Top 10 Bus Tours in Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM)

April 5, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson

Whether you're into history, culture, outdoor adventures or just in need of some new and unique scenery, Albuquerque offers exciting attractions for all ages and interests, anytime of the year. In the historic section of Old Town, ancient Indian and Spanish cultures come to life through old churches, quaint shops and piazzas, winding brick paths and adobe benches. Browsers can spend a whole day making their way through the more than 100 stores, boutiques and galleries that sell Southwestern goods as well as unique products from around the world. During the winter holiday season, Old Town is adorned with small lit candles and thousands come to stroll through the streets, listen to live music and celebrate. It is truly a sight to see. But the history doesn't stop there. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Petroglyph National Monument offer a glimpse of old Indian customs and art. Families will find plenty to do at the Albuquerque Biological Park, which features a zoo, aquarium and botanic garden. Outdoor types will find ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. After working up an appetite, head to any number of fine restaurants that serve up a choice of hot or even hotter New Mexican cuisine. To top it all off, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of all this vibrant city has to offer.
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1. Private Tour: Albuquerque Full Day

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This is a private tour for 1-3 people.   We can do as much as you like and can fit in 8 hours.  We can drive through historic Route 66-downtown Albuquerque; visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, museum, & store; Old Town-plaza, church, hidden patios, galleries/shops. We will drive north on Rio Grande Blvd, following the river through the valley occupied by Pueblo Indians, Spanish settlers and still is home to farms, and wine growers. We can visit historic Los Poblanos Lavender Farm/shop; the village of Corrales; and prehistoric Pueblo Indian village of Kuaua (Coronado State Monument-established during the Classic Period of Anasazi Culture). On our way back to Albuquerque we will see Sandia Pueblo's herds of cattle and Buffalo and ride the Sandia Peak Tram for magnificent views of the area. This is a perfect tour of the present and past filling you with beauty and delicious food. Lunch options are many depending on your cravings. Great Photo tour!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Beverages, Snacks, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

2. Private Tour: Albuquerque Half Day

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This is a private tour for 1-3 people.  We can do as much as you like and can fit into 4 hours.   We can drive through historic Route 66-downtown Albuquerque; visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, museum, & store; Old Town-plaza, church, hidden patios, galleries/shops. We will drive north on Rio Grande Blvd, following the river through the valley occupied by Pueblo Indians, Spanish settlers and still is home to farms, and wine growers. We can visit historic Los Poblanos Lavender Farm/shop; the village of Corrales; and prehistoric Pueblo Indian village of Kuaua (Coronado State Monument-established during the Classic Period of Anasazi Culture). On our way back to Albuquerque we will see Sandia Pueblo's herds of cattle and Buffalo and ride the Sandia Peak Tram for magnificent views of the area. This is a perfect tour of the present and past filling you with beauty and delicious food. Lunch options are many. Great Photo tour!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Beverages, Snacks, Local guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

3. Santa Fe, New Mexico is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow

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Private tour for 1 to 3 people.   Santa Fe, New Mexico is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!  There are so many shops, all full of stuff we really want to buy. From Indian Jewelry, trendy clothes, hand-tooled boots, OMG, hats, and art. The glass is full! Santa Fe truly captures the spirit and style of the Southwest with the adobe style of its buildings and architectural design. The oldest capital city in the United States, Santa Fe wows visitors with endless beauty. A walk through the streets around the historic plaza will lead you to shops and galleries, restaurants, museums, and historic churches. At the Palace of the Governors, you can admire the artwork and jewelry created by the Native Americans sitting under the portal. Walk up  scenic Canyon Road  with over eighty galleries, restaurants and shops. Santa Fe is an art lover’s and History Buffs’ paradise. From museums to galleries to restaurants, you will be awe struck!

