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DAY 01:International arrival in Lima
Assistance on your arrival in Lima and transfer to your selected hotel. Free time to rest and prepare for starting your trip around this unusual city and magical country.
Meals Included: None
DAY 02:Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast, guided sightseeing tour to the most attractive and important sites in Lima, the " City of Kings ". The tour includes Lima's Historical Centre, passing by Plaza San Martin, The Main Plaza, the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral and its Religious Art Museum, the Church of Santo Domingo, with the tombs of Santa Rosa and San Martin de Porras, and Lima's Colonial Balconies.
We will visit the Convent and Church of San Francisco, the greatest monumental complex of Colonial Art in America and Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The tour includes a visit to the Basilica of 21 altars, Convent of Cloisters, Capitulary and Clementine Rooms, Chorus and Library of the Monks, a Museum showing 11 paintings of the Rubens School, the Sacristy with paintings of Surbaran and Ribera, its great patio decorated with Seville tiles of XVIth Century, Moorish arches and underground Catacombs. We will also visit El Olivar Park with olive trees brought from Spain in the XVth Century, the Central Park of Miraflores and Larcomar, a symbol of modern Lima and a tourist and entertainment centre as well as a privileged site to enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean.
Meals Included:Breakfast
DAY 03:Lima / Cusco: Sightseeing tour and Nearby Ruins
Breakfast. Transfer to Lima Airport for your fly to Cusco Upon arrivel transfer to the selected hotel Morning at leisure. Lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, we will have a guided sightseeing tour of Cusco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun or Korikancha Then, we drive out of the City to visit the Inca sites of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara and the impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, strategically built on a hill overlooking Cusco and famous for its enormous carved stones, some of them standing over 9m / 30ft high and weighing over 350 tons.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 04:Cusco: Sacred Valley of the Incas / Aguas Calientes ( Machupicchu )
Early morning excursion to the Urubamba Valley, the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Visit to the picturesque indian Pisac Market held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, the shopping paradise of the Andes where barter is still practiced. Enjoy the unique atmosphere during a typical lunch. In the afternoon, passing through the Towns of Calca and Urubamba, we visit the Inca Fortress and Citadel of Ollantaytambo, built to guard the entrance to this part of the Valley, and protect it from possible invasion from the tribes in the Lower jungle. You can walk through the quaint streets of the nearby Town, and get a good idea of what this strategic Mlitary, Religious, and Agricultural Centre was like during the era of the Inca Empire. Late afternoon ride by train to Aguas Calientes 2 hrs ( Hot Spring Machupicchu )
Evening free. We suggest strolling around the Main Square and enjoy the night atmosphere trying a delicious Pisco Sour in some of the many pubs around the Square of Hot Sprin Aguas Calientes
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 05:Machu Picchu — Aguas Calientes / Ollantaytambo / Cusco
The day starts with an early morning rise to Bus Station for a 20’ journey to the famous Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, also known as " The Lost City of the Incas ". bus drive, climbing 6km of winding road, to the incredible site of Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, we'll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, The Sacred Sun Dial the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. After the tour you will have free time to stroll around the Archaeological Site on your own. Lunch at a local restaurant.
Evening free. Return to the hotel and get ready to enjoy a dinner with a folklore show in a typical restaurant where the musicians play their melodies with Andean instruments of beautiful sounds, while typically dressed dancers will show you different ancient Peruvian dances.
p.m. Rest of the day free, Excellent opportunity to enjoy a beautiful around the Town of Aguas Calientes and visit its Hot Springs Thermal waters. Then, you will have time to perform some of the following activities: (Not included in the overall price):
1. MANDOR WATERFALLS. Visiting Mandor Waterfall is an unforgettable adventure. It is an area of lush forest surrounding the town of Machu Picchu. You just have to follow the railway line from Machu Picchu Pueblo for a 45 minute-hike. You will reach a railway crossing, from which you will see a small group of houses whose dwellers will tell you how to reach Mandor Waterfall
2. For active or more adventurous people, we suggest to climb up the Huayna Picchu or Putukusi ( Depending on weather conditions ) from where you can appreciate the immensity of Machu Picchu, even more amazing being so high and distant. Arriving at the top takes about two hours and a half and it is recommendable before 13:00 hours. It is necessary to register at the checking point at the beginning of the trail. An exciting adventure for the travellers who want to see from the top, the nature and the carved rock emerging from the ground as if by a geological miracle.
In the afternoon, back to Cusco by train, first train leave at 14.45 p.m last one 19.00 p.m 4 hrs trip upon arrivel transfer to your selected hotel for overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 06:Cusco / Lima / Quito ( Ecuador )
This day after breakfast we will transfer to Cusco Airport for your fly to Lima and Quito ( Ecuador ) Upon arrivel transfer to the selected hotel p,m. A comprehensive city tour includes visits to residential neighbourhoods at the northern end of the city, visiting the " Guapulo Mirador", passing through the 12 of October Avenue up to the Culture House and the Legislative Palace (Congress) where the rock murals that are related to the history of Ecuador can be appreciated.
The tour will then continue through the Gran Colombia Avenue up to the Basilica Church, where we will make a brief stop and next, the «San Juan Mirador» from where you will have a beautiful sight of The Colonial Quito.
