• Day 1 - Arrive Phoenix Welcome to Phoenix! A complimentary transfer is provided to your Trafalgar hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. A Trafalgar representative is available at the hotel in the late afternoon to to answer questions and make dining suggestions.
  
  Hotel: Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe



• Day 2 - Phoenix – Tucson – San Carlos Today we depart for Mexico, stopping in Tucson for passengers joining here. Crossing the border at Nogales, we travel into the Sonoran Desert, stopping in the small town of Santa Ana for lunch. From here, our journey takes us through the modern city of Hermosillo, known for its cathedral and murals along the Government Palace. We arrive in time for sunset in San Carlos, located where the desert meets the Sea of Cortez. Relax at our oceanfront resort, located on the white sands of Algodones (Cotton) Beach. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: San Carlos Plaza Resort



• Day 3 - San Carlos – Sea of Cortez Cruise – Alamos This morning we visit a local cactus garden and learn more about these amazing desert plants. Then we board a private boat for a scenic cruise on the Sea of Cortez. View a variety of local marine life and learn about their habitat. After lunch at a waterfront restaurant, we travel south through the rich farmlands of Obregon City to the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains and the colonial city of Alamos. Designated as a national monument, the city''s cobblestone streets are lined with Colonial and Spanish buildings. Take in the local culture at dinner with a colorful folkloric show. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Casa de los Tesoros



• Day 4 - Alamos – El Fuerte Alamos'' colonial history is brought to life on this morning''s walking tour, led by a local guide. Visit some of the restored mansions built when Alamos'' silver mines were some of the richest in the world. We also have the chance to meet the local Mayo Indians and learn about their language, culture and customs. After lunch our journey takes us from the desert into the tropical state of Sinaloa and the town of
  El Fuerte de Montesclaros, founded in 1564. Our home for the night is the charming Torres del Fuerte, a restored colonial mansion. Relax in the hotel''s beautiful tropical gardens before this evening''s presentation of local traditional dances followed by a delicious dinner. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Torres del Fuerte



• Day 5 - El Fuerte – Copper Canyon – Posada Barrancas (2 nights) This morning we board our private rail car and start our journey on the "Train in the Sky" into Mexico''s Copper Canyon. Taking almost 100 years to build in this rugged terrain, the rail line was originally intended as a trade route from the US Midwest to the Pacific. We travel from sea level to 7,500 ft in less than 150 miles, passing through tunnels and over spectacular bridges. The journey takes us along the precipitous Septentrion and Urique Canyons into the heart of the Copper Canyon, over four times as large as Arizona''s Grand Canyon. Disembark the train in Posada Barrancas, our home for the next two nights. Our castle-like hotel offers charming rooms with fireplaces. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Mansion Tarahumara



• Day 6 - Copper Canyon sightseeing We spend the entire day exploring this dramatic area, one of the last undiscovered treasures of North America. Learn more about the geological forces that created the seven individual canyons, collectively known as the Copper Canyon. A highlight today is the opportunity to spend time with the local Tarahumara Indians, a semi-nomadic tribe whose ancestors have lived in the canyon''s caves for thousands of years. Learn first hand about their traditions and culture. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 7 - Copper Canyon – Casas Grandes This morning, we transfer to Creel via Oteros Canyon. We enjoy lunch en route before descending from the high elevation of the "Barrancas del Cobre" into the Chihuahuan Desert and the city of Casas Grandes. This evening, we get together with our fellow traveling companions for a farewell dinner. (Full Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Hotel Hacienda



• Day 8 - Casas Grandes – Paquime – Phoenix/Tempe This morning we visit the archeological site of Paquime, a remnant of the great Chichimeca civilization. This site was once a meeting place for the Northern indigenous cultures and the advanced Mesoamericans of the south. Many of the ancient dwellings and pyramids have been excavated and can be explored. We continue across the Chihuahuan Desert back into the US and stop in Tucson before arriving back in Phoenix late this afternoon. (Full Breakfast / Lunch)
  
  Hotel: Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel Tempe 



• Day 9 - Depart Phoenix Your morning is at leisure until hotel check-out time. A complimentary transfer is provided to Phoenix International Airport. (Full Breakfast)
  
  

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Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons. For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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Save $200 or $300 per couple on these select Europe tours

Save $300 per couple ($150 per person) on these Europe tours when you purchase airfare through Trafalgar OR

Save $200 per couple ($100 per person) on these Europe tours if airfare is not purchased through Trafalgar:

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Best of Holland 8 days

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Best of Switzerland 9 days

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Wonders of St. Petersburg, Novgorod & Moscow 9 days

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Dalmatian Sunshine 10 days

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Sound of Music 10 days

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Best of Norway 10 days

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Best of Holland, Belgium & Luxembourg 11 days

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Imperial Europe 11 days

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Heart of Europe 12 days

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European Icons 13 days

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Best of Germany 13 days

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Scandinavian Discovery & St. Petersburg 13 days

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Switzerland & Austria 14 days

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Bohemian Highlights 15 days

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Best of Germany & Austria 15 days

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The Grand Alpine Tour 16 days

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Scenic Scandinavia & Its Fjords 16 days

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Best of Finland, Russia & The Baltic States 16 days

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Austria, Croatia & Hungary 17 days

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Highlights of Eastern Europe 18 days

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Scandinavia, Russia & Estonia 20 days

Save $300 per couple ($150 per person) on the select Europe tours when airfare is purchased through Trafalgar. Offers valid on new reservations made for 2008 departures when booked and deposited April 1 – May 30, 2008. Promotion code must be mentioned at time of booking to qualify for savings. Offers are combinable with Trafalgar brochure discounts as per brochure conditions. Offers subject to availability, are not valid on groups, cannot be booked online and can be withdrawn at any time. Conditions and restrictions apply.

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.