 Land of the Inca & Galapagos Islands 2009
Before you experience the contrasts of Peru, explore the black volcanic landscapes of the Galapagos Islands and get acquainted with a vast array of colorful wildlife, such as iguanas, flamingoes, Galapagos penguins and tortoises. Highlights Lima
Sacred Valley
Ollantaytambo
Machu Picchu
Cuzco
Puno
Lake Titicaca
Taquile Island
Ica
Ballestas
Whats Included
Sightseeing Highlights Lima: Sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop's Palace, the San Francisco Monastery.Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautiful areas in the world.Machu Picchu: Excursion to the famous ruined Inca city at Machu Picchu.Ollantaytambo: Take a walking tour through the quaint village.Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the centre of the empire "Plaza de Armas".Puno: Board the train and travel through the Andes Mountains to Puno on Lake Titicaca.Lake Titicaca: Tour the Floating Islands of the native Uros Indians.Travel to Taquile Island to meet the natives renowned for their hand-weaving techniques.Ica: Visit the Ica Archaelogical MuseumBallestas: Cruise to these beautiful islands.
Dining Highlights11 Breakfasts8 lunches5 Dinners24 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel HighlightsServices of an English-speaking Tour Director.Internal economy flight from Lima to Cuzco and Juliaca to Lima.A wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.Taxes, entrance fees and service charges at hotels, along with mandatory luggage handling fees at the airports and hotels are all included.Scheduled round-trip flights if Trafalgar issues the tickets.NOTE:
The altitude of Lake Titicaca is 12,600 feet and Cuzco is 11,444 feet. |
| Call (615) 876-9001 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8181704 | | Trafalgar Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Depart USA - Arrive in Quito, Ecuador :
Upon arrival in Quito, check into your hotel.
Hotel: Dann Carlton | | Day 2 | Santa Cruz Island | Quito - Baltra Island - Santa Cruz Island :
Fly to Baltra, one of the remote Galapagos Islands. Transfer to your deluxe cruise ship, the M/V Galapagos Explorer II. This afternoon, visit Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill), on Santa Cruz Island. This is a great place to spot land iguanas, flamingoes, Darwin's finches, stilts, pintail ducks and flycatchers. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 3 | Santiago Island | Bartholome Island - Santiago Island :
Bartholome Island is best known for its volcanic features. After a short hike past salt bushes and cactus, delight in the dramatic view. Next, stop in a cove with a chance for snorkeling next to Galapagos penguins, the only penguins north of the equator. Perhaps, ride on a glass bottom boat. This afternoon visit Santiago Island. Keep an eye open for sea lions, marine iguanas and sally light foot crabs. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 4 | Isabela Island | Fernandina Island - Isabela Island :
Cruise to Fernandina Island. From Punta Espinoza, walk through a mangrove forest and across black volcanic rock to see marine iguanas and sea lions. This afternoon visit Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela. This promontory is set overlooking two coves. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 5 | Santa Cruz Island | North Seymour Island - Santa Cruz Island :
The flat island of North Seymour is home to sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. This afternoon on Santa Cruz Island, board a coach for a tour of the highlands. Here, giant tortoises live wild. There's also time to hike the tunnels made by cooling lava. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 6 | Lima | San Cristobal - Guayaquil - Lima :
Visit the Interpretation Center, focusing on the history and wildlife of the Islands, or Loberia, keeping watch for sea lions and birds. Then board your flight to the Guayaquil and connect to your Lima flight. Arrive in Lima in the early evening, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (Breakfast)
NOTE: City sightseeing and lunch in Lima will not be available for passengers purchasing the Galapagos cruise pre-extension. | | Day 7 | Sacred Valley | Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley :
Fly to Cuzco this morning. Head into the scenic Sacred Valley and stop at the market in Pisac. There is time to bargain for Peruvian arts and crafts before driving across the Valley. This is one of the most beautiful areas found anywhere in the world. At Ollantaytambo, a walking tour introduces you to the quaint village. Just outside of town, admire the ruins of a mighty Inca fortress. Later, travel to your hotel in Urubamba. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley | | Day 8 | Machu Picchu | Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu :
