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IQUITOS
 Amazons River Lodge (2D/1N)
Amazons River Lodge (3D/2N)
Amazons River Lodge (4D/3N)
PERU SPECIAL PACKAGES
Amazon
Rainforest Lodge 2D/1N
Day 1: IQUITOS – LODGE – JUNGLE EXPEDITION
Arrival to Iquitos and transport to Bellavista port located at 3.5 Km.
north of Iquitos on the banks of Nanay River. We will do riverboat to
visit the ethnic group of the Bora of San Andres (Momon River), where
we can acquire beautiful handicrafts. Then we will navigate for about
1 hour along the Amazon River towards Yanamono site (Black monkey) where
our lodge is located at 80 km. from Iquitos. Reception at the lodge
and then e will have a welcome with a cold drink and accommodations.
After lunch with our local guides we go on a two-hour excursion to the
jungle to identify botanical species, medicinal plants and amazing trees
as the “Lupuna”, one of the widest and tales tree in the
jungle. Return to the lodge for resting. Enjoy a beautiful Amazonian
sunset and, at night, will also go for a walk by the Manco ravine, affluent
of the Amazon River. We hope to be lucky enough to closely appreciate
alligators or other amphibians. We will have dinner. (L, D)
Day
2: LODGE - IQUITOS
We will leave early morning to observe birds and the amazing Victoria
Regia at the “Caceres” ravine, beautiful affluent of
the Amazon River. You will also enjoy the Amazonian dawn from an
8mts. high watchtower. Early in the morning we will have breakfast.
At 10:00, we will timely go on an hour fishing tour along the ravines
or “cochas” of the Amazon River accompanied with an
expert local guide. The most experienced fishermen will feel the
emotion of fishing giant piranhas and other fish species. During
the tour, we hope to see the shy pink dolphins or River “Bufeos”.
We will enjoy lunch. Around 15:00 hours return to Iquitos and transport
to the airport.
Includes: Transfers + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Boat services + Lodge + Noted meals.
Amazon Rainforest Lodge 3D/2N
Day
1: IQUITOS – LODGE – JUNGLE EXPEDITION. Arrival to Iquitos
and transport to Bellavista port, a quay located at 3.5 Km. north of
Iquitos on the banks of Nanay River. On a riverboat we will visit the
ethnic group of the Bora of San Andres (Momon River), where they will
delight us with their dances and handicrafts. Then, will navigate for
about one hour and fifteen minutes along the Amazon River towards the
Yanamono site (Black monkey) at 80 km. from Iquitos, where our Lodge
is located. After the reception at the lodge we will have a welcome
with a cold drink, accommodation and acclimatization and then lunch.
At a timely moment, we will go on a two-hour excursion to the jungle
with expert guides. There we will identify botanical species, medicinal
plants and amazing trees as the “Lupuna” which is much appreciated
in making three-play because of its dimensions. Return to the lodge
and time for resting. At the proper time, we will have the opportunity
to observe a beautiful Amazonian sunset and, at night, will also go
for a walk by the Manco ravine, affluent of the Amazon River, where
we will observe the constellations and enjoy the magic sounds of the
jungle. At night, we hope to be lucky enough to closely appreciate alligators
or other amphibians. We will have dinner and stay overnight at the lodge.
(B, L, D)
Day
2: LODGE – IQUITOS. We will leave very early to observe native
birds and the amazing Victoria Regia at the “Caceres”
ravine, beautiful affluent of the Amazon River. You will also enjoy
the Amazonian dawn from an 8mts. high watchtower. We will have breakfast.
At 10:00, we will timely go on an hour fishing tour along the ravines
or “cochas” of the Amazon River accompanied with an
expert guide. The most experienced fishermen will feel the emotion
of fishing giant piranhas and other fish species. During the tour,
we hope to see the shy pink dolphins or River “Bufeos”.
Return to the lodge. We will have dinner at 20:00 and then overnight
at the lodge. (B, L, D)
Day
3: IQUITOS – LIMA. We will enjoy breakfast at the lodge. At
09:00 return to Iquitos and transportation to the airport and then
take the flight back to Lima. (B).
Includes: Transfers + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Boat services + Lodge + Noted meals.
Amazon Rainforest Lodge 4D/3N
Day
1: LODGE ACCOMMODATION – JUNGLE EXPEDITION
We
will arrive in Iquitos. Transport to Bellavista port, a quay located
at 3.5 Km. north of Iquitos on the banks of Nanay River. We will
take a riverboat to visit the ethnic group of the Bora of San Andres
(Momon River), where they will delight us with their dances and
handicrafts. Then, we will navigate for about one hour and fifteen
minutes along the Amazon River towards the Yanamono site (Black
monkey) at 80 km. from Iquitos, where our Lodge is located. Reception
and welcome with a cold drink, accommodation and acclimatization.
We will have lunch at 13:30. At a timely moment, we will go on a
two-hour excursion to the jungle with expert guides. There we will
identify botanical species, medicinal plants and amazing trees as
the “LUPUNA” which is much appreciated in making three-play
because of its dimensions. Return to the lodge and time for resting.
At the proper time, we will have the opportunity to observe a beautiful
Amazonian sunset and, at night, we will also go for a walk by the
Manco ravine, affluent of the Amazon River, where we will observe
the constellations and enjoy the magic sounds of the jungle. At
night, we hope to be lucky enough to closely appreciate alligators
or other amphibians. Dinner will be at 20:00. Stay overnight at
the lodge. (L, D)
Day
2: LODGE – JUNGLE EXPEDITION
We will leave very early to observe native birds and the amazing
Victoria Regia at the “Caceres” ravine, beautiful affluent
of the Amazon River. You will also enjoy the Amazonian dawn from
an 8-m high watchtower. We will have breakfast at 8:00 at the lodge.
By 10:00, we will go by Yanamono’s outskirts where we will
have the opportunity to visit a sugar mill to see how spirits or
rums are made through fermentation and distillation process. Everybody
is invited to taste this drink. Return to the lodge. Lunch at 13:30
In the afternoon, we will timely go on a two-hour fishing tour along
the ravines or “cochas” of the Amazon River accompanied
with an expert guide. The most experienced fishermen will feel the
emotion of fishing giant piranhas and other fish species. During
the tour, we hope to see the shy pink dolphins or River “Bufeos”.
Return to the lodge and have dinner at 20:00. Stay overnight at
the lodge.
Day
3: LODGE - VISIT TO A RIVERSIDE TOWN
We will have breakfast at the lodge. We will timely visit a riverside
town where we will have lunch (camping style) with the possibility
to be in touch with the native’s customs and traditions. Return
to the lodge and rest. In the afternoon, we will travel along the
“tahuampas” (flooded jungle) in canoes for one hour,
enjoying the wild landscapes. Dinner and stay overnight at the lodge.
