved adobe Santuario de Chimayó, a National Historic Landmark, where modern-day pilgrims flock to be healed • Hike trails used by the Pueblo peoples for millennia while taking in the cliff dwellings of Bandelier National Monument • Ensconced amid the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, our stunning hotel invites you to relax and unwind • Take in the austere beauty of our surroundings during a morning stroll on the hotel grounds or indulge with a signature treatment at the well-known spa.
Nights 3-4
Surrounded by the serene high-desert landscape overlooking the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, this elegant resort combines luxurious amenities with distinct Southwestern style. (pool, spa)
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Nights 1-2
*Deluxe Hotel
With a warm inviting style inspired by American Indian and global cultures, this elegant haven is nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, just outside of Taos. (spa)
Nights 3-4
Premiere Hotel
Surrounded by the serene high-desert landscape overlooking the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, this elegant resort combines luxurious amenities with distinct Southwestern style. (pool, spa)
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 9 customers
Wonderful fall in New Mexico
Each Backroads trip I have done has been lovely, and walking New Mexico was no exception. Culture, history, hiking… all wonderful. And yes, the only question needed, red chili sauce, or green-
Great introduction to Santa Fe and Taos, NM!
The two Trip Leaders were not only excellent hikers and very accommodating of all guests, with their varying ages and abilities, but knew and shared an impressive amount of the history and culture of the Native Americans, Mexicans, and Americans, as well as knowledge of trees and plants. The guests were so nice and interesting. The accommodations were terrific, especially, of course, the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, outside Santa Fe. The meals were excellent. And, FYI, if you have time, Backroads' Recommended Reading list was so worthwhile and seriously enhanced what I took away from my first (and maybe not last) --- and excellent! --- trip to the Land of Enchantment.
5 star plus.
it was the best, satisfied my expectations and then some. this was my second br trip. i hope i will be around for another br adventure. this group of 19 people i thought was exceptional, plus adam and lindsey. chemistry was perfect.
Awesome trip full of activity and cultural experiences.
Our leaders, Adam, Camden, and Clark were amazing! Due to the forest fires, they had to change activities without much notice. They did an awesome job at creating a wonderful vacation experience with a perfect blend of hiking with their guidance, hiking with a professional guide to explain Bandelier National Monument as well as a professional guide to explain the geography at Bishop's Lodge and a guide in Santa Fe. Plus, they created so many special moments with their picnics, special access to areas that without them we would have not been able to see or even know to do, mixing in the perfect amount of professional guides, awesome dinners...formal and informal, creature comforts...the list goes on. I would highly recommend this trip...and even though there was a little less hiking than a normal BR trip... I thought it was perfect...I really, really liked the cultural exposure and education! Bravo!
Our trip exceeded our expectations
The hiking, hotels, food and guided tours were amazing. The guides were outstanding!!!
Great trip all around!
What a gorgeous part of the country and what a great way to experience it with this Backroads trip. Whether you were looking for a serious hike or something milder, this trip delivered. Led by experienced, articulate, knowledgeable and extremely accommodating young guides who went the extra mile to provide a seamless experience. Shout out to Tibet, Abbey, and Rob! Accommodations were high end, food was delicious (waaaay too much) and our group camaraderie so enjoyable. Not inexpensive but you definitely go what you paid for.
If they offered stock in this company I would buy it
We usually do not travel in groups, but this part of the country is a little tough to do solo. The guides were beyond spectacular. The accommodations and meals were excellent. We've out of the altitude and off the trails for a day or two, but our legs continue to remind us that this was active travel for certain,
The way to go
While the backroads pamphlet explained the routes & possible experience it just didn't come close to the describing the wonderful week I had. How do you explain the interactions with a group of like minded travelers who are excited and ready for adventures each day? Its impossible to express the 'concierge' [backroads guides] experience on each hike....possibly a go-pro attached to a short hike would help
Fabulous
Great experience all around. Great group of travelers. Our leaders, Connor, Keaton and Celeste were great and made the trip extraordinary!!!!
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