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Watch daylight appear above the Rio Grand Valley during a sunrise hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the first rays illuminate the rugged Sandia Mountains. Take in stunning aerial views and dip low enough to skim the Rio Grande, then rise back up above the desert landscape. Touch town after a 1-hour flight, and begin the day with sparkling wine before returning to your launch site.

Choosing our launch sights daily makes it a lot more likely your flight is successful. Ballooning is dependent upon the weather and having such a large radius we fly in gives us a much higher likelihood of having a slow soft landing. We offer private flights as well as group flights. We can accommodate almost any requests and we would be happy to do so.

Rather than wandering around alone, explore Albuquerque's Old Town in the company of someone who knows it best and can provide context. This small-group walking tour introduces you to the legends, lore and colorful characters of this historically rich neighborhood while taking you to all the most important landmarks.

Albuquerque is world renowned for its hot air balloon festival. Most visitors only watch balloons from the ground but this tour offers the chance to soar into the air yourself. In a small group of no more than five people, watch the sun rise as you fly over the Sandia Mountains and toast the experience with a glass of bubbly.

Learn all about turquoise during your time in the American Southwest with a visit to The Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque. Located in a modern 'castle' that is as interesting as the exhibits, the Turquoise Museum features a vast collection of turquoise jewelry and other pieces such as antique furniture. Take a self-guided tour with your admission ticket, or upgrade to include a Turquoise 101 class or a guided tour.

ABQ Trolley Co. operates the only open-air Trolley in Albuquerque! Our Best of ABQ City Tour is a fully-narrated journey through Albuquerque's past and present. Hop on-board to explore the sights, sounds, and stories that have made our city what it is today! There is a minimum attendance requirement of 6 guests per tour. Tours that do not meet our minimum attendance requirements (of 6 guests) are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. Our City Trolley Tours run from April-October.

See parts of Albuquerque that tour buses cannot reach, and cover more ground than is possible on foot. This bicycle tour introduces you to the nature and culture of Albuquerque. You'll explore some of the city’s best scenery, living cultures and unique eco-systems, and have a chance to dip your toes into the city's celebrated lifeline, the Rio Grande.

Albuquerque is famed for its hot air balloon festival, so there's no better place to take to the skies. Rather than crowding into a basket with strangers, enjoy a personalized experience with this private hot air balloon flight. You'll enjoy sunrise views as you float through the air and celebrate your experience with an included toast upon landing,

See Albuquerque’s historic spots and discover it’s history and legends, at your own pace, anytime, on this smart phone guided (GPS/APP) walking tour. On the tour you will see the old patio market, the San Felipe de Neri Church, a hidden chapel, the old trading post, the candy shop that dishes out Heisenberg blue the prop used on Breaking Bad, the Old Town Square, the outdoor conquistador’s statures, the hidden courtyard, and so much more. And I’ll share with you the history of Albuquerque, the native peoples, the legends and lore of rattle snakes and turquoise, the conquistadores, the settlers who founded the city, history of trade, and so much more. Go at your own pace and schedule. Feel free to pause the tour anytime to explore. The tour never expires.

Discover Albuquerque’s historical heart when you explore its Old Town—and learn about the city’s history of haunted encounters and other supernatural events—on this private walking tour. Meet your guide in the late afternoon and set off to discover centuries-old landmarks aplenty. As you go, your guide will share ghost stories from the city’s long history, designed to spook and amuse you in equal measure.

Booking a tour with us will add just the right amount of spooky to your evening. Whether you are from out of town or the city is your hometown, you'll learn about stories that many keep to themselves. We offer 60-minute walking tours, Haunted Pub Crawls, and even ultimate tours that take you to more locations with even darker pasts.

Watch sunset ignite the Rio Grande Valley on a hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the evening light transform the Sandia Mountains and desert landscape. Enjoy commentary from your pilot throughout the flight, and spot the region’s landmarks as you soar above the rugged terrain; dip low to skim the Rio Grande and capture unforgettable, aerial images of New Mexico’s largest city. Touch back down after a 1-hour flight, then linger over sparkling wine and snacks before returning to your launch site.