(B, L, D)
Day
4: IQUITOS/ LIMA
Early in the morning we will have breakfast at the lodge, later
on navigate to Iquitos and transfer to the airport and then take
the flight back to Lima. (B).
Includes: Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Boat services + Lodge + Noted meals.
Peru
Packages
Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu 6D/5N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA
We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Welcome
cocktail and hotel accommodation. There will be a short briefing
about next day activities.
Day
2: LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY
In the morning we will take the flight to Cusco and reception with
immediate transport to Urubamba, the Incas Sacred Valley. Visit
Pisac Inca Ruins and the fortress of Ollantaytambo and stay overnight
in a Hotel in Urubamba. (B, L)
Day
3: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu - CUSCO
We will have breakfast. Transfer to the train station in Ollanta
followed by a beautiful train ride towards Aguas Calientes village.
We will arrive and take public bus transport to the main entrance
of the world famous Machu Picchu Inca ruins. In a guided tour we
will enjoy one of the most impressive ruins in South America. Late
afternoon a public bus will take us to Aguas Calientes and return
to Cusco by train. Transfer to the Hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
4: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
In the morning we will have and breakfast and visit the nearby ruins
of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Tambo Machay, including a visit to
the Qorikancha Temple. We will have the afternoon free and stay
at a hotel in Cusco. (B)
Day
5: CUSCO - LIMA
Transfer to the airport and flight to Lima. Arrival and transfer
to the hotel. In the afternoon a tour will take us through the colonial
town visiting the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, San Francisco Church
and the impressive "Catacumbas". Later on we head towards
the modern Lima, the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, followed
by a visit to the "Gold Museum", which contains some of
the world’s most famous gold artefacts of the Inca and Pre-Inca
civilisations. Stay at a hotel. (B).
Day
6: LIMA TRANSFER OUT
We will have breakfast. Transfer from the hotel to the airport,
bus/train station or program extension. (B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Entrance fees + Hotel + Noted meals.
Lima–Nazca–Cusco-Machu
Picchu 8D/7N·
Day
1: ARRIVAL IN LIMA. We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer
to the hotel. Welcome cocktail and hotel accommodation. We will
have a short briefing about next day activities.
Day
2: LIMA – NAZCA – ICA. In the morning we will have breakfast.
Starting early in the morning we will be driving south towards Nazca
city and transfer service to the airport for the Nazca Lines over-flight,
one of the greatest mysteries of South America. Giant geometrical
lines resembling land strips, intriguing figures such as a condor,
monkey spider, etc. As free bonus and if weather conditions allow
it, we will also over flight The Aqueducts. Transport to Ica. Hotel
(B)
Day
3: ICA – BALLESTAS – LIMA. In the morning we will have
breakfast and visit to Ballestas Islands, where we will observe
sea lions, cormorants, pelicans, gannets and abundant kinds of sea
birds together with a nice view of the Pacific Ocean. Visit to Paracas
National Reserve. Transport back to Lima and hotel accommodations.
(B).
Day
4: LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY. In the morning we will take the
flight to Cusco and reception with immediate transport to Urubamba,
the Incas Sacred Valley. Visit Pisac Inca Ruins and the fortress
of Ollantaytambo. We will stay at a hotel in Urubamba. (B, L)
Day
5: SACRED VALLEY - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO. We will have breakfast.
Transfer to the train station in Ollanta followed by a beautiful
train ride towards Aguas Calientes village. We will arrive and by
a public bus transport to the main entrance of the famous Machu
Picchu Inca citadel. In a guided tour we will enjoy one of the most
impressive ruins in the world. Late afternoon a public bus will
take us to Aguas Calientes and return to Cusco by train. Transfer
to the Hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
6: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS. In the morning we will have breakfast
and visit the nearby ruins of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Tambo
Machay, including a visit to the Qorikancha Temple. We will have
the afternoon free and stay at a hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
7: CUSCO – LIMA. Transfer to the airport and flight to Lima.
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon we will make
a tour through the colonial town visiting the Plaza de Armas, the
Cathedral, San Francisco Church and the impressive "Catacumbas".
Later on we head towards the modern Lima, the districts of San Isidro
and Miraflores, followed by a visit to the "Gold Museum",
which contains some of the world’s most famous gold artefacts
of the Inca and Pre-Inca civilisations. Stay at a hotel. (B).
Day
8: LIMA TRANSFER OUT. We will have breakfast. Transfer from the
hotel to the airport, bus/train station or program extension. (B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Nazca flight + boat + Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance
fees + Hotel + Noted meals.
Lima–Cusco–Machu
Picchu-Titicaca 9D/8N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA
We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Welcome
cocktail and hotel accommodation and have a short briefing about next
day activities.
Day
2: LIMA CITY - PACHACAMAC - LIMA
We will have breakfast. Our tour begins through the colonial town
visiting the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, San Francisco Church
and the impressive "Catacumbas". Later on we will visit
to the "Gold Museum", which contains some of the world’s
most famous gold artefacts of the Inca and pre-Inca civilisations.
After lunch, at 32 km. Southward on the Pan-American Highway will
take you to the entrance of the Pachacamac Ruins, an important pre-Inca
Sanctuary, where you can explore the Sun and Moon temples built
in pyramid-shaped platforms. Drive back to Lima. Stay at a hotel.
(B)
Day
3: LIMA - CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY
In the morning we will have breakfast and then transfer to the airport
in Lima, flight to Cusco. We will arrive and reception at the airport.
Transport to the Sacred Valley. Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo and
stay overnight in a local Hotel in the Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day
4: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu - CUSCO
In the morning we will have breakfast and then transfer to Ollanta
train station and departure with a tourist train to Aguas Calientes.
Drive by public bus to Machu Picchu entrance. Guide tour. Late afternoon
we will go to Aguas Calientes by public bus. Train to Cusco. Arrival
and transfer to the Hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
5: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
We will have breakfast. Morning visit to the nearby ruins of Cusco:
Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Tambo Machay, including a visit to the Qorikancha
Temple. The afternoon will be free and then stay at a hotel in Cusco.
(B).
