My friend and I had a great time with Justin. We did a 2-hr guided mountain bike tour as…read morebeginners, and he was super patient as we figured everything out. He made enough stops to check in with us to see how we were doing while still feeling the burn. Justin was very personable, took some photos of us to capture the moments, and pointed out various landmarks and native foliage. Communication for scheduling was very easy--response time was within a few hours of filling out their online form. Will definitely do this again next time we visit.

Justin was very easy to communicate with ! We had to cancel…read morea ride due to rain and rescheduling was easy. When we did meet up Justin was very friendly and fun to ride with! He was just what I wanted , getting the most fun out of unfamiliar trails. I would highly recommend Justin.

We had the best time. Because we wanted to birdwatch and had time constraint issues, Sue…read morecustomized a tour for us. George took us up to an nature preserve (forgot the name) and the Audubon Center just north of Santa Fe. His knowledge of plants and animals extant in the area was amazing. Both Sue and George are such charming people. We had the best time ever.

I can't say enough about this amazing couple. We had an incredible hiking adventure with Georges…read more His energy is unparalleled. The hike was breathtaking, and George's' passion for nature and history added so much to our experience. He's amazing!! Sue is absolutely lovely and seamlessly organized everything. Thank you both so very much! Scotty, Ted and Mary Scott Brisson

We are local to Albuquerque and stumbled upon Routes Bicycle Tours in our newly purchased adventure…read morebox. We had a great time with Heidi who was a great tour guide. We took the Bike and Tacos tour. We went to three places we had never been to for tacos and they were all exceptional. A short ride along the Bosque trail is always a great ride. We opted to upgrade to e-bikes to try them out before buying. They were top quality and made the 10 mile trip a breeze. I highly recommend this tour and Heidi our guide.

Great tours and really wonderful people! Super easy to rent a bike from these folks, and they make…read moresure you have everything you need to enjoy your ride.

Kip and Jay put together an amazing day of mountain biking! Pick up was right on time, and there…read morewas a dialed in dual sus Rocky Mountain ready to ride. But first a breakfast burrito, with green chile of course, at Kips spot. Full day of trail slaying followed, with trails that had a great mix of flowy loam and rocky tech. A beverage was much welcomed at the end of the day. Great experience, and totally worth every penny.

Jay and Kip took me on a fantastic shuttle ride through the Manzanito Mountains Trail System. We…read morebombed down I don't know how many hundreds of feet of elevation over 15 miles of sweet trail. Their knowledge of the trails came in handy as they frequently gave advice on what to expect in upcoming sections. And watching them negotiate tricky sections made it easy for me to do the same. We did from Oak Flat area to the Coyote Trailhead. The Manzanito Mountains trails are fantastic. Even if you think you know them, riding them as a shuttle with people who are knowledgeable and skilled is a whole new experience.

Two friends and I from San Francisco visited Albuquerque this past summer and were fortunate enough…read moreto have David and Jenny as our hosts. David took the three of us to a local bike shop to rent bikes for the day and led us on a fun adventure throughout Albuquerque. He was very knowledgeable about the town and the different bike routes that would be enjoyable. Our first stop was to a quaint and secluded breakfast spot where we sat in a nicely shaded garden and sipped our morning coffee before heading out to a local winery, Casa Rodena. The ride there was nicely paced and I got to enjoy all the views. I'm not an avid bike rider so I'm usually in the back of the pack, but I never felt rushed or left behind. We rode through a quiet part of town and I enjoyed seeing the traditional adobe style homes along the way. When we arrived at the winery, we did a few tastings and then bought a bottle of our favorite one and sat in the back patio. The winery itself is very nice and peaceful. We all had a great time just chatting and relaxing among the shaded trees. Lastly, David took us to Old Town where we had a chance to stroll the plaza and visit the merchants. My favorite site there was the Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel, which has a lot of character and charm. I had a great time exploring Albuquerque on bike and would definitely do it again. David was a great guide and made our trip very enjoyable and memorable. My friends and I felt well taken care of and couldn't have asked for a better host!

From the owner: Our bike tours cater to those looking to immerse themselves in the rich culture, food, and scenery…read morethat is New Mexico. Mission Statement: Our mission is to offer unique, inspiring, and sustainable vacations that promote personal health and support the communities in which we tour. We believe: the world is meant to be explored. By joining us on one of our tours, you will have the opportunity to experience your next destination, instead of just visiting it. vacations should truly be stress-free. That's why when you choose the Reserve and Relax package on one of our tours, no planning is necessary. Simply find a way to get to and from our tour, and the rest will be our job! our group tours allow mere acquaintances to form lasting bonds. that by sharing our local knowledge, you will find your vacation more memorable and satisfying. in giving back. For every participant on our tours, a portion of our proceeds is donated to the Esperanza Community Bike Shop, a local outreach program whose goals include teaching bicycle repair and safety to the greater Albuquerque area.

Tara and Fig are a blast! All the creative investment she has put into the hunt does make for an…read moreadventure. 9/10 a must do, however, I will encourage a small group, or at least make a go of it with more than two. This is a timed challenge. eat first, hit the restroom...this is not a lazy "I spy" stroll. Here, the synopsis does a great job of explanation. you're in for a mishmash of social interaction and experiment needing to get some history info clues from some locals and needing to find other visitors to the area, with some detective work and some creative expression. this is a couple hours of excited silliness, and it will take that, so plan your time. Gotta say, bravo to the Taos locals near the plaza. you will search, you will learn, you will silly. thank you Tara... till next time, when we can take on your Santa Fe edition!

