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15 Day Peru with 4 Day Galapagos Cruise
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| Lima, Cuzco, Puno, Quito |
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- Flights Miami-Lima-Quito-Miami
- Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for ion and prices
- Airline fuel surcharges
- Intra-flights
- 14 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels
- 3 nights Lima
- 3 nights Cuzco
- 2 nights Puno
- 2 nights Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito, Quito
- 4 nights Galapagos Cruise on Galapagos Explorer II, Classic Suite outside cabin with 2 lower berths
- All transfers
- 23 Meals: 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Services of English-speaking local guides
- Shore Excursions
- Galapagos National Park Fee of $100
- Galapagos Transit Control Card fee of $10
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Airport taxes & fees |
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Optional tours, and gratuities. |
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| City Tours of Lima & Cuzco |
| Excursion to the Uros Islands |
| Galapagos Islands |
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| Day 1: Sunday - Depart the USA, Arrive in Lima |
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Depart the USA for Peru. Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight: Lima
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| Day 2: Monday - Lima City Tour |
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This morning meet with your guide for an orientation. Afterwards, depart for a tour of Lima. Enjoy the sights of Perus capital city with 2000 years of indigenous and colonial heritage before stopping at the San Francisco Monastery, famous for its 17th century architecture and world-renowned library. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure in the "Gastronomical Capital of the Americas" by exploring Limas nightlife or sampling some of its many restaurants Optional: Half Day Larco Herrera Museum & Pueblo Libre (PM) Optional: Dinner at La Dama Juana Overnight: Lima
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B )
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| Day 3: Tuesday - Fly to Cuzco |
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This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore on your own Overnight: Cuzco
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| Day 4: Wednesday - Full Day in Cuzco |
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Spend today at leisure in "The Imperial City". Take time to sightsee or shop independently. Cuzco is declared the Historical Capital by the Constitution of Peru and hosts nearly 1 million visitors every year. Visit some of the numerous Inca monuments or investigate the culinary secrets of Andean cuisine Optional: Full Day Machu Picchu (choose Expedition Train, Vistadome Train, or Hiram Bingham Train) Overnight: Cuzco
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| Day 5: Thursday - Cuzco City Tour |
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Enjoy this morning at leisure in Cuzco. In the afternoon, depart for a tour of Cuzco, view the impressive Colonial Cathedral in Cuzco, which contains over 400 paintings from the Cusqueña School in addition to colonial art. Continue on to visit the Korikancha, the Temple of the Sun, whose walls and floors were allegedly once covered by sheets of solid gold. This temple was once the most important religious site of the Incas Optional: Half Day Cuzco Behind the Scenes (AM) Overnight: Cuzco
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| Day 6: Friday - Transfer to Puno, Raqchi, and Pucara |
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Depart early this morning and travel to Puno, located on the banks of Lake Titicaca, the worlds highest navigable lake at 12,421 feet above sea level. Proceed to the Incan archaeological site of Raqchi, location of the Temple of Wiracocha. Admire the temple complex, living quarters, storehouses, fairgrounds, and ceremonial baths before departing for the artisan town of Pucara, the last stop before continuing on to Puno. A box lunch will be served on the coach. Upon arrival check into your hotel Overnight: Puno
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B, L )
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| Day 7: Saturday - Excursion to Uros Islands |
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Today begins with a boat trip to the Uros Islands. These islands are completely man-made structures, and their inhabitants, the Uros, continue to maintain them as they have since pre-Columbian times, using totora reeds from the lake to build not only the islands, but also their houses. Return to your hotel later in the day and enjoy the balance at leisure Optional: Half Day Sillustani Tombs (PM) Overnight: Puno
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| Day 8: Sunday - Fly to Lima |
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This morning transfer to the airport in Juliaca for your flight back to Lima. Spend the remainder of the evening at leisure Overnight: Lima
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| Day 9: Monday - Flight to Quito |
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This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Quito. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight: Quito
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| Day 10: Tuesday - Sail to Cerro Brujo |
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This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to San Cristobal Island. Upon arrival, proceed to board your ship, the Galapagos Explorer II. After settling in, you are whisked away to visit Cerro Brujo (Wizards Hill), one of the first sites Charles Darwin visited in the Galapagos. Today, it has become renowned for its stunning white-sand beach where an abundance of wildlife can be found, including brown pelicans, blue footed boobies, marine iguanas, and, most notably, sea lion colonies Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 11: Wednesday - Sail to Española Island |
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In the morning, arrive at Española island and spend the morning relaxing or enjoying one of the several optional tours around Gardner Bay. Although the water may be chilly, travelers are encouraged to go swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters to view the varied species beneath the surface. In the afternoon, visit Punta Suarez with a chance to see sea lions surfing the waves and marine iguanas basking in the sun Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 12: Thursday - Sail to Whale Bay/ Rabida Island |
