Specials & Packages: Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado

Adventures & Vacations

To celebrate the airing of Ken Burns' series "National Parks: America's Best Idea" premiering on September 27, 2009, and encourage National Park visitation, Mesa Verde is offering the "America's Best Idea" package. Explore Mesa Verde through Ken Burns' eyes and inspire yourself and your children to fall in love with National Parks!

Standard lodging for two nights
Seats for two on a half-day ranger guided tour of Cliff Palace
Full DVD set of Ken Burns' "National Parks: America's Best Idea"

Available for booking Sept 15 - Oct 21, 2009 and Apr 22-Jun6, 2010.
Promo Code: BESTIDEA

$349 plus tax and NPS-approved surcharges

Does not include meals, gratuities or National Park vehicle entrance fee.
Pricing based on double occupancy minimum. May not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions allowed.
Package not available for May 28-29, 2010

Taste of The Mesa! - Sustainable Cuisine Workshops

Relax and enjoy great food with Executive Chef Brian Puett!

August 23-25, 2009
September 30-Oct 2, 2009
October 11-13, 2009

Workshop includes:

2 nights lodging at Far View Lodge inside Mesa Verde NP
Guided tour of Mesa Verde’s ancient sites and cliff dwellings
Meet-the-Chef reception
Chef’s demo and wine tasting
4 course Chef’s Table dinner with paired wines
Souvenir etched wine glass

To make reservations please call:
866-292-8295
*Workshops require minimum 15 participants, max 25

Rates start at $359 per person plus applicable gratuity and taxes

*Plus gratuity, taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking, non-refundable with less than 7-day notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable. Arrival night dinner and daily breakfast available but are not included. No substitutions allowed. Subject to possible availability limits and blackout dates. Rate is applicable to 2009 arrivals only.

Bed & Breakfast Special

Bed & Breakfast Special includes:

Far View Lodge room for two, 1 night
Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 1 morning

$139* double occupancy minimum, standard [kiva upgrade: $30]

*Double occupancy minimum. Full pre-payment required. 72 hour cancellation required. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions. May not be combined with other discounts or offers. Taxes, NPS-approved energy surcharges, and NPS Park entrance fee not included. Rate is valid for 2009 arrivals only.

Cities of Sandstone Package

2 nights standard lodging - double occupancy
2 seats on the half-day Cliff Palace/Mesa Loop ranger-guided bus tour
Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 2 mornings

$369* double occupancy minimum. [Kiva upgrade: $70 per package]

*Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking, non-refundable with less than 7-day notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions allowed. Rate is applicable to 2009 dates only.

Rails to Trails Package

(05/04/09 – 10/21/09)

Enjoy the best of Southwest Colorado with a 4-day, 3-night package including Mesa Verde National Park and the historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

Mesa Verde’s Far View Lodge standard lodging for two, 2 nights, including Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 2 mornings (or FAB buffet one morning and a "to go" breakfast the second morning)
Half-day guided interpretive tour for two of Mesa Verde’s ancient sites and cliff dwellings including Cliff Palace
Durango, Colorado's Hampton Inn lodging for two, 1 night including Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 1 morning [second night available at additional charge]
Coach Class seats for two on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - from Durango to Silverton [historic Western mining town], 2-hour layover in Silverton for non-hosted lunch, return to Durango (total duration: 9 hours, 15 minutes)
Self-transportation required between Far View Lodge and Hampton Inn [approx 90 minutes driving time]
Cancellation and change fees [disclosed below] apply

$679* double occupancy [Far View Lodge kiva upgrade: $70]

*Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges, double occupancy minimum. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking. Cancellation fee applies. Non-refundable with less than 7-day notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions allowed. Rate is valid for 2009 arrivals only. Train and/or Hampton Inn upgrades available at additional cost.

In Special Requests field, tell us the dates you wish to ride the D&SNGRR and to stay at the Hampton Inn -- we will take care of these reservations for you & contact you with confirmations.

D&SNGRR change and cancellation fees apply. Cancellations will incur a minimum fee of $14 per adult ticket and $7 per child ticket. Prior to date of excursion, changes to date, time or class of accommodation (except upgrades) will incur $6 non-refundable fee per instance per seat. If requested change results in cancellation of original seats booked, cancellation fee equal to total payment of original booking may apply.