This was unlike anything i have done before! The clues inspired creativity and connecting with…read moreothers along the way... I loved finding my spirit animal and felt challenged in a good way by doing a random act of kindness. It was great to do with my friend but I can also see how it would be awesome for larger groups. Tara told me she even designs speciality hunts for anniversaries, proposals etc., hmmm... i'm definitely up for a rematch at one of her other locations!

This info guide was fantastic all the people involved was super nice beging with Maria Johnson and…read moreNicole everyone was fantastic after a really bad experience with another hotel they guide us to The sage inn .we had a great time clean friendly professional it was our first vacation after COVID also everything they Recomended was fun and great Thanks to Thabo Jessie in the hotel .we will be back. Thank you Jimmy and Carmen

# Three Sisters & Me February 2017, Valentines Week. Our…read moretrip Sante Fe. When I came across (Maria's)Page "Santa Fe Selection." I read that she was a local and that she was willing to concierge my vacation to Sante Fe. I was in at any cost. I was surprised the price was so affordable. In fact with the discount cards she gave us paid for her service and saved us money. Her guidance saved us tons of time planning, and she confirmed reservations for everything we did. She was a pleasure to work with and together we created an unforgettable authentic Sante Fe experience. Maria was quick to reply to calls or emails, she was always available to answer questions. She was genuinely concerned that everything she recommended was perfect and it was. I wish there was a Maria in every town I travel! Don't gruel over the internet and decisions about your trip, give Maria a call and start enjoying the process of planning your Santa Fe experience now. Guaranteed ease and great times.

We did the Historic Plaza Food Sip and Savor Tour. It included 4 stops; 2 with food and alcoholic…read morebeverage taste, 1 stop with champagne flight, and 1 stop with churro dessert. Lauren was outstanding host but the $179 per person plus expected tip is outrageous pricing and would have expected more value (food and drink or 5 versus 4 stops).

Probably the #1 advice I give fellow travelers is to do a food tour soon after arriving in a new…read morecity. You get some history, get a basic understanding of the lay of the land, and best of all... you get to eat. On our particular day we ate Italian, ice cream, tamales, amazing pozole and (I think) El Salvadoran food. Everything was delicious and in a couple of cases, a first for me! A huge shout out to our guide - I think her name was Lauren. She did an amazing job and went the extra mile to make sure that we returned to our hotel okay (we were having shuttle issues). She was funny, caring and informative. Besides that, also a chef so she knew what she was talking about! The tour was about $200 per person before tip. Don't forget to tip! I highly recommend this tour.

Santa Fe's one and only taxi company JUST closed their Cab Doors for any business. The is…read morePedicab's moment! Yes, you can get an Uber, but even with that, WHY? The air in Santa Fe is fabulous and one a 2 seated open air, human powered tricycle this is the only way to go. I stopped by one and struck up a conversation with 71 year old peddle/driver, Pete, by asking if Pedicab was hiring. Great guy, originally from the NYC area and transplanted to Santa Fe only one years ago. His knowledge of the area, rich history, and it's people was most impressive. We talked for roughly 20 minutes and his vim and vigor for life, health, and continued gathering of knowledge was inspiring. Imagine, 71, yes a former biker & runner, but able to a 21 geared tricycle with as much as 350-600 pounds of cargo is jaw dropping. Remember, when you accept a ride, please, generously tip these bubbly tourist driven enthusiasts.

I always see the Pedicabs in downtown San Diego riding around but had never once bothered to ride…read moreone. Well, I crossed that off my bucket list, while recently in Santa Fe, N.M. Once I checked out of my hotel, I needed to kill some time before I got on the Rail Runner train. I had seen a colorful Pedicab earlier when I took the city tour and it looked like fun. So after that tour and a visit to the Crepes Shop nearby, I was feeling pretty good but not like I wanted to hike all the way down to the Santa Fe Depot for the train. That's when I saw a blond guy sitting in a Pedicab parked in Santa Fe Plaza. I asked him how much he charged and it was one dollar per minute, That seemed affordable so I hopped on. Soon we were passing through the beautiful Plaza and on our way through the Railyard District. It was so nice taking in all the sights from an open air carriage. The driver was nice enough to stop while I admired and took pictures of a church with a lovely rose garden. Soon enough, we had arrived at the Depot and the ride was only $12. The driver had used his little step stool to help me get down and forget to take it when he left. So I called the Pedicab office and told them I was leaving his step stool with the Tourist Info office there. The gentleman did come back to fetch his step stool. This company does an excellent job, hire wholesome, honest-looking drivers and give visitors a fresh air way of enjoying the sights. According to their website, they also do "tours of Canyon Road Galleries (many of the drivers are artists), the Railyard District, and tours of nightlife hotspots (some of the drivers specialize in nightlife). Tours can be of any length you choose." Santa Fe Pedicab operates from 9 am to 10 pm seven days a week from May to November. Call for a reservation or ask your concierge to make arrangements. Usually there is a Pedicab somewhere around the Plaza area, which is where I found mine. 5 YELP STARS for environmentally-friendly pedal power in beautiful Santa Fe.