Santa Fe Bike Tour - 4-Day Getaway
Canyon Road, Bandelier & New Mexico's High Desert
Ride through the piñon-covered hills of northern New Mexico, where adobe villages, sacred sites and wide-open skies reveal the quiet beauty of the Southwest.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $3,599 - $3,899/person
+4.875% Sales tax
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Ride high desert roads through ancient villages and the dramatic landscapes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains
- Explore Bandelier National Monument, where cliffside dwellings and petroglyphs reflect the lives of the Ancestral Puebloans
- Pedal through the village of Chimayó on the iconic High Road to Taos and pass weathered adobes and hand-painted shrines against a wondrous backdrop of dusky mountains
- Luxuriate at Bishop’s Lodge, a historic adobe resort nestled in the foothills outside Santa Fe and offering incredible mountain views
- Taste Santa Fe’s celebrated cuisine, from refined Southwestern flavors to farm-fresh dinners under desert skies
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Santa Fe Airport & Travel Details
- Spin through the outskirts of Santa Fe, admiring the terra-cotta-hued adobes and views of the Sangre de Cristo, Jemez and Sandia Mountains
- Savor a signature Backroads picnic lunch featuring fresh produce and local flavors
- Our home base is Bishop’s Lodge, a luxurious adobe resort nestled in the hills above Santa Fe and surrounded by piñon-dotted trails and open desert sky
- Toast to your new traveling companions and sit down to a delicious dinner of elevated Southwestern cuisine at a top-rated restaurant.
Nights 1-3
Luxury Hotel
A restored icon, this unpretentious luxury retreat set on over 300 gorgeous acres has played host to US presidents and Hollywood royalty over the years. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Journey into the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, cycling along New Mexico’s famed High Road to Taos
- Spin past mesas and adobe chapels tucked in remote villages rich with Spanish and Pueblo history
- Pedal to El Santuario de Chimayó, a 19th-century adobe chapel revered for its healing earth and spiritual significance
- Unwind at the hotel’s pool, explore the spa or relax on your private terrace
- Experience the vibrant energy of Santa Fe—wander atmospheric streets, browse evening art openings or settle into a lively spot for music and mezcal.
Nights 1-3
Luxury Hotel
A restored icon, this unpretentious luxury retreat set on over 300 gorgeous acres has played host to US presidents and Hollywood royalty over the years. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Cycle through the Pajarito Plateau, where forested mesas and volcanic canyons meet the legacy of the Manhattan Project
- Ride past Los Alamos National Laboratory and into the vast openness of Bandelier National Monument
- Trade the saddle for hiking boots on a breathtaking walk through Frijoles Canyon or along the rim, where cliff dwellings and petroglyphs reflect the lives of the Ancestral Puebloans
- Raise your glass to a trip to remember and savor a beautifully prepared dinner, marked by fresh flavors and the glow of the high desert at dusk.
Nights 1-3
Luxury Hotel
A restored icon, this unpretentious luxury retreat set on over 300 gorgeous acres has played host to US presidents and Hollywood royalty over the years. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Begin the day with a peaceful spin through the Rio en Medio area, where country roads wind through sun-warmed hills and piñon forests
- Enjoy a lunch of bold local flavors at a favorite downtown locale
- Listen to fascinating stories from a local historian, who takes us on a walking tour of Santa Fe’s cultural landmarks and Canyon Road’s world-famous galleries.
Nights 1-3
Luxury Hotel
A restored icon, this unpretentious luxury retreat set on over 300 gorgeous acres has played host to US presidents and Hollywood royalty over the years. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Santa Fe Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 2-4
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Fully equipped Backroads titanium bike, Wahoo GPS device, helmet and accessories
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
