The Magic of New Mexico

In this tour we discover and experience the diversity of New Mexico. The altitude and scenery are extremely varied.

Day 1: We begin the tour with trip orientation in the Village of Corrales. The leisurely ride to Jemez Springs allows riders to adjust to the altitude, visit the Jemez Indian Pueblo and enjoy the spectacular red rock San Diego Canyon. Afterward, a visit to the natural hot springs bath house and a massage is highly recommended. (48 miles) Day 2: A climb through the Ponderosa Pine forests of the Jemez Mountains will take us to Los Alamos the birthplace of the atomic age. En route we will cross the volcanic caldera of the Valle Grande (40 miles). Day 3: After a ride into Bandelier National Monument to visit the pre-Columbian cliff-dwellings of the Anasazi, we will leave the mountains for the Nambe Valley and 18th century Spanish village of Chimayo. (52 miles) Day 4: One of the most challenging days of our tour will take us to Taos, passing through several Spanish colonial mountain villages, including Truchas, the filming site of Robert Redford's Milagro Beanfield War. (47 miles) Day 5: This day begins the Enchanted Circle. We will reach 9,100 ft. at Palo Flechado Pass, drop down into the Moreno valley and fishing haven of Eagle Nest, then climb again to 9,800 ft. before descending steeply into the gold rush town of Red River. (47 miles) Day 6: Today we complete the Enchanted Circle, returning to Taos with a stop at the breathtaking Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. There will be plenty of time for shopping, exploring and dining Southwestern style in Taos. (48 miles) Day 7: After relaxing and having refreshments or lunch on the riverside patio of the Embudo Station Restaurant, the tour route continues through an area rich with Indian petroglyphs. The last stop will be a visit to San Juan Pueblo, north of Santa Fe. Transportation will be provided to Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

Tour Reservations: For a tour reservation, please fill out a Tour Application (pdf) or contact us for more information.

Magic of New Mexico Start / Finish Corrales, NM / San Juan Pueblo, NM Details 7 days, 6 nights 6 breakfasts, lunches and 1 dinner Supply of energy bars, snacks, fruit and electrolyte replacement supplement Pre tour orientation with ELE staff Comprehensive tour packet, including mile-log and directions, maps and profiles, points of interest, and contact information. 24-hour emergency assistance Luggage transfer Transportation from San Juan Pueblo to either Santa Fe or Albuquerque 327 miles/526 kilometers Dates & Rate Dates: Your choice, self-guided tour Rate: Accommodations included: $1399+ New Mexico CRS tax Accommodations not included: $995+ New Mexico CRS tax Overnights Jemez Springs Los Alamos Chimayo Taos Red River Taos