10 days in New Mexico Itinerary

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

On the 1st (Tue), indulge your thirst for a good beer at Bombs Away Beer Co.. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society, engage your brain at Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Felipe de Neri Church, and finally grab your bike and head to Corrales Bosque.

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Orlando to Albuquerque is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Orlando to Albuquerque. When traveling from Orlando in October, plan for a bit cooler days and colder nights in Albuquerque: temperatures range from 73°F by day to 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Santa Fe.

Santa Fe continuously ranks among the world's top holiday destinations, attracting visitors with its unusual combination of scenic beauty, rich history, cultural diversity, and high concentration of performing arts venues, fine restaurants, and interesting attractions.

On the 3rd (Thu), shop like a local with Nedra Matteucci Galleries, admire the natural beauty at Absolute Nirvana Spa & Gardens, then take in the dramatic natural features at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Santa Fe Cathedral Park and Monument. On your second day here, awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, then shop like a local with Andrew Smith Gallery, Inc., then take in the exciting artwork at Keshi, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi.

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Getting from Albuquerque to Santa Fe by bus takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Albuquerque in October since evenings lows in Santa Fe dip to 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can drive to Taos.

Many residents have shunned fast-paced city living for Taos's laid-back vibe and blend of Spanish, Native American, and Anglo cultures.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): snap pictures at Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, browse the exhibits of Vietnam Veterans Memorial, then make a trip to Palisades Sill Official Scenic Historic Marker, and finally identify plant and animal life at Wild Rivers Recreation Area. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sun): trek along Mallette Park Nature Trail, then trek along Middlefork Lake, and then look for gifts at Francesca's Clothing Boutique.

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Getting from Santa Fe to Taos by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Santa Fe in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 33°F in Taos. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can travel to Carlsbad.

Carlsbad is a city in and the county seat of Eddy County, New Mexico, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Carlsbad Caverns National Park (Carlsbad Caverns Natural Entrance Tour, Big Room, & more). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Carlsbad Museum and Art Center.

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You can drive from Taos to Carlsbad in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. Traveling from Taos in October, things will get somewhat warmer in Carlsbad: highs are around 80°F and lows about 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.