Explore the Wonders of the Past

From the remote jungles of Honduras to the pristine rivers of the American Southwest, our archaeological tours promise exciting adventure. Whether you like touring Maya temples or learning about North American rock art, you'll be sure to find a Conservancy tour that fits your interest. For more than 20 years, the Conservancy has conducted tours ranging in length from four days to two weeks. Expert guides always accompany our tours, providing unique insights about the places we visit. Tour regions include the American Midwest, Southeast, and Southwest, as well as Mexico and Central and South America.

 

tours

Here are a few of the exciting tours we're offering in the coming months.

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Yampa River
May 27 - June 3, 2012

On our 70-mile journey down the Yampa and Green Rivers, you'll visit remote archaeological sites, including Fremont culture rock art panels and prehistoric rock shelters.

Highlights of the Northern Plains
June 7 - 12, 2012

Beginning and ending in Bismarck, this new tour will explore some of the unique and fascinating historic places of the Northern Plains.

Peru
June 22 - July 6, 2012

From the golden tombs of the Moche on Peru's coastal plain, to the splendor of Cuzco and the magic of Machu Picchu high in the Andes, our tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure.

French and Indian War
September 8 - 15, 2012

Join us as we travel across New York and Pennsylvania to explore the rich history and archaeology of the French and Indian War. This epic struggle involving Native Americans, the English and French empires, and Colonial forces, was one of the first global conflicts and a defining moment in American history.

Best of the Southwest
September 22 - October 2, 2012

Experience the cultural and scenic diversity of the American Southwest. Our trip explores Native American cultures, both past and present, in New Mexico, Arizonao, and Colorado.

Oaxaca
October 26 - November 5, 2012

Join us in Oaxaca, Mexico during one of the most unusual festivals anywhere - the Day of the Dead. We'll also visit the vast ruins of the ancient Mixtecan and Zapotecan civilizations that lie just outside the city.