Day
6: CUSCO – PUNO
Before transport towards Puno we will have breakfast. First visit
to the Andahuaylillas Temple, were we could observe beautiful 17th
century frescoes and a splendid gold-leafed main altar. Continuing
will pass Urcos village and stop in Sicuani for lunch. Then pass
through the Nudo del Vilcanota, which is the highest crossing point
of the White and Black Cordillera de Los Andes (5000 ms). Stop at
La Raya where herd of vicuñas can be seen. Continuing to
Puno and hotel accommodation (B, L)
Day
7: PUNO – TITICACA LAKE (UROS & TAQUILE)
From your hotel transfer to the shores of Titicaca Lake and visit
by boat to Uros, the unique floating islands located on Titicaca
Lake. On this group of 40 big island-like packs of floating Totora
(reeds), Uros natives continue living like their ancestors, preserving
its costumes and their own system of communal life. Later on we
continue to visit the Taquile Island, where are still living descendants
from the Incas and they spin the finest woven goods in Peru. Return
to Puno and transfer to your hotel. (B, L)
Day
8: PUNO – SILLUSTANI – TRANSFER OUT
In the morning we will have breakfast and then go to visit the Chullpas
de Sillustani, tower made from circular stones and which were used
as the burial site of the ancient Hatun Colla chiefs in the pre
– Inca times. Transfer to the airport and then take the flight
to Lima. Stay at a hotel. (B, L).
Day
9: LIMA TRANSFER OUT
We will have breakfast. Transfer from the hotel to the airport,
bus/train station or program extension. (B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Boat services + Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance
fees + Hotel + Noted meals.
Lima - Cusco - Machu Picchu-Titicaca – La Paz
(Bolivia) 10D/9N·
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA. We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer
to the hotel. Welcome cocktail and hotel accommodation and a short
briefing about next day activities.
Day
2: LIMA CITY - PACHACAMAC – LIMA. After breakfast our tour
begins through the colonial town visiting the Plaza de Armas, the
Cathedral, San Francisco Church and the impressive "Catacombs".
Later on we will go towards the modern Lima, the districts of San
Isidro and Miraflores, followed by a visit to the "Gold Museum",
which contains some of the world’s most famous gold artefacts
of the Inca and Pre-Inca civilisations. After lunch, at 32 km. southward
on the Pan-American Highway we will take you to the entrance of
the Pachacamac Ruins, an important pre-Inca Sanctuary, where you
can explore the Sun and Moon temples built in pyramid-shaped platforms.
Drive back to Lima and stay at a hotel. (B)
Day
3: LIMA - CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY. Transfer to the airport in
Lima, flight to Cusco. We will arrive and reception at the airport.
Transport to the Sacred Valley for a visit to Pisac ruins and the
impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo and stay overnight in a local
Hotel in the Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day
4: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu – CUSCO. We will have breakfast.
Transfer to Ollanta train station and departure with a tourist train
to Aguas Calientes. Drive by public bus to the Machu Picchu entrance.
Late afternoon we will drive to Aguas Calientes by public bus. Train
to Cusco. Arrival and transfer to the Hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
5: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
In the morning we will visit the Qorikancha Temple (or Temple of
the Sun). City tour by the colonial streets, the Cathedral or Mayor
Church where you may observe more than 300 hundred paints of the
Cusqueño art and other beautiful artworks. After lunch we
will visit to the nearby and impressive ruins of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman,
Qenko, and Tambo Machay. Return to the hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
6: CUSCO – PUNO
After breakfast we will take a transport towards Puno. The bus will
head southeast. First visit to the Andahuaylillas Temple, were will
observe beautiful 17th century frescoes and a splendid gold-leafed
main altar. Continuing will pass Urcos village and stop in Sicuani
for lunch by your own. Later pass through Sicuani town. Then pass
through the Nudo del Vilcanota, which is the highest crossing point
of the White and Black Cordillera de Los Andes (4200 ms), then we
will arrive and hotel accommodation in Puno. (B).
Day
7: PUNO – TITICACA LAKE- AMANTANI We will have a full day
of excursion to visit the tourist paradise of Amantani Island. World
famous hand weavings and ancient communal way of life will be admired
and stay overnight in local Family Houses. (B, L, D)
Day
8: AMANTANI – UROS - PUNO After a typical breakfast in a Family
House in Amantani, continuing with our fascinating excursion on
the Titicaca Lake, we will visit the Uros Floating Islands. Here
you will see a group of 40 big island-like packs of floating Totora
(reeds), where Uros continue living like their ancestors, preserving
its costumes and idiosyncrasy, but above all, their own system of
communal life. Travels back to Puno and stay at a hotel in Puno.
(B).
Day
9: PUNO – TIWANAKU - LA PAZ (BOLIVIA) We will have breakfast.
Transport to Desaguadero. Frontiers pass to Bolivia (change transport).
Continue transport to La Paz; on the way visit Tiwanaku pre-Inca
ruins. After this visit continue on the road with final arrival
to La Paz and hotel accommodations. (B, L)
Day
10: LA PAZ In the morning we will have breakfast. Transfer from
the hotel to the airport, bus/train station or extension program.
(B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Boat services + Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance
fees + Hotel + Family house + Noted meals
Lima – Nazca Lines - Machu Picchu - Titicaca Copacabana
- La Paz 10D/9N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to
the hotel. Welcome cocktail and hotel accommodation and a short
briefing about next day activities.
Day
2: LIMA CITY TOUR & GOLD MUSEUM Our tour begins through the
colonial town visiting the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, San Francisco
church and the impressive "Catacombs". Later on we head
towards the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, followed by
a visit to the "Gold Museum", which contains some beautiful
gold artefacts of the Inca and Pre-Inca civilisations and stay at
a hotel in Lima. (B)
Day
3: LIMA – ICA – NASCA LINES Starting early in the morning
after breakfast a private car will transport us towards Ica City.
Then we continue towards Nazca to enjoy an over-flight over Nazca
Lines, one of the greatest mysteries of South America. Giant geometrical
lines resembling land strips, intriguing figures such as a condor,
monkey spider, etc. Later on visit the Nazca Artesian and Cultural
Center where the Italian Museum is, containing original pieces of
the Nazca Lines and stay at a hotel in Ica. (B).
Day
4: ICA - BALLESTAS – LIMA In the morning will be driving north
back to visit the Ballestas Islands, where we will observe sea lions,
cormorants, pelicans, gannets and other abundant sea birds together
with a nice view of the Pacific Ocean. After, we will visit the
Paracas National Reserve and the Julio C. Tello Museum. Late afternoon
we will arrive and hotel accommodations in Lima. (B).
Day
5: LIMA - CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY In the morning we will have
breakfast. Transfer to the airport in Lima, flight to Cusco and
reception at the airport. Transport to the Sacred Valley for a visit
to Pisac ruins and the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo with
lunch in a nice local hacienda and stay overnight in a Hotel in
the Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day
6: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu – CUSCO After breakfast there
will be service of transfer to Ollanta train station and departure
with a tourist train to Aguas Calientes. Drive by public bus to
the Machu Picchu entrance. Late afternoon a drive will take us to
Aguas Calientes by public bus. Train to Cusco. Arrival and transfer
to the Hotel in Cusco.
