• Mesa Verde National Park - Avoid the stress of ticket arrangements and enjoy a smooth visit to Mesa Verde National Park. This 5-hour tour departing from Durango includes entry and a National Park Service ranger-guided tour of Cliff Palace, the largest cliff dwelling in North America. Spend approximately 45 minutes exploring while discovering how the Ancestral Puebloans lived over 700 years ago.

Travel with a guide trained in archaeology who vividly brings the history, culture, and landscape to life with engaging insights. Round-trip transportation is provided, departing from our Durango office at 360 S Camino Del Rio Suite 200. The travel time is approximately 50 minutes each way.

If time permits, additional viewpoints may be included. Space is limited, so only bring small personal items. Light snacks and water are welcome. This half-day tour focuses on Cliff Palace and provides a comprehensive overview of Mesa Verde.

• Bottled water
• Cliff Palace Tickets

• Lunch
• Gratuity

Tickets are secured!
Embark on a journey through Mesa Verde with a guide trained by an archaeologist and explore the Cliff Palace! Avoid the hassle of securing tickets and jump straight into an unforgettable adventure at one of Colorado’s most renowned landmarks. The Mesa Verde Express Tour provides a 5-hour, door-to-door experience through the stunning landscapes and rich history of Mesa Verde National Park. This tour includes a unique chance to visit the famous Cliff Palace on a ranger-led tour, offering 45 minutes to closely explore the largest cliff dwelling in North America. Discover the remarkable ingenuity of the Ancestral Puebloans, who constructed and thrived in these structures over 700 years ago.
Throughout the tour, participants will be guided by a highly trained expert, extensively educated by a professional archaeologist, offering deep insights into Mesa Verde’s history and culture.

• physically fit
• climb 15-30 rung ladders.
• MUST CLIMB LADDERS
• Limited Space, Do not bring a cooler
• This tour designed to leave from Durango and return to Durango.
• HEALTH WARNING All tours are appropriate for well-prepared hikers but are strenuous, so please consider your physical health before choosing a tour/hike, especially if you have heart or respiratory problems or other physical difficulties. We suggest wearing sturdy shoes or boots and bring plenty of water. Your safety depends on your good judgment, adequate preparation, and constant attention.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.