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Lima - Cuzco -
Machu Picchu – Land Based Galapagos Adventure tour
Day 1: Lima You are welcomed by our staff at the airport and transferred to your hotel. During the ride we will tell you about Lima and Peru and go through your itinerary day by day. We will also answer any question you may have.
Day 2: Lima (B) After breakfast, a guided tour of colonial and modern Lima which includes the cathedral built in 1654 where the remains of Francisco Pizarro rest, the Main Square with a bronze fountain from 1650 and some unique tree balconies, the San Francisco monastery with the famous catacombs, and the modern areas of Miraflores and San Isidro. We end the day with a visit to the famous Gold Museum, a unique private collection of amazing gold artifacts from the Inca Empire and other ancient Peruvian cultures such as Chavin, Mochica, Nazca, Paracas, etc.
Day 3: Lima - Cuzco (B) Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cuzco. Free morning to relax and get used to the altitude. In the afternoon a guided tour of Cuzco and the four famous Inca ruins that are located in the outskirts of Cuzco, the water temple Tambo Machay, the fortress Puca Pucara, the Oracle place Qenqo and the impressive fortress and temple of Sacsayhuamán. Three enormous stones, each one weigh 120 tons, form three perfect zig-zag walls and the view over Cuzco is wonderful. Then you do a walking tour of central Cuzco with visits to the Cathedral, Main Square, and the Sun Temple of Korikancha.
Day 4: Sacred Valley (B, L) Today you will do a full day excursion to Urubamba, the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You visit the village of Pisac that was founded during colonial times and is located at the foot of some impressive Inca ruins. Visit the Pisac market on the Main Square where the Indians sell their products and handicrafts. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays are the busiest days, but the market is always open. After lunch, visit Ollantaytambo, the only Inca village that the Spaniards never conquered and explore the ruins located above the village. You will spend the night in Ollantaytambo since you are already half way to one of the great wonders of the world, Machu Picchu. Day 5: Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu (B) It is time for the highlight of the tour, the forgotten city of the Incas and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – Machu Picchu. You will catch an early train to Aguas Calientes where you are met by your guide. You then take the bus up to Machu Picchu for your guided tour (2 hours). After the tour you will have some free time to explore the ruins and take more photos. A popular alternative is to climb the mountain next to Machu Picchu; Huayna Picchu (2 hours). It is quite tough but if you reach the top you will have a spectacular view over Machu Picchu and the surroundings. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 6: Aguas Calientes – Cuzco (B) Today you will have the opportunity to go back to Machu Picchu to enjoy the sunrise over Machu Picchu and spend time there without too many other tourists (entrance fee and bus tickets not included). In the afternoon you take the train back to Cuzco. You are picked up and transferred to your hotel. Day 7: Cuzco – Lima (B) Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lima and the connecting flight to Guayaquil. Pick up at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Day 8: Guayaquil – Galapagos. (L, D) This morning we pick you up from your hotel & transfer you to the airport for the flight to San Cristóbal, Galapagos. Our local guide will be at the airport to greet us and begin the excursion towards the high part of the island where we will have the opportunity to visit the Center where giant Galapagos turtles are raised. After this visit, we will enjoy a wonderful barbecue at a nearby farm. We continue our excursion to Junco Lake, the only sweet water lake, where we will see marine birds. Just a few minutes from this place, we will stop at a lookout where there is a beautiful view of the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Bay. We return to Puerto Baquerizo for overnight in our hotel. Day 9: Lobos Island & Leon Dormido. (B, L, D) This morning, after breakfast we sail to Lobos Island where we will see colonies of sea lions, from which the island gets its name. We continue on to the famous Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock) where we can watch the high-flying boobies and frigate birds. Our main recreation here will be snorkeling and we will have the opportunity to swim with rays, seals, marine iguanas, multicolored fish, and much more. Accommodation in Puerto Baquerizo.
Day 10: Puerto Ayora (B, L, D) Speed boat transportation towards Puerto Ayora. Arrival and Transfer to our hotel. Lunch in a nice restaurant. Afternoon visit at Charles Darwin Research Station. The Darwin Station is the working, Galapagos based, branch of the international, non-profit Charles Darwin Foundation. Established in 1959, the Darwin Station works closely with the Galapagos National Park Service, protecting the Galapagos Islands and Galapagos Marine Reserve.