Day
7: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS In the morning we will visit the
Qorikancha Temple (or Temple of the Sun). City tour by the colonial
streets, the Cathedral or Mayor Church where you may observe more
than 300 hundred paints of the Cusqueño art and other beautiful
works. After lunch we will visit the nearby and impressive ruins
of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, and Tambo Machay. Return to the hotel
in Cusco. (B).
Day
8: CUSCO – PUNO We will have breakfast. Transport towards
Puno. The bus will follow southeast. First visit to the Andahuaylillas
Temple, were will observe beautiful 17th century frescoes and a
splendid gilded main altar. Continuing will pass Urcos village and
stop in Sicuani for lunch by your own. Later pass through Sicuani
town. Then pass through the Nudo del Vilcanota, which is the highest
crossing point of the White and Black Cordillera de Los Andes (4200
ms). We will arrive there will be transfer and hotel accommodation
in Puno. (B).
Day
9: PUNO – UROS ISLANDS – COPACABANA Early in the morning
we will have breakfast and then boat towards the amazing Uros islands.
It is time to enjoy a visit to this enchanting place. Return to
Puno and transport Copacabana by bus for approximately 3 hrs. On
the way we pass through the small Andean towns of Juli and Pomata
in Peru. Pass of the frontier and arrival in Copacabana (Bolivia)
and hotel accommodation. After check in, visits to the city and
surroundings, the main square and the Cathedral in Copacabana. Return
to the hotel. (B).
Day
10: COPACABANA - SUN ISLAND – PTO. PEREZ. We will have breakfast
and enjoy a full day to excursion to the Sun and Moon Islands. This
legendary and ancestral island belongs to the origins of the Inca
Empire and here will enjoy visiting their temples, archaeology heritage,
Inca trails, and agricultural works among other things. Transport
to PTO. Perez and hotel accommodation. (B)
Day
11: PTO. PEREZ – TIWANAKU - LA PAZ After breakfast transport
to the pre-Inca ruins of Tijuana, one of the most important ruins
in Bolivia and where we will observe the under grown and Kalasasaya
temples, the agricultural hydraulic systems and other important
relics still there as evidences of the ancestral ceremonial center
of the Tiwanaku Empire. Later on we continue towards the capital
of Bolivia and hotel accommodation in La Paz. (B, L)
Day
12: LA PAZ OUT.
In the morning we will have breakfast. Transfer from the hotel to
the airport, bus/train station or extension program. (B).
Includes: Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Boat services + Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance
fees + Hotel + Noted meals.
Lima-Nazca-Arequipa-Titicaca- Cusco-Machu Picchu 15D/14N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to
the hotel. Welcome cocktail and hotel accommodation and a short
briefing about next day activities.
Day
2: LIMA – ICA We will have breakfast. Starting early in the
morning private car will transport us towards Ica City. On the way,
we will be visiting an artesian Pisco and wine factory, after arrive
in Ica and hotel accommodation. The afternoon is free. (B).
Day
3: ICA - NAZCA – ICA Early morning will be driving to Nazca
for the optional Nazca Lines over-flight, one of the greatest mysteries
of South America. Giant geometrical lines resembling land strips,
intriguing figures such as a condor, monkey spider, etc. As free
bonus and if the weather conditions allow it, we will over flight
The Aqueducts. Here we will also visit the Nazca Artesian and Cultural
Center where the Italian Museum is, containing original pieces of
the Nazca Lines; and also see how the artesian people do in ceramic,
some copies of the original Huacos; and how they obtain the gold
in an artesian way too. Transport back and stay at a hotel in Ica.
(B).
Day
4: ICA - BALLESTAS – LIMA In the morning will be driving north
back to visit the Ballestas Islands, where we will observe sea lions,
cormorants, pelicans, gannets and other kinds of abundant sea birds
together with a nice view of the Pacific Ocean. After, we will visit
the Paracas National Reserve and the Julio C. Tello Museum. Late
afternoon we will arrive and hotel accommodations in Lima. (B).
Day
5: LIMA – AREQUIPA From Lima we will fly towards Arequipa,
one of the most beautiful areas in Peru. Transfer in and visit the
“White” City” including Santa Catalina Monastery,
Mansion del Fundador, El Molino de Sabandia and La Momia de Ampato
(Ampato Mummy), and hotel accommodation in Arequipa. (B).
Day
6: AREQUIPA - CHIVAY (COLCA CANYON TOUR 2D/1N) Morning drive towards
the Aguada National Reserve where you can observe heard of Vicuñas
on the high plateaux. On the way enjoy nice views of the Volcanoes:
Misti, Chachani and Ampato. On the way we will have a Box lunch
and finally arrive in Chivay Town and stay overnight in a local
hotel. (B, BL).
Day
7: CHIVAY – AREQUIPA Early morning starts our journey towards
“Cruz del Condor” to observe the impressive flight of
the Condor, the “King of the Andes”. From here we get
a view of the famous Colca Canyon, the deepest in the world. Return
to Chivay continuing afterwards back to Arequipa where we will arrive
late in the afternoon. Transfer to your hotel. (B, BL).
Day
8: AREQUIPA - JULIACA – PUNO We will take the flight to Juliaca
and transfer to Puno City. On the way visit the Chullpas de Sillustani,
the burial site of the ancient Hatun Colla chiefs and located on
the shores of the solitary Umayo Lake. On their own and after arrival
in the hotel, passengers can visit the main square and have the
opportunity to appreciate the Indian Market in the city of Puno
and all the surroundings in this area and hotel accommodation in
Puno. (B).
Day
9: PUNO - TITICACA LAKE (UROS & TAQUILE ISLANDS) From your hotel
transfer to the shores of Titicaca Lake and by boat travel to Uros,
the unique floating islands located on Titicaca Lake. On this group
of 40 big island-like packs of floating Totora (reeds), Uros natives
continue living like their ancestors, preserving its costumes and
idiosyncrasy, but above all, their own system of communal life.
Later on we continue to visit the Taquile Island, where are still
living descendants from the Incas and they spin the finest woven
goods in Peru. Late afternoon we will return to Puno and transfer
to your hotel. (B, L).
Day
10: PUNO – CUSCO We will take a bus to Cusco and on the way
visit to the communities of Pucara and La Raya where Vicuñas
can be seen. Stop in Sicuani town for lunch. Afterwards we continue
towards Raqchi to visit the Temple of Wiracocha and finally we will
get a stop in Andahuaylillas to visit the famous Chapel of Checacupe
and stay at a hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
11: CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY In the morning we will have breakfast.
