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Luxury Escorted JourneysTauck World Discovery
Santa Fe, Albuquerque and Taos
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 1. Arrive Albuquerque Tour departs: Albuquerque International Airport at 3:00 PM. Welcome to New Mexico, a mecca for Southwestern art and architecture, where images of turquoise and taupe blend landscapes with design. Arrive at your resort hotel, embodying the spirit of Pueblo culture with the pleasures of a luxury resort. We invite you to join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner. Meals D 2. Choice in Albuquerque  A world of choice is about to unfold! Begin your day with a morning visit to the intriguing ruins of Acoma Pueblo, predating 1200 AD; it is one of North America’s oldest continually inhabited communities. You have your choice of activity this afternoon for in-depth discovery of Albuquerque’s diverse cultural influences. Take a fascinating sightseeing journey through old Albuquerque, at your own pace, as this walking tour is not guided. View its colonial architecture that reflects a unique blend of Spanish and European-Anglo influences. Or, explore the intriguing Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, showcasing the individual cultures and contemporary art of the 19 New Mexico Pueblo communities; discover the vast legacy of history and the many accomplishments of the Pueblo people dating from pre-Columbian to modern times. Meals BD 3. Sandia Peak / Santa Fe Travel through picturesque desert vistas en route to Santa Fe today, stopping at Sandia Peak for a panoramic view of New Mexico from the world’s longest tramway; see varied landscapes, including canyons and lush forests, from your mountain perch 10,378 ft. above the desert floor. Arrive at the Eldorado Hotel, Santa Fe’s first AAA four-diamond, four-star hotel, for a four-night stay. Lavishly decorated with southwestern artwork, the hotel was fashioned after New Mexico’s celebrated pueblo-revival architectural style. Meals BLD 4. Santa Fe History and Culture Discover the natural and cultural treasures of Santa Fe, considered the oldest “capital” city in North America; the Spanish “Kingdom of New Mexico” dates back to the 16th century. Choices await you in both the morning and the afternoon. Get a real feel for the city on an open-air trolley tour where you view historic areas, museums, and the highlights of Santa Fe. Alternatively, embark on a walking tour that follows in the footsteps of the city’s three cultures as you discover the artistic and historic sides of Santa Fe. You have an option today of doing some river fly fishing or lake casting fishing at an additional cost of $150 per person. These popular options must be reserved in advance as they fill quickly; ask your Tauck Director for details upon arrival in Albuquerque. Experience a true “taste” of New Mexico by attending a class at the Santa Fe School of Cooking, where you’ll learn the art of preparing Southwestern cuisine; or take a class with a professional Latin dance instructor who introduces you to the popular – and fun – steps of “Latin Jazz Dance.” Enjoy dinner at your leisure this evening. Meals BL 5. Taos Art or Historic Pueblos  Sightsee Santa Fe on your own today or join us for a journey to Taos, a town which has long attracted artists seeking inspiration from its beautiful setting. Upon arrival, two choices await. Explore Taos Pueblo, a fascinating communal dwelling where architecture and lifestyle reflects a culture dating back hundreds of years; modernizations like electricity and running water are banned! Your other choice is a self-guided walking tour of Taos, which starts at Taos Plaza and includes admissions to museums such as the Kit Carson Home and Museum and the turn-of-the-century home of Ernest L. Blumenschein, founder of the Taos Society of Artists. This afternoon you have an opportunity to tour the renowned Millicent Rogers Gallery with a docent, viewing unique collections of southwestern art, pottery, jewelry and textiles, or you can explore Taos on your own. Dine at your leisure this evening upon your return to Santa Fe. Meals B 6. Santa Fe Sightseeing Choices Hundreds of ruins of Anasazi ancestral sites – cliff houses and pueblo-style dwellings dating back to the 13th century – lie amidst the mesas and sheer walled canyons of Bandelier National Monument; discover their indelible significance on a morning visit. Enjoy a choice this afternoon of how to spend it! Embark on a guided walk along Canyon Road, home to art galleries, fashion shops and some of Santa Fe’s trendy restaurants; or indulge your artistic spirit on a fascinating visit to the Houser Compound, home of an expansive collection of sculpture by Native American artist Allan Houser. We invite you to join us this evening for a farewell reception and dinner. Meals BD 7. Journey Home Tour ends: Albuquerque International Airport at 8:00 AM. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in. Persons departing other times should secure their own transportation to the airport. Meals B |
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