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This morning, travel to Whale Bay off the coast of Santa Cruz Island, one of the oldest whaling camps in the Galapagos. The beaches here are tinted green because of the presence of olivine crystals in high concentrations. The Galapagos only natural predatory animal, the Galapagos Hawk, can frequently be seen here as well. In the afternoon, journey to the small island of Rabida (wet landing), located to the south of Santiago, and home to a central volcano with some of largest and most varied types of lava in the island chain. Famous for its red sand beaches, a small saltwater lagoon provides occasional sights of Flamingos feeding on pink shrimp larva while the beach is home to a large sea lion colony. Additionally, there is a short walk to the top of the trail where you will have opportunities to photograph the striking volcanic peaks Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 13: Friday - Sail to Santa Cruz Island |
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Today, arrive at Santa Cruz Island (dry landing). Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, a specialized breeding and rearing center for the endangered Galapagos Giant Tortoise. The Darwin Station is a working branch of the international, non-profit Charles Darwin foundation which works to protect and maintain the Galapagos precious ecosystems. Afterward, walk through Puerto Ayora, the largest town on the islands, and visit the local shops for unique souvenirs. This afternoon continue to Plazas Island, which was formed from lava leaking out of the ocean floor. It houses one of the largest Land Iguana populations in the Galapagos and is famous for for its beautiful flora, which includes prickly pear cactus trees and the Sesuvium ground vegetation, which changes color from green in the rainy season to orange and purple in the dry seasons Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 14: Saturday - Sail to Baltra Island/Flight to Quito |
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Dock in Baltra Island and transfer back to the airport, where a plane will take you back to Quito on the mainland. Upon Arrival, transfer back to your hotel and enjoy the balance of your day at leisure Overnight: Quito
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| Day 15: Sunday - Depart for USA |
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Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
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Notes:
- Passport numbers for all passengers must be submitted before documents can be issued.
- An upgrade to a Deluxe cabin is available on the Galapagos Explorer II
- We strongly recommend passengers planning to visit Machu Picchu reserve this optional tour in advance as availability cannot be guaranteed when purchasing locally.
- The route and program may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns. Wildlife and visits listed in the itinerary are based upon optimal conditions and therefore subject to change.
- Dry landing: Passengers step from the dinghy onto rocks or a dock.
- Wet landing: As the dinghy edges onto a sandy beach, passengers step into knee-deep water and wade ashore.
- Sturdy shoes are recommended for this program.
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Choice of Plan |
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Cities |
Plan B |
Plan A |
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Lima |
Hotel El Carmel |
Hotel San Agustin Exclusive |
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Cuzco |
Hotel Los Portales Cuzco |
Hotel San Agustin Dorado |
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Puno |
La Hacienda Hotel |
La Hacienda Hotel |
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Quito |
Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito
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Galapagos Explorer II |
Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito
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Galapagos Explorer II | |
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| Peru Gold Headpiece |
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| 15 Day Peru Galapago |
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| Peru Lima |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral 2 |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral 3 |
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| Peru Cusco 2 |
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| Peru Lima Night |
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| Peru Lima Mormon Temple |
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| Peru Lima Over View |
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- Flights Miami-Lima-Quito-Miami
- Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for ion and prices
- Airline fuel surcharges
- Intra-flights
- 14 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels
- 3 nights Lima
- 3 nights Cuzco
- 2 nights Puno
- 2 nights Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito, Quito
- 4 nights Galapagos Cruise on Galapagos Explorer II, Classic Suite outside cabin with 2 lower berths
- All transfers
- 23 Meals: 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Services of English-speaking local guides
- Shore Excursions
- Galapagos National Park Fee of $100
- Galapagos Transit Control Card fee of $10
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 |
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Airport taxes & fees |
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Optional tours, and gratuities. |
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| City Tours of Lima & Cuzco |
| Excursion to the Uros Islands |
| Galapagos Islands |
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| Day 1: Sunday - Depart the USA, Arrive in Lima |
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Depart the USA for Peru. Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight: Lima
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| Day 2: Monday - Lima City Tour |
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This morning meet with your guide for an orientation. Afterwards, depart for a tour of Lima. Enjoy the sights of Perus capital city with 2000 years of indigenous and colonial heritage before stopping at the San Francisco Monastery, famous for its 17th century architecture and world-renowned library. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure in the "Gastronomical Capital of the Americas" by exploring Limas nightlife or sampling some of its many restaurants Optional: Half Day Larco Herrera Museum & Pueblo Libre (PM) Optional: Dinner at La Dama Juana Overnight: Lima
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B )
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| Day 3: Tuesday - Fly to Cuzco |
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This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore on your own Overnight: Cuzco
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B )
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| Day 4: Wednesday - Full Day in Cuzco |
