End your day with a visit to Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado, known for its well-preserved Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings, offering a glimpse into ancient history.
Drive southwest on US-160 for about 4 hours to reach Mesa Verde National Park.
Continue your journey to the Grand Canyon in Arizona and spend the night stargazing at one of the darkest skies in the country, marveling at the beauty of the universe.
Drive south on US-191 for about 4 hours to reach the Grand Canyon.