Transfer to the train station for the Vistadome Valley train journey to Machu Picchu. There is time to explore the magnificent ruins of the "Lost City of the Incafes" on your own after a guided walking tour. Enjoy lunch before making the short trip to your hotel in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Hotel: Sumaq Machu Picchu
Note: On the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can be taken. Your main suitcafese will be transferred to Cuzco and stored. | | Day 9 | Cuzco | Machu Picchu - Cuzco (2 nights) :
Return to Machu Picchu with your local guide for the last impressions of this extraordinary monument. Hiking enthusiasts may want to climb Wayne Picchu. Later, by train and coach back to Cuzco, where the evening is free. (Breakfast / Lunch) Hotel: Novotel Cuzco | | Day 10 | Cuzco | Cuzco :
Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still be seen today. A morning city tour shows you the Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral. Then, visit the San Blas district, with its historic church and its wealth of arts and crafts. Also, visit several Inca ruins including the fortresses of Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay. The remainder of the day is free. Dinner tonight is at a popular local restaurant complete with Peruvian folkloric music. (Breakfast / Dinner) | | Day 11 | Puno | Cuzco - Puno (2 nights) :
A day of great scenery and history as you head to Lake Titicaca, the cradle of the Aymara civilization and the birthplace of the Inca Empire. Along the way visit the charming highland villages of Racchi, with its interesting archaeological complex, and Andahuaylillas, known for the 7th century church, considered the Sistine Chapel of the Americafes. Your last stop is ancient Sillustani and its necropolis, where you can see the intriguing "chullpas" or burial towers of the Colla people. End the day in Puno, where your hotel overlooks Lake Titicaca. (Breakfast / Buffet Lunch / Dinner)
Hotel: Jose Antonio Puno | | Day 12 | Puno | Lake Titicaca Excursion :
Set sail for a fascinating day on Lake Titicaca. First, visit one of the floating islands of the Uros. For hundreds of years the livelihood of this "water tribe" was based on the benefits of the totora reed. The reed is used to build their homes, boats, and the islands they live on. Next, travel to Taquile Island and meet the Quechua-speaking natives who are renowned for their hand-weaving techniques. After lunch, return to Puno, where your evening is free. (Breakfast / Lunch) | | Day 13 | Ica | Puno - Lima - Ica (2 nights) :
Depart from Puno this morning and fly to Lima. Then travel along the Pan American Highway, dotted with villages and vistas of the South Pacific, to historic Ica. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Hotel: Hotel Las Dunas | | Day 14 | Ica | Ica - Nazca Lines Flight :
Your first stop this morning is at the Ica Archaeological Museum with its collection of Nazca Indian artifacts. Then a highlight: board your aircraft for the flight over the Nazca Lines - a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil thousands of years ago, some up to 1,000 feet long. After this breathtaking experience, the rest of the day is free for independent exploration and to enjoy the resort facilities. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) | | Day 15 | Lima | Ica - Ballestas Excursion - Lima :
Board a motorboat and cruise to the Ballestas Islands, which are inhabited by a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds, including sea lions, boobies, and Humboldt penguins. The bay's beautiful red and white flamingos supposedly inspired General San Martin to design the independence flag for Peru. The huge Candelabro, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracafes cliffside, can also be seen as you cruise back to shore. Leave Ica, stopping at Hacienda Caravedo, a traditional Pisco winery. Enjoy lunch and a tour, and sample some Pisco, a typical Peruvian brandy made from grapes. Later, return to Lima for a Farewell Dinner. (Breakfast / Lunch / Farewell Dinner) | | Day 16 | Return USA | Depart Lima - USA :
Transfer to the airport for your daytime flight home. (Breakfast). |
| | * Internal flights are included.
** Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour.
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