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Highlights of Peru & Cruise of the Galapagos Islands 2010
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Each day of this travel experience brings you up close to the lush rainforests and exotic wildlife of beautiful, tranquil Costa Rica. Explore popular Tortuguero National Park and the peaceful Monteverde Cloud Forest. Highlights Lima
Sacred Valley
Ollantaytambo
Machu Picchu
Cuzco
Whats Included Sightseeing Highlights
Lima Sightseeing includes views of the Plaza San Martin, the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the San Francisco Monastery.Sacred Valley Visit one of the most beautiful areas in the world.Ollantaytambo Take a walking tour through the quaint village.Machu Picchu Take the Vistadome Valley train to the famous ancient Inca city.Cuzco Visit the Inca city and the center of the empire, Plaza de Armas (Altitude 11,444 feet).Dining Highlights
7 Breakfasts2 Dinners"Be My Guest" speciality lunch in LimaFarewell Dinner in Cuzco14 additional meals on the Galapagos extensionFirst Class Travel Highlights
All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport.Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar.Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local host on Galapagos extension.Sightseeing program as indicated in itinerary, including admission charges, where applicable.Hotel taxes and service charges.Portfolio of travel documents.Please note:
You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee. |
| Call (907) 376-5231 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8649789 | | Trafalgar Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Depart USA :
Board your overnight flight. Depending on your flight schedule you may arrive in Lima on Day 1 in the late evening. | | Day 2 | Tortuguero National Park | San Jose - Tortuguero National Park (2 nights) :
You will be met and transferred to your hotel, where your room is ready for check-in. This afternoon, your vacation begins with a special visit to the "Casa Diez Canseco," the private home of the Diez Canseco family. A guided tour shows you the house, plus you will hear stories of Spanish conquerors and Peruvian Presidents, all family ancestors. Savor a "Be My Guest" home-cooked Peruvian meal before heading out for a city tour. See colonial sights such as the Plaza San Martin, the Cathedral and the Municipal Palace. Then visit the Church of San Francisco, with its unique wooden cupola over the imperial staircafese and underground catacombs. On to Miraflores, full of shops and restaurants. Stop in the district of San Isidro on the way back to the hotel, where the evening is free. (Breakfast / Be My Guest lunch)
Hotel: San Agustin Exclusive Hotel | | Day 3 | Sacred Valley | Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley :
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival, head into the beautiful Sacred Valley. Stop at the Pisac Market, where there is time to bargain for Peruvian handicrafts. Then continue on to Ollantaytambo, a typical Inca community. Towering above the town there is the huge Inca fortress, also called Ollantaytambo. Steep stone terraces rising from the edge of the town lead up to the fortress ruins at the top of the hill. There is time to admire the ruins and the town before dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Pakaritampu Hotel | | Day 4 | Machu Picchu | Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu :
Transfer to the train station for your Vistadome Valley train journey to Machu Picchu. "The Lost City of the Incafes" was built about 1450 and abandoned one hundred years later. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. You will have time to explore the ruins on your own after a guided walking tour. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Hatuchay Tower
On the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can be taken. Your main suitcafese will be transferred to Cuzco and stored. | | Day 5 | Cuzco | Machu Picchu - Cuzco (2 nights) :
Return to Machu Picchu for last impressions of the magnificent ruins. You are free to stroll at your own pace, or perhaps hike Wayna Picchu. Later, travel by train and coach to Cuzco, where your evening is free. (Breakfast)
Hotel: Eco Inn Cuzco | | Day 6 | Cuzco | Cuzco :
Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend. With a history of more than 3,000 years, it is one of the oldest existing cities in the Americafes. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still be seen today. A morning city tour shows you Cuzco's most important landmarks, including the Inca street of Loreto, which is made of 12 cornered stones, the Temple of the Sun called Ahuajpinta and the Cathedral. Continue on to visit the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, the shrines of Kenqo Tambomachay and more. The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, relish a Farewell Dinner and folklore show at a local restaurant. (Breakfast / Farewell dinner) | | Day 7 | Lima | Cuzco - Lima :
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. The balance of the day is free. (Breakfast)
Hotel: San Agustin Exclusive Hotel | | Day 8 | Quito | Lima - Quito (2 nights) :
Fly to Quito. You will be transferred to your hotel, where your evening is free. (Breakfast)
Hotel: Mercure Grand Hotel Alameda | | Day 9 | Quito | Quito :
On a morning tour, see Quito's colonial quarter, a World Heritage Cultural Site. You will also stop at the Equatorial Monument, which marks the middle of the world. Your afternoon is free. (Breakfast) | | Day 10 | Santa Cruz Island | Quito - Baltra Island - Santa Cruz Island :
Fly to Baltra, one of the remote Galapagos Islands, then transfer to your ship, the M/V Santa Cruz. This afternoon, a panga ride through mangrove swamps reveals boobies, frigates and pelicans. Disembark for an easy hike to Dragon Hill, where you will see land iguanas and a variety of birds. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 11 | Santiago Island | Bartholome Island - Santiago Island :
Bartholome Island is best known for its volcanic features. After a short hike, delight in the view. Next, stop in a cove with a chance for snorkeling. Perhaps, ride on a glass bottom boat. This afternoon visit Santiago Island with it's black beach and dramatic rock formations. Keep an eye open for fur sea lions, marine iguanas and oystercatchers. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 12 | North Seymour Island | Tower Island - North Seymour Island :
Disembark at Rabida Island for a stroll. Here you can see marine iguanas, sea lions, yellow warblers and more. This afternoon, cruise to North Seymour Island, home to sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 13 | Santa Cruz Island | Santa Fe Island - Santa Cruz Island :
Take a bus ride to the highlands of Santa Cruz to see the island's giant tortoises in their wild habitat. After lunch, visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the rearing in captivity program for giant tortoises. Then there is time to browse in the handicraft shops. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 14 | Depart Guayaquil | San Cristobal Island / Depart Guayaquil :
Disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Visit the Interpretation Center that focuses on the history and wildlife of the area. Later fly to Guayaquil to connect with your homebound flight. (Do not schedule your flight before 5 p.m.) (Breakfast) | | Day 15 | Return Home | Arrive home |
| | ** Single room supplement: $2195
** This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
*** 2011 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2010
**** Airport departure taxes may also apply at some airports in South America.
***** Galapagos entrance fee of US$100 and Galapagos transit card of $10 are included in the selling price.
****** The "LAND ONLY" prices include all Intra-South America air.
******* You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to many South American countries.
******** There is a 44 lb. weight restriction for luggage on Galapagos flights. All cruise itineraries are subject to change.
********* Santa Cruz fuel surcharge is additional and will be advised at the time of booking.
********** The above prices are per person based on double occupancy in a standard cabin on the Main Deck.
*********** The Land Only price includes all intra-tour flights.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
- All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page. |
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