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Sightseeing ToursANCC is happy to connect Magnet Conference attendee’s with Show Me Arizona, a professional destination company offering excursions in the Phoenix area both before and after the 2010 Conference. We hope you will have the opportunity to extend your stay and enjoy these unique experiences. Brief descriptions are below. To sign up, click here Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum Tour Monday, October 11, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Mountain Time) Our first stop is the Heard Museum, the Native American Cultural Center of the Southwest. You will receive a guided tour by a knowledgeable docent and have time to browse in the Gift Shop, the best spot in town to purchase authentic Native American crafts! The next stop on this Sojourn to the Southwest is the Desert Botanical Garden. You'll stroll along the winding paths as your guide tells tales of the Saguaro cactus, "jumping" cholla, etc. INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, guide throughout duration of tour, Docent guided tour of the Heard Museum, admission fees to Heard Museum and Desert Botanical Garden, souvenir booklet of Desert Botanical Garden, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable taxes and gratuity. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Flatwater Rafting Monday, October 11, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) Experience the desert from a different perspective as you take a relaxing and beautiful float trip on one of our spectacular rivers. The Lower Salt and Verde Rivers are a favorite foraging area for bald eagles, wild horses, coyote, mule deer, desert bighorn sheep and a wide variety of migratory bird species. INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, experienced river guide and float for 1.5 Hours, permits, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable insurance and taxes NOTES: Suggested attire is comfortable clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and shoes that can get wet (flip flops not recommended) River guide gratuity is additional and left to the discretion of the attendee. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Horseback Riding Monday, October 11, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) You will be paired with a horse ideally suited for your riding experience and hit the open trail to see the real West. Our western wranglers will take you past towering Saguaro cacti and the unique scenery of the Sonoran Desert. Anticipate the breathtaking desert landscape that lies over the next hill and you will experience the Southwest as the pioneers did before you! Suggested Attire: Long pants and closed toe shoes INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, 1.5 hour trail ride, wrangler guide on trail, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable taxes. NOTES: Suggested attire is long pants and closed toe shoes. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Soaring Monday, October 11, 2010 - 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) The Valley of the Sun affords the rare opportunity to ride the thermals high above the desert floor. You'll gradually ascend into the sky behind a tow plane. Then comes the exhilarating moment when you are released from the tow and experience an engineless glider flight. You can even fly the plane! Your pilot will familiarize you with your surroundings and educate you on the basic flying techniques. INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, introductory flight (20 minute duration), official glider pilots logbook, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable taxes. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION 4 - Wheel Desert Tour Monday, October 11, 2010 -12:30 PM - 4:30 PM (Mountain Time) The ultimate way to "sink your teeth" into the Sonoran desert! Your Cowboy or Native American Guide will entertain you as you learn the more modern “Wild West” history of the Arizona Territory, complete with stories of the outlaws, gunfighters, lawmen and range wars of this last-to-be-tamed territory. Once deep into the desert an experienced Naturalist will lead you on an extensive nature walk through the desert where you will learn about plants and cacti which are unique to this desert. INCLUDES: Four wheel drive vehicles, colorful driver guide, nature walk, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable taxes. NOTES: Suggested attire is closed toe shoes and sunglasses. Driver Gratuity is additional and left to the discretion of the passenger. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Grand Canyon Deluxe Tour Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Mountain Time) This ground and air tour features a spectacular aerial tour of the North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon plus a guided tour of the South Rim. The scenic flight to the canyon begins with deluxe transportation to Deer Valley Airport. Watch as the grandeur unfolds below when you fly over the mouth of the Grand Canyon. You will land at the Grand Canyon airport and board private transportation, which will take you to the Grand Canyon Village, located on the South Rim. Your veteran guide will acquaint you with the history and primary points of interest like Mather and Yavapai Points. Once in the Village, you will be treated to a buffet lunch and have some free time to explore on your own. Next stop, the airport, and you will depart in awe of one of the world’s most unique and beautiful creations. INCLUDES: Round trip transportation to/from Scottsdale airport, Chartered flight to the Grand Canyon, Knowledgeable guide to narrate throughout, Park entrance fee and two hour sightseeing tour of South Rim, Buffet lunch in the Grand Canyon National Park, all taxes, gratuities, and complete SMA Coordination. SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Please dress in layers and remember to bring a jacket. The average temperature at the Grand Canyon is typically 30 degrees cooler than the temperature in Phoenix. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Sedona Tour Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mountain Time) This full day tour takes you through some incredible terrain as you ascend into the high country of central Arizona. The first glimpse of "Red Rock Country" is spectacular and only gets better as you drive through this magnificent countryside. Your guide will identify the many famous "landmark" rock formations as you travel to Oak Creek Canyon and cruise alongside Oak Creek itself with towering cliffs and red rock rising skyward. Guests will enjoy a fabulous buffet lunch creek side underneath giant cotton wood trees. Plenty of time is available for shopping at Tlaquepaque, a Spanish style Arts & Crafts market place. INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, knowledgeable guide, time allotted for shopping, buffet lunch as described, bottled water on vehicle, all applicable taxes and gratuity. SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Please dress in layers and remember to bring a jacket. The average temperature in Sedona is typically cooler than the temperature in Phoenix. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION Grand Canyon Multi-Day Tour Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17, 2010 Visit one of the world’s most unique and beautiful creations with this deluxe tour. On your way to the Grand Canyon you will travel through Sedona and get a glimpse of the spectacular red rocks. After a brief city tour, you will enjoy a fabulous buffet lunch creek side underneath giant cotton wood trees. After you have fueled up with a hearty lunch you will continue on through Oak Creek Canyon on the way to Grand Canyon National Park. Once you arrive at the Grand Canyon you will have some free time on your own to explore the Grand Canyon’s Southern Rim. As the sun sets on the Grand Canyon you will be transferred to your hotel to check in for the night, and also enjoy a nice dinner. The second day at the Grand Canyon will begin with breakfast at your hotel. Next is a guided tour of the South Rim on board your transportation. After the guided tour, you will be treated to lunch. Following lunch you will begin your return transfer to Phoenix, and you will depart in awe of one of the world's most unique and beautiful creations. INCLUDES: Round-trip transportation, knowledgeable guide to narrate throughout, park entrance fee and two hour sightseeing tour of South Rim, meals as described, hotel accommodation, all taxes and gratuities. SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Please dress in layers, and remember to bring a jacket. The average temperature at the Grand Canyon is typically 30 degrees cooler than the temperature in Phoenix. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION |
