Reservations
More Like Time Travel Than a Tour
Experience Mesa Verde like never before on our 700 Years Tour. Ride in comfort as a certified interpretive guide leads you through centuries of Ancestral Pueblo history. Explore architectural and cultural shifts at various archaeological stops before finishing with a ranger-guided descent into Cliff Palace—the crown jewel of Mesa Verde’s cliff dwellings.
May 4 - October 18
Why Take the 700 Years Tour?
Because one cliff dwelling isn’t the full story—this is the ultimate Mesa Verde deep dive!
Think of this immersive 4-hour experience as part history, part time-travel. Hop on our air-conditioned tour bus, where an NAI-certified guide will break down 700 years of Pueblo history in a way that’s actually fun—with real stories! You’ll have guaranteed access to the Cliff Palace ranger-led tour, plus front-row views of epic archaeological sites most people miss.
Let us drive. You sit back and enjoy a story that's older—and cooler—than anything on your feed.
Take the 700 Years Tour
- Tour Overview Tour Overview
Departure: Far View Terrace (Map)
NOTE: Far View Terrace is located approximately 30 minutes from the park entrance. Please plan ahead when trying to make your tour departure time.Duration: 4 hours, which includes short hikes to archaeological sites along the Mesa Loop Road and a walking tour of Cliff Palace.
Guided Tours: Led by NAI-certified guides with historical expertise on the culture, architecture, and lifestyle of the Ancestral Puebloan people.
Motor Coaches: Our comfortable motor coaches will transport you to Chapin Mesa, where short walks on simple trails will take you to both the earliest Mesa Top archaeological sites and the magnificent and more adventurous Cliff Palace.
- Tour Prices Tour Prices
Tour Departure Times: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tour Price: Cliff Palace Included - Adults: $129.00 | Child (Age 5-11): $99.00 | Child (Under 4 years): FreeNOTE: Far View Terrace is located approximately 30 minutes from the park entrance. Please plan ahead when trying to make your tour departure time.
- In-Person Tour Reservations In-Person Tour Reservations
If you are interested in reserving your tour in person, please refer to the locations below.
Far View Lodge Starting April 19, 2025 Far View Terrace Starting April 19, 2025 Morefield Campground Starting April 28, 2025 Note: Our 700 Years Tour is our most popular Mesa Verde Tour - so book early. And don't forget to bring your camera in order to take home more than just memories.
- Park Entrance Fee Park Entrance Fee
Entrance Type January 2 - April 30 &
November 1 - December 31
May 1 - October 31 Private Vehicle $20.00 $30.00 Per Person $10.00 $15.00 Annual Park Pass $55.00 $55.00 Motorcycle $15.00 $25.00 - Tour Reviews Tour Reviews
The 700 years tour was super due to the enthusiasm of the guide and ranger. I've been to Mesa Verde before, but the 700 years tour made it the ultimate trip.
- Guest Testimonial
The 700 years tour was exceptional beyond description and the guide was truly well-informed in every way.
- Guest Testimonial
- Payment Policy Payment Policy
Full payment for the tour will be processed at the time of booking
- Cancel Policy Cancel Policy
Tour seats must be canceled 72 hours prior to tour departure in order to receive a full refund. Cancelling within 72 hours of tour departure will forfeit the value of the tickets.