Peru & Ecuador: Machu Picchu, Galapagos, & Amazon
(Jan. 13 - Feb. 7, 2009)
At A Glance
- Discover the spectacular Sacred Valley of the Inca: ancient villages, colourful markets, and stunning scenery
- Two nights by Machu Picchu: more time to discover this remarkable site.
- Explore Cusco, where Spanish churches are built on Inca foundations.
- Spend 3 nights in the lush Amazon with specialist guides.
- Bargain for handicrafts at Otavalo: one of South America’s most colourful Indian markets.
- Cruise for a week through the unique Galapagos Islands on a first-class yacht.
- Be amazed by the approachable wildlife on the Galapagos, in the company of expert local naturalists.
- Travel with Margie Woo of the Calgary Zoo
Brief Itinerary
Jan. 13 - LIMA. Arrive late on Jan 13 and transfer to the airport hotel. (Costa del Sol Hotel, 1nt)
Jan. 14/15/16 - SACRED VALLEY. Fly to Cusco, drive into the Sacred Valley. Visit the market and ruins at Pisac, Ollantaytambo Fortress and village, and more. (Sol y Luna, 3nts, 3B, 3L, 3D)
Jan. 17 & 18 - MACHU PICCHU. Train trip through the gorge of the Urubamba River to Machu Picchu; guided tour of the ruins, plus free time at the site without the crowds - all of Jan 18 if you wish! (Machu Picchu Pueblo, 2nts, 2B, 2L, 2D)
Jan. 19/20/21 - CUSCO. Return to Cusco; tour and visit Sacsayhuaman ruins. Free afternoon. Special dinner with traditional music & dance.
(Novotel Hotel, 3nts, 3B, 1L, 3D)
Jan. 22 - QUITO. Fly via Lima to Quito and transfer to hotel. (Mercure Hotel Alameda, 1nt, 1B, 1D)
Jan. 23/24/25 - AMAZON. Fly and boat into the Amazon. 2 full days to explore. (Sacha Lodge, 3 nts, full board)
Jan. 26 & 27 - OTAVALO. Fly to Quito; drive to Otavalo. Enjoy lakes, mountains, and markets. (Pinsaqui Hacienda, 2 nts, 2B, 2L, 2D)
Jan 28 & 29 - QUITO. Return to Quito; evening at leisure. Jan. 29 half day tour of “old” Quito. (Mercure Hotel Alameda, 2nt, 2B, 2L)
Jan. 30 to Feb. 5 - GALAPAGOS ISLANDS. Fly from Quito to the Galapagos; 7-night cruise on a first-class yacht with a professional naturalist guide. Hike, explore, snorkel, relax! (Tip Top III, 7nts, full board)
Feb. 6 - QUITO. Return to Quito; Farewell Dinner. (Mercure Hotel Alameda, 1nt, 1B, 1D)
Feb. 7 - HOMEWARD. Transfer to the airport then fly home. (B)
Cost
Starting Lima, End Quito
- CA$11,325 (10-13 guests)
- CA$10,555 (14-15 guests)
- single supplement:CA$1,510
All quoted prices effective at time of publication (March 27, 2008). While not expected, itinerary and prices are subject to change.
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