Footprints of the Southwest with Balloon Fiesta 2009
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Footprints of the Southwest with Balloon Fiesta 2009 Whats Included
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Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2009
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Phoenix | Arrive Phoenix : Welcome to Phoenix! A complimentary transfer is provided to the Trafalgar hotel. The Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Reception at the hotel. Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Phoenix Metrocenter |
| Day 2 | Phoenix - Sedona | Phoenix - Sedona : Heading north, we travel through the enigmatic landscape of the upper Sonoran Desert dotted with the conspicuous saguaro cactus. We then enter breathtaking Red Rock Country and arrive at Sedona. The afternoon is yours to explore this charming community renowned for its art galleries, delightfully eclectic shops and spectacular setting. As the sun sets, marvel at the rock formations glowing in brilliant orange and red hues. (Full Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Radisson Poco Diablo Resort / Best Western Inn |
| Day 3 | Sedona - Grand Canyon National Park | Sedona - Grand Canyon National Park : We head north through spectacular Oak Creek Canyon climbing high onto the Kaibab Plateau. Now surrounded by Ponderosa pine forests, we continue towards the awesome Grand Canyon National Park, one of nature's greatest sights. Watch the colors change on the canyon walls as the sun sets. (Full Breakfast) Hotel: National Park Lodges |
| Day 4 | Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - Kayenta | Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - Kayenta : Spend the morning exploring the canyon and Canyon Village or take an optional flightseeing tour over the canyon. We then travel through the Navajo Reservation and on to one of America's most famous landscapes, Monument Valley Tribal Park. Here we join a local guide and explore this remote and remarkable landscape. (Full Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Hampton Inn |
| Day 5 | Kayenta - Mesa Verde National Park - Durango (2 nights) | Kayenta - Mesa Verde National Park - Durango (2 nights) : Explore Mesa Verde National Park, one of the best-preserved ancient Indian cliff dwellings in the Southwest. We stop at several of the park's most interesting features and have the opportunity to explore one of the sandstone dwellings built into the sides of the canyons. Then, as an option, enjoy a real American West experience as you ride atop or inside authentic horse-drawn stagecoaches into the scenic Weber Canyon for a sunset BBQ dinner with all the fixin's. Continue on to the cowboy town of Durango. (Full Breakfast) Hotel: Holiday Inn Durango(2 nights) |
| Day 6 | Durango - Silverton excursion | Durango - Silverton excursion : Today ride the Narrow Gauge Railroad (optional) or ride aboard the coach along the Million Dollar Highway. By train or by coach you end in the historic mining town of Silverton. Step 100 years back in time, as you explore the historic buildings, quaint art shops and learn of the colorful local history. (Full Breakfast) |
| Day 7 | Durango - Santa Fe (2 nights) | Durango - Santa Fe (2 nights) : We journey south through Indian Country and central New Mexico to Santa Fe, perhaps the greatest city in the Southwest and North America's oldest capital city. On arrival, join a private guided city tour by open air trolley and discover the historic highlights of this magical city. Dinner tonight is served at a local restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner) Hotel: Hilton Santa Fe Historic Plaza |
| Day 8 | Sante Fe at leisure | Sante Fe at leisure : The entire day is yours to do as you please. Explore the city further on your own, visit the museums on the Plaza, the Governor's Palace, the famous Loretto Chapel, or wander down the artist colony of Canyon Road. This afternoon, perhaps join our optional excursion to Taos - explore the historic plaza, join a native guide for a visit to Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Historic Monument, then end the day with a relaxing float trip down the Rio Grande River followed by dinner served by Pueblo Indian families. (Full Breakfast) |
| Day 9 | Santa Fe - Pecos National Historic Park - Albuquerque | Santa Fe - Pecos National Historic Park - Albuquerque : Visit Pecos National Historic Park and drive to Albuquerque. (Full Breakfast) Hotel: Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town / Nativo Lodge |
| Day 10 | Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta | Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta : Join the Mass Ascension and watch in awe as hundreds of colorful and unique-shaped balloons rise gloriously in the crisp autumn morning skies. Tonight, get ready for a real treat at the Balloon Glow. Just before dusk, the burners of hundreds of balloons are ignited and the evening sky fills with a kaleidoscope of brilliant, luminous colors that is truly magical. Top off the evening with the spectacular Afterglow Fireworks Show. (Full Breakfast) |
| Day 11 | Albuquerque - Petrified Forest - Flagstaff | Albuquerque - Petrified Forest - Flagstaff : Our first stop is at Acoma Pueblo Sky City, where we join a native guide for a tour of this unique village, the oldest continuously inhabited community in North America. We return to Arizona and stop at the Petrified Forest National Park, one of the world's largest and most colorful concentrations of petrified wood. Traveling through beautiful Ponderosa pine forests, we arrive in beautiful Flagstaff, a city with a strong Route 66 heritage. (Full Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Little America |
| Day 12 | Flagstaff- Depart Phoenix | Flagstaff- Depart Phoenix : Before breakfast, perhaps take a stroll along the resort's hiking trail through 500 breathtaking acres of private Ponderosa forest and mountain peaks. We then see Flagstaff's historic 1890's downtown before we return to Phoenix where a complimentary transfer is provided to the Phoenix International Airport and the Trafalgar hotel in Phoenix for passengers extending their stay. (Full Breakfast) Please do not schedule any flights before 3:00pm. |
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