Day 3: (Wed, Oct 6): ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA/OLD ALBUQUERQUE SHOPPING/ SANTA FE, NM
After a very early breakfast at our hotel, we depart for the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. We have VIP tent passes and express buss parking on site! Watch the famous International Assencion take place as hundreds of balloons launch at dawn! What a spectacular site!
Lunch and free time (on your own) through history around Albuquerque's Old Town Plaza, the serene village that has been the focal point of community life since 1706. Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered. wrought iron and adobe benches beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll by. Visit historic San Felipe de Neri Church and relax in the Rose Garden. Shopping in Old Town is a truly delightful experience. Unique items from around the world, as well as those that are distinctly Southwestern, can be found in more than 100 shops, boutiques and galleries.
Depart for Santa Fe this afternoonArrive for three consecutive nights at our hotel. Dinner and a talk by local artist/historian is included this evening. Rest of evening is on your own.
Meals: (Continental Breakfast, Dinner) Hotel: Santa Fe, NM
Day 4: (Thu, Oct 7): SANTA FE CITY TOUR AND FREE TIME
This morning enjoy a walking tour of Santa Fe with our local guide. Visit the Chapel of Loreto. Legend says that to find a solution to the seating problem, the Sisters of the Chapel made a novena to St. Joseph, the patron saint of carpenters. On the ninth and final day of prayer, a man appeared at the Chapel with a donkey and a toolbox looking for work. Months later, the elegant circular staircase was completed, and the carpenter disappeared without pay or thanks. After searching for the man (an ad even ran in the local newspaper) and finding no trace of him, some concluded that he was St. Joseph himself, having come in answer to the sisters' prayers. The stairway's carpenter, whoever he was, built a magnificent structure. The design was innovative for the time and some of the design considerations still perplex experts today.
After your tour, you will have free time to explore the Old Square and visit museums.
Dinner is own your own to explore the many fine restaurants within walking distance to our hotel.
Meals: (Continental Breakfast) Hotel: Santa Fe, NM
Day 5: (Fri, Oct 8): SANTA FE TO TAOS AND BANDALIER NATIONAL PARK & NATIVE PUEBLO
Our motor coach departs for a day in Taos, NM. Lunch and free time on your own in Taos. This afternoon we will visit to the Bandolier National Park and a tour of an historic Pueblo Village. Meals: (Continental Breakfast, Dinner) Hotel: Santa Fe, NM
Day 6: (Sat, Oct 9): SANTA FE TO CARLSBAD, NM
We depart this morning for Carlsbad Caverns, the largest and most majestic underground cave in the US.
This cave is also friendly for those with walking issues.
Check in late this afternoon with dinner (on your own) near the hotel.
"Veteran's Week Salute & Christmas Show Extravaganza!"
November 7-13, 2010
(Sunday – Saturday) 7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS
YOUR INCREDIBLE PRICE INCLUDES:
Motorcoach transportation
6 nights lodging including
4 consecutive nights in Branson!
10 meals: 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Admission to 7 Fabulous Branson Shows! Including:
THE BRETT FAMILY CHRISTMAS SHOW
THE TWELVE IRISH TENORS
THE RED HOT & BLUE SHOW
THE SHOWBOAT BRANSON BELLE
THE BEST OF TONY ORLANDO
THE OSMOND BROTHERS
"MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS" SHOW AT THE SIGHT & SOUND® THEATRE and much more!
YOUR MOTORCOACH ITINERARY:
Day 1: (Nov 7) Board your spacious, video-equipped Motorcoach and set off for the "LiveMusic Show Capital of theWorld" - Branson, Missouri. This evening you’ll check into an en route hotel for a good night's rest.
Day 2: (Nov 8) Start your day with Breakfast before departing for Branson. Later,you'll enjoy Dinner and check into yourBranson area hotel for a 4 night stay. This evening, you'll visit the Lawrence Welk Resort Theatre to enjoy the Best of Tony Orlando and the Osmond Brothers in "A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION". Let the Ozark Mountain Holiday spirit take you away as they present their spectacular salute to the season!
Day 3: (Nov 9) After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will see THE TWELVE IRISH TENORS live in concert. This hugely talented group of Ireland’s finest singers are taking the concert world by storm as they perform their award winning show. From Opera to Pop, from Jazz to Classical, this show is a spine-tingling fabulous smash hit!Next you'll spend some time at the all new $420 million project, Branson Landing. This 95 acre site on Lake Taneycomo is a magnificent shopping and entertainment complex. This evening, you'll see "THE MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS" show at the Sight & Sound® Theatre. The Sight & Sound® Theatre will be grandly decorated with lights, greenery, Nativity scenes and a spectacular Christmas tree. All of the holiday finery is only a prelude to the thrilling story of Christmas.
Day 4: (Nov 10) After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will see THE RED HOT & BLUE SHOW. Go on a nostalgic musicaljourney through the decades from Ragtime to Rock-n-Roll! Next, depart for a visit to Grand Country Square andexperience Branson's hospitality in “Grand Ozark Tradition”. After Dinner, get ready for the fun because tonight you’ll experience THE HUGHES BROTHERS, with their incredible award-winning harmony, hilarious antics, energetic dance and lively instruments.
Day 5: (Nov 11) Today, after a Continental Breakfast, you'll start your day with the incredible BRETT FAMILY SINGERS. You are in for a real treat when you meet this fabulous family with their distinctive blend of talents. Next,visit Historic Downtown Branson, with old-fashioned charm, novelty shops, and restaurants. Later, you'll sitdown to a three-course meal onboard the famous SHOWBOAT BRANSON BELLE where you will be treated to aspectacular show as you cruise on the pristine waters of Table Rock Lake.
Day 6: (Nov 12) Have Breakfast before you depart Branson and head for the Precious Moments Park and Chapel.This evening, relax at your en route hotel.
Day 7: (Nov 13) After enjoying Breakfast, you'll depart for home… a time to chat with your friends about all the fun thingsyou've done, the great shows you've seen!
$749. DOUBLE $999. SINGLE
*Price per person, based on double occupancy
DEPOSIT: $200. Per Person is due by July 15, 2010
(Any remaining seats after this date may be sold on a space available basis)
FINAL PAYMENT is due September 1, 2010 (No Refunds after final payment date)
On this date we must pay our hotels, meals and entertainers under their no refund contracts.
Please take out trip insurance if you think you may need to cancel for any reason.
TOURS FOR 2010