Chanel your inner detective for a scavenger hunt adventure through Old Town Albuquerque! Using any smartphone as a virtual guide, solve riddles and challenges to find a trail of clues scattered throughout the city. Work at your own pace, and track your progress against the scores of other teams for some friendly competition. Great for families, small groups and fans of ‘The Amazing Race.’ 

If you’re looking to get an introduction to Albuquerque through its history, but don’t want to join a large group tour, try booking this Albuquerque Old Town Private History Tour. A guide tells the city’s history through lore and legends as you stroll the streets and take in sights of Albuquerque’s Old Town highlights. Plus, since this is a private tour, it can be altered to suit your needs and wants.

Explore the history, heritage, and culture of Albuquerque on this private guided walking tour. Discover the some of the oldest buildings in the city, learn about the Spanish Colonial Period, walk around Old Town, and learn more about the area’s art, culture, and history at the Albuquerque Museum and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (both own expense).

If you’re looking to explore the food of New Mexico while in Albuquerque, this Albuquerque Old Town Food Tour is a great pick. Book now and reserve your spot on this fun tour that passes San Felipe de Neri Church and Capilla de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe on the way to eateries. Enjoy food and alcoholic beverages as your guide tells you about the history, culture, and food of the area.

Experience Albuquerque's oldest and most famous Ghost Walk, featured on the Travel Channel, Weird Travels, Breaking Bad, In Plain Sight, and The Dead Files. This fun and informative stroll takes you through Old Town's historic streets to hear the eyewitness accounts of hauntings and spirits. Our masterful storytellers give a family-friendly mix of chills and chuckles for an entertaining, thrilling, and memorable time in Albuquerque's historic center.

It isn't uncommon for people to fly just one time in a hot air balloon. Why not make it an exclusive experience for a memorable, peaceful and intimate flight? This makes a perfect gift for all sorts of celebrations and milestones such as anniversaries, birthdays and engagements. Expect a beautiful float along the Rio Grande river with views of wildlife and the Bosque (cottonwood forest) as well as a majestic sunrise over the Sandia Mountains.

Join the only tour of Albuquerque's Old Town that highlights its intriguing history and unique art galleries. The area has plenty of both! Your local guide has extensive knowledge of the arts to provide an in-depth feel for the Albuquerque scene. You’ll also get a good dose of the area’s history and heritage. Meet local artists, visit the Albuquerque Museum, and enjoy a glass of local wine in the company of like-minded people.

Take your city exploration of Albuquerque to the next level with this app-led scavenger hunt from Wacky Walks. Discover the best of the city while completing challenges and finding objects around the city. You receive points for every task that you complete and you can compare your score to other teams across the country.

Step into the vibrant tapestry of Albuquerque on a journey that seamlessly weaves history, nature, and art. Start at Plaza Don Luis, feeling the pulse of the city’s rich Spanish legacy. Journey alongside the iconic Rio Grande, uncovering the hidden tales that nestle on its banks. Marvel at the poignant “La Jornada” sculptures, paying homage to the determination of early settlers. Let the Albuquerque Museum captivate you with stories from bygone eras and artistic masterpieces. Finally, find solace and reflection at the serene Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Led by our knowledgeable guides, this tour promises an enriching experience, placing you, the traveler, at the heart of Albuquerque’s narrative.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Who doesn't like to be intrigued and tantalized by the lure of the unknown? New Mexico has a reputation for the mysterious and bizarre and you will experience this first hand on the Albucreepy Ghost Walk: Taverns & Tales. Join us for an evening of ghost tales and local spirits (of the frosty kind) as we head out into the night. Featuring stops at Old Town watering holes (Nigh Noon Restaurant & Saloon, The Taproom at Old Town, and Outpost 1706). The 2-hour Ghost Walk will guide you through a mile long stretch of Albuquerque’s dark side, including historic and haunted sites. As you walk, your guide will reveal vivid accounts of Albuquerque's most popular ghosts and ghost stories as well as other strange mysteries along the way. Because we are visiting drinking establishments, guests must be 21 years of age with valid ID to attend (Please note that at least one establishment does not accept vertical ID's and you may not be allowed to enter the premises).