Wonders of Machu Picchu & the Galapagos
10 Days Land & Cruise from $3,950
Cusco- Sacred Valley- Machu Picchu Galapagos Islands yacht cruise
Journey Highlights
Visit Sacsayhuaman, the remarkable Inca ruins noted for massive, tightly-fitted stones construction, in the Urubamba Valley, know as the Sacred Valley of the Incas
Overnight in Machu Picchu - Aquas Caliente
Experience sunrise at Machu Picchu and explore the site prior to the arrival of off-site visitors
Private guide of Machu Picchu
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Quito and see the culturally diverse history of the city
The Galapagos Islands aboard M/Y Corals yacths
Snorkel with the sea lions, penguins and colorful fishes
Set out on two excursions every day with your naturalist guide
Explore the natural & wildlife of the Galapagos Islands
Departures: Weekly choice your date
Day 1. Cusco – Transfer to your Hotel – afternoon city tour includes La Compania cathedral and Koricancha temple, next visit archaeological Inca ruins the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, site of Inca religious celebrations, Tambomachay and Kenko Amphitheater.
Day 2. Sacred Valley – Trip thru Urubamba, the Sacred Valley of the Incas - visit the bustling market of Pisaq, try your bartering skills for local sweaters, ponchos ,Jewelry, wall hangings, enjoy lunch at a pleasant hostelry in the countryside and continue to the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo.
Day 3. Machu Picchu – Board the Vistadome train to Aguas Caliente, Machu Picchu, the magical “Lost City of the Incas.” Explore the ruins in a guided tour and visualize the lives of those who inhabited this mysterious citadel, Overnight in Machu Picchu & experience a magical sunrise over the ruins.
Day 4. Machu Picchu - Early risers may walk through Machu Picchu in the mist to explore the ruins without the crowds, afternoon return by the Vistadome train to Cusco.
– This evening an Andean dinner at a local restaurant, followed by a colorful folklore show.
Day 5. Cusco-Lima-Quito –Transfer to the Cusco airport Fly to Quito, Ecuador with a connecting flight in Lima. Quito transfer to your hotel upon arrival.
Day 6. Quito – Colonial city tour & the middle of the world.
Day 7. Quito-Galapagos – Transfer to the airport for you flight to the Galapagos Islands – 4 days 3 nights Galapagos Islands Cruise aboard M/Y Coral I or II
Day 8. Galapagos - Suarez Point - Gardner Bay
Day 9. Galapagos - Cormorant Point - Champion
Day 10. Galapagos - North Seymour - Baltra, Galapagos airport - connect to your onward destination.
For a detailed itinerary ask your Magellan Expeditions Specialist
Journey Highlights
Discover three World Heritage Sites on a single journey, including an overnight at legendary “Lost City” of Machu Picchu
Visit Sacsayhuaman, the remarkable Inca ruins noted for massive, tightly-fitted stones construction, in the Urubamba Valley, Sacred Valley of the Incas
Lunch at the private Huayocari Hacienda with an insider's view into this estate and its private collection of art and artifacts.
A private car and guide transform ordinary sightseeing into a comfortable and personalized Adventure.
Experience sunrise at Machu Picchu and explore the site prior to the arrival of off-site visitors
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Quito and see the culturally diverse history of the city
Cruise the Galapagos Islands aboard M/V Galapagos Legend
Set out on two excursions every day, exploring the extraordinary biodiversity in an excursion group limited to 12 guest for more access to your naturalist guide
Snorkel with the sea lions, penguins and colorful fishes
Explore the natural & wildlife of the Galapagos Islands
The finest accommodations in Superior First Class hotels
Day 1 Lima, Peru – Upon arrival you are transfer to your hotel
Day 2 Lima -Today tour Lima’s historic center and the Archaeological Museum, we stop for lunch at La Rosa Nautica, located in Pier 4 of the Lima Beach Circuit at Miraflores is an elegant Victorian style restaurant.
Day 3 Lima / Cusco - your flight to Cusco, transfer to your hotel in the Sacred Valley afternoon visit Ollantaytambo ruins.
Day 4 Sacred Valley / Urubamba / Pisaq: Visit the bustling market of Pisaq, try your bartering skills for local sweaters, ponchos, jewelry, wall hangings. Lunch at Hacienda Huayocari, a private resident with impressive collection of Inca and colonial artifacts, hosted by the Lambarri-Orihuelas family.
Day 5 Machu Picchu – Board the Vistadome train bound for Machu Picchu. Guided tour of this mysterious Citadel. There is time to explore on your own. Overnight.
Day 6 Machu Picchu - Early risers may walk through Machu Picchu in the mist to explore the ruins without the crowds, afternoon return by train to Cusco.
Day 7 Cusco - Tour of Cusco including Cathedral, Koricancha temple and the four ruins of Kenko, Pucapucara, Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman. This evening dinner at the Pre-Columbian Museum.
Day 8 Cusco / Quito, Ecuador - Fly to Quito, upon arrival you are transfer to your hotel.
Day 9 Quito Equatorial Monuments and Colonial city tour. The center retains much of its colonial architecture and flavor. Old Town and San Francisco Church, dedicated to Quito’s patron saint. Continue to Independence Plaza, the town’s oldest colonial center La Compañía Church, a Baroque masterpiece featuring an elaborate façade and a glittering interior created with seven tons of gold.
Day10: Quito / Galapagos this morning you will be transfer to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos archipelago, where you board M/V Galapagos Legend
PM – Highlands Pete Craters, Santa Cruz Island.. Santa Cruz Highlands are prime spots to spot Vermilion Flycatcher and Darwin’s finches.
Day 11 AM – Puerto Egas, Santiago Island
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In Egas Port we take a nice walk along the coast to find sea birds, coastal and migratory birds; includes an optional visit to the Salt Mines. At this visitor site you can observe the two species of sea lions: Fur “seals” and Galapagos Sea Lion.
In Egas Port we take a nice walk along the coast to find sea birds, coastal and migratory birds; includes an optional visit to the Salt Mines. At this visitor site you can observe the two species of sea lions: Fur “seals” and Galapagos Sea Lion. PM – Bartolome
•Bartolomé offers the best views of the Galapagos, including fascinating geological formations such as Pinnacle Rock, the most photographed site of the islands. Great snorkeling opportunities off a golden beach with penguins and sea lions.
Bartolomé offers the best views of the Galapagos, including fascinating geological formations such as Pinnacle Rock, the most photographed site of the islands. Great snorkeling opportunities off a golden beach with penguins and sea lions. Day 12 AM – Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz
•Dragon Hill is a great place to spot the two species of iguanas: marine and land. Walk through a Palo Santo and giant Opuntia cactus forest, beautiful landscape from the highest point.The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin’s finches, Yellow Warblers and Galapagos Doves.
Dragon Hill is a great place to spot the two species of iguanas: marine and land. Walk through a Palo Santo and giant Opuntia cactus forest, beautiful landscape from the highest point.The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin’s finches, Yellow Warblers and Galapagos Doves. PM – North Seymour North Seymour is one of the few places in the Galapagos where you will encounter frigate birds nesting and mating in the wild.
Day 13 Baltra - Disembark and return flight to Quito
Day 14 Quito / Board your homebound flight.
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14 days Land & Cruise from $ 5,995
Lima - Cusco - Urubamba Valley - Machu Picchu - Quito Galapagos Islands Cruise
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