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This tour is operated by local tour company Vigilante Guides. Explore ancient history and stunning landscapes on a full-day tour to Bandelier National Monument and Puye Cliff Dwellings. Travel in comfort with a local guide aboard a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter as you journey through the ancestral lands of the Pueblo peoples. Walk among cliffside dwellings, ceremonial caves, and petroglyphs at Bandelier and Puye.
The morning will start with a guided tour at Puye Cliff Dwellings led by the Santa Clara people. Walk amongst pottery shards and arrow heads, the only place in the region where you will get first hand insight into this ancient civilization that dates back 1000 years.
Quick stop for lunch at Pig in the Fig where you can order a meal of your choice.
In the afternoon, we'll visit Bandelier Cliff Dwellings for an immersive experience walking 2-3 miles, climbing ladders into ancient caves, and full on guided experience led by a true local.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet outside in Front of the La Fonda on E. San Francisco St.
Itinerary
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1
Here we will hike and walk the main loop at Bandalier that will take 2-3 hours depending on the amount of people there. You will need to be in descent hiking and walking condition. You will be climbing ladders, so this activity is not encouraged if you are afraid of heights. We will be seeing ancient ruins and cliff dwellings along with a variety of petroglyphs. Climbing up and down ladders.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Puye Cliff Dwellings
Here we will have a guided tour by the Santa Clara people themselves. We will get a tour of their winter and summer homes. Their guide will talk about their history, culture, and dwellings they once lived in over 800 years ago.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You must be in good walking/hiking condition. We also do climb ladders, so if you have a fear of heights, you likely won't want to climb any ladders.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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