After walking through the colonial streets we will then stop at the Independence Plaza admiring the Cathedral, the Government's Palace, and the Archiepiscopal palace. Furthermore, we will visit The Company Church where adornments and gold altars can be appreciated, a visit to the Sagrario Church and San Francisco Church, which was built during the 17th century, will be also done. And then, we will be heading to the «Panecillo Mirador», the most famous hill of Quito, from where a sight of the colonial and modern Quito will be taken.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 07: Welcome to Baltra Island Galapagos
After brerakfast transfer to the Airprot from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra Island's airport. Upon arrivel From here you are transferred by bus and ferry to the island of Santa Cruz. The bus will then take you to Promecius Ranch where you will lunch and then take a walk to find the Giant Tortoises in the wild. On our way to the hotel this Galapagos land tour will take you to walk through the lava tunnels formed by lava streams thousands of years ago. back to the hotel in the town of Puerto Ayora you can relax and walk around.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 8:A Marine Adventure This day you will visit one of the following islands: South Plaza, Bartolome, North Seymour or Floreana (Devil's Crown). The coves and islets around these Islands are prime snorkeling spots where you can spot tropical fishes, rays, sea turtles, sharks, sea lions, anemones and sea stars. You will spend the entire day snorkeling and enjoying the open ocean. Lunch will be on board.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9:Conservation and Community
Early morning you are off to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about the conservation research that is being carried out in the Galapagos. This land tour will also take you to visit the Tortoise Breeding Center. Meet Lonesome George the last of his species, see the giant tortoise corrals where you can get up close with these enchanting animals and the land iguanas. Darwins Finches Yellow Warblers and Mockingbirds can be seen in the cactus forest at the station. After lunch we head off to the highlands to visit a coffee and sugar cane plantation. we have a chance to learn about the processes and taste the coffee, sugar cane juice and a surprise beverage. You will then return to town and have a relaxing evening to spend watching the sunset at a seaside restaurant of your choosing.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 10:Tortuga Bay, Mangroves and on to San Cristobal
During the Galapagos land tour of this day you will have a choice to take a trip to the nearby idyllic Galapagos Beach Tortuga Bay, or to sleep in and have time in the town for shopping. If you want to visit the beach you will wake up early, and head off for a 35 minute walk to a gorgeous stretch of fine white sand. You will be able to swim in the surf and then you can take a walk to the mangroves nearby to learn about the importance of mangrove ecosystems. After lunch you will be boarding a private yacht to take you to the charming Island of San Cristobal. Throughout the trip you will most definitely spot some beautiful Galapagos Birds such as the Red-Billed Tropic Bird, the Noddy Tern and the Galapagos Petrel, We will arrive in the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno where you will be checking into a lovely hotel with a view of the bay.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 11:Meeting the Sea Lions
will begin with a visit to the Interpretation Center and a walk to the beautiful Tijeretas cove for a snorkeling adventure. You may see Green Sea Turtles and a range of tropical fishes including parrot fishes. On the way back to town you will stop to admire Punta Corola where the locals like to surf. We can arrange surf lessons if you want. After lunch you will go kayaking out to where the Green Sea Turtles swim and along the coast to enjoy the birds and sea life. In the evening of this Galapagos land tour you can explore the town which still has the feel of a sleepy fishing village. Watch and listen to the Galapagos Sea lions barking along the shore.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 12:Discovering the Underwater World
This day we will go on board a private boat to Lobos Island where you will have a chance to snorkel with baby sea lions, watch Marine Iguanas basking on the rocks and view a Frigate Bird nesting site. You will then head off to Leon Dormido (Sleeping Lion, or Kicker Rock), the remains of an old tuff cone, to snorkel through the channel created by tectonic pressures. Here you will see Galapagos White-tipped and Hammerhead Sharks as well as Eagle and Golden rays. Diving is highly recommended. You will then continue on to Playa Ochoa which is a lovely white-sand beach where you will have lunch and time to swim and explore.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 13:Experience Galapagos Village Life
We will take our boat back to Santa Cruz. It is not uncommon to spot pilot or sperm whales or to see dolphins jumping in the wake of the boat. When you arrive you will have time to organize your things and then you'll have a very special Goodbye Lunch. In the afternoon you can shop for souvenirs, visit the fish market, and take photos of the town. You will have a chance to relax and reflect upon your experiences on this Galapagos land tour, have one last coffee overlooking the bay, or one last ice-cream walking along the boardwalk.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 14:Los Gemelos and Return to the Continent / Guayaquil
Today is The end of this Galapagos land tour is near but, on the way to the airport you will stop to see Los Gemelos, giant craters formed by collapsing lava bubbles. To reach these amazing geological phenomena we will take a walk through the Scalesia forest, a plant that is endangered and found only in the Galapagos. You might spot the Vermillion Flycatcher and some farewell Darwin Finches. You will then be taken to the airport to check in and await your flight to Guayaquil. Upon arrivel transfer to the selected hotel Enjoy the Simón Bolívar Park, also called “the park of the iguanas”, as they roam around the park undisturbed and perch on the treetops, blending perfectly with the green leaves. Beside the park is the neo-gothic Metropolitan Cathedral. Then drive to the Crystal Palace, the Integration Square, the Plaza of the Flags and the Plaza Olmedo, which are together to the southern side of Guayaquil’s ravishing Malecon 2000, a 2.5 Km. (1.5 mile) waterfront, running parallel to the River Guayas and featuring historical, cultural and entertainment areas. An easy walk leads to La Rotonda, which commemorates the meeting of Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin.
To the north is Santa Ana Hill, and the oldest neighborhood of Guayaquil, Las Peñas, which has been beautifully restored with bright colored wooden constructions housing many art galleries. A view of Guayaquil’s cemetery allows the observation of outstanding marble sculptures by famous Italian artists. The visit also includes the new Malecon Waterfront de El Salado. Then enjoy lunch at one of the city’s excellent restaurants, with Ecuadorian specialties.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 15: Guayaquil / Home
Time required transfer to Guayaquil Airport for your fly back home
Meals Included: Breakfast
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