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A 5-Day tour starting from $1,209
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Vacation Overview Get ready to be amazed at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the largest ballooning event in the world and one of New Mexico’s most dazzling spectacles. There's time for a sightseeing tour, with visits to Albuquerque's Old Town, the International Balloon Museum, and the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, a fascinating museum and crafts market collectively run by the 19 New Mexico pueblos. During the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, experience the pre-dawn opening ceremonies and the unforgettable mass ascension of hundreds of hot-air balloons, where the sky transforms into a rainbow of colors. Then, enjoy a guided walking tour in Santa Fe, including the San Miguel Mission and Loretto Chapel's "Miracle Stairway," before returning to Albuquerque for a farewell celebration lunch. See the dramatic Balloon Glow, when all the balloons fire up their burners and light up at the same time, and After-Glow Fireworks Show. If you want to see the spectacular Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, this is the vacation for you! |
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Hotels Albuquerque Marriott (SF) Meals American breakfast daily (B); 1 special farewell lunch (L)
Day 1:
Arrive in Albuquerque. (Thu., Sep. 30) Welcome to Albuquerque! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. Day 2: Albuquerque. (Fri., Oct. 1) This morning, an Albuquerque sightseeing tour includes a visit to the Old Town and the INTERNATIONAL BALLOON MUSEUM, dedicated to the art, culture, science, history, sport, and spectacle of ballooning. The Balloon Museum features one of the finest collections of ballooning equipment and memorabilia in the world. Also visit the INDIAN PUEBLO CULTURAL CENTER, a fascinating museum and crafts market collectively run by the 19 New Mexico pueblos. Here you will learn about the history, background, and life of what now comprise the 19 pueblos of New Mexico. Afternoon at leisure to explore on your own. (B) Day 3: Albuquerque. (Sat., Oct. 2) Get ready for the world-famous Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta! Experience this morning’s pre-dawn OPENING CEREMONIES and the unforgettable MASS ASCENSION—where hundreds of hot air balloons take off and turn the sky into a virtual rainbow of colors, all of which are led by a balloon flying the American flag to the music of “The Star Spangled Banner.” What began as a gathering of 13 balloons 38 years ago has since turned into the largest ballooning event in the world, drawing entries from more than 28 different countries. The balance of the day is at leisure. This evening, you may opt to join an optional excursion up the Sandia Peak Tram—the world's longest aerial tramway—taking in breathtaking scenery along the way. At the top, enjoy dinner as you watch the sun set on the “Land of Enchantment.” (B) Day 4: Albuquerque. Excursion to Santa Fe. (Sun., Oct. 3) Journey north through dramatic landscapes to Santa Fe, the oldest seat of government in the United States. Experience this city up close as you embark on a guided WALKING TOUR, including the San Miguel Mission, the Palace of the Governors, the State Capitol, and LORETTO CHAPEL’S “Miracle Stairway.” After the tour, meet a local artist who gives you a personal tour of their studio. Enjoy a special farewell lunch before returning to Albuquerque and the Balloon Fiesta to catch the popular BALLOON GLOW, where all balloons fire up their burners and light up at the same time, and AFTER-GLOW FIREWORKS SHOW this evening. (B,L) Day 5: Albuquerque. (Mon., Oct. 4) The vacation ends this morning with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are provided. (B)
Related Tours AU|Combine with Routes of the Old West Price Details US Single Room Supplement: $432.Triple Room Reduction per person: $119.Extra nights per person in Albuquerque:in single room $240; in twin room $140; in triple room $108 CURRENT SPECIALS: Save $300 on any 2010 Europe Air Inclusive Vacation*
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April 22, 2010
Blue Danube to the Black Sea | View itinerary 14 days incl travel or 13 days from Vienna to Bucharest
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June 25, 2010
*Book a 2010 Europe Globus or Avalon River Cruise air-inclusive vacation to receive the $300 off per person offer. Europe Cruise-only bookings are eligible for the $150 off per person offer. Must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between January 6 and April 6, 2010 for travel through December 31, 2010. Offers not valid with one-another or any other offer other than Journeys Club member benefit. Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
**Book a select 2010 Europe Avalon Waterways River Cruise vacation to receive $500 off per person. Offer available on select dates of select cruises listed above. Jr. Suites excluded. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied anytime after February 3, 2010 for travel at select times in 2010. Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with any other offer other than Journeys Club member benefit. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
***Book a select 2010 Europe Avalon Waterways River Cruise vacation in order to waive the single supplement fee. Only five promotional staterooms available each departure. Offer available on select dates of select cruises listed above. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between November 18, 2009 and February 16, 2010 for travel at select times in 2010. Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with any other offer other than Journeys Club member benefit. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. Groups of 5, 6 or 7 traveling together - Save up to $700 on all Globus 2010 Vacations At Globus, we create guided vacations with just the right balance of included features and free time, place you in great hotels, and tell the stories within every journey that bring your destination to life.
Book a large party of 5, 6 or 7 travelers and save up to $700 off the land portion of the vacation price.*
Australia & New Zealand Vacations
*Book a 2010 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $100 off per person offer. Excludes Monograms pre/post cruise vacations. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between February 3 and April 6, 2010 for travel through December 31, 2010. Individuals must be traveling together to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club offers and applies to new 2010 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruise Departures* This is a special limited time river cruise offer! Take advantage of this extraordinary river cruise deal before it sails away!
Single travelers can waive the standard single supplement on these select river cruises.
5 days incl. travel, or 4 days from Vienna to Budapest April 24, 2010 & July 3, 2010
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14 days incl. travel, or 13 days from Vienna to Amsterdam July 19, 2010 14 days incl. travel, or 13 days from Paris to Amsterdam April 19, 2010 & August 9, 2010
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16 days incl. travel, or 15 days from Budapest to Amsterdam May 15, 2010, June 5, 2010, June 12, 2010, July 10, 2010 & August 7, 2010
16 days incl. travel, or 15 days from Amsterdam to Budapest June 19, 2010 & August 14, 2010
*Book a select 2010 Europe Globus River Cruise vacation in order to waive the single supplement fee. Only five promotional staterooms available each departure. Offer available on select dates of select cruises listed above. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between November 18, 2009 and April 6, 2010 for travel at select times in 2010. Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with any other offer other than Journeys Club member benefit. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus Tours
Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Pay less for your second vacation We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.
Triple room reduction On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.
Avoid the single room supplement We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!
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