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Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

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  • Vibrant hot air balloons floating in the sky.
  • Large bear-shaped hot air balloon in the air.
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  • They did this without sacrificing any of our other planned activities or stops. Without their thoughtfulness and enginuity, our trip would not have been complete.

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Denver

    Denver

    Optional Activities

    • Explore LoDo (Lower Downtown) restaurants and venues
    • Watch sunset over Mount Evans
    Landmarks
    Mount Evans
    LoDo (Lower Downtown)
  3. Day 2

    Denver to Colorado Springs

    Denver to Colorado Springs
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Royal Gorge
    • Royal Gorge Route Railroad train ride through canyon
    Landmarks
    Royal Gorge
    Arkansas River
  4. Day 3

    Colorado Springs to Albuquerque

    Colorado Springs to Albuquerque
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Garden of the Gods Park exploration
    Landmarks
    Garden of the Gods Park
    Pikes Peak
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  5. Day 4

    Albuquerque

    Albuquerque
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Opening Ceremonies of Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
    • Mass Balloon Ascension
    • Old Town Albuquerque exploration
    • Balloon Glow and Fireworks show
    Landmarks
    Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Park
    Old Town Albuquerque
  6. Day 5

    Albuquerque to Santa Fe

    Albuquerque to Santa Fe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Museum of Indian Arts & Culture visit

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Santa Fe art galleries
    • Shopping in Santa Fe
    • Dining in Santa Fe
    Landmarks
    Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
    Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
  7. Day 6

    Santa Fe - Bandelier National Park - Taos

    Santa Fe - Bandelier National Park - Taos
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bandelier National Monument - ancient Anasazi Puebloan cliff dwellings and museum
    • Visit Taos adobe town with free time to discover downtown

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Santa Fe on your own upon return
    Landmarks
    Bandelier National Monument
    Taos
    Sangre de Cristo Mountains
  8. Day 7

    Santa Fe - Chimayo - Durango

    Santa Fe - Chimayo - Durango
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (New Mexican cuisine at Rancho de Chimayo in a century-old adobe home)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chimayo - historic 17th century Spanish settlement
    • Lunch at Rancho de Chimayo in century-old adobe home with New Mexican cuisine
    • Explore Santuario De Chimayo and learn about healing pilgrimage traditions

    Optional Activities

    • Browse shops on Durango Main Street
    • Visit local breweries in Durango
    Landmarks
    Chimayo
    Santuario De Chimayo
    Rancho de Chimayo
    Durango
    Durango Main Street
  9. Day 8

    Durango to Mesa Verde National Park and return

    Durango to Mesa Verde National Park and return
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Mesa Verde National Park visit
    • Spruce Tree House visit
    • Cliff Palace viewing
    • D&SNG Railway Museum guided tour

    Optional Activities

    • Free time exploring D&SNG Railway Museum exhibits and model train layout
    Landmarks
    Mesa Verde National Park
    Spruce Tree House
    Cliff Palace
    D&SNG Railway Museum
  10. Day 9

    Durango to Silverton to Glenwood Springs

    Durango to Silverton to Glenwood Springs
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad scenic train ride
    Landmarks
    Durango & Silverton Narrow-Gauge Railroad
    San Juan National Forest
    Rio de las Animas Canyon
    Silverton
    Hotel Colorado
  11. Day 10

    Glenwood Springs to Georgetown to Denver

    Glenwood Springs to Georgetown to Denver
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner hosted by Tour Director)

    Included Activities

    • Georgetown Loop Railroad scenic train ride
    Landmarks
    Georgetown Loop Railroad
    Clear Creek Canyon
  12. Day 11

    Denver

    Denver
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Additional nights in Denver (available for purchase)

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  • Eugene5.0•October 2022
    Our impression of the tour was very favorable. We felt it followed the planned itinerary with no changes to the...
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  • Mary5.0•October 2022
    Bruce went above the call of duty to arrange a second trip to see the balloons launch. We would not have known what...
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  • Marian5.0•October 2022
    Our tour guide, Jason Capalongo, was extremely thoughtful and went the extra mile to make our trip a success. He...
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  • Linda5.0•October 2022
    Great itinerary and tour guide
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  • Alberta5.0•October 2022
    Our tour guide, Jason Cap, was very personable and knowledgeable. He went over and above to insure all his travelers...
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  • Augustine5.0•October 2022
    Our Tour Guide, Jason was excellent!!
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  • Polly5.0•October 2022
    Our tour of the Historic Trains of the West and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta was excellent. Our Tour Director,...
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  • Jim5.0•October 2022
    Very pleased with the tour.
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  • Vicki5.0•October 2022
    The tour was fast-paced and hit the high points at each stop.
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  • Ellen5.0•October 2022
    This is our 4th trip with Globus, and all of them have been great.
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