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Pioneer Adventures of the Old West 2010

An 8-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $1,525

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Starting Price:	$1,525
Tour Length:	8 Days
Countries Visited:	See Description

Book 6,10 or 12 months in advance save up to 10%
Young Travelers ages 5-17 save 10% off tours
Groups of 5 or more save 5%, 9+ one goes for free
Triple Room Discount available

More Information About This Tour:

Tour Type:

Escorted Tour

Tour Category:

Family

Tour Operator:

Trafalgar Tours

Tour Code:

TT-DCPA-0

Cities Visited:
Scottsdale, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park, Las Vegas

Howdy Partner! This tour is great for families - that''s why we call it a family experience! Montezuma''s Castle, the Grand canyon railway, Lake Powell - the kids will love it all while you enjoy the fact that Trafalgar takes care of everything for you! National Parks include Zion, Bryce Canyon and Grand Canyon.

Sightseeing Highlights

Montezuma Castle Visit the site of an ancientSinagua Indian cliff-dwelling.
Sedona Explore Dry Creek Basin on an exciting 4WDJeep adventure.
Flagstaff Visit the Lowell Observatory for anevening of stargazing.
Grand Canyon Railway Railway Travel to the GrandCanyon on the historic Grand Canyon Railway.
Grand Canyon National Park Stay inside the park, aUNESCO World Heritage Site.
Historic Cameron Trading Post Browse for NativeAmerican arts and crafts.
Kayenta Learn about the Navajo Code Talkers andtheir role during WWII.
Monument Valley Join a local guide for aninformative excursion by openair vehicles through this spectacularregion.
Zion National Park Explore the towering canyonwalls and massive rock formations aboard the park shuttle.
Bryce Canyon National Park Discover this whimsicallandscape; enjoy a Wild West evening, complete with a cowboy dinnerand rodeo entertainment.
Lake Powell Enjoy the lakefront resort''sfacilities at your leisure.

Dining Highlights

7 full breakfasts
1 three-course dinner
Special poolside pizza party dinner at Lake Powell
Farewell Dinner with drinks and rodeo entertainment in Bryce

10 included meals in total (see day by dayitinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms withprivate facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggagehandling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seatsand onboard restroom.
The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional TourDirectors.
Train journey aboard the historic Grand Canyon Railway fromWilliams to Grand Canyon National Park.
A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book withmap.
Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 8.

Day 1 - Arrive Phoenix - Scottsdale
Howdy partners! After landing at Phoenix International Airport,you''ll hitch a ride to your all-suite hotel in Scottsdale whereyou''ll meet your Tour Director this afternoon. Enjoy a refreshingdip in the hotel''s pool before gussying up for the 6:00pm Kick-offParty where you''ll spend some time jawin'' with your travelingbuddies.Hotel: Embassy Suites Phoenix - Scottsdale

Day 2 - Scottsdale - Sedona - Flagstaff
Today your Tour Director reveals a Hidden Treasure. A drive throughthe Sonoran Desert brings you to Montezuma Castle NationalMonument, one of the best preserved cliff dwellings in NorthAmerica. Take a minute to ponder the Sinagua Indians'' life here inthe desert before heading to Sedona, in spectacular "Red RockCountry." Climb into 4WD Jeeps for a rip-roarin'' ride intospectacular Dry Creek Basin. At the old Van Deren Cabin, learn whatit was really like to be a cowboy in the Old West. After a stunningdrive through Oak Creek Canyon, arrive in Flagstaff, a former Route66 outpost. This evening you''ll visit the Lowell Observatory, aNational Historic Landmark, where Pluto was discovered in 1930.Whether you and your family are casual stargazers or avidastronomers, you''ll love viewing infi nite and ever-changing skiesthrough the powerful observatory telescopes and learning more aboutour amazing galaxy. Truly, your first day here in the West has beenout of this world! (Full breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Radisson Woodlands Hotel

Day 3 - Flagstaff - Grand Canyon Railway - Grand Canyon NationalPark
Guard your wallets and purses! The infamous Cataract Creek Gang, aslowly a group of varmints that ever rode the range, has come totown to rob unsuspecting vacationers! Climbing aboard the historicGrand Canyon Railway, you''ll pass through majestic Ponderosa Pines,the high desert and the Kaibab National Forest while hearing talltales and folklore about the area. Keep your eye out for wildlife -it''s not uncommon to spot elk, mule-deer and pronghorn antelopesauntering about in this wild and woolly region. Nothing on earthcan prepare you for the Grand Canyon, one of the natural wonders ofthe world. To get your legs a-workin'', maybe hike the Bright AngelTrail or explore Grand Canyon Village. If you''re truly adventurous,take an optional helicopter or fixed-wing flight over the canyonfor once-in-a-lifetime, eagle-eye views. As the sun sets andshadows dance mysteriously in the Grand Canyon, join your TourDirector for an unforgettable walk along the rim. (Full breakfast) Hotel: National Park Lodges

