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Mesa Verde National Park Half Day Tour

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Colorado, USA
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4 hours (approx.)
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It’s no question that locals and past visitors consider Mesa Verde National Park a must-visit. It allows us a rare opportunity to experience preserved North American history before European contact. Joining a Mild to Wild guide ensures guests will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of authentic Southwestern culture.

Our Half Day tour will show off this outdoor museum with plenty of insight into the ancient indigenous culture, the history of the Park, and more. It’s ideal for those who would enjoy a relaxing drive with a few short walks to ancient ruins and overlooks of the cliff dwellings.

*Please note that this trip does not include a tour into Cliff Palace, however we will get to enjoy it from a scenic overlook. If you would like to join the ranger guided tour into Cliff Palace along with our highly knowledgeable guides, please check out our Mesa Verde Discovery Tour.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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101 Railroad Avenue
Mancos, CO 81328, USA

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Mesa Verde National Park

Meet at the Chamber of Commerce in beautiful Mancos, Colorado. There you’ll meet your guide and hop on the shuttle to Mesa Verde National Park.Among the 4,700 known archeological sites in the Park, our guides will take you to the most popular ones in just 4 hours. We’ll explore a number of mesa top villages, sacred kivas, and overlooks to the cliff dwellings. Expect to enjoy a relaxing drive with short walks to the ruins and the overlooks.*Please note this trip does not include a tour into Cliff Palace, however we will get to enjoy it from a scenic overlook. If you would like to join the ranger guided tour into Cliff Palace along with our highly knowledgeable guides, please check out our Mesa Verde Discovery Tour.On our way out of the Park, we’ll stop at one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Southwest, where you can see into the four states that make up the four corners region. Time allowing, we may stop at the Visitor Center as well before shuttling back to Mancos.
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4 hours Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mesa Verde National Park Half Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shuttle to/from & around the National Park
  • Highly Knowledgeable Guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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