New Mexico Road Bike Tour
USA
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
213 mi (~36mi per day)
Active
Some hills, On-road
Guided
Supported
A Cyclist’s Land of Enchantment
From the origin of ancient civilizations to the birthplace of atomic energy, New Mexico’s unique influence spans millennia. Its colorful history and landscape have inspired so many elite artists and writers, including Georgia O’Keefe and D.H. Lawrence.
You too, will be fascinated by New Mexico’s compelling blend of history and scenic beauty as you cruise through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains on our high desert and alpine road bike tour. Our days are spent cycling the flanks of Wheeler Peak, the state’s highest point found in the southernmost stretches of the Rocky Mountains. As we head north from Santa Fe, the terrain is relatively flat and descends to cross the Rio Grande. The terrain is rolling along the way from Ghost Ranch to Tres Piedras. The Enchanted Circle is at minimum 6000 feet in elevation with several high climbs to over 9000 feet. Downtime is spiced by visits and warm interactions within the small communities between rides, melting pots of Old European ethnicities and Far West tribes. Superb New Mexican cuisine highlights every stop.
Originally this tour was tailored to the seasoned cyclist due to the elevation and climbs. But now we offer this tour with the use of our new ebike from Specialized which makes the climbs easier and faster giving you more time to enjoy local hospitality.
If you seek something really different, this tour offers as much deep regional history as flavor, if not a totally off the map destination.
Tour Information
From
Santa Fe, NM
To
Santa Fe, NM
Cost From
Guided Please Ask
Departure(s)
Sundays
Elevation Gain
14490
Group Info
Private Tours and Custom Tours
Inclusions
First-Class Camping
All transportation, food preparation, meals (except where noted on itineraries), snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, group supplies and community gear (portable chairs, large awnings, coolers, utensils, etc.)
Backcountry permits, licenses, park fees, reservations, and accommodations (lodging)
Two professionally trained trip leaders, a mobile first aid and mechanic station, spare bikes, and a support vehicle(s).
Specialized Road Bike Rental
Custom sublimated Limited Edition Jersey!
Exclusions
Airfare, lodging prior to trip start or bicycle rental and/or camping gear (if on a camping tour) unless otherwise noted on itinerary or website.
Options
First-Class Camping
Casual Inns
Luxury Inns & Restaurants
eBike Available
Camp Gear Kit Rental
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