Day 4 - Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - Lake Powell
Fred Grofé was so stunned by the spectacular beauty of thesunrise over the Grand Canyon, he composed his Grand Canyon Suitein 1931. But all you have to do is watch - and maybe whistle - inamazement as the skies glow and brighten with the coming day. Drivealong Desert View Drive, featuring jaw-dropping views of the GrandCanyon, before entering Navajo Country. Here you can poke aroundthe Historic Cameron Trading Post and hunt for a great piece ofSouthwest Native American art. Next stop: the Code Talkers Exhibitin Kayenta. Learn how the Navajos were one of America''s greatestsecret weapons in WWII and why GIs were ordered to protect the WindTalkers with their lives. You''ll also see why Monument Valley is afavorite location for movie directors like John Ford. Bouncingalong the valley floor in an open-air vehicle, you can just imagineJohn Wayne leading the U.S. Cavalry on a ride along the magnificentbuttes and mesas. Your exciting day ends at a lakeside resort atLake Powell. Now c''mon, partner, pull off your boots and haveyourself some fun at a poolside pizza party! (Full breakfast /Highlight dinner) Hotel: Lake Powell Resort

Day 5 - Lake Powell at leisure
Enjoy a free day to roam the range. Optional activities include afun float down one of the most beautiful stretches of the ColoradoRiver, a cruise on spectacular Lake Powell to Antelope Canyon withviews of Glen Canyon Dam or to Rainbow Bridge, one of the mostphotographed geological wonders in the American West. Or maybeyou''ll dive into some of the many aquatic activities at Lake PowellMarina - the choice is yours! (Full breakfast)

Day 6 - Lake Powell - Zion National Park - Bryce Canyon NationalPark (2 nights)
We reckon you''ll be awestruck by the towering cliffs and massivecanyon walls of Zion Canyon. Riding the park''s shuttle, marvel athow the Virgin River cut through the sandstone to create one ofMother Nature''s most stupendous wonders. Enjoy hiking? There''s aneasy trek to the Emerald Pools, where splendid views and beautifulwaterfalls will make the family happier than a crowd of cowpokes atchow time. There''s also a more strenuous hike to Angel''s Landing,which will prove rewarding when you gaze at amazing views of thecanyon. Leaving Zion, drive along the Mount Carmel Highway forspectacular views of Zion Canyon, the Great Arch of Zion and thedistinctive Checkerboard Mesa. Soon you''ll arrive at historicRuby''s Inn at Bryce Canyon for the last two nights of your WildWest adventure. (Full breakfast) Hotel: Ruby''s Inn

Day 7 - Bryce Canyon National Park sightseeing & at leisure
Exploring Bryce Canyon is like entering a weird and eerie world,with sandstone spires called hoodoos creating a landscape that is aplayground for the imagination. Explore the rim of a greatamphitheater stopping at various look-outs to snap pictures offairytale castles, wondrous cathedrals, meandering trails andsecret hideaways, all carved out of stone by Mother Nature. Thisafternoon you''re free to blaze your own trail. You might join anhonest-to-goodness genuine cowboy for a horseback ride throughBryce''s red-rock canyons or take an invigorating hike. Then put onyour cowboy boots and Stetsons for a Farewell Cowboy Dinner filledwith good food and good fun. Afterwards, mosey on over to the BryceCanyon Country Rodeo to watch bronco busters and cowboys test theirskills in the wildest competition to ever hit the West (MemorialDay to Labor Day). It''s an evening you won''t soon forget! (Fullbreakfast / Farewell dinner)

Day 8 - Bryce - Depart Las Vegas
Traveling down through the scenic Virgin River Gorge, make your wayinto southern Nevada and to fabulous Las Vegas, where youradventures in the great west come to an end. A complimentarytransfer takes you to Las Vegas International Airport, or if you''reextending your stay, to the tour hotel in Las Vegas. (Fullbreakfast)Please do not schedule any flights before 4.00pm

