Tues., July 8: Join Utopia Tours as we travel into Canada to experience the Canadian Rockies, the Calgary Stampede, the Banff area, and more. The Calgary Stampede has been a popular festival for the Calgary area for many years, with 2006 breaking records for attendance. The Canadian Rockies will entice you with majestic views and scenery. Our destination today is Minot, ND.

Wed., July 9: We depart Minot this morning and soon cross the border at Portal, ND. Here we can have coffee and do a money exchange. Entering Saskatchewan with its fascinating landscape, there will be time spent in Moose Jaw, The Friendly City. Then continue on, arriving this evening in Medicine Hat, AB.

Thurs., July 10: Our journey continues and we anxiously await seeing the Canadian Rockies as they appear on the horizon. We are heading for Calgary, AB, home of the Calgary Stampede and often called a "cowtown," for a two-night stay. Calgary is a major oil center in Canada and has experienced phenomenal growth. Upon arrival we go to the Sunridge Mall where you can have lunch on your own, enjoy the western shops, and more here. This afternoon we go to the Stampede Grounds for freetime. Then, this evening we have reserved seats as we watch riders race with their thoroughbreds and chuckwagons to the finish line at the exciting Chuckwagon Races. The races also feature a musical show with singing, dancing, and a fabulous fireworks display.

Fri., July 11: Today, we will explore and do some sight-seeing in Calgary including visits to the Calgary Tower and Chinatown. Later morning we will go back to the Stampede Grounds where you will have time to browse through the many exhibits, have lunch on own, see free shows at the Saddledome, see a dog show, visit an Indian Village, shop, and much more. This afternoon we go to the center of the "Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth" - the sensational Rodeo where cowboys battle for a million dollar prize as they are challenged with bull riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, barrell racing, and more.

Sat., July 12: The Canadian Rockies surround us today as we travel a short distance from Calgary into Banff National Park and the serene Lake Louise area. A visit will be made to Chateau Lake Louise, nestled in the mountains. Here we view the Victoria Glacier as it reflects off the water, an awesome sight to see. Then we make our way to the world-famous resort area of Banff, AB. Enjoy Banff on your own this evening.

Sun., July 13: We start our way home today routing through British Columbia and back into the States. While in British Columbia a stop will be made in Radium Hot Springs where you may wish to take a dip in the naturally warm water of the pool. Our scenic journey continues as we cross into the United States and the Rocky Mountains on 93 to Whitefish, MT, where we will stay for the night.

Mon., July 14: Our tour continues as we travel to Lake McDonald where we board their tourmobiles to view Glacier National Park on the "Going to the Sun Highway." It goes over Logans Pass, crosses the Continental Divide, and arrives at St. Marys at noon to enjoy lunch on your own. After this special adventure we travel to Great Falls, MT.

Tues., July 15: The scenery becomes more familiar as we make our way eastward to Medora, ND. Upon arrival later this afternoon we will check into our hotel and prepare to enjoy a delicious meal at the Pitchfork Fondue. Then, at dusk, attend the musical extravaganza of the Medora Musical, held outdoors in the North Dakota Badlands.

Wed., July 16: This is our day to remember all the beautiful sights we have seen in the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park, Glacier National Park, and the North Dakota Badlands. Plus the awesome Calgary Stampede! Thank you for traveling with Utopia Tours.

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~FINAL PAYMENT DUE: May 29, 2008
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