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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

6 days
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Start and end in Albuquerque
4.8
138 traveler reviews
  • Numerous hot air balloons in the sky reflecting in a calm river.
  • Illuminated hot air balloons at night during a festival.
  • Dramatic hoodoos under a vibrant evening sky.
  • Man painting a traditional design on a craft item.
  • Mountain range illuminated by the setting sun cast over a town.
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  • Ancient Native American ruins with a cliff in the background.
  • Balloon festival with colorful hot air balloons in the sky
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Platinum Operator
Southwest Adventure Tours
Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions around the world
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 48
Ages 12+

Places You’ll See

  • Albuquerque
    Albuquerque
  • Santa Fe
    Santa Fe
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Highlights

  • Ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for stunning views
  • Explore the historic adobes of Taos Pueblo
  • Witness the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
  • Stroll through Santa Fe's historic Plaza
  • Visit the Turquoise Trail and ghost town of Madrid

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive Albuquerque
  2. Day 2 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta - Turquoise Museum - Old Town Albuquerque
  3. Day 3 Sandia Peak Tram - Pueblo Cultural Center - Evening Glow & Afterglow Fireworks Show
  4. Day 4 Turquoise Trail - Taos – High Road – Santa Fe
  5. Day 5 Santa Fe
  6. Day 6 Farewell
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Southwest Adventure Tours

4.8
(138 reviews)
This operator has the highest review ratings and fastest responses to enquiries

Number of tours

16

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

Response time

12 hours

Response rate

88%

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Customer Reviews

  • Peter
    · September 29th, 2025
    Cody was a very good guide, full of interesting information about the history of the areas we visited. He had a great sense of humour. Due to the nature of the areas we travelled to there was a lot of backtracking over the same territory to get to the next destination.
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  • Gary
    · September 17th, 2025
    We had an amazing tour. Our guide, Sarah, was incredibly knowledgeable and added so much to our experience. The only negative I would mention is that it is advertised as an eight day tour when 2 of the 8 days in the van are mostly driving. It’s really only a six day tour.
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  • Paula
    · September 14th, 2025
    Barbara Cox was fantastic!! She is so knowledgeable about the area’s she took us to. She’s a really cool lady that knows her “stuff” and shares it. I could not have asked for a better tour and time. I had THE BEST TIME!! Thank you Barbara!!!!
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    Alice

    Asked on August 1st, 2025

    Is a ride in a balloon included on the tour

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperator•Written August 2025

      There isn't a specific balloon ride included but there are options to add them on.

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    Trevor

    Asked on November 5th, 2023

    What is the single supplement for this tour?

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    • For any tour departing before December 9th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 9th, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Southwest Adventure Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Southwest Adventure Tours will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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