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Vintage Trains of the Great Southwest

10 Days / 9 Nights - May 10 & 24 and September 13, 2009 - Guaranteed Departures

Ride the rails aboard three vintage trains on this ten day tour. End your journey with a two night stay at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Three Vintage Train Rides: Santa Fe Southern Railway Durango/Silverton Railway Verde Canyon Railroad
  • Gaming in Las Vegas
  • 9 Nights Accommodations
  • 9 Breakfasts
  • 2 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
  • Full Time Professional Guide
  • Motorcoach Transportation
  • All Admissions and Fees in Itinerary
  • Expert Local Guides
  • Baggage Handling
  • Gratuities for Included Meals

ITINERARY

Day 1
Arrive in Albuquerque
Today arrive in Albuquerque in time for an afternoon visit to the renowned Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Tonight’s dinner is at “Southwestern Style” at Garduno’s before we retire at our hotel the ClubHouse Inn & Suites.

Dinner
 
Day 2
Albuquerque & Santa Fe
After breakfast at our hotel we will embark on a guided tour of Albuquerque. Included will be a ride to the top of Sandia Peak aboard the Sandia Peak Tramway. Experience the drama of an 11,000 square mile panoramic view. Following lunch on your own we will head north to Santa Fe. We will check into the Comfort Inn for the next two nights. Dinner tonight is at the Blue Corn Café.

Breakfast
Dinner
 
Day 3
Santa Fe & Northern New Mexico Touring
A deluxe continental breakfast will start our day before we board a vintage rail car of the Santa Fe Southern Railway. Sit back and enjoy a morning excursion through the northern New Mexico countryside. Lunch is included today. This afternoon includes a guided tour of Santa Fe, with admissions to the Palace of the Governors and the Mission of San Miguel. This evening is yours to enjoy.

Breakfast
Lunch
 
Day 4
Taos, New Mexico to Durango, Colorado
Following breakfast, we will continue to Taos New Mexico. During your ride through Taos you will immediately notice the Pueblo. This afternoon stop at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. The Bridge stands 650 feet high and is the second highest arch bridge in America. Tonight arrive in Durango, Colorado where we will check into The Quality Inn for the next two nights. Dinner is on your own.

Continental Breakfast
 
Day 5
Durango/Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
After a full American breakfast we will board the world famous Durango/Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Railroad buffs come here from around the world to ride this world famous train as it winds its way through the San Juan Region to Silverton. We will return to Durango for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast
Dinner
 
Day 6
Mesa Verde National Park to Flagstaff
Following breakfast, we will depart for Mesa Verde National Park. Mesa Verde offers an unparalleled opportunity to see and experience a unique cultural, physical landscape, and the most visited cliff dweller ruins. We will also stop at 4 Corners where you can stand in 4 states at one time. Arrive in Flagstaff for a two night stay at the La Quinta Inn & Suites. Dinner is included this evening.

Continental Breakfast
Dinner
 
Day 7
Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park to Flagstaff
After a continental breakfast we will have a full day trip from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park, including free time for exploring in Grand Canyon Village and sightseeing along the South Rim. Return to Flagstaff for a fun-filled dinner and show at Black Bart’s Steak House.

Continental Breakfast
Dinner
 
Day 8
Verde Canyon Railway & Las Vegas
After breakfast our first stop will be in the beautiful town of Sedona and the “Red Rocks”. We will them board the Verde Canyon Railway for our afternoon excursion with lunch. This afternoon continue on to Las Vegas for a two-night stay at the Four-Diamond rated Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino.

Breakfast
Lunch
 
Day 9
Touring Las Vegas
A full American breakfast at your hotel today. Guided morning tour of exciting Las Vegas, including a visit to the Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Gardens. Free afternoon for gaming and shopping. A “farewell” evening including dinner and entertainment followed by a “City Lights” tour of the famed “Strip”.

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Dinner
 
Day 10
Homeward Bound
Full American breakfast at our hotel. Transfer to McCarran Int’l Airport for homeward-bound flight.

Breakfast

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  Twin/Double Triple Quad Single
US$ $1995 Call Call $2559

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