MACHU PICCHU & THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
small group explorations
14 DAYS • 28 MEALS $ STARTING AT 5999 Pricing is per person, land only, double occupancy, and varies by departure date.
HIGHLIGHTS Lima • Sacred Valley of the Incas • Cooking Class • Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio • Machu Picchu • Cuzco • Home Hosted Meal • Colonial Quito • “Middle of the World” • 3-Night Galápagos Cruise • Charles Darwin Research Station
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES • Explore the fabled ruins of Machu Picchu. • Meet giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station. • Enjoy a 3-night cruise of the Galápagos on a private yacht and a 1-night island stay.
Marine Iguana
IT’S YOUR CHOICE! • Day 7 — Visit the Incan ruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress or explore the neighborhood of San Blas.
(Be sure to arrange before trip departure)
CULINARY INCLUSIONS • 13 breakfasts • 6 lunches • 9 dinners • Master two of South America’s classics, ceviche and pisco sours, at an interactive cooking class. • Indulge in a farm-to-table meal in a local community.
ACCOMMODATIONS Days 1, 2 Casa Andina Premium Miraflores, Lima Days 3, 4
C asa Andina Premium Sacred Valley, Yucay
Day 5 Casa del Sol Machupicchu, Aguas Calientes Days 6, 7 Casa Andina Premium, Cuzco Days 8, 9 Mercure Hotel Alameda, Quito Days 10 – 12 M/Y Passion Day 13 Palo Santo or Ikala, Santa Cruz, Galapagos On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
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Encounter hidden wonders in Peru and see ethereal wildlife on cruise along Eden-like islands. Day 1: Lima, Peru - Tour Begins Touch down in Lima, the “City of Kings.” Across ancient lands and earthly legends, experience the mysticism of the Peruvian Andes. Day 2: Lima Become fascinated by Lima’s history on a tour through the historic center, (UNESCO), where the elegant Cathedral at Plaza de Armas stands out among the colonial architecture. Visit the former home of a conquistador. Get to know new friends over a menu of artful Peruvian dishes at a welcome dinner. (B, D) Day 3: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley of the Incas Fly to Cuzco. Follow the trails with a local guide to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Learn about centuries-old methods of traditional textiles at Awana Kancha – known as the “palace of weaving.” Stop in Pisac village and browse a handicraft market full of vibrant colors. Discover why Peru has consistently been named the world’s top food travel destination during a fun-filled interactive cooking class where you will learn how to master ceviche and pisco sours. Settle in to your hotel nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. (B, D) Day 4: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Ollantaytambo - Sacred Valley of the Incas Visit the terraced ruins of Ollantaytambo, the only Incan settlement that has remained continually inhabited since its inception. At the ceramic studio of artist Pablo Seminario, see how he utilizes ttechniques inspired by ancient cultures. With a nearby community, learn traditional methods of growing, harvesting and weaving Learn their dances before enjoying a farm-to-table meal of local specialties. (B, L) Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu Hop aboard the Machu Picchu Vistadome train and head toward the “Lost City of the Incas.” Wrapped inside a semi-tropical jungle and hidden by mountains, Machu Picchu or La Ciudadela, (the Citadel), is one of the world’s most spectacular archaeological sites. (B, D) Day 6: Machu Picchu - Cuzco Enjoy some leisure time this morning. You may choose an optional excursion
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