Transport to the Sacred Valley to visit Pisac ruins, the Pisac Indian
market and the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo with lunch in
a nice local hacienda and stay overnight in a Hotel in the Sacred
Valley. (B, L)
Day
12: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu - CUSCO
Early morning transfer to the Ollanta train station and departure
with a local train to Aguas Calientes. From this point, driving
with a public bus will be at the entrance to the famous Lost City
of the Incas: Machu Picchu, one of the most impressive ruins in
the world. Late afternoon drive to Aguas Calientes by public bus
and return to Cusco and stay at a hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
13: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
We will have breakfast. In the morning visit to the nearby ruins
of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Tambo Machay, including a visit to
the Qorikancha Temple. The afternoon is free and we will stay at
a hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
14: CUSCO - LIMA
Transfer to the airport and flight to Lima. Arrival and transfer
to the hotel. In the afternoon we will make a tour through the colonial
town visiting the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, San Francisco Church
and the impressive "Catacumbas". Later on we head towards
the modern Lima, the districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, followed
by a visit to the "Gold Museum", which contains some of
the world’s most famous gold artefacts of the Inca and Pre-Inca
civilisations and hotel. (B).
Day
15: LIMA TRANSFER OUT
Transfer from the hotel to the airport, bus/train station or program
extension. (B).
Includes: Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Over flight to the Nazca Lines + Airport fee in Nazca + Boat services
+ Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance fees + Hotel +
Noted meals.
The
Best of Peru 22D/21N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA
We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Welcome
cocktail and hotel accommodation and a short briefing about next
day activities.
Day
2: LIMA CITY - PACHACAMAC - LIMA
We will have breakfast. Tour starts early in the morning and will
take you through the colonial town visiting the Plaza de Armas,
the Cathedral, San Francisco Church and its impressive "Catacombs".
Later on, we will head towards the modern Lima, the districts of
San Isidro and Miraflores, followed by a visit to the "Gold
Museum", which contains some of the world’s most famous
gold artefacts of the Inca and Pre-Inca civilisations. Lunch is
on your own. After lunch, at 32 km. southward on the Pan-American
Highway will take you to the entrance of the Pachacamac Ruins, an
important pre-Inca Sanctuary, where you can explore the Sun and
the Moon temples built in pyramid-shaped platforms. Drive back to
Lima and stay at a hotel in Lima. (B).
Day
3: LIMA - CHICLAYO
Transfer to the airport in Lima from where we flight to Chiclayo,
located on the north coast of Peru. Transfer to your hotel. After
check in we will visit the Tucume’s archaeological complex
composed of 26 adobe pyramids. In the afternoon visit to Huaca Rajada
an archaeological complex of two pyramids and where we will find
the famous tomb of the Mochica Leader known as the Lord of Sipan.
Here we will also have the opportunity to visit the Sipan Museum.
Late evening return to your hotel in Chiclayo. (B).
Day
4: CHICLAYO - TRUJILLO
Our program will begin early in the morning visiting the Local Market
and the "Mercado de Brujos", continuing with the Bunning
Museum in Lambayeque City, which contains wonderful gold and silver
pieces of the Mochica and Chimu cultures. We continue driving towards
Trujillo city. In the afternoon visit to the famous Chan Chan Ruins,
considered the largest mud city in the world and declared Cultural
Patrimony of the Humanity. It was the nucleus of the Chimu culture
in the 12th century. By the sunset time we will be in Huanchaco
Beach were you will see the traditional artesian fishers with their
"Caballitos de Totora” (reed boats) and hotel. (B)
Day
5: TRUJILLO - LIMA - ICA
Starting early in the morning transfer from the hotel to the airport
in Trujillo, from where we will be flying to Lima. Arrival in Lima
and immediately private car will transport you towards Ica. On the
way we will be visiting an artesian pisco and wine factory. We will
arrive in Ica and hotel accommodation. Lunch is on your own. The
afternoon is free. (B)
Day
6: ICA - NAZCA - ICA
Early morning will be driving to Nazca for the optional Nazca Lines
over-flight, one of the greatest mysteries of South America. Giant
geometrical lines resembling land strips, intriguing figures such
as a condor, monkey spider, etc. As free bonus and if the weather
conditions allow it, we will also over flight The Aqueducts. Here
we will also visit the Nazca Artesian and Cultural Center where
the Italian Museum is, containing original pieces of the Nazca Lines;
and also see how the artesian people do in ceramic, some copies
of the original Huacos; and how they obtain the gold in an artesian
way too. Transport back and stay at a hotel in Ica. (B).
Day
7: ICA - BALLESTAS - LIMA
In the morning will be driving north back to visit the Ballestas
Islands, where we will observe sea lions, cormorants, pelicans,
gannets and other kinds of abundant sea birds together with a nice
view of the Pacific Ocean. After, we will visit the Paracas National
Reserve and the Julio C. Tello Museum. We will arrive in the evening
and hotel accommodation in Lima. (B).
Day
8: LIMA - AREQUIPA
From Lima we will fly towards Arequipa, one of the most beautiful
areas in Peru. Transfer in and visit the “White” City”
including Santa Catalina Monastery, Mansion del Fundador, El Molino
de Sabandia and La Momia de Ampato (Ampato Mummy) and hotel Accommodation
in Arequipa. (B).
Day
9: AREQUIPA - CHIVAY (COLCA CANYON 2D/1N)
Early morning drive towards the Aguada National Reserve where you
will observe Vicuñas wandering on the high plateaux. On the
way we will enjoy nice views of the Volcanoes: Misti, Chachani and
Ampato. We will have a Box lunch on the way and finally arriving
at Chivay Town and stay at a hotel in Chivay. (B, BL).
Day
10: CHIVAY – COLCA CANYON - AREQUIPA
Early morning starts our journey towards “Cruz del Condor”
to observe the impressive flight of the Condor, the “King
of the Andes”. From here we get a view of the famous Colca
Canyon. Return to Chivay for a short visit to “La Calera Hot
Springs” continuing afterwards back to Arequipa where we will
arrive late in the afternoon. Transfer to your hotel. (B, BL).
Day
11: AREQUIPA - JULIACA - PUNO From Arequipa we will take a flight
to Juliaca. Drive from Juliaca to Puno. On the way visiting the
Tombs or Chullpas de Sillustani, the burial site of the ancient
Hatun Colla chiefs; located on the shores of the solitary Umayo
Lake. Arriving in Puno the passenger will be on their own, and you
can visit the main square and have the opportunity to appreciate
the Indian Market in the city of Puno and all the surroundings in
this area and hotel accommodation in Puno. (B).