Out & About in Mesa Verde Package

Our most extensive and deluxe 3 day, 2 night package, offering the best of Mesa Verde.

Kiva lodging for two, 2 nights
Welcome bottle of premium wine
Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 2 mornings
Fine dining for two, 2 nights at the award-winning Metate Room
Private tour for two of Mesa Verde's ancient sites. Includes regularly-scheduled Cliff Palace ranger-led walking tour with up to 60 park visitors in addition to your party.

$779* for 2

Add-ons available:
» Add a night at a deluxe B&B in Durango
» Ride the historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
» Add an authentic stage coach ride in nearby Mancos Valley

*Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking; non-refundable with less than 7-day notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions allowed. Dinners include soup or house salad and entree of choice. Other than welcome wine, alcohol is available but not included. National Park vehicle entrance fee ($15) is not included. Rate is applicable to 2009 arrivals only.

Family Values Package

For 2 adults and 2 children (age 11 and under)
Far View Lodge standard room, 2 nights
Full American Breakfast buffet for 2 adults/2 children, 2 mornings
Half-day ranger-guided bus tour of Mesa Verde’s ancient sites including Cliff Palace
Complimentary dinner for 2 children (age 11 and under) for two nights

$479*, 2 nights, 2 adults and 2 children under 12

*Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges. Based on quad occupancy in standard room; package not available with kiva room. Full pre-payment is required; non-refundable with less than 7-day notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable; no substitutions allowed. Rate is valid for 2009 arrivals only.

Mesa Magic Package - A Romantic Getaway

A carefree romantic night in Mesa Verde -- the perfect couple’s getaway. Enjoy the quiet wonder of the Mesa.

Far View Lodge standard room, 1 night
Welcome bottle of champagne and champagne flutes
Chocolate-dipped strawberries (or comparable substitute)
Romantic dinner for two at the award-winning Metate Room

$259* double occupancy minimum. [Kiva upgrade: $35]

*Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges. Full pre-payment is required at time of booking, non-refundable with less than 72-hour notice of cancellation. Unused package components are non-refundable. No substitutions allowed. Dinner includes house salad, entree and non-alcohol beverage. Rate is applicable to 2009 dates only.

AAA - Cities of Sandstone Package

Far View Lodge standard lodging for two, 2 nights
2 seats on the half-day ranger-guided bus tour of Mesa Verde's ancient sites including Cliff Palace
Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 2 mornings

$339 **Valid AAA membership required** [Kiva upgrade: $70]
Plus taxes and NPS-approved energy surcharges, double occupancy.

AAA Rails to Trails Package

Enjoy the best of Southwest Colorado with a 4-day, 3-night package including Mesa Verde National Park and the historic Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

Mesa Verde’s Far View Lodge standard lodging for two, 2 nights, including Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 2 mornings (or FAB buffet one morning and a "to go" breakfast second morning)
Half-day ranger-guided interpretive tour for two of Mesa Verde’s ancient sites and cliff dwellings including Cliff Palace
Durango, Colorado's Hampton Inn lodging for two, 1 night including Full American Breakfast buffet for two, 1 morning [second night available at additional charge]
Coach Class seats for two on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - from Durango to Silverton [historic Western mining town], 2-hour layover in Silverton for non-hosted lunch, return to Durango (total duration: 9 hours, 15 minutes)
Self-transportation required between Far View Lodge and Hampton Inn [approx 90 minutes driving time]
Cancellation and change fees [disclosed below] apply

$619* **Valid AAA ID required** [Far View Lodge kiva upgrade: $70]

In Special Requests field, tell us the dates you wish to ride the D&SNGRR and to stay at the Hampton Inn -- we will take care of these reservations for you & contact you with confirmations.

D&SNGRR change and cancellation fees apply. Cancellations will incur a minimum fee of $14 per adult ticket and $7 per child ticket. Prior to date of excursion, changes to date, time or class of accommodation (except upgrades) will incur $6 non-refundable fee per seat per instance. If requested change results in cancellation of original seats booked, cancellation fee equal to total payment of original booking may apply.