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Detailed Itinerary
Oct
7 - Thu:
Tucumcari,
New Mexico
Board
our spacious, video and restroom equipped motorcoach
bright and early for your venture to the Albuquerque
Balloon Fiesta. Continue west through Oklahoma and
Texas parallel to historic Route 66.
Welcome to New Mexico one of the most
enchanting and welcoming places in the world. The
state is called "The
Land of Enchantment" and
you will know why when you leave. Few places on earth
can effectively match the diverse range of attractions
found within the boundaries of New Mexico, including
the storied and diverse cultures, inspirational
landscapes, renowned museums and world famous cuisine.
Here, the past exists alongside the present in perfect
harmony. Overnight Tucumcari.
Oct
8 - Fri:
Santa
Fe, Albuquerque
After
breakfast we depart to Santa Fe. Santa
Fe,
a special place, established nearly 400 years ago,
where not only the spectacular mountain views and
historic adobe architecture set them apart, but where
its sophistication, beauty, history, and culture are
unparalleled. Condé Nast Traveler magazine has named
Santa Fe the second best city to visit in the United
States, just behind San Francisco. You will have time
to stroll the streets and shop the wonderful shops in
downtown. A local
step on guide will
share their knowledge about this enchanting city.
Afternoon departure to Albuquerque. We will head
straight to the "International
Balloon Fiesta",
the world's most photographed event, to see the Wells
Fargo Special Shape Glowdeo.
Overnight Albuquerque.
(B)
Oct
9 - Sat:
Sandia
Peak Aerial Tram
Balloons
are everywhere as about 1,000 balloons rise into the
early morning sky (Mass
Ascension).
This is an event you
won’t forget. Following we will enjoy a ride
up to the Sandia
Peak Aerial Tram;
the world’s longest aerial tramway transports you
above deep canyons and breathtaking terrain a distance
of 2.7 miles. See some of nature’s more
dramatic beauty unfold before you. The desert
skies produce a spectacular array of color, and your
vantage point from the observation deck atop 10,378
foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest affords
an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the Rio Grande
Valley and the Land of Enchantment. Located on
the eastern edge of Albuquerque in the Sandia
Foothills at the end of Tramway Road. Lunch
at the summit with
a spectacular view. Afternoon at you leisure to relax,
explore or shop. Tonight we return to the Balloon
Fiesta for the Night Magic Glow and a Fireworks Show.
Overnight Albuquerque. (B, L)
Oct
10 - Sun: Albuquerque - Amarillo
Morning
at your leisure. We start heading back east to
Amarillo after an early lunch. In Amarillo we’ll
enjoy a farewell
dinner at
the famous “Big Texan Steak Ranch” home of the
Free 72 oz. This restaurant has been featured in
countless TV shows, movies and magazines. HOWDY
Y’ALL and enjoy your dinner
at this legendary steak house.
Overnight Amarillo. (B, D)
Oct
11 - Mon:
Home
Return
home today with memories of the Albuquerque Balloon
Fiesta and Santa Fe.
Time to reminisce with your friends about the
experiences you’ve had, the grand sights you’ve
marveled and which Trump Tour you will take next. (B)
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