Overview
On your sightseeing tour, you'll see...read more many of its famous sights. High in the Andes Mountains, Cusco is the oldest continuously inhabited city in South America and is sure to please history buffs. Learn about the Incas' struggles with the invading Spaniards on your tour of Cusco and visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, built in the early 12th century with some stones weighing more than 350 tons. Try to figure out how it was built so precisely without the help of modern machinery and technology! Of course, no holiday to Peru is complete without visiting Machu Picchu. Built around 1450 at the height of the Inca Empire, Machu Picchu is located in a gorgeous mountain setting above the Urubamba Valley. Stand in awe as you witness it - it is one of the most majestic images in all of South America!
Not only will you visit the must-see sights, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about Peruvian life. Experience a Mother Earth ceremony performed by a local shaman. These ceremonies thanking Mother Earth and asking for good health and safe travels have been practiced in Peru since before the arrival of the Incas. You'll also stop at a local Peruvian food market and visit a home to meet some of the locals and experience their way of life.
Conclude your holiday by cruising through the Galápagos Islands, where you will witness red and blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, sea lions, land iguanas, and much more. For even more spectacular beauty and fun, you can swim or snorkel in search of sea life such as octopus, sea horses, and starfish. Also, spend time in Quito, where a sightseeing tour shows you its highlights - a perfect conclusion to an amazing adventure!
Itinerary
Welcome to Lima! Meet your Tour Director upon arrival.
LIMA: Guided sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, Cathedral, and San Francisco Monastery. Tastings at a Peruvian food market. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
LIMA: Fly to Cusco.
SACRED VALLEY: Participate in an El Pago a la Tierra (Mother Earth Ceremony) with local shaman. Visit Awanakancha to see a pre- Columbian weaving demonstration, and llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicunas. Free time for shopping Pisac's famous market. (B/L/D)
SACRED VALLEY: Visit to the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo and a local Peruvian home. Scenic ride on the Vistadome Train through the Urubamba Valley.
MACHU PICCHU: Guided sightseeing at Machu Picchu. Dinner at your nearby hotel. (B/D)
MACHU PICCHU: Second included entrance to Machu Picchu. Afternoon train to the Sacred Valley. Transfer to Cusco. (B/L)
CUSCO: Guided sightseeing includes visits to the Cathedral and Santo Domingo Monastery. Traditional Pasacalle (Andean Parade) and visits to Kenko Amphitheater and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner. (B/D)
CUSCO: Fly to Quito via Lima.
QUITO: Free time this afternoon. (B)
QUITO: Guided sightseeing includes Independence Square, the Cathedral, and San Francisco Plaza Church. (B)
QUITO: Fly to Baltra.
SANTA CRUZ: Drive to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and visit the Tortoise Reserve where giant tortoises are found in their natural habitat. Embark the Galápagos Legend for your 3-night cruise. (B/L/D)
GENOVESA ISLAND: Your Naturalist guided tour take you up Prince Philip's Steps, where you will see large nesting colonies of Nazca and red-footed boobies. Wedge-rumped storm-petrels can be and, if you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of a short-eared Owl. After lunch on board, visit Darwin Bay to observe frigatebirds, red-footed boobies, herons, lava gulls, and many other bird species. (B/L/D)
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND: Guided walk around a brackish lagoon where feeding flamingos are often found. Climb Dragon Hill, an important nesting ground for endemic land iguanas, offering lovely views of the neighbouring islands. The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin's finches, yellow warblers, and Galapagos doves.
SANTE FE ISLAND: See a large sea lion colony greets you on its white- sand beach. Walk through a cactus forest in search of the endemic Santa Fe land iguana, the largest in the islands. This island is home to a number of endemic species, including the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, a variety of finches, and one of the four species of Galapagos mockingbirds. (B/L/D)
MOSQUERA ISLET: This flat, sandy island has a large colony of sea lions and is an excellent site for observing shorebirds such as herons and lava gulls. Take a dip in the waters and snorkel to see the abundant sea life.
BALTRA: Fly to Guayaquil.
GUAYAQUIL: Free time this evening. (B)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- 12 Breakfasts
- 5 Lunches
- 7 Dinners
- Lima Casa Andina Select Miraflores (Moderate First-Class)
- Sacred Valley Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay (First-Class)
- Machu Picchu El Mapi by Inkaterra (First-Class)
- Cusco Sonesta Hotel Cusco (Superior First-Class)
- Quito Hilton Colon Quito (SAT) (Superior First-Class)
- Guayaquil Hilton Colon Guayaquil (Moderate Deluxe)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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Deck Plans
Cabins
Standard Plus (Included)
7 Cabins located across the Earth and Sea Deck. 11sqm/118sq ft.
- Single and Double options
- Interior Accommodations
- Hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture.
- Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered,
- Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands.
- Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz.
Balcony Suite (Upgrade)
One of the most striking aspects of the ship: 10 top of the line Balcony Suites located in the Sky Deck and the Moon Deck. Including a significant redesign and general upgrades to more than satisfy customer's expectations. 22 sqm/ 237sq ft.
- Private balcony and panoramic window
- Double & Triple options.
- Top of the line amenities & bathrobe
- Hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture.
- Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered,
- Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands.
- Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz.
Junior Suite (Upgrade)
Featuring big panoramic windows to admire the landscape, enjoy the perks of having even more space for your comfort. 15sqm/ 161sq ft.
- Three meters of panoramic windows to enjoy the scenery.
- Double, Triple & Quadruple options
- Hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture.
- Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered,
- Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands.
- Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz.
Legend Balcony Suite (Upgrade)
The new Legend Balcony Suite will feature plenty of space to move around freely; including a generously large balcony, perfect for sophisticated & distinguished clientele.
- Panoramic windows & private balcony
- Double & Triple options.
- Exclusive & exquisite decoration
- Top of the line amenities & bathrobe
- Hair dryer, special bedding, and updated furniture.
- Internal, local and international satellite telephone service is offered,
- Internet is accessible when anchoring in main islands.
- Voltage is set for 110-220 volts/60 Hz.
Availability
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Globus. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Globus. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
