October 2-6, 2008  (5 days)

ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA

$795

Join us for an exciting trip to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. For nine days in October, the New Mexico skies are painted as hundreds of balloons lift off from Albuquerque's Balloon Fiesta Park. Nothing rivals the power of Mass Ascension on crisp early mornings as these graceful giants leave the ground to take their place in the clear desert sky. You’ll marvel at the views at sunset as we enjoy dinner at the High Finance Restaurant atop Sandia Peak. You’ll be amazed as you watch the Mass Ascension of  700 hot-air balloons, all air-borne in the space of about an hour. You’ll be awe-struck as you walk among hundreds of balloons, lighted inside by their burners, during the evening “Glow”, turning the Park into a huge lighted Christmas tree of colorful balloons.  We’ll also visit Albuquerque’s Old Town and Old Town Santa Fe during our tour. Our hotel stays will be in Gallup, Albuquerque for two nights, and Flagstaff. There is considerable walking on uneven ground on this tour. Sign up early for this one with just $25 deposit.

   Included:  Luxury transportation, lodging, all admissions, 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners.

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