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.
- Skip the lines in Mesa Verde’s parking areas and at the entrance gate
- Explore Mesa Verde with a guide, learning about the park’s complex history
- Cliff-dwelling tours included when made available by the park
- Hassle-free round-trip transfers from nearby Durango, CO
What To Expect
Mesa Verde National Park
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
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Include
Snacks
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Complimentary transportation from Durango, Colorado
Exclude
Gratuity
Max group – 15