Day
12: PUNO - Titicaca Lake We will have a full day excursion to the
tourist paradise of Amantani Island. World famous hand weavings
and ancient communal way of life will be admired and overnight in
local Family Houses. (B, L, D)
Day
13: Titicaca Lake – PUNO After a typical breakfast in a Family
House in Amantani, continuing with our fascinating excursion on
the Titicaca Lake, we will visit the Taquile Island on the Titicaca
Lake; then will visit the Uros Floating Islands. Here you will see
a group of 40 big island-like packs of floating Totora (reeds),
where Uros continue living like their ancestors, preserving its
costumes and idiosyncrasy, but above all, their own system of communal
life. Travels back to Puno and stay at a hotel in Puno. (B).
Day
14: PUNO – CUSCO We will take a bus to Cusco. On the way we
will stop at La Raya where herd of Vicuñas can be seen. Visit
Sicuani where you can have lunch at your own. After this will be
visiting the Raqchi Temple of Wiracocha and finally a visit to the
beautiful Chapel of Andahuaylillas and stay at a hotel in Cusco.
(B).
Day
15: CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY We will have a full day tour to visit
the Incas Sacred Valley. Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo, splendid
Inca Ruins and stay overnight in a local Hotel in the Sacred Valley.
(B, L)
Day
16: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu
Early morning transfer to the Ollanta train station and departure
with a local train to Aguas Calientes. From this point, driving
with a public bus will be at the entrance to the famous Lost City
of the Incas: Machu Picchu, one of the most impressive ruins in
the world and stay overnight in a local Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
(B).
Day
17: Machu Picchu - CUSCO
On your own this morning you can again make a new visit to Machu
Picchu or climb the Huayna Picchu Mountain to have a nice view of
the Moon Temple or perhaps walk on the beautiful surroundings of
Aguas Calientes. Late afternoon drive to Aguas Calientes by public
bus and return to Cusco by train and stay at a hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
18: CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
In the morning we will visit the Qorikancha Temple (or Temple of
the Sun). City tour by the colonial streets, the Cathedral or Mayor
Church where you may observe more than 300 hundred paints of the
Cusqueño art and other beautiful works. After this visit
the nearby and impressive ruins of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, and
Tambo Machay. Return to the hotel in Cusco. The afternoon is free.
(B)
Day
19: CUSCO - PUERTO MALDONADO In the morning a transfer will take
us to the airport in Cusco and flight to Puerto Maldonado. Reception
in the airport followed by a small tour of Puerto Maldonado’s
colourful markets before crossing town to the river Madre de Dios.
Here the motorized canoe waits to take you to our jungle Lodge.
Once settled into the typical bungalows, the adventure begins with
a trip to an historical boat, the Fitzcarrald, stranded well within
the jungle a good 400 meters from the river. Lunch and a short “siesta”
rest precede a 3/4-bour walk introducing you to the Amazonian forest.
We will go back to the lodge and have dinner. (B, L, D).
Day
20: PUERTO MALDONADO Early in the morning, a dawn trip to a parrot
clay lick, known locally as "collpas", to witness a phenomenal
behaviour where resident species of parrot and parakeet come to
breakfast on clay at the lodge. Then back on the river for an 8km
trip downstream to the Monkey Island. We will have lunch. The afternoon
takes us on a 5km walk through vast palm swamps to reach the hidden
paradise of Lake Sandoval. Here we have the chance to find the rare
“River Wolves” (giant otters), monkeys swinging along
the shores and a huge variety of fishes including the infamous piranha.
As dusk descends we look for the large black caiman in the lake
before an adventurous nocturnal hike back to the river. We will
go back to the lodge and have dinner. (B, L, D).
Day
21: PUERTO MALDONADO - LIMA
After breakfast a transfer will take us to the airport and flight
back to Lima. Transfer to your Hotel in Lima. Farewell dinner in
a typical restaurant with folklore music. (B, D)
Day
22: LIMA TRANSFER OUT
Transfer to the airport. End of our services. (B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Over flight to the Nazca Lines + Airport fee in Nazca + Boat services
+ Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance fees + Hotel +
Lodge + Noted meals.
Not included: domestic flights, airport taxes, extras, tips, and
personal expenses.
Peru & Bolivia 24D/23N
Day
1: ARRIVAL LIMA
We will arrive in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel. Welcome
cocktail and hotel accommodation and a short briefing about next
day activities.
Day
2: LIMA CITY - PACHACAMAC - LIMA
We will have breakfast. Tour starts early in the morning and will
take you through the colonial town visiting the Plaza de Armas,
the Cathedral, San Francisco Church and its impressive "Catacombs".
Later on, we will head towards the modern Lima, the districts of
San Isidro and Miraflores, followed by a visit to the "Gold
Museum", which contains some of the world’s most famous
gold artefacts of the Inca and Pre-Inca civilisations. Lunch is
on your own. After lunch, at 32 km. southward on the Pan-American
Highway we will take you to the entrance of the Pachacamac Ruins,
an important pre-Inca Sanctuary, where you can explore the Sun and
the Moon temples built in pyramid-shaped platforms. Drive back to
Lima and stay at a hotel in Lima. (B).
Day
3: LIMA - AREQUIPA
In the morning we will have breakfast. Transfer to the airport.
From Lima we will take the flight towards Arequipa, one of the most
beautiful areas in Peru. Transfer in and visit the “White”
City” including Santa Catalina Monastery, Mansion del Fundador,
El Molino de Sabandia and La Momia de Ampato (Ampato Mummy) and
hotel accommodation in Arequipa. (B).
Day
4: AREQUIPA - CHIVAY (COLCA CANYON TOUR 2D/1N)
Breakfast and early morning drive towards the Aguada National Reserve
where you will observe Vicuñas wandering on the high plateaux.
On the way we will enjoy nice views of the Volcanoes: Misti, Chachani
and Ampato. On the way we will enjoy a Box lunch and finally arrive
at Chivay Town and stay overnight in a local hotel. (B, BL).
Day
5: CHIVAY - AREQUIPA
We will have breakfast. Early morning starts our journey towards
“Cruz del Condor” to observe the impressive flight of
the Condor, the “King of the Andes”. From here we get
an impressive view of the famous Colca Canyon. Return to Chivay
for a short visit to “La Calera Hot Springs” continuing
afterwards back to Arequipa where we will arrive late in the afternoon.
Transfer to your hotel. (B, BL).
Day
6: AREQUIPA - CUSCO CITY & NEARBY RUINS
Transfer to the airport after breakfast. From Arequipa we will take
the flight to Cusco. Transfer service and hotel accommodation in
Cusco. After check in, visit to the Qorikancha Temple (or Temple
of the Sun). City tour by the colonial streets, the Cathedral or
Mayor Church where you may observe more than 300 hundred paints
of the Cusqueño art and other beautiful works. We will visit
the nearby and impressive ruins of Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, and
Tambo Machay. Return to the hotel in Cusco. (B).