Inclusions: Activities as per itinerary, Snacks, Bottled water

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Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

4. New Mexico: Jemez Pueblo, Soda Dam & Falls: A Photographer's Landscape Dream

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Itinerary: Drive West from Albuquerque to the town of San Ysidro where we will start on the National Scenic Route NM 4 to the Pueblo of Jemez.  Visit the Walatowa Visitor Center & Museum.  We will walk to the Red Rocks Formations.  We will drive through the village of Jemez Springs – bubbling with soothing hot springs, brimming with outdoor adventure, and immersed in history and culture. We can have lunch at historic Los Ojos Restaurant and Saloon in Jemez Springs  or at one of the other local cafes.  We will tour the Jemez State Monument, the Soda Dam formation, Battleship Rock,  and Jemez Falls before we drive back to Albuquerque.  ** Monument Closed Monday & Tuesdays

Inclusions: Hotel drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

5. Exploring the Magic of Northern New Mexico: Scenery, Pueblos and Churches

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Our tour will take us north on the Camino Real, a road that connected Mexico's ancient cultures with the equally ancient cultures of the American Southwest. This Camino trail is a backdrop for countless Hollywood movies. The first stop will be at the Poeh Cultural Center in the native pueblo of Pojoaque, which translates to "water gathering place". We will visit the museum and see the hundreds of ancient pots returned to this pueblo from museums. Next we see the Nambe Pueblo and follow the trail of pilgrims to the village of Chimayo at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains Each year, more than 300,000 people of every culture visit the Santuario Shrine in hopes of miracle cures. The chapel for the Santo Niño de Atocha is on the grounds, receiving prayers for children. The famous New Mexico Red Chile served at the Rancho de Chimayó restaurant is where we will enjoy lunch. Returning to Santa Fe or Albuquerque, we see the Santa Fe Opera and it's amazing architecture.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: lunch at Rancho de Chimayo

Reviewed By Christina S

Mae was informative, educational, and passionate about the land and PUEBLO people. Grateful for her time and this experience.

6. ABQ NM Film locations Tour, tour your favorite movies/shows filmed in ABQ

302 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA Breaking Bad RV Tours
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4.8 based on 52 reviews

Albuquerque known as Burquewood, Albuquerque has been a hot spot for filming famous movies and shows like: Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Logan, Preacher,Midnight Texas, The Nightshift, Avengers, Terminator, Hulk, Thor, Independence day 2, Longmire, Maze Runner 2 and so many more. Visit your favorite film locations on a Breaking Bad Tour, Better Call Saul Tour, Albuquerque Film Location Tour and Ride in our Hollywood style interactive tour bus. Re-live the sights and sounds of your favorite movies and shows. Now you can re-live the Movie magic on our 90 minute 30 site film location tour. Now you can see Film locations from Terminator, Avengers, Transformers, No Country for old men, Maze runner 2, Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Thor, Logan, Preacher, In Plain site, Independence day 2, Whiskey Tango Fox-trot, the Player, Gamer and more.

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Reviewed By traveller0928

This tour is FUN! The guides REALLY knew their Breaking Bad stuff. They cleverly played relevant clips of the shows (Breaking Bad, Saul and El Camino) before we would get to the site. That really helped bring the sites to life. The ride around ABQ showed how well the producers etc captured the feel of the city in the shows. Out of everything we did in NM this tour really stayed with me!

7. Breaking Bad RV Tour 2021

1919 Old Town Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA Breaking Bad RV Tours
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4.8 based on 210 reviews

3 hour Film location tour in the Breaking Bad RV just like the one on the show. see the sights and sounds in our fully interactive,3 hour locations tour. Visiting your favorite Breaking Bad, El Camino, Better Call Saul locations such as:Jesse's House, Chucks,Jane's, Danny's, RV Junk yard, Skinny Pete's, Car Wash, Walt's House, The Super Lab and more.  Locations are subject to change daily and based on filming schedule.Tour includes refreshment and meal at Los Pollo's Hermano's. We practice COVID SAFE practices such as extra cleaning of the bus, we do require masks to be worn on the tour along with social distancing. A Covid 19 waiver is required to ride the tour. PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING YOUR RESERVATION: Due to the popularity of the tour we recommend booking at least two weeks in advance,     Disclaimer: Tours can be cancelled due to Mechanical issues, whether conditions, or not hitting our minimum of 4 riders (Rare but does happen during slow season).

