Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum: Mesa Verde and Chaco Canyon Ancestral Pueblo Cliff Dwellings and Monumental Great Houses

Explore the most significant archaeological geography in the United States. Our tour focuses on Puebloan archeological sites of southwest Colorado and northwestern New Mexico. Ancestral Puebloans blended work and worship; they were master artisans, farmers, astronomers, traders, and skilled engineers, creating an extensive trade network throughout the San Juan Basin and beyond. Highlights include two days at UNESCO World Heritage sites, Mesa Verde and Chaco Canyon National Parks, as well as Monument Valley, Aztec Ruins, and the seldom-visited sites of Hovenweep and Lowry House ruins. The tour culminates with two nights at the former Harvey House, La Posada in Winslow, followed by a day exploring Hopi Second Mesa. Our personal guides are naturalist Jesús García and geologist/geomorphologist Fred Nials, highly educated in Native American history and in the fields of archaeology and anthropology. This exceptional tour offers a unique opportunity to visit a vibrant archeological region with expert interpretation.   April 27 - May 4