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To express an interest in attending this adventure with fellow OLLI Members or to request more information, please contact Jane McBride via olli.info@uah.edu.
The Best of New Mexico: Santa Fe, Taos, and Albuquerque (Program #11005) - 11/9 - 11/16/2026
Summary
Explore the best that New Mexico has to offer: the cosmopolitan heart of Albuquerque, the state's largest city; the Old World charm of Santa Fe; and the frontier spirit of Taos. From history and culture to cuisine and the arts, compare and contrast these unique cities and see how they evolved into the jewels they are today.
Highlights
- Explore the renowned museums and art galleries that make northern New Mexico a mecca for both artists and collectors.
- Visit Los Alamos and learn about the history of the Manhattan Project.
- Explore Bandelier National Monument and enjoy a traditional meal hosted by a Pueblo family.
Activity Level: Let's Go!
Walking up to four miles daily over varied terrain. Standing for up to two hours at a time. Getting on/off the motorcoach multiple times a day. Elevations up to 7,500 feet.
Program Price
- $2399 - double occupancy
- $2969 - single occupancy
Program Price Includes
- 7 nights of accommodations
- 16 meals (7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 5 dinners)
- 3 expert-led lectures
- 13 expert-led field trips
- 1 performance
- Group travel and transfers throughout the program
- A Group Leader to accompany you throughout the program to handle all logistics
- Customary gratuities, taxes, and destination fees
- The Road Scholar Assurance Plan, including 24-hour assistance for medical and other emergencies
Accommodations
- Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn, Albuquerque, 3 nights - Located near Albuquerque's Old Town.
- El Pueblo Lodge, Taos, 2 nights - Originally built as a small ranch in 1912, the property has added additional buildings and accommodations over the past century with guest rooms are spread out over several buildings.
- Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza, Santa Fe, 2 nights - Housed in a landmark 300-year-old hacienda, this hotel is in the heart of Santa Fe.
To express an interest in attending this adventure with fellow OLLI Members or to request more information, please contact Jane McBride via olli.info@uah.edu.