The Modified High Adventure tour blends regional exploration and excitement with a flexible, comfortable pace. Scouts enjoy a relaxed arrival in Albuquerque with time to unwind before diving into a day of adventure that includes Santa Fe’s historic charm, a Native American-guided hike at Puye Cliffs, and rafting the Rio Grande. It's an ideal balance of culture, fun, and readiness for the journey ahead—without the early arrival rush.
Arrive by 5 PM to begin your stay in Albuquerque! Welcome to New Mexico!
Pick up at the Albuquerque International Airport and transport to the hotel. Get your custom Blue Sky Adventures water bottle!
Check in at the hotel where there’s lots to do (pool, gift shop, computer center, fitness center, ping pong, and basketball).
Spend the afternoon poolside or play board games, ping-pong or basketball with your crew and other Scouts from all over the country--this is some Scout trip!
To give you maximum flexibility on your arrival day, we will provide $15 cash per person for your group to have dinner at your own pace. Choose from Chipotle, Five Guys, Jimmy Johns, Blaze Pizza or any number of other restaurants nearby. All within a 5 minute walk of the hotel!
Enjoy some free time! Walk to the movie theatre, Dave & Busters, or pick up any last minute items you need for the trail. This is a terrific location!
Hot, all you can eat full breakfast buffet - eggs, sausage, fresh fruit and more!
Walking tour of Santa Fe, the second oldest city in the US. See the historic State Capitol, Santa Fe Plaza and the Santa Fe Trail Journeys End memorial.
Experience Native American culture first hand as you climb up the ancient trails of Puye Cliffs and visit the 900 year old ruins at the top of the mesa. Led by a Native American guide this is a truly unique and hands on experience!
Box lunch at scenic Puye on the porch of the historic Harvey House.
Hold on tight for whitewater rafting on the “Racecourse” section of the Rio Grande River! Conditions permitting, scouts will raft in one and two-man rubber “fun yaks”!
After rafting it’s time for snacks and cold drinks for all!
Dinner! A Scout is Hungry!
Return to hotel in Albuquerque where the fun doesn’t stop!
Spend the evening poolside or play board games, pingpong or basketball with your crew and other Scouts from all over the country--this is some Scout trip!
Hot, all you can eat full breakfast buffet - eggs, sausage, fresh fruit and more!
Review your homebound departure day pick up procedures and get your Blue Sky Adventures “give-a-ways and advisor tips” to make your trek even better.
All aboard the Blue Sky Express! You will be at Philmont by 10:00 AM.
Depart Philmont on the 7:30 AM Blue Sky Express. Exact departure time may change based on our transportation schedule. We will confirm exact time once your flight is finalized.
Arrive Albuquerque International by 11:30 AM. Departure flight must leave after 1 PM.
