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Santa Fe – Taos bike tour

Summary

Flame-red chiles; golden adobe; snow-whitw peaks and sapphire sky: Ansel Adems, Thomas Wolfe and Georgia O’Keeffe were all smitten with New Mexico’s intensity. Enjoy a multitude of options for cycling, hiking, culture and history – and feast richly on the region’s phenomenal cuisine. Ride the stunning High Road to Taos and the Enchanted Circle. Spend a half-day rafting the Rio Grande River; explore ancient dwellings in Bandeller and Taos pueblo, and still have time to wander Santa Fe’s renowned art district.

Road bike

6 days

277 km / 172 mi

$ 3,811.-

Taos Pueblo and Santa Fe
Stunning High Road to Taos
Bandeller National Monument
Half day rafting the Rio Grande River

Deposit 25%

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Details

Type

Road bike

Duration

6 days

Level

Moderate

Support

Guided

Daily distance

60-80 km / 37-50 mi

Total distance

277 km / 172 mi

Lodging

Deluxe, full board

Luggage transport

Daily luggage transfers

Bicycle

Included

Dates

14 May 2023 - 19 May 2023
21 May 2023 - 26 Sep 2023
10 Sep 2023 - 15 Sep 2023
17 Sep 2023 - 22 Sep 2023

Start date May 21 fully booked
Start date May 14 guaranteed

Start

Santa Fe

Finish

Santa Fe

Airport at start

Albuquerque airport

Airport at finish

Albuquerque airport

Prices Please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

Price per person / please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

The tour price per person

$ 3,811.-

E-bike rental

E-bike Fastroad E+ EX Pro
With THRIVE E+ EX PRO, you get an all-access pass to speed no mater what your fitness level
Designed with Liv’s 3F Design Philosophy, Thrive E+ EX Pro is the first road E-bike built specifically for women. Get up to speed fast with the new SyncDrive Pro motor that provides a natural, yet powerful, E-bike experience. The new motor also features a Smart support mode that automatically adjusts the support level based on your ride. PedalPlus 6-Sensor Technology translates six measurements about your riding and adds the perfect amount of power at just the right time for a fast and fluid ride quality. The EnergyPak Smart 375 battery is so sleek, you’ll have your friends looking twice to know it’s an E-bike.

$ 200.-

Optional

Single supplement

If you travel alone a single supplement is charged. With some group tours you can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.

$ 1,029.-

Itinerary

Included / Not Included – lodging

Day 1: Explore art galleries and the Georgia O'Keeffe museum. ride into the Sangre de Christo Mountains.

Meet us in Santa Fe (public shuttle available from/to Albuquerque). Santa Fe boasts the third-largest fine art market in the United States, and it’s one of the greatest cities in the world for dining! Galleries and museums abound on the famous Canyon Road; local artists peddle their jewelry and crafts in the city’s plaza. Go for a morning bicycle ride on the outskirts of Santa Fe. Explore the town’s rich culture this afternoon. Stay tonight at the Inn of the Governors, in the heart of downtown. Savor one of the city’s fabulous restaurants for tonight’s dinner.
Meals:Lunch and Dinner. Lodging: Inn of the Governors
Distance: 20 miles Elevation:+1392 ft / – 891 ft

Day 2: Pore over mysterious Bandelier National Monument, ride to Chimayo

Head to Bandelier National Monument. Stroll through ancient cliff dwellings carved high on the canyon walls, where Ancestral Pueblo people made their home nearly 1,000 years ago. Ride north after lunch – through mesas and red hills to the town of Chimayo, famous for its weavings and its church. Spend tonight at the intimate Casa Escondida, with stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez mountain ranges.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Lodging: Casa Escondida
Distance: 22 miles Elevation:+2019 ft / – 1541 ft.

Day 3: Ride the high road to Taos Scenic Byway, with its tiny Spanish towns and expansive views

Bicycle the scenic High Road to Taos today, through endless panoramas of pine forests, snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountain range, and remote cottonwood-filled valleys. Stop along the way for a weaving demonstration by local artisans. Spend the next three nights at Casa Benavides in Taos, a beautiful adobe inn ranked by Sunset Magazine as one of the best in the Southwest.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Lodging: Casa Benavides
Distance: 42 miles Elevation:+2978 ft / – 4082 ft.

Day 4: Raft the Rio Grande. Peruse Taos.

Raft the Rio Grande Canyon this morning! Paddle Class II and III rapids carved through the desert rock, with the help of local guides and instructors. Visit storied Taos Pueblo this afternoon. This is the largest existing multi-storied Pueblo structure in the United States, and home to Taos Native Americans for more than 1,000 years. Hankering for some downtime? Explore Taos’ shops and artists’ galleries, or get a massage. Lunch and dinner are on your own today.
Meals: Breakfast. Lodging: Casa Benavides

Day 5: Ride the Enchanted Scenic Circle Byway.