Day 11: North Seymour (B, L, D) After breakfast enjoy a full day tour at North Seymour Island. This small island, located north of Baltra, has a total area of 1.9 Km2, and a maximum altitude of 30 meters. The main fauna species found on the Islands are the land iguanas, frigate birds, blue footed-boobies, and on the coastline there are plenty of sea lions. The main point of the visit is the south-east trail of the Island. During the excursion you will enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon we drive back to the Hotel. Enjoy dinner and overnight .
Day 12: Bartolome (B, L, D) After breakfast enjoy a full day tour at Bartolome Island. This small barren island, located opposite to Santiago Island, has a total area of 1.2 Km2, and a maximum altitude of 114 meters. Probably the main attractions of Bartolome Island are the famous Pinnacle Rock, the coral beaches and the presence of penguins and multi-coulored fish. During the excursion you will enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon we drive back to the Hotel. Enjoy dinner and overnight . Day 13: South Plazas (B, L, D) After breakfast enjoy a full day tour at South Plazas Island. The main fauna species at this island are the marine iguanas, swallow - tailed gulls and the sea lions. The principal part of the visit is the east side of the Island.
Day 14: Highlands of Santa Cruz. Accommodation in Puerto Ayora (B, L, D) The highlands, north of Bellavista, are home to Scalesia, Miconia, and Pampa vegetation zones. Birds in this area include the vermillion flycatcher, Galápagos rail, and paint-billed cake. A guide is required to visit the highland areas which lie within the national park. Los Gemelos, twin craters in the Scalesia forest, can be accessed from the road, about 2km/1.2mi from Santa Rosa. Also of interest in the highlands are lava tubes, located on private property but may be visited without a guide. Day 15: Santa Cruz – Isabela. Accommodation in Isabela (B, L, D) Free morning. Lunch and afternoon speed boat transportation towards Isabela. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Afterwards you will make an easy walk towards the Muro de las Lagrimas. This historical place was built by prisoners from Ecuador’s first jail. As we walk to our destination, we will see the Flamingo Lake and a lookout from which we will be able to see the southern part of the island and the sea where it meets the immense blue sky. Overnight in our Puerto Villamil hotel.
Day 16: Sierra Negra and Chico Volcanoes. Accommodation in Isabela (B, L, D) Eearly in the morning you will visit one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the world. The crater of this volcano, called “Sierra Negra,” is approximately 7 kilometers in diameter. We will enjoy the wonderful scenery as we go slowly on horseback. Continue the trek towards Volcan Chico, where we will walk through the fumaroles of this active volcano and look down to the sea.
Day 17: Tunnels of Cape Rosa. Accommodation in Isabela (B, L, D) Prepare yourself for one of the best days of your trip! After breakfast, we sail from Puerto Villamil for an hour and a half to reach Cape Rosa, on the western side of the island. This is one of the most beautiful places nature has bestowed upon humankind. Here we can walk over the connected lava tunnels situated in the blue sea waters. From the surface, we will very easily be able to see dozens of sea turtles, penguins and rays and we will also be able to enjoy snorkeling and swimming alongside this rich marine fauna. We will enjoy a box lunch here before continuing on. Return back to Puerto Villamil
Day 18: Isabela – Guayaquil. (B) Early in the morning transfer to the airport. Flight towards Baltra for taking your flight back. End of our services
PRICES Group excursions:
Private excursions in Peru (in Galapagos all excursions are in group service):
- The flight Lima-Guayaquil not included. Ask for quote. Price includes:
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Note 1: Because of the nature of hotels and the travel industry, it is not always possible to secure the hotels and lodges listed in the itinerary. Tailor Made Peru will endeavour to secure the hotels listed in your itinerary. However, Tailor Made Peru reserves the right to secure the next best available option or an upgrade in the event that the original hotels are not available or overbooked. Note 2: Please insure that your passport expiration date is good for at least 90 days past the end of your tour. Note 3: Please make sure to inform Tailor Made Peru of any health or dietary restrictions. Note 4: Tailor Made Peru strongly recommends that all clients purchase travel insurance after booking your tour to cover your investment.
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Address: Malecon Cisneros 980:401 - Miraflores
- Lima - Peru
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