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Historic Trains of the Old West with Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

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Start and end in Denver
5.0 (58 reviews)
  • Vibrant hot air balloons floating in the sky.
  • Large bear-shaped hot air balloon in the air.
  • Colorful hot air balloons in the sky.
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  • Our impression of the tour was very favorable. We felt it followed the planned itinerary with no changes to the schedule.

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
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
    • Dinner at local restaurants with views of Mount Evans
    Landmarks
    Mount Evans
  3. Day 2

    Denver to Colorado Springs

    Denver to Colorado Springs
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

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

    Colorado Springs to Albuquerque

    Colorado Springs to Albuquerque
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

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

    Albuquerque

    Albuquerque
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

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

    Albuquerque to Santa Fe

    Albuquerque to Santa Fe
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Travel via Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
    • Museum of Indian Arts & Culture visit

    Optional Activities

    • Additional sightseeing in Santa Fe
    • Shopping in Santa Fe
    • Dining in Santa Fe
    Landmarks
    Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
  7. Day 6

    Santa Fe - Chimayo

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chimayo
    • Lunch at Rancho de Chimayo
    • Visit Santuario De Chimayo
    Landmarks
    Chimayo
    Santuario De Chimayo
    Rancho de Chimayo
  8. Day 7

    Santa Fe - Bandelier National Monument - Taos - Durango

    Santa Fe - Bandelier National Monument - Taos - Durango
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bandelier National Monument
    • Visit ancient Anasazi cliff dwellings
    • Bandelier National Monument museum visit
    • Visit adobe town of Taos

    Optional Activities

    • Browse shops on Main Street in Durango
    • Visit local breweries in Durango
    Landmarks
    Bandelier National Monument
    Taos
    Sangre de Cristo Mountains
  9. Day 8

    Durango - Mesa Verde National Park

    Durango - Mesa Verde National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mesa Verde National Park
    • See Spruce Tree House cliff dwelling
    • Visit Mesa Verde museum
    • View Cliff Palace vantage point
    • Guided tour of D&SNG Railway Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore 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 Glenwood Springs

    Durango to Glenwood Springs
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

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

    Glenwood Springs to Denver

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

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Colorado Rocky Mountains
    • Georgetown Loop Railroad scenic ride
    Landmarks
    Georgetown Loop Railroad
    Georgetown
    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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