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Optional Extensions
YOUR TOUR
PERUVIAN AMAZON
3-night pre or post tour
ADD TO: Complete South America (pre-tour - pg. 36), Peru: Ancient Land of Mysteries (post-tour - pg. 40) Extension Day 1: Lima Your extension begins with an overnight stay in Lima. Extension Day 2: Lima - Puerto Maldonado Peruvian Amazon Basin Fly from Lima to the Puerto Maldonado airport where you meet your naturalist guide. Board a canoe and transfer up the Madre de Dios River to the Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion Lodge. After a welcome lunch, take a walk through the Concepcion trails where you will learn about the rainforest’s composition, its uses, the human impact and its relevance to the world climate. At dusk, once again take to the water on a motorized canoe. Your evening excursion will teach you about the river’s ecosystem, Amazonian creeks, nocturnal animals’ behavior and the southern sky’s constellations. Then,
you’ll enjoy a delightful dinner in the Casa Grande’s dining room. (B, L, D) Extension Day 3: Lake Sandoval - Canopy Walkway and Anaconda Walk - Hidden Rainforest After an early breakfast, your naturalist guide will lead you on a trek through Tambopata National Reserve. Arrive at pristine Lake Sandoval and board a dugout canoe. Glide along taking in your peaceful surroundings. Keep an eye out for the endangered giant river otter, blue and yellow macaw, red howler monkey, black caiman, and one of the world’s biggest fresh water scaled fish, the paiche. After lunch, the Inkaterra canopy walkway awaits. Begin at the Interpretation Center to learn about the project. Then ascend 98 feet in the air and cross a series of hanging bridges that
connect the treetops, taking in the breathtaking panoramas and discovering the wildlife that surrounds you. This evening, explore the Amazon rainforest by moonlight and listen to the unique nocturnal sounds of the rainforest. Your day concludes with a wonderful dinner. (B, L, D) Extension Day 4: Puerto Maldonado - Lima Extension Ends After breakfast, take a scenic boat ride back to Puerto Maldonado. Arrive at the Inkaterra Lounge (Butterfly House) where you may wait for your flight back to Lima. The remainder of the day is at leisure to shop or visit one of Lima’s many fine museums. (B)
When traveling in the Amazon you will encounter full days of sightseeing, frequently in warm temperatures. The lodge does not have air conditioning. Wifi is free in the main area when electricity is running. Electricity will only be available between 4:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. You will be travelling by small river boats to reach the lodge and by canoe during some excursions and should be reasonably fit in order to board comfortably. In order to most fully experience the wildlife, you will be walking on nature trails which may be muddy and over one mile in length. To experience the Amazon fully, we recommend that all travelers be in reasonably good health and prepare properly. Unfortunately, wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on this trip. In addition, guests who require assistance walking or who travel with oxygen tanks will not fully enjoy this trip and we strongly recommend a different tour. The Hacienda Concepcion has fully screened cabanas, mosquito net protection and private bathrooms in each room. Snacks and beverages are available 24 hours. Extensions are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request. Guests may leave any large luggage at their Lima hotel during the extension. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate. During your extension, your local guide will provide included sightseeing services and will be available via a local office at other times. Additional air segment purchase required.
7 MEALS - $649*
ACCOMMODATIONS
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
El Pardo Doubletree by Hilton, Lima Inkaterra Hacienda Conception, Peruvian Amazon
EASTER ISLAND
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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3-night post tour
ADD TO: Adventure to Antarctica (pg. 42) Extension Day 1: Buenos Aires - Easter Island, Chile Fly to legendary Easter Island. “Isla de Pascua” or “Rapa Nui,” as it is known in the local Polynesian language, is the most isolated inhabited island in the world. Steeped in lore and most famously home to the enigmatic Moai sculptures, this place is an archaeologist’s dream. The Polynesian Rapanui people are believed to have arrived on the island in the 8th century. By the 19th century they had almost disappeared due to overpopulation and deforestation. Arrive at Hanga Roa, the only town on the island and home to fewer than 4,000 residents. Tonight, enjoy a Rapa Nui folklore show showcasing native dance, costumes and music. (D) Extension Day 2: Easter Island This morning, visit the Rano Kao volcano where you will discover a freshwater lake inside its deep crater. Continue to Orongo, at the base of the volcano, and learn about the Birdman Cult’s unique ceremonies and rituals. See beautiful petroglyphs of the “birdman,” a figure
5 MEALS $1249 - $1299*
3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
central in Rapa Nui art and beliefs. At Ana Kai Tangata, a sea-cliff cave, see magnificent carved petroglyphs of prehistoric birds. Continue to the ceremonial platform of Ahu Vinapu and admire its architectural perfection. After lunch at leisure, depart for Ahu Akivi, a platform composed of seven Moai statues. These are the only Moai statues on the island that were positioned facing the sea. Continue to admire Ana Te Pahu, also known as the “Cave of the Bananas.” The tour continues with a visit to the Puna Pau quarry where the Pukao were carved – Pukao are also known as the typical “hairstyle,” or the hats, of the Moai statues. Learn more about the making, building and transportation process of these colossal sculptures carved of volcanic rock before returning to your hotel for an evening at leisure. (B)
that lay face down on the ground. Then, visit Ahu Akahanga, where the first king of the island is believed to be buried. Continue on to Rano Raraku volcano, located near the southern coast and at the feet of Poike - the most spectacular crater of the zone - where the ancient natives sculpted these stone giants. Visit Ahu Tongariki, the largest Moai platform on the island with its 15 Moais. The place was destroyed in May 1960 by a tsunami and it has been restored thanks mainly to Japanese foundations. Arrive at Ahu Te Pito Kura, an enormous spherical rock, and see the Moai Paro, the largest statue on the island. Cap off the day with a visit to Anakena, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. (B, L) Extension Day 4: Easter Island - Tour Ends Bid farewell to magical Easter Island. (B)
Extension Day 3: Easter Island Depart this morning along the Moai route where these colossal sculptures are scattered around the island. Visit several “Ahu” – or ceremonial platforms – surrounded by Moais
ACCOMMODATIONS
Taha Tai Hotel
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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Rates include the approx. 67 USD Rapa Nui National Park entrance fee. This extension is hosted by a local representative who will provide all included services. The internal flights are not included in the extension land cost. Due to flight schedules, some passengers may require a post night in Santiago at their own expense. The included lunch is a boxed lunch. A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Additional air segment purchase required.
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