Day
7: CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY
A full day tour to visit the Incas Sacred Valley: beginning at 08:00
hrs, visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo, splendid Inca Ruins and stay
overnight in a local Hotel in the Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day
8: SACRED VALLEY - Machu Picchu
Early in the morning and after breakfast a transfer service will
take you to the Ollanta train station and departure with a local
train to Aguas Calientes. From this point, driving with a public
bus we will be at the entrance to the famous Lost City of the Incas:
Machu Picchu, one of the most impressive ruins in the world. Late
afternoon drive back to Aguas Calientes and return to Cusco by train
and stay at a hotel. (B).
Day
9: FREE DAY IN CUSCO
We will
have breakfast and Hotel. (B).
Day 10: CUSCO – PUNO
Transport towards Puno. The bus will follow southeast. First visit
to the Andahuaylillas Temple, were will observe beautiful 17th century
frescoes and a splendid gold-leafed main altar. Continuing will
pass Arcos village and stop in Sicuani for lunch. Then pass through
the Nudo del Vilcanota, which is the highest crossing point of the
White and Black Cordillera de Los Andes (4200 ms). We will arrive
and hotel accommodation in Puno. (B).
Day
11: PUNO – Titicaca Lake - AMANTANI
We will have a full day of excursion to the tourist paradise of
Amantani Island. World famous hand weavings and ancient communal
way of life will be admired and stay overnight in local Family Houses.
(B, L, D)
Day
12: AMANTANI – UROS - PUNO
After a typical breakfast in a Family House in Amantani, continuing
with our fascinating excursion on the Titicaca Lake, we will visit
the Uros Floating Islands. Here you will see a group of 40 big island-like
packs of floating Totora (reeds), where Uros continue living like
their ancestors, preserving its costumes and idiosyncrasy, but above
all, their own system of communal life. Travels back to Puno and
stay at a hotel in Puno. (B).
Day
13: PUNO - COPACABANA (BOLIVIA)
Transport from Puno to Copacabana by bus for approximately 3 hrs.
On the way will pass through the small Andean towns of Juli and
Pomata in Peru. Pass of the frontier and after it, arrival in Copacabana
(Bolivia) and hotel accommodation. After check in, visits to the
city and surroundings, the main square and the Cathedral in Copacabana.
Return to the hotel. (B).
Day
14: COPACABANA - SUN ISLAND - LA PAZ
We will have breakfast and a full day of excursion to the Sun Island.
This legendary and ancestral island belongs to the origins of the
Inca Empire and here will enjoy visiting their temples, archaeology
heritage, Inca trails, agricultural works and others. Continue transport
to La Paz. We will arrive and hotel accommodation. (B).
Day
15: THE CITY OF LA PAZ
City tour visiting the famous Mercado de Brujos (Witch’s Market),
San Francisco Church, and tour continue until the Murillo Main Square,
where the Cathedral, Government Palace and the National Congress
are located. After this, will be visiting the famous colonial street
named Jaen, where we can visit four interesting museums situated
in this street. Changing our stage, the tour will continue through
the well-known residential areas of La Paz, such as Obrajes, Calacoto
and La Florida. Finally we will arrive to the great Valley of the
Moon. Return to the hotel in La Paz. (B).
Day
16: LA PAZ – UYUNI After breakfast a transport (combination
bus & train) will take us from La Paz to Uyuni village, situated
at the border of the world famous "Salar de Uyuni". We
will arrive and hotel accommodation in Uyuni. (B)
Day
17: UYUNI - SALAR DE UYUNI - SAN JUAN We will have breakfast. Overland
to the largest Salt Desert of the continent, on the way visiting
the Isla Pescado (Fish Island) and reaching San Juan village and
stay overnight in local houses. (B, L)
Day
18: SAN JUAN - LAGUNA COLORADA Transport from San Juan towards Laguna
Colorada, the place where will observe the Saint James Flamingos
and stay overnight in local mud houses. (B, L)
Day
19: LAGUNA COLORADA - ALOTA VILLAGE We will departure early in the
morning to visit the geysers of the Morning Sun and. Visit Laguna
Verde also enjoying the view of the surrounding volcanoes. Transport
to Alota Village. We will arrive and hotel accommodation. (B, L)
Day
20: ALOTA – UYUNI. Overland Vilama and Pampa Colorada will
finally arrive in Uyuni for a well-deserved rest and hotel Accommodation.
(B, L)
Day 21: UYUNI – POTOSI We will have breakfast. Transport to
the city of Potosi. Early in the afternoon we will make a short
city tour and hotel accommodations. (B, BL)
Day
22: POTOSI – SUCRE. In the morning we will visit to the famous
Minas de Cerro Rico, where you will see how the miners are still
working to obtain the products (silver and tin). Visit La Casa de
la Moneda Museum. After lunch we will go to Sucre city. We will
arrive and hotel accommodations. (B).
Day
23: SUCRE – LA PAZ Morning visit to the beautiful city of
Sucre city registered as “Cultural Heritage of Mankind”.
In the afternoon the transfer will take you to the airport and flight
to La Paz. We will arrive in La Paz and transfer to the hotel. (B).
Day
24: La Paz Transfer out. Includes: Transport + English speaking
guide (or in requested language) + Over flight to the Nazca Lines
+ Airport fee in Nazca + Boat services + Train tickets (RT) + Public
bus (RT) + Entrance fees + Hotel + Family house + Noted meals.
Not
included: domestic flights, airport taxes, extras, tips, and personal
expenses.
Peru
(Machu Picchu) & Ecuador (Galapagos) 10D/9N
Peru:
Day
1: LIMA.
We will arrive in Lima City. Transfer to the hotel of your choice.
Day
2: LIMA-CUSCO-URUBAMBA.
Early morning transfer to the airport and take the flight (40 min)
to Cusco City, the ancient Capital of the Inca Empire. After arrival
we start our tour with a visit to Sacsayhuaman and Quenqo ruins
continuing afterwards towards the Incas Sacred Valley. Visit to
Pisac Inca Ruins and the Indian market. Visit Ollantaytambo fortress
and hotel. (B).
Day
3: MACHU PICCHU-CUSCO
After breakfast transfer to Ollanta Station. From here we start
a 1-hour train ride along an impressive canyon dug out by the Vilcanota
River on its impetuous way towards the Amazon Rainforest basin.
After our arrival in Aguas Calientes Town, a 30 min bus ride will
take us to the entrance of the citadel, the world famous Machu Picchu.
