22 days in New Mexico Itinerary

Explore Santa Fe's surroundings by going to Bandelier National Monument (in Los Alamos) and Cochiti Pueblo (Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument & Canyon Trail). There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Loretto Chapel, see the interesting displays at Museum of International Folk Art, admire the masterpieces at Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, and don't miss a visit to Meow Wolf Santa Fe.

To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Santa Fe trip planner.

Chennai, India to Santa Fe is an approximately 28-hour flight. You'll gain 12.5 hours traveling from Chennai to Santa Fe due to the time zone difference. In May, Santa Fe is cooler than Chennai - with highs of 26°C and lows of 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Taos.

Explore Taos' surroundings by going to Palisades Sill Official Scenic Historic Marker (in Eagle Nest), Vietnam Veterans Memorial (in Angel Fire) and Land of Enchantment Guides - Fly Fishing Trips (in Santa Fe). The adventure continues: snap pictures at Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, see the interesting displays at La Hacienda del los Martinez, make a trip to Taos Pueblo, and explore the world behind art at Millicent Rogers Museum.

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Traveling by car from Santa Fe to Taos takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, Taos is a bit cooler than Santa Fe - with highs of 22°C and lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Carlsbad.

Change things up with these side-trips from Carlsbad: Carlsbad Caverns National Park (Giant Dome, Big Room, &more).

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Traveling by car from Taos to Carlsbad takes 6 hours. While traveling from Taos, expect a bit warmer days and much warmer nights in Carlsbad, ranging from highs of 36°C to lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Alamogordo.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Apache Mission Church, brush up on your military savvy at White Sands Missle Range Museum, and then explore the striking landscape at White Sands National Monument. On the 24th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: cruise along State Route 244, then do a tasting at McGinn's PistachioLand, and then admire the majestic nature at Oliver Lee Memorial State Park.

To find where to stay, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Alamogordo day trip tool.

You can drive from Carlsbad to Alamogordo in 3 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Albuquerque.

Albuquerque is known for museums, historic sites, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, get to know the fascinating history of Albuquerque Old Town, engage your brain at Explora Science Center and Children's Museum, and get to know the resident critters at ABQ BioPark Zoo.

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Drive from Alamogordo to Albuquerque in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight; or take a bus. Traveling from Alamogordo in May, expect nights in Albuquerque to be about the same, around 12°C, while days are little chillier, around 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Jemez Springs.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Mon): take a memorable drive along Jemez Trail National Scenic Byway, identify plant and animal life at Valles Caldera National Preserve, and then get impressive views of Jemez Mountains.

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Drive from Albuquerque to Jemez Springs in 1.5 hours. Traveling from Albuquerque in May, expect Jemez Springs to be a bit cooler, temps between 22°C and 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can travel back home.