Ride the Enchanted Circle, a view-crammed loop north of Taos circling the highest peak in New Mexico: Wheeler Peak. The landscape is quite diverse: alpine forests, open range, cattle country, lakes, and fascinating small towns. The eastern half of the Enchanted Circle features long, gradual downhills through peaceful valleys of pasture and forest as it winds back to Taos. Bicycle 62 miles of this amazing loop (with boost options for the climbs) or the whole 85 miles.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Lodging: Casa Benavides
Distance: 62 (or 85) miles Elevation:+3986 ft / – 4370 ft. (or +5669 ft / -5671 ft.)

Day 6: Ride to picturesque Arroyo Seco before heading back to our finish in Santa Fe and Albuquerque

Choose from two options today: Pedal your bicycle down a quiet side road beside a creek, into beautiful Arroyo Seco valley, or challenge yourself with a ride up to Taos Ski Valley. Visit storied Taos Pueblo this afternoon. This is the largest existing multi-storied Pueblo structure in the United States, and home to Taos Native Americans for more than 1,000 years. Want to stay in Santa Fe after the tour? It’s just a short ride there – on your bike or in the van. Need to fly home? We’ll miss you. But we’re happy to take you onward to Albuquerque and the airport.
Meals:Breakfast and Lunch.
Distance: 13 ( or 26) miles Elevation:+418 ft / –961 ft. (or +2162 ft / -2705 ft)

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Included

Lodging
Bicycles
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners, except one lunch and one dinner on your own.
Hiking & river rafting
Bandeller National Monument

Not included

Flights from and to the tour
Nights before and after the tour
One lunch and one dinner
Gratuity guides

Lodging:

Inn of the Governors
Casa Escondida
Casa Benavides

Vaccine or test: A negative Covid test will be required within 72 hours of departure for all non-fully vaccinated guests. or Proof of a completed Covid vaccination course can be used in lieu of a Covid test. A "completed Covid vaccination course" means that the guest has had 1 or 2 shots (depending on vaccine brand) and has completed the 2-week waiting period post final shot.
All of our guides are fully vaccinated.

Map & Routes

Map

Satellite

Bicycle

A road or Hybrid bike is included in the price,

E-bikes

are available for an extra fee.
Prior to your bike tour, we request your height in order to choose the right frame size for you. (If you have a fit sheet or sizing information on your personal bicycle, you are welcome to send that to us, and we will do our best to match your geometry and specs.) On the first day of each bicycle tour, your guides tweak your bike fit to make sure you are as comfortable as possible. If they can’t get the fit just right, we typically carry a couple of extra sizes. We try to make sure we have the right size and type of bike you need to enjoy your cycling vacation.

Giant Defy ADV 3

Choose the longer route. Climb higher mountains. This all-new endurance road bike is purpose-built to help you tackle long-distance road rides in all types of conditions. It’s smooth, it’s efficient, and it’s fast.
Ride farther and faster with an all-new composite frameset that’s engineered with endurance geometry and built-in compliance. Handcrafted with Advanced-grade composite material, it’s engineered with tube shapes that are optimized to absorb road shocks and vibrations. And the frame is still stiff in all the ways that matter—for pedaling efficiency as well as steering and cornering precision. It’s made with a specific carbon layup to give it just the right feel. And for added control, it features integrated disc brakes with flat mounts and 12mm thru-axles. The D-Fuse Seatpost and handlebar system also help reduce road vibrations, adding to its smooth, compliant feel on the road.
Components: Giant Conduct disc brakes, Shimano Tiagra groupset, 50/34 cranks, 11 x 34 cassette, Giant S-R2 tubeless wheelset 700x28c

Hybrid / flat Bar Road bike

The perfect balance of road bike speed and city bike versatility. Built on a lightweight ALUXX SL aluminum frameset, this new flat-bar road bike puts the rider in a comfortable position that’s smooth and efficient. The fast-rolling 700c wheels and vibration-absorbing composite D-Fuse seatpost help smooth out rough roads. The fast-rolling 700c wheels can accommodate large tires up to 32c, perfect for tackling rough roads with confidence and control, while integrated ergo bar ends keep your hands comfortable on longer adventures. Powerful disc brakes give you added control in all types of weather, and easy-to-use rack mounts make FastRoad SL a smart choice for commuting, fitness riding and weekend adventures.
E-Bike Thrive E+ EX PRO
With THRIVE E+ EX PRO, you get an all-access pass to speed no mater what your fitness level
Designed with Liv’s 3F Design Philosophy, Thrive E+ EX Pro is the first road E-bike built specifically for women. Get up to speed fast with the new SyncDrive Pro motor that provides a natural, yet powerful, E-bike experience. The new motor also features a Smart support mode that automatically adjusts the support level based on your ride. PedalPlus 6-Sensor Technology translates six measurements about your riding and adds the perfect amount of power at just the right time for a fast and fluid ride quality. The EnergyPak Smart 375 battery is so sleek, you’ll have your friends looking twice to know it’s an E-bike.