Trafalgar > Footprints of the Southwest with Balloon Fiesta 2009

Footprints of the Southwest with Balloon Fiesta 2009
11 Days starting from $2,350

Countries Visited:
United States

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Length: 11 Days
Type: First Class Usa & Canada 2009
Category: Discovery
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: TT-DFSB-2009
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Phoenix, Sedona, Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde, Santa Fe, Albuquerque

Travel through the enigmatic landscape of the Southwest and experience the Grand Canyon at sunset, the cowboy town of Durango, and magical Santa Fe. Then, watch hundreds of unique, colorful balloons ascend during the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.
 
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Sedona Explore this artists'' retreat in spectacular Red Rock Country.
  • Grand Canyon Tour the scenic South Rim.
  • Monument Valley Take a private tour with a local guide.
  • Mesa Verde Explore this spectacular complex of best-preserved cliff dwellings.
  • Sante Fe See the sights and hear the history of Santa Fe aboard an open trolley.
  • Albuquerque Stroll through historic Old Albuquerque.
  • Acoma Pueblo Tour this amazing Indian Pueblo with one of its inhabitants.
  • Petrified Forest Drive through this spectacular stone forest.
  • Flagstaff See Flagstaff’s historic 1890’s downtown.
Dining Highlights
  • A welcome drink hosted by your Tour Director
  • 10 full breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinners
  • 1 specialty dinner at a local restaurant in Santa Fe
14 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s professional Tour Directors on tour.
  • Complimentary transfers on Day 1 from Phoenix International Airport to the Trafalgar hotel in Phoenix and on Day 11 from Flagstaff to Phoenix International Airport and the Trafalgar hotel in Phoenix.
  • Travel on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and restroom facilities.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, baggage handling fees (one suitcase per person) and local taxes.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
  • DAY 1 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 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 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 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)
    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 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) 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 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 Visit Pecos National Historic Park and drive to Albuquerque. (Full Breakfast)

    Hotel: Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town / Nativo Lodge


  • DAY 10 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 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 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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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
Touring Date
Land Only
Land + Air
Single
(Land Only)
Single
(Land + Air)
10/1/2009 - 10/11/2009
$2,350
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For earlier departures than listed below please contact Trafalgar or your Travel agent.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Phoenix
  • Sedona
  • Grand Canyon
  • Kayenta
  • Santa Fe
  • Durango
  • Albuquerque
  • Flagstaff
For earlier departures than listed below please contact Trafalgar or your Travel agent.
* For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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