A guided tour will take us around the amazing ruins. Return to Cusco
late afternoon by the local train and hotel. (B).
Day
4: CUSCO-LIMA.
In the morning, transfer to the airport and flight to Lima. Transfer
to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a 4-hour city tour followed
by a visit to the impressive Gold Museum, one of the most important
in the world containing precious pieces of the pre-Inca and Inca
periods. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner in a local restaurant.
Ecuador:
Day 5: LIMA-QUITO.
Early in the morning flight to Quito City. Arrival and transfer
to your hotel. In the afternoon enjoy visiting the old town including
San Francisco and La Compañia Churches. Visit to the “Middle
of the World”, the monument on the Equator Line and hotel.
(B).
Day
6: QUITO-GALAPAGOS.
Transfer to the airport. A flight of 3 hours will take us to Baltra
Island. Here starts a 4-day trip to observe one of the wonders of
the world, the Galapagos Islands. Arrival and transfer to Pto. Ayora
town. We will visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island and Charles
Darwin Station, a great introduction to the Galapagos wildlife.
(B, L, D)
Day
7: GALAPAGOS.
We will visit Bartolome Island where we can occasionally observe
penguins and enjoy the impressive moonlike volcanic landscape. Afternoon
visit to Sullivan Bay where is a unique opportunity to observe a
recent lava flow of approximately 100 years ago. (B, L, D).
Day
8: GALAPAGOS.
In the morning we will visit PTO. Egas. Located on the west side
of James Island, this site has been seriously affected by mining
activities in the 1960´s. However the sites we visit are of
great beauty and scientific interest. Here we also can observe flamingos,
sea lions and Galapagos doves. In the afternoon visit to Rabida
Island, which has a striking dark red colour due to the high content
of iron. (B, L, D)
Day
9: GALAPAGOS-QUITO.
In the morning visit to Seymour Island. This is the home of the
largest colony of magnificent frigate birds in the Galapagos. There
is also the largest population of blue-footed boobies nesting from
May to November. Transfer to Baltra to take your flight back to
Quito (or Guayaquil). Farewell dinner and hotel. (B, L, D)
Day
10: QUITO.
Transfer out. (B).
Includes: Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language)
+ Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance fees + Hotel +
Noted meals + Galapagos Cruise.
Not included: air tickets, entrance fee to Galapagos National Park,
extras, and tips.
Peru (Machu Picchu) & Ecuador (Galapagos) 15D/14N
Peru:
Day 1: LIMA. We will arrive in Lima City. Transfer to the hotel
of your choice.
Day
2: LIMA-CUSCO-URUBAMBA. Early morning transfer to the airport. A
flight of 40 min will take us to Cusco City, the ancient Capital
of the Inca Empire. After arrival we will visit the Incas Sacred
Valley (Urubamba). Visit to Pisac Inca Ruins and the Indian market.
Visit Ollantaytambo fortress and hotel. (B, L).
Day
3: MACHU PICCHU-URUBAMBA
After breakfast transfer to Ollanta train Station. From here we
start a 1-hour train ride along the impressive Vilcanota River canyon.
After our arrival in Aguas Calientes Town, a 30 min bus ride will
take us to the entrance of the citadel for a guided tour in the
world famous Machu Picchu ruins. By train we will return to Urubamba
and hotel. (B).
Day
4: URUBAMBA - CUSCO
In the morning we will drive back to Cusco on the way on visiting
the colourful Indian market of Chincheros. Visit Sacsayhuaman, Quenqo
and Puca Pucara Ruins on the vicinity of Cusco and hotel. The afternoon
is free to enjoy the city and do some last shopping. (B).
Day
5: CUSCO – LIMA. In the morning transfer to the airport and
we will take a flight to Lima. Transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon
enjoy a 4-hour city tour including a visit to the impressive Gold
Museum, one of the most important in the world, which contains precious
pieces of the pre-Inca and Inca periods. In the evening enjoy a
farewell dinner in a local restaurant (B, D).
Ecuador:
Day
6: LIMA – QUITO. In the morning flight to Quito City. Arrival
and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon we will visit to the
old town including San Francisco and La Compañia Churches.
Visit to the monument on the Equator Line and hotel. (B).
Day
7: QUITO – OTAVALO. In the morning we will drive north towards
Otavalo Town. Visit Cotacachi village, Cuicocha Lake and San Antonio
de Ibarra and stay at a hotel in Otavalo. (B)
Day
8: OTAVALO – QUITO. Early morning visit to the animal market
followed by a visit to the famous Otavalo Indian market, perhaps
one of the most colourful in South America. After lunch enjoy a
short hike on the beautiful highlands of Mojanda Lakes. Late afternoon
we will return to Quito and hotel. (B, BL)
Day
9: QUITO - GALAPAGOS
Transfer to the airport. A flight of 3 hours will take us to Baltra
Island. Here starts a 5-day trip, admiring and observing one of
the wonders of the world, the Galapagos Islands. Arrival and transfer
to your yacht. We will visit Bachas Beach, a great introduction
to the Galapagos wildlife. (B, D)
Day
10: GALAPAGOS
We will visit Plazas and Santa Fe islands. Here we can observe the
endemic land iguanas of Galapagos and cactus forest in the stark
desert landscape. The snorkelling sites are also of great beauty.
(B, L, D)
Day
11: GALAPAGOS
Visit Española Island, perhaps the most important due to
the immense variety of sea birds, sea lions, marine iguanas and
the impressive blow holes at Punta Suarez. (B, L, D)
Day
12: GALAPAGOS This day is to visit the legendary Floreana Island.
After we will visit the Post Office Bay and Corona del Diablo, this
is a snorkelling site. (B, L, D)
Day
13: GALAPAGOS – GUAYAQUIL In the morning we will visit the
famous Charles Darwin Station. Transfer to the airport and flight
to the city of Guayaquil, the biggest city in Ecuador and one of
the most important ports in the west coast of South America and
hotel. (B, L)
Day
14: GUAYAQUIL This day is to enjoy visiting the new many attractions
of this city, which has been transformed in the last 4 years in
a very attractive place. Visit the New Malecon, the colourful Las
Peñas neighbourhood and the very interesting Historical Park
where we can observe different kind of tropical wild life. In the
evening we will have a farewell dinner in a local restaurant. (B,
D)
Day
15: GUAYAQUIL TRANSFER OUT. Transfer out. (B).
Includes:
Transport + English speaking guide (or in requested language) +
Train tickets (RT) + Public bus (RT) + Entrance fees + Hotel + Noted
meals + Galapagos Cruise
Not
included: air tickets, entrance fee to Galapagos National Park,
extras, and tips. |
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