The
Montana Rivers, Parks and Breweries Adventure
August 8 - 17, 2009
Come to Big Sky Country for
an adventurous, activity-packed exploration of Western Montana and
its many fine breweries. Begin in Kalispell, where we'll meet and
immediately head out to Flathead Lake for tastings at two breweries
followed by a brew pub dinner in a spectacular setting. Next, we spend
3 nights in around beautiful Glacier NP. We'll meet with a naturalist
for a guided hike, have an entire free day to hike and photograph
wildlife, as well as raft the Middle Fork of the Flathead River -
wetting our whistles on tasty local beers along the way. And that
is just the first 4 days. Stays at impressive Holland Lake Lodge,
Helena, and our home town Missoula offer great access to spectacular
Montana scenery and cool excursons, as well as a host of breweries.
The 9 -night trip includes breakfast everyday, a hike with a Park
naturalist, 2 days of rafting, many fine beer meals, brewery visits,
2 international beer tastings, "beer touring" by private
coach, historic western cities, and fine hotels -- with optional opportunities
to fish, hike, mountain bike and check out a Montana cityscape or
two.
Daily
Itinerary:
Saturday,
August 8 - The trip begins today at 3:00 PM in the lobby of the
Kalispell hotel. After a welcome beer, we'll board the bus for a trip
out to Flathead Lake Brewery and Tamarack Brewing Co. for visits and
tasting. We'll have a welcome dinner back in Kalispell
this evening - perhaps to be followed by a bar visit or two.
Sunday,
August 9 - We travel via coach this morning, to the northeast
corner of spectacular Glacier National Park and our historic home
for two nights, the Many Glacier Lodge - the ideal spot for hikes,
wildlife viewing and photography. Along the way we'll stop for lunch
and a local beer or two. Upon arrival we'll check-in to our rooms
and later meet a naturalist guide for an interpretive hike and a chance
to learn about the park's rich history and diverse flora and fauna.
Bears, moose and bighorn sheep are regularly seen in this part of
the park. Our guide will also be an excellent resource for activities
during our stay. The evening is free.
Monday,
August 10 - Today is totally free with many options of varying
length and cost to choose from - including fishing, hiking, park tours
and more. Small hiking groups will likely form. Complete details and
prices for options will be provided to registrants. Surely meeting
up for a few beers is in order tonight.
Tuesday,
August 11 - This morning we will drive the famous Going to the
Sun Road over Logan Pass. We'll stop at the visitors center and have
time for pictures atop the pass, before descending down to Lake MacDonald
Lodge for lunch (on your own) and a chance to explore a bit. This
afternoon we'll have a half-day raft trip on the Middle Fork of the
Flathead followed by a BBQ dinner and beer tasting.
Overnight in West Glacier.
Wednesday,
August 12 - This morning we head to Holland Lake Lodge for another
day of optional outdoor activities surrounded by spectacular vistas.
Tonight... a beer dinner in a truly spectacular location.

Thursday,
August 13 - This morning we cross the continental divide en route
to Helena. Upon arrival we'll seek out Helena's two fine breweries,
and later meet a local guide who will show us around and fill us in
on some of Montana's more interesting historic chapters. The eveining
is free.
Friday,
August 14 - This morning is free to explore Helena a bit, before
we travel to Missoula -- BeerTrips.com's base of operations and home
to three worthy breweries. Upon arrival in Missoula, we'll check in
to our downtown accommodations, and head out for a guided history
and, uh, beer, walk. Plenty of options for dinner and many bars in
walkingh distance from the hotel. Evening free in Missoula
Saturday,
August 15 - - We'll call today Bitterroot day, as we travel
up the Bitterroot valley for spectacular scenery, hiking, some time
on the river and a visit and tastings at Bitterroot Brewing and
Blacksmith Brewing Co. Return to Missoula this evening.
Sunday,
August 16 - Most of today is free to enjoy Missoula's historic
downtown or any of a variety of outdoor activities. Later this afternoon,
we'll go whitewater rafting through Alberton Gorge, followed by
visits to all three MissoulaBayern Brewery. Beer dinner
tonight in Missoula.
Monday,
August 17 - Alas, all things must come to an end -- or perhaps
you'll extend your trip with a visit to Yellowstone .
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Beer & Trip Highlights
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Montana's scenery, culture and beer at its mid-summer best!
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Stays in Kalispell, Glacier NP, Helena & our hometown - Missoula
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Brewery/Taproom Visits to:Tamarack, Flathead Lake Brewery, Blackfoot
River, Big Sky, Bayern, Bitterroot Brewing and The Kettlehouse!
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Whitewater Rafting on the Flathead and Clark Fork River
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Free days for hiking, fishing, exploring or carousing with locals.
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Travel by private motor coach with rolling tasting sessions and select
dive-bar stops
$2595
per
person, double occupancy
$440
single
room supplement
Trip
Price Includes
9 nights accommodation in fine, centrally
located hotels, travel by private coach, brewery visits, beer tasting,
entrance fees and tours as outlined in the itinerary, all breakfasts,
4 lunches, 4 dinners, and trip leadership.
Airfare
is not included in the trip price.
The
trip begins on Thursday afternoon in the hotel lobby in Kalispell.
Travel
Details
Air
Travel is not included. Travelers are encouraged to use mileage
awards, travel outside group dates, or visit other Western cities
while abroad to make the most out of the trip. Please contact us to
inquire about low fares from your city.
Please
confirm the trip's operation before purchasing air tickets.
The
trip officially begins at the first hotel, specific
details including a map to the hotel, regional information and
a detailed will be included with your
trip documents, which you'll receive 2 - 3 weeks before the trip.
How
we get around: For all included excursions and visits, transportation
will be included as well. Within the cities, we will rely on walking
and public transportation. Travel between cities will be done in our
private motor coach.
For Registration and Policies & Details: Click Here.
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