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Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land and air portion is made 07/06/10 – 08/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Companion airfare of $199 valid for second traveler when first traveler pays full airfare, including fuel surcharges and taxes (of up to $160) on exact same itinerary. Companion airfare to Cairo is $499 plus taxes. Not valid on tours to Israel or Morocco. Valid on British Airways on select service class only, and valid only on applicable US and European gateways. Taxes of up to $160 and fees are not included. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/taxesandfees for full details. Not valid with Early Payment Discount, 150AWS2010 or AWSBAAIR. Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land portion is made 07/06/10 – 07/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Not valid on City Breaks (including An English Christmas and Christmas in Paris) and Eastern Mediterranean tours. Not valid with Early Payment Discount or AWS199AIR. Promotion code is 150AWS2010. Subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for groups subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/aws for details. CST#2077132-20 Companion flies to Europe for only $199 on air-inclusive vacations! Each of Trafalgar's perfectly planned First Class Autumn, Winter and Spring itineraries are designed to reveal the wonders of Europe's extraordinary history and cultural heritage. They ensure that you will see, taste, hear and experience everything about a destination as you've always dream. And here's another special treat. As you lose yourself in the atmosphere of some of the world's most enchanting cities at a time when there are fewer crowds, you'll also save on average 30% when compared to taking the same vacation during the summer months. Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land and air portion is made 07/06/10 – 08/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Companion airfare of $199 valid for second traveler when first traveler pays full airfare, including fuel surcharges and taxes (of up to $160) on exact same itinerary. Companion airfare to Cairo is $499 plus taxes. Not valid on tours to Israel or Morocco. Valid on British Airways on select service class only, and valid only on applicable US and European gateways. Taxes of up to $160 and fees are not included. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/taxesandfees for full details. Not valid with Early Payment Discount, 150AWS2010 or AWSBAAIR. Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land portion is made 07/06/10 – 07/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Not valid on City Breaks (including An English Christmas and Christmas in Paris) and Eastern Mediterranean tours. Not valid with Early Payment Discount or AWS199AIR. Promotion code is 150AWS2010. Subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for groups subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/aws for details. CST#2077132-20 Click here to browse Trafalgar Autumn, Winter and Spring tours. Trafalgar Great Ways to Save Trafalgar offers great savings and discounts to help you stretch your money. Past passengers save 5% off of the land on most tour itineraries. There are also Early Payment Discount and Young Traveller Discounts just to name a few. The early bird catches the worm, so book now - pay early - and save money! The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour. The earlier you pay - the more you save! Below are our Early Payment Saving options: Pay (min) 12 months prior to departure Save up to 10% Pay (min) 10 months prior to departure Save up to 7.5% Pay (min) 6 months prior to departure Save up to 5% Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301. Travel with Family and Friend and Save! 5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends! 9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. Share a Room and Save!** When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.


Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
8/1/2010 - 8/8/2010	$1,525
8/15/2010 - 8/22/2010	$1,525
8/29/2010 - 9/5/2010	$1,525
9/5/2010 - 9/12/2010	$1,525

Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents 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.

Scottsdale
Grand Canyon
Lake Powell
Bryce Canyon National Park
Las Vegas

Save $300 per couple on Europe land vacations!

Discover the beauty and magic of Europe during Autumn, Winter and Spring with Trafalgar. From November through April, Europe takes on a unique radiance - Autumn's vast forest of trees adorned with rich red and burnt orange leaves, snow capped mountains in Winter and fields of vibrant color during Spring. It is the season for grand carnivals, opera and symphony, and the chance to experience a fairytale white Christmas with Magical light illuminations and all the trimmings of the festive season.

And here's another special treat. As you lose yourself in the atmosphere of some of the world's most enchanting cities at a time when there are fewer crowds, you'll also save on average 30% when compared to taking the same vacation during the summer months.

*Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land and air portion is made 07/06/10 – 08/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Companion airfare of $199 valid for second traveler when first traveler pays full airfare, including fuel surcharges and taxes (of up to $160) on exact same itinerary. Companion airfare to Cairo is $499 plus taxes. Not valid on tours to Israel or Morocco. Valid on British Airways on select service class only, and valid only on applicable US and European gateways. Taxes of up to $160 and fees are not included. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/taxesandfees for full details. Not valid with Early Payment Discount, 150AWS2010 or AWSBAAIR. **Valid on new 2010/2011 Autumn, Winter and Spring bookings when full payment on the land portion is made 07/06/10 – 07/13/10 for travel departed 10/21/10 – 04/03/11. Not valid on City Breaks (including An English Christmas and Christmas in Paris) and Eastern Mediterranean tours. Not valid with Early Payment Discount or AWS199AIR. Promotion code is 150AWS2010. Subject to availability and offers may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for groups subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. Visit www.trafalgartours.com/aws for details. CST#2077132-20

Companion flies to Europe for only $199 on air-inclusive vacations!

Each of Trafalgar's perfectly planned First Class Autumn, Winter and Spring itineraries are designed to reveal the wonders of Europe's extraordinary history and cultural heritage. They ensure that you will see, taste, hear and experience everything about a destination as you've always dream.

Click here to browse Trafalgar Autumn, Winter and Spring tours.

Trafalgar Great Ways to Save

Trafalgar offers great savings and discounts to help you stretch your money.

Past passengers save 5% off of the land on most tour itineraries.

There are also Early Payment Discount and Young Traveller Discounts just to name a few. The early bird catches the worm, so book now - pay early - and save money!

The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.

The earlier you pay - the more you save!

Below are our Early Payment Saving options:

Pay (min) 12 months prior to departure Save up to 10%

Pay (min) 10 months prior to departure Save up to 7.5%

Pay (min) 6 months prior to departure Save up to 5%

Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301.

Travel with Family and Friend and Save!

5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.

Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.

Share a Room and Save!

When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.

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