YPO Couples Retreat
Sample Adventure Itinerary
DAY 1
Airport Transfers and Check-In at Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa
PRIVATE SANTA FE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
Enjoy a private walking tour of the oldest capital city in the United States
-a memorable stroll through hundreds of years of history, beauty, culture
and conflict. Your group will be led by entertaining and informative guides
who will share the cultural impact of Santa Fe. The tour includes visits to
major downtown historic sites and pointers to popular restaurants, shops
and museums to enjoy during the group's stay. Depending on time, the
group may also visit the famous Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and experience several stops at other art galleries along the way to explore the wide
variety of art that helps make Santa Fe the third largest art market in the
United States. Staff at each gallery will present an insider's look into the
art and answer questions.
Estimated Cost: $50-$75 per person includes transportation, guided
walking tour, and entry fees.
Group Size: Minimum of 12
Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 3 hours
DAY 2
FULL GROUP ADVENTURES TO CHOOSE FROM
MOUNTAIN SCAVENGER HUNT
Your group will enjoy our unique and fun Mountain Scavenger Hunt with
global positioning satellite (GPS) technology at a scenic location in the
Sangre de Cristo Mountains. We add a new level of excitement to a group
outing by combining fun, physical activity and GPS technology. After being
briefed on how to use the technology and given coordinates for the first hunt
location, each team is given an advanced GPS device to search for hidden
spots. At the hidden locations, they unearth a clue and sometimes undertake
a challenge to help them find the next destination. This stimulating event
fosters group bonding, encourages problem solving and educates everyone
on a new generation of orienteering technology. A guide accompanies each
team on the course.
Estimated Cost: $110 per person includes guides, transportation, themed participation gift (typically an attractive pocket
compass/thermometer), snacks, and souvenir water bottle.
Group Size: Minimum of 20
Duration: Approximately 4-6 hours depending on lunch arrangements below
Outdoor Picnic Lunch or Southwestern Cooking Class at Hyde Park - Menu and pricing at this convenient and beautiful
park setting can be customized based on group’s preferences.
NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL ADVENTURE at PUYE CLIFFS
Native American Cultural Adventure at Puye Cliffs: For more than three
centuries beginning in the late 1100’s, Puye Cliffs was home to approximately
1500 Pueblo Indians who lived, farmed and hunted game there. These
inhabitants are ancestors of the present-day Santa Clara Pueblo people.
Knowledgeable native guides lead guests on an exploration of this recently
re-opened monument, including close-up examination of the enigmatic cliff
dwellings as well as the mesa complex, with anthropological interpretation.
This hiking adventure can be complemented with a Native Fiesta lunch,
Native dance performance and/or pottery demonstration.
Estimated Cost: $105 per person includes guided tour, transportation, entry
fees, snacks and beverages. Native lunch and “Native edu-tainment” such
as a dance performance and a pottery demonstration can be arranged at an
additional cost.
Group Size: Minimum of 20
Duration: Approximately 4-6 hours depending on lunch and “edu-tainment”
arrangements.
DAY 3 or AFTERNOONS
HORSEBACK RIDING at BISHOP’S LODGE
Guests climb aboard a friendly equine to experience the natural world at a
pace conducive to absorbing northern New Mexico’s spectacular alpine
scenery. Trail riding requires no previous experience, though skilled riders
will enjoy our outings every bit as much as novices. The stables at Bishop’s
Lodge stables show every guest a good time, with rides that make you feel
like you’re starring in your very own Western in the woods and mountains
of New Mexico.
Estimated Cost: $95 per person includes trail ride, snacks and beverages, and
souvenir water bottle.
Group Size: Minimum of 8 and maximum of 12 per trail ride
Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours
FLY FISHING AT PRIVATE RANCH
The serenity that comes from casting a fly on a clear mountain
stream is unbeatable on an angling outing. Northern New Mexico
boasts some of the most enjoyable fly-fishing in the Rockies.
Catch (and release) wild brown trout on private land along the
gorgeous Pecos River, east of Santa Fe, accompanied by
experienced guides who will take some of the mystery out of
landing a lunker.
Estimated Cost: $285 per angler includes one guide per 2-3
anglers, fishing on private land, transportation, rod/reel/waders,
snacks, beverages, souvenir water bottle, NM fishing license,
gourmet box lunch and gratuities.
Group Size: Minimum of 4
Duration: Approximately 7 hours
THE EQUUS EXPERIENCE
A Program of Self-Mastery, Team-Building and
Collaborative Leadership.
Your group must have The Equus Experience. A creative,
playful, yet remarkably powerful approach to leadership,
teambuilding, and personal and professional development
utilizing horses as consummate facilitators.
