The Montana Rivers, Parks and Breweries Adventure
July 24 - August 3, 2008

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. 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 the way. And that is just the first 3 days. Stays in Helena, our home town Missoula and Bozeman offer great access to spectacular Montana scenery and cool excursons, as well as a host of breweries. The 10-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:

Thursday, July 24 - 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.

Friday, July 25 - We travel via coach this morning, to the northeast corner of spectacular Glacier National Park and our historic home for two nights, the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn - 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.

Saturday, July 26 - 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.

Sunday, July 27 - 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.

Monday, July 28 - This morning we head to Missoula -- BeerTrips.com's base of operations and home to three worthy breweries. Along the way we'll drive through the beautiful Seely - Swan area, with a lakeside picnic lunch and beer sampling en route. Upon arrival in Missoula, we'll check in to our downtown accommodations. Evening free in Missoula

Tuesday, July 29 - 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 tasting at Bitterroot Brewing. Return to Missoula this evening.

Wednesday, July 30 - This morning 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 visit to Bayern Brewery. Beer dinner tonight in Missoula.

Thursday, July 31 - This morning we cross the continental divide en route to Helena. Along the way we'll stop for a bit of Montana history and lunch. In Helena, home to a couple of fine breweries, a local guide will show us around and fill us in on some of Montana's more interesting historic chapters. The eveining is free.

Friday, August 1 -

This morning is free to explore Helena a bit, before we travel to Bozeman for the last 2 nights of the trip. We'll check out the Bozeman brewery, visit the historic downtown and take in the Bozone. The evening is free for pub crawling and the like.

Saturday, August 2 - Today is open for optional excursions including, fishing, rafting, mountiain biking or riding the gondola to the top of Big Sky Resort for some top-of-Montana hiking, dining or beer drinking. After a busy day we'll have a hearty beer dinner to celebrate our trip. Get 'er done.

Sunday, August 3 - Alas, all things must come to an end -- or perhaps you'll extend your trip with a visit to Yellowstone, just 2 hours from Bozeman. Bozeman's airport serves a variety of carriers and connections.

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Beer & Trip Highlights

- Montana's scenery, culture and beer at its mid-summer best!

- Stays in Kalispell, Glacier NP, Helena, Bozeman & our hometown - Missoula

- Brewery/Taproom Visits to:Tamarack, Flathead Lake Brewery, Blackfoot River, Bozeman Brewing, Big Sky, Bayern, Bitterroot Brewing and The Kettlehouse!

- Whitewater Rafting on the Flathead and Clark Fork River

- Free days for hiking, fishing, exploring or carousing with locals.

- Travel by private motor coach with rolling tasting sessions and select dive-bar stops

$2450
per person, double occupancy

$295
single room supplement

Trip Price Includes

10 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.

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The Montana Rivers, Parks and Breweries Adventure July 24 - August 3, 2008

Daily Itinerary:

The Montana Rivers, Parks and Breweries Adventure
July 24 - August 3, 2008