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Discover the Galapagos and Peru
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Natural and historic treasures await you on this 15-day cruise vacation in Peru and the Galapagos Islands. Begin your adventure in Lima, with a walking tour that visits the cathedral and San Francisco Monastery. Next, fly to Cuzco, once the capital of the Inca Empire. Continue into the Sacred Valley and visit the nearby Inca baths of Tambomachay, the ancient site of Puca Pucara, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. On to the mountain village of Pisac, then visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. A train ride ushers you through the Urubamba Valley before you arrive at the mystical Machu Picchu, "The Lost City of the Incas."? Return to Cuzco for a guided visit of its cathedral and Santo Domingo monastery, and dinner featuring Andean Folkloric Music. Next, fly to Quito, with an excursion to Cotopaxi National Park and a ride on the Chiva Express. From Quito, fly to Baltra Island and board the M/V Santa Cruz yacht for four days of cruising among various Galapagos Islands and a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station. Return to Quito, with a full day at leisure.
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| Call for more information or to book today! Mention code 6534035 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Lima | Board your flight to Lima, the capital of Peru and known as the City of Kings. Your flight to South America arrives late this evening where you will be met by your Local Host. | | Day 2 | Lima | Your Local Guide focuses on the city's colonial heritage during today's walking tour. Start at the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and visit the CATHEDRAL, where the remains of Francisco Pizarro, the founder of Lima, are housed. From here, stroll to the SAN FRANCISCO MONASTERY with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. This evening, meet your Tour Director and enjoy a WELCOME DINNER with your fellow traveling companions. (B,D) | | Day 3 | Sacred Valley | Fly to Cuzco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Continue into the Sacred Valley and visit the nearby Inca baths of TAMBOMACHAY and the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater with its stone altars and labyrinth of passages. See the ancient site of Puca Pucara before reaching the TEMPLE OF SACSAYHUAMAN. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones""with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons""was built. Next, visit Pisac, an old mountain village where you will have the chance to visit a local home and experience their way of life. Enjoy free time in the town center to browse colorful stalls where vendors sell their handicrafts, ranging from fine alpaca sweaters and blankets to hand-painted ornamental dishes and vases. (B,L,D) | | Day 4 | Machu Picchu | Begin the morning with a visit to the Inca fortress of OLLANTAYTAMBO. Next, board a TRAIN through the lush Urubamba Valley. Ascend to legendary MACHU PICCHU, "The Lost City of the Incas,"? high above the valley and overlaid with dense tropical jungle. Your Local Guide will bring you closer to the lives and mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures, built by the pre-Columbian masters of this sacred land. (B,L,D) | | Day 5 | Cuzco | Enjoy the tranquility of the morning with free time to wander the ruins at your own pace and absorb the magic that is Machu Picchu. After lunch, return to Ollantaytambo by train and continue to Cuzco. (B,L) | | Day 6 | Cuzco | Learn more about the Incas and their struggle against the invading Spaniards, visiting the imposing CATHEDRAL and the SANTO DOMINGO MONASTERY on your guided tour. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by ANDEAN FOLKLORIC MUSIC. (B,D) | | Day 7 | Quito | Today, fly to Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, and begin the Ecuadorian portion of your vacation. Tonight enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) | | Day 8 | Quito | Today's adventure begins with a ride on the "CHIVA EXPRESS,"? a colorful one-coach train, like a bus on tracks. A highlight of the trip is to "ride the roof"? and take in the panoramic views of the stunning Andean region of Ecuador. Up top in the open air you will enjoy the ever-changing scenery as you roll along the rails, passing local villages and country homes. Stopping in the moorlands surrounding COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK enjoy lunch at a local family's hacienda where your meal comes from the surrounding area""with fresh cheese from the farm, vegetables just picked from the garden, homemade desserts, and natural seasonings. There will be time to horseback ride, bird watch or explore the surroundings on foot before the return to Quito in the afternoon. (B,L) | | Day 9 | Quito | An included sightseeing tour showcases Quito's treasures: the historic stone murals of the LEGISLATIVE PALACE; Independence Plaza and the 16th-century SAN FRANCISCO MONASTERY; the Jesuit's LA COMPANIA CHURCH with its stunning golden altars; and the impressive paintings at the WORKSHOP AND MUSEUM of Oswaldo Guayasamin. Be sure to have your photo taken in front of the EQUATORIAL MONUMENT, "the center of the world." (B) | | Day 10 | Cruising | A morning flight to Baltra, one of the remote Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival, board the sleek MV Santa Cruz and enjoy four days of CRUISING among various Galapagos Islands. Each day, travel ashore to the remote islands with your expert naturalist who introduces you to the unique fauna living free and fearless of man. Today, visit San Cristobal Island, where Charles Darwin first set foot in the Galapagos back in 1835. This island is home to seabirds like blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, herons, and frigate birds. Also look for the Chatham (San Cristobal) Mockingbird and Chatham Lava Lizard-both species are endemic to this island and seen nowhere else in Galapagos. (B,L,D) Please note: The ship's itinerary may vary according to the Galapagos National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, and seasonal changes to create the perfect crosssection of sites visited. | | Day 11 | Galapagos Islands Cruising | Your exploration continues on Espanola (Hood Island). Here, you will see unique sea bird colonies, including the waved albatrosses (April-December), Nazca and blue-footed boobies, Darwin's finches, and the famous blowhole. Also, look for red-green-black marine iguanas and a rookery of sea lions right at the landing site. This afternoon, visit a brackish-water lagoon on Floreana where Greater Flamingos, pintail ducks, common stilts, herons, and sandpipers may be observed. For marine enthusiasts this is a great place for snorkeling! (B,L,D) | | Day 12 | Galapagos Islands Cruising | This morning brings you to the youngest island, Fernandina. Having no introduced mammals, Fernandina has a very unique environment and the highest density of marine iguanas. Sharing their habitat are sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and hawks. In the afternoon, enjoy coastal exploration along the cliffs of sunken Ecuador Volcano by panga, where our naturalist guides explain the dramatic geology of the area with remains of lava flows and tuff stone layers. This is the nesting place for flightless cormorants, the only birds in the world that have changed from flying birds to diving birds. Wildlife here includes sea lions, Galapagos penguins, blue-footed and Nazca boobies, and noddy terns. (B,L,D) | | Day 13 | Quito | Early this morning, visit the CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION, established to help conserve the Islands' natural habitat and protect the famous giant tortoises. Depart the Galapagos today for Quito. This evening, gather with your fellow traveling companions as your Tour Director hosts a special FAREWELL DINNER to celebrate an unforgettable experience. (B,D) | | Day 14 | Quito | A full day at leisure. Late this evening, your homebound flight departs. (B) Please Note: Homebound flights may be booked for any time this day; accommodations are not provided this evening. | | Day 15 | Return Home | An early morning arrival is ideal for making homebound connections. |
| | | LIMA Melia Lima (SF) | | SACRED VALLEY Casa Andina Private Collection (SF) | | MACHU PICCHU Sunag Hotel (F) | | CUZCO Libertador (MF) | | QUITO Hilton Colon (SF) | | GALAPAGOS CRUISE M/V Santa Cruz |
| | US$ Price Details Applicable air fare taxes and fees Single Room Supplement : $1900Triples are not available
Extra nights per person in Lima
in single room $178; in twin room $100Extra nights per person in Quito
in single room $117; in twin room $76 Cruise pricing is based on cabins located on the main deck. Upgrades are available. Please call for pricing
Please note: Land-only passengers should book their homebound flight anytime on Day 14 of the tour; hotel accommodations are not provided Night 14.
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices. Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking. Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable. Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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