Machu Picchu and Galapagos Luxury Travel
Packages
DAY BY DAY Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Lima Peru
Reception at the International Airport in Lima, assistance with your baggage and private transportation to your hotel.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 2 – Lima, Peru
Today we will enjoy the Unique Vice-Royal mansion (XVIII century), built on top of an archaeological pyramid (VII century). Surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Its masterworks are the worldwide icons in Pre-Columbian art, after have been exhibited for 80 years in the world’s leading museums. This famous museum has the largest and finest gold, silver and jewelry collection of ancient Peru. Its Erotic art collection is one of the most visited Peruvian tourist attractions. Didactic galleries, full of highlights, make easier the comprehension of 3000 years of the Peruvian Pre-Columbian history.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 3 – From Lima to Cuzco, Peru
In the morning private transportation from your hotel in Lima to the Jose Chavez airport on time for your next flight to Cuzco.
Reception and private transportation from the Cuzco Airport to your hotel.
Upon arrival reception, assistance and transfer to the hotel. Visitors should take a short rest in order to adjust to altitude.
In the afternoon a walking tour to experience the mystery of the Cathedral, Temple of the Sun, the famous twelve sided stone, narrow streets with the finest walls as example of Inca Architecture, and the San Blas suburb, the residence of the best artists since the colony.
Overnight in Cuzco.
Day 4 - From Cuzco to Machu Picchu, Hiram Bingham Train
Early in the morning and after breakfast, we will depart to the Poroy train station. Here we will take a unique ride to Machu Picchu in one of the finest trains, The Hiram Bingham.
The Hiram Bingham carries passengers on a spectacular journey through changing landscapes, passing lush fields, colorful villages and the wonderful vistas of the beautiful Andes.
The train leaves from Poroy in the morning, taking a spectacular journey through a changing landscape while guests enjoy breakfast. After departing Poroy and going through Cachimayo, the train descends to the plateau of Anta, a patchwork landscape of typical Andean crops and passes lush fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes.
At just two km from Machu Picchu, the train arrives at Aguas Calientes. Surrounded by the high, green mountains that cradle the famous lost city, as well as myriad other Inca remains, this small town, which is well known for its thermal baths, has blossomed into a popular overnight destination for travelers to Machu Picchu.
Guests disembark at Aguas Calientes and are taken by bus to Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, overlooking the ancient citadel, for lunch. A private guided tour of the sanctuary follows with descriptions and history of this magnificent location.
After the ruins tour we will go directly to the Machu Pichu Sanctuary Lodge for a sumptuous dinner.
Overnight in Machu Picchu.
Day 5 – Machu Picchu to Cuzco, Peru
Free morning to enjoy a great breakfast at the Sanctuary Lodge in Machu Picchu.
In the afternoon transfer to the train station at Aguas Calientes for your 3 ½ hour journey back to Cuzco.
Overnight in Cuzco.
Day 6 – From Cuzco to Quito, Ecuador
Mid morning transfer from your hotel to the Cuzco airport for your next flight to Lima and Quito.
Arrival in Quito and private transfer from airport to your hotel.
Overnight in Quito.
Day 7 – Quito, Ecuador
This morning's tour starts with a visit to the Equatorial Monument, where you have the opportunity to straddle two hemispheres. Return to Quito for a city tour and marvel at the city's ornate churches, cathedrals and Baroque architecture.
Overnight in Quito.
Day 8 to Day 12 – Quito to Galapagos Island, Ecuador
Early morning transfer to the airport to take your flight to the Galápagos archipelago where you will board 'Eclipse,' an amazing vessel that will become your exploration center for the next four days.
The Galápagos Islands are paradise for some of the most unique species in the planet. that led naturalist Charles Darwin to propose his radical theory of evolution. Keeping this in mind is very important to understand that the islands preservation is the top priority and your visit will comply with the highest standards or ecological responsibility.
Day-by-day itineraries can be affected by climate and other conditions, but visits are planned for sites such as Pinnacle Rock on Bartolomé Island, Punta Espinosa on Fernandina Island, the volcanoes of Isabela Island and, if time permits, the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island.
Enjoy in Galapagos amazing species like sea lion, skittering Sally Lightfoot crab, marine iguana and abundant bird life.
Overnight on board of Mv Eclipse for 4 nights.
Disembark in Baltra and fly Guayaquil.
Overnight in Guayaquil.
Day 13 – Guayaquil, Ecuador
Free morning and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
END OF THE PROGRAM