Inclusions: The Breaking Bad Tour includes your favorite locations such as : Jesse's House, Chucks, The Dog House, Peekaboo house, Tucco's, Badgers corner, Combo's Corner, The Railyard, Jessie's RV Junkyard, Walt's Mechanic,Jesse's Porta Potty, Los Pollos Hermano's, El Mechicano, The Grove, Crossroads Motel, Jane's apartment, Danny's, The Car Wash, Walt's House, Sauls office, The Super Lab and more. Locations are subject to change daily and are not guaranteed based on filming schedule. You can get out and take pictures at some locations. Tour includes a light meal and drink at Los Pollo's Hermano's, if unavailable breakfast or lunch will be at a alternate locations such as Blakes Lotaburger or the Central grill., Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks

Exclusions: The listed price does not include a $5.00 parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in. Parking available at the pick up location

Reviewed By TaraP109

Our guide and his wife took us on a private RV tour and we had the BEST time seeing all of the locations. The experience was immersive, professional, entertaining, and a real treat! In addition to being a Breaking Bad fan, it’s also just a great way to see Albuquerque. Sooo glad we had the opportunity to do this tour!

8. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge: An outdoor Paradise

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An Outdoor New Mexico Paradise!  Migrating birds, wild life, and the most amazing scenery, we will visit history and nature on this 6 hour tour.  Driving south from Albuquerque, we follow the Camino Real, the historical King’s road of the Conquistadors.  We follow the Rio Grande River passing by the villages of Los Lunas, the Isleta Pueblo, Belen, and continue through Socorro to our turn off at San Antonio.  Each village is part of a rich history of Native American and Spanish Culture we will share as we travel.  As we turn east, we see the flood plain, re-created in 1939 to sustain the migrating birds.  Our first vision of the refuge is from the Visitor Center overlooking the lakes filled with as many as 100,000 Snow Geese.  The white wings cover the lake creating the illusion of snow on the water. At moments, the birds rise as one and fill the air with the sounds of thousands of wings.  The adventure begins.

Inclusions: TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Bottled water, Snacks, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

9. Traveling to Ancient Native Sites: The beauty of the Pueblo of Acoma

Old Town, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA Corn Maiden Tours

Acoma Pueblo is considered to be one of longest inhabited places in North America. The stunning old Pueblo, Sky City, lies atop a sheer-sided mesa 367 ft. (111 m) above the valley floor. October to April tours to the top are on Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. April through September tours to the top are available daily

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Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

10. New Mexico Mines, Wild West Towns and Turquoise Trail Tour from Albuquerque

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The historic Turquoise Trail, a National Scenic Byway between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, is synonymous with Native American spirituality, Spanish explorers, adventurous mining, and brave pioneers. The blue-green turquoise, nationally recognized as a precious stone, was first mined by the early Pueblo people as early as 900 A.D. From the 1800s onward Spanish explorers, missionaries and prospectors followed the trail of the native American Indians already here. Today the National Scenic Byway is home to many modern day settlers and host to tens of thousands of visitors a year! The drive is approximately 50 miles along Highway 14. Enjoy breathtaking scenery while traveling back into history through the mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos. These small towns are now alive with art, crafts, museums and restaurants. Drive, gawk, walk, and eat on this trail of history!

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Reviewed By 708crystalg

Amy was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and peaceful. She led us through the wonderful tapestry of Chimayo and we were able to make the most of travel during the age of COVID. We were all vaxxed so that made the trip even more peaceful. One highlight was the restaurant - so good! I look forward to traveling with her in the future.

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