Enjoy an island homestay on Lake Titicaca, Hike the Inca Trail, Visit the village of Pisac in the Sacred Valley, Discover the lost city of Machu Picchu, Stroll through the historic Old Town of Quito, Visit a tortoise sanctuary in Santa Cruz, Experience the natural wonders of the Galapagos
From wild sites to wildlife, take a journey from the Andes to the Amazon and out to the amazing Galapagos Islands. Get up close to exotic wildlife, swim through turquoise waters and trek to the ancient home of the Incas. This Peruvian adventure has it all.
Physical Rating: 4 Culture Shock Rating: 4 Accommodation: Hotels (10 nts), homestay (1 nt), camping (3 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), twinshare cabins on board our motorised yacht (4 nts) Transportation: Plane, train, minibus, boat, canoe, local bus, walking Trip Style: Intrepid Original Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $220 for meals not included.
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Visit the Plaza Mayor in the historic city centre and maybe stop in at the San Francisco Monastery, famous for its catacombs.
Days 2-4
Puno/Lake Titicaca
Be welcomed into the home of a local family and enjoy a night surrounded by the big skies and interesting island cultures of Lake Titicaca.
Day 5
Cuzco
Travel to Cuzco across the spectacular altiplano.
Day 6
Sacred Valley
Stock up on coloured beads and ponchos at the colourful artisan markets of Pisac, one of the villages in the Sacred Valley.
Days 7-10
Inca Trail
Follow the ancient Inca route on a challenging, multi-day trek to discover the extraordinary 'lost city' of Machu Picchu.
Day 11
Cuzco
Rest weary legs at a cafe on Plaza de Armas and enjoy free time to relax or explore Cuzco's sights. See the Coricancha Inca temple complex or try an optional adventure sport for an action-packed day.
Days 12-14
Amazon Jungle/Lima
Home to lush vegetation, monkeys and exotic birds, the Amazon Jungle is one of the wildest places on Earth. After a couple of days in the jungle, fly back to Lima for a night.
Day 15
Quito
Nestled in a long valley, Quito sits under the gaze of Volcan Pichincha. The Old Town is a great place to start exploring the city's many churches and historic buildings.
Day 16
Baltra/Santa Cruz
Visit a private land tortoise sanctuary on this first stop in the Galapagos Islands, home to the unique animal life that inspired Darwin's theory of evolution.
Day 17
Floreana
See green (sand, that is) on the beach of Punta Cormorant. Cruise around the island to reach the Devil's Crown, a fantastic place to snorkel among colourful fish and sea lions.
Day 18
Espanola
Chill-out on a beautiful white sand beach. Take an optional hike along the clifftop before travelling to Punta Suarez on the western side of the island. Spend the afternoon watching sea lions at play in the turquoise waters of Gardner Bay.
Day 19
San Cristobal/Santa Fe
Visit Santa Fe, a tiny island brimming with iguanas and sea birds, to learn about mangrove trees, and then maybe take a hike through a forest of prickly pear cactus.
Days 20-21
North Seymour/Baltra/Quito
Enjoy a last chance to see the birds of the Galapagos on Seymour Island before heading to Quito for a night on the town to celebrate your adventure.
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