Mesa Verde National Park Tours
Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mesa Verde National Park spans more than 80 square miles and protects over 5,000 archaeological sites, including the world-famous Cliff Palace and nearly 600 cliff dwellings—some more than 800 years old. This is truly a trip of a lifetime and an unforgettable experience for all ages.
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Mesa Verde Tours & Experiences
Explore some of the most notable and best-preserved cliff dwellings and archaeological sites in the United States
Mesa Verde Tours
4 tours available
- 5 Hours
- Ages 8+
- Moderate
- 5 hours
- Ages 8+
- Easy
- 7.5 Hours
- Ages 8+
- Customized to fit guests needs
- 7.5 Hours
- Ages 8+
- Moderate
Our Story
Keepers of Ancient Stories
Mesa Verde Rivertrippers has been guiding visitors through the ancient cliff dwellings and archaeological wonders of Mesa Verde National Park since 1983. Our expert guides bring the history of the Ancestral Puebloans to life, sharing the stories of people who called these sandstone alcoves home for over 700 years.
Beyond Mesa Verde, we lead guided tours of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument — home to the highest density of archaeological sites in the United States. Whether you choose our Express Tour with Cliff Palace tickets or a private experience, our guides provide unmatched insight into this ancient landscape.
Archaeological Experts
Our guides are seasoned experts in Ancestral Puebloan history and culture.
Top-Rated Experiences
Proudly the #1 tour company in Mesa Verde National Park
All Ages
Tours designed to keep the whole family engaged and safe.
40+ Years
Locally owned and operated since 1983.
EST 1983
Voices From The Mesa
Real stories from visitors who explored Mesa Verde’s ancient cliff dwellings.
Everything You Need To Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your Mesa Verde tour
Mesa Verde tours run from late May through October. Summer months (June-August) are the busiest. Early June and September offer the best balance of good weather and smaller crowds. Cliff Palace tours are only available when the park opens them — typically late May through mid-October.
Mesa Verde tours involve moderate physical activity. Cliff Palace requires descending and climbing stone steps and ladders (about 100 steps down and back up). You should be comfortable with heights, uneven surfaces, and an elevation of 7,000+ feet. Let us know about any mobility concerns when booking.
All three tours visit the same sites and include Cliff Palace tickets. The Express Tour is a standard guided tour. The Group Tour runs with other travelers — great for solo visitors. The Private Tour is exclusively for your group with personalized pacing and attention.
All Mesa Verde tours require 72 hours notice for a full refund. Trip insurance is available for 8% of your booking total — cancel up to 12 hours before departure for an 80% refund.
Ancient History Awaits Your Discovery
Book your guided tour of Mesa Verde National Park today.