The Equus Experience helps you establish an unassailable
sense of clarity, authority, dominion, and power in your life
and work. Participants will:
• Learn the art of collaborative intelligence
• Use curiosity and creativity to enhance leadership development
• Ignite a sense of wonder that inspires the way we choose to live, love and work
• Discover clear, authentic ways to communicate that foster trust and collaboration
• Evoke inner wisdom, courage and creativity
• Gain increased self-understanding and acceptance
Estimated Cost: Half-day to two-day completely customizable programs from $235 to $800 per guest.
Group Size: 20-40 people, includes: Lunch, Snacks and Beverages and two trained facilitators.
Duration: From 4 hours for half-day to 7 hours each day.
VIP GOLF at the exclusive LAS CAMPANAS
Your group will experience one of these award-winning Jack Nicklaus
signature golf courses. Spectacular mountains and high desert
foothills frame the magnificent fairways and beautifully designed
putting surfaces.
Estimated Cost: $225 per guest includes transportation, greens fees,
gourmet box lunch and cart with set-up (golf balls, snacks, water, Gatorade).
Rental clubs are available at an additional cost of $65 per person.
Group Size: Minimum of 8
Duration: Approximately 6-7 hours
DAY 4 - OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE
Your balloon will gently lift off as you start on one of the most
memorable adventures of a lifetime! Your pilot will fly you through
the canyons and take you aloft to get a bird’s eye view of this
stunning high desert land of Las Barrancas (The Ravines). During
the flight, your pilot will demonstrate the operation of the aircraft and
possibly give a little flight instruction. As your balloon gently touches
down, the crew will be there to greet you with a complimentary
champagne toast and light brunch.
Estimated Cost: $295 per person includes transportation, flight
over scenic area north of Santa Fe, flight certificates, champagne
ceremony and light brunch.
Group Size: Minimum of 4
Duration: 6-8 hours
COUPLES MASSAGE at AWARD-WINNING SHÁNAH SPA
Discover a secluded natural retreat, just minutes from downtown Santa Fe’s
historic plaza — yet miles from ordinary. Nestled in the shadows of the
Sangre de Cristos, The Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa offers the
perfect balance of soothing luxury and exhilarating recreation in a
time-honored setting.
The word "SháNah" means "vitality and energy" in Navajo, and that’s
precisely what you’ll receive – no matter which treatment you choose.
Whether you seek stress management, extra vitality, or health and wellness,
the caring staff at this Santa Fe day spa strives to individualize each service
to suit your specific needs. Our therapists work in an environment that
enhances their healing energy, and, in turn, nourishes and deepens the
experience for our guests. These sessions are steeped in Native American
traditions, incorporating natural healing remedies, herbs, baths, and teas.
Estimated Cost: Couples Massage $125 per person
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Babysitting services available.
POKER and PIZZA
Poker and Pizza! Nuff said.
Group Size and Estimated Cost: TBD
WHITEWATER RAFTING
The most fun sections of the Rio Grande-including the adrenalineinducing class III Racecourse stretch-are within striking distance of
Santa Fe. The day begins with a scenic drive to the Racecourse put-in,
the launch point to experience one of America’s most impressive rivers,
from an awe-inspiring canyon to exciting rapids such as Souse Hole and
Big Rocks. Afterwards, guests will be rewarded with a gourmet lunch at
a scenic riverside location.
Estimated Cost: $125 per person includes rafting, snacks and
beverages, gourmet lunch, and souvenir water bottle.
Group Size: Minimum of 12
Duration: Approximately 6 hours
ROCK CLIMBING
Guests will begin their adventure with expert instruction learning
about the basics of rock climbing in the White Rock or Los Conchas
area. The group will then be guided and belayed on a variety of
exciting climbing routes (top-roping) in the area.
Estimated Cost: $135 per person includes transportation, guided
instruction, equipment, gourmet box lunch, snacks, beverages,
and souvenir water bottle.
Group Size: Minimum of 10
Duration: Approximately 7.5 hours
Other activity options include: Skeet Shooting, Mountain Biking,
Hiking, Tent Rocks Adventure and Llama Trekking.
THEMED EVENING EVENT IDEAS
• Private Wine Dinner at Las Fuentes Restaurant & Bar
• Sunset Dinner, Horseback Ride and Star Party at Resort
• “Artfeast” at Spectacular Art Gallery
• Western BBQ Dinner with Fireside Cowboy Songs atop the Mesa
CHECK-OUT AND AIRPORT TRANSFERS
YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE!
Thanks for reviewing this sample itinerary which can be
customized based on your YPO Group’s desires.
Please be aware that the estimated costs above are valid
until September 30, 2012 and do not include taxes.
Prices subject to change without notice.
We’re eager to finalize a very memorable, adventurous and fun
program for your YPOs Couple’s Retreat at the Bishop’s Lodge
Ranch Resort & Spa in Santa Fe!
Call our Sales Experts at 505.819.4026.