Galápagos & Machu Picchu 9 Days or 16 Days, prices start at $9,995 > 여행/스포츠/레저

 this unique journey to discover the natural and cultural wonders of Ecuador and Peru. Begin in Ecuador where the M/V Galápagos Explorer II awaits you for a four-day cruise of the living laboratory where Charles Darwin studied and collected samples of exotic flora and fauna. Explore the islands by Zodiacs, hike through volcanic landscapes and swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters. Then travel in style to the ancient lands of the Incas. Expert guides introduce you to the sacred Urubamba Valley and the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman on private tours. Take a deluxe train to the mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu and spend a night at the only hotel overlooking the ruins. Enjoy preferred access to the ruins at sunset and sunrise, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Along the way, immerse yourself in the local culture with VIP touches such as a private choir performance inside a 16th-century monastery, private tours of world-renowned art collections and a unique visit to a local school in the Urubamba Valley

 

 

DAYS 1 – 3
Quito, Ecuador
Set in a valley ringed by snowcapped volcanoes, Quito welcomes
you. Explore its many colonial churches, monasteries and
museums, and visit the Equatorial Monument. Tour a rose
plantation and visit the owner’s family home and private chapel.
Visit the famous Otavalo market to admire the handcrafted
textiles of the local, indigenous people. In the small town of
Peguche — Ecuador’s center of weaving — enjoy strolling
through the town’s narrow streets where quaint shops abound.
Plaza Grande, Quito

 

DAYS 4 – 7
The Galápagos Islands
The M/V Galápagos Explorer II awaits you for a 5-day cruise of the
living laboratory where Charles Darwin studied and collected
samples of the flora and fauna. His observations on the islands’
diverse species would later become the basis for the Theory
of Evolution. You’ll explore the islands by Zodiacs and find
opportunities to hike along scenic pathways, swim and snorkel
in crystal-clear waters.
M/V Galápagos Explorer II

DAYS 8 & 9
Guayaquil, Ecuador & Depart for Home
Those with limited time may leave this journey on Day 8,
fly to Guayaquil for an overnight stay at Hotel Oro Verde
in Guayaquil and then return home on Day 9.
DAYS 8 & 9
Lima, Peru
Explore the sights of colonial Lima with a visit to the San
Francisco Monastery and the Plaza de Armas Square. View the
world’s largest private collection of Peruvian Pre-Columbian
art at the Larco-Herrera Museum. Enjoy a private lunch in
Casa Aliaga, the oldest private mansion in continuous use in
the western hemisphere. You’ll also visit Enrico Poli’s private
collection of rare Peruvian and Pre-Columbian crafts.
Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima

DAYS 10 & 11
Urubamba Valley
Your time in the Urubamba Valley, the Sacred Valley of the
Incas, helps to acclimatize with the high altitude by ascending
it gradually. During your stay in the Urubamba Valley — the
Sacred Valley of the Incas — you’ll visit the artisan market
of Pisac and explore the lovely Andean village of Chinchero.
Enjoy a visit to the Willoq community, where you can learn
about their culture from the children at the local school.
Tambo del Inka Resort & Spa, Urubamba Valley

DAY 12
Machu Picchu
Board the scenic Vistadome train to Machu Picchu, the last bastion
of the Inca Empire. The photos of this spectacular citadel
perched high in the mountains hardly convey the awe-inspiring
feeling of being here. You’ll have the opportunity to witness
a sunrise over the ruins — an unforgettable experience.
Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, Machu Picchu

DAYS 13 & 14
Cuzco
High in the Andes, more than 10,000 feet above sea level, Cuzco
was founded in the 15th century by the Incas and was later
conquered by the Spanish. You’ll explore the Convent of Santo
Domingo, known as Korikancha to the Incas, a temple devoted
to worship of the sun, and tour the countryside to see the
National Archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman.
Hotel Monasterio, Cuzco
The Best of
Accommodations
M/V Galapagos Explorer II
The M/V Galápagos Explorer II is the most elegant vessel
cruising the Galápagos’ waters. It is designed to provide
both comfort and scientific information to 100 passengers
visiting the Galápagos National Park. All of the spacious
suites offer outside views and are fully air-conditioned.
They are equipped with marble bathroom, hair dryer,
closed-circuit TV, mini-bar and satellite telephone.
Cruise in style
Enjoy modern conveniences in an historic setting

DAYS 15 & 16
Lima & Depart for Home
Return to Lima for an afternoon at leisure before your evening
flight home on Day 15, arriving home the following day.
Miraflores Park Hotel (day room), Lima
NOTE: High Altitude. This journey spends three nights in Cuzco at over
10,000 feet, and three nights in Quito at over 9,200 feet. These high altitudes
will affect your blood pressure and breathing. Caution must be observed.
Your Journey Includes 9- or 16-day journey with luxury
accommodations including hotel taxes and service charges, 5-day
cruise, services of a renowned Travcoa Travel Director, all transfers,
all transportation with the exception of air, all meals including Dine-
Around program, all sightseeing and excursions per itinerary including
all entrance fees.

 

JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
• Dine privately at Lima’s Casa Aliaga, South
America’s oldest private home occupied by
the same family since 1535
• Enjoy an exclusive visit to the private Enrico
Poli art collection, the world’s largest assembly
of Pre-Columbian art
• Tour a family-owned rose farm outside of Quito
and enjoy a private lunch at a colonial hacienda
• Explore the remote islands of the Galápagos
with expert guides and naturalists