ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA (AF2010)

A 5-Day Globus Tours tour starting from $1,209

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Tour Length: 5 Days
Countries Visited: United States
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Tour Category: SPECIAL EVENT
Tour Operator: Globus Tours
Tour Code: AF-2010
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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!

 

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)

 

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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.

 


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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

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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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