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Spend today at leisure in "The Imperial City". Take time to sightsee or shop independently. Cuzco is declared the Historical Capital by the Constitution of Peru and hosts nearly 1 million visitors every year. Visit some of the numerous Inca monuments or investigate the culinary secrets of Andean cuisine Optional: Full Day Machu Picchu (choose Expedition Train, Vistadome Train, or Hiram Bingham Train) Overnight: Cuzco
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B )
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| Day 5: Thursday - Cuzco City Tour |
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Enjoy this morning at leisure in Cuzco. In the afternoon, depart for a tour of Cuzco, view the impressive Colonial Cathedral in Cuzco, which contains over 400 paintings from the Cusqueña School in addition to colonial art. Continue on to visit the Korikancha, the Temple of the Sun, whose walls and floors were allegedly once covered by sheets of solid gold. This temple was once the most important religious site of the Incas Optional: Half Day Cuzco Behind the Scenes (AM) Overnight: Cuzco
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B )
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| Day 6: Friday - Transfer to Puno, Raqchi, and Pucara |
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Depart early this morning and travel to Puno, located on the banks of Lake Titicaca, the worlds highest navigable lake at 12,421 feet above sea level. Proceed to the Incan archaeological site of Raqchi, location of the Temple of Wiracocha. Admire the temple complex, living quarters, storehouses, fairgrounds, and ceremonial baths before departing for the artisan town of Pucara, the last stop before continuing on to Puno. A box lunch will be served on the coach. Upon arrival check into your hotel Overnight: Puno
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B, L )
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| Day 7: Saturday - Excursion to Uros Islands |
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Today begins with a boat trip to the Uros Islands. These islands are completely man-made structures, and their inhabitants, the Uros, continue to maintain them as they have since pre-Columbian times, using totora reeds from the lake to build not only the islands, but also their houses. Return to your hotel later in the day and enjoy the balance at leisure Optional: Half Day Sillustani Tombs (PM) Overnight: Puno
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B )
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| Day 8: Sunday - Fly to Lima |
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This morning transfer to the airport in Juliaca for your flight back to Lima. Spend the remainder of the evening at leisure Overnight: Lima
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B )
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| Day 9: Monday - Flight to Quito |
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This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Quito. Balance of the day at leisure Overnight: Quito
(
B )
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| Day 10: Tuesday - Sail to Cerro Brujo |
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|
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to San Cristobal Island. Upon arrival, proceed to board your ship, the Galapagos Explorer II. After settling in, you are whisked away to visit Cerro Brujo (Wizards Hill), one of the first sites Charles Darwin visited in the Galapagos. Today, it has become renowned for its stunning white-sand beach where an abundance of wildlife can be found, including brown pelicans, blue footed boobies, marine iguanas, and, most notably, sea lion colonies Overnight: Cruise
(
B, L, D )
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| Day 11: Wednesday - Sail to Española Island |
|
|
In the morning, arrive at Española island and spend the morning relaxing or enjoying one of the several optional tours around Gardner Bay. Although the water may be chilly, travelers are encouraged to go swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters to view the varied species beneath the surface. In the afternoon, visit Punta Suarez with a chance to see sea lions surfing the waves and marine iguanas basking in the sun Overnight: Cruise
(
B, L, D )
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| Day 12: Thursday - Sail to Whale Bay/ Rabida Island |
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|
This morning, travel to Whale Bay off the coast of Santa Cruz Island, one of the oldest whaling camps in the Galapagos. The beaches here are tinted green because of the presence of olivine crystals in high concentrations. The Galapagos only natural predatory animal, the Galapagos Hawk, can frequently be seen here as well. In the afternoon, journey to the small island of Rabida (wet landing), located to the south of Santiago, and home to a central volcano with some of largest and most varied types of lava in the island chain. Famous for its red sand beaches, a small saltwater lagoon provides occasional sights of Flamingos feeding on pink shrimp larva while the beach is home to a large sea lion colony. Additionally, there is a short walk to the top of the trail where you will have opportunities to photograph the striking volcanic peaks Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 13: Friday - Sail to Santa Cruz Island |
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Today, arrive at Santa Cruz Island (dry landing). Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, a specialized breeding and rearing center for the endangered Galapagos Giant Tortoise. The Darwin Station is a working branch of the international, non-profit Charles Darwin foundation which works to protect and maintain the Galapagos precious ecosystems. Afterward, walk through Puerto Ayora, the largest town on the islands, and visit the local shops for unique souvenirs. This afternoon continue to Plazas Island, which was formed from lava leaking out of the ocean floor. It houses one of the largest Land Iguana populations in the Galapagos and is famous for for its beautiful flora, which includes prickly pear cactus trees and the Sesuvium ground vegetation, which changes color from green in the rainy season to orange and purple in the dry seasons Overnight: Cruise
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B, L, D )
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| Day 14: Saturday - Sail to Baltra Island/Flight to Quito |
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Dock in Baltra Island and transfer back to the airport, where a plane will take you back to Quito on the mainland. Upon Arrival, transfer back to your hotel and enjoy the balance of your day at leisure Overnight: Quito
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B )
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| Day 15: Sunday - Depart for USA |
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Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
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B )
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Notes:
- Passport numbers for all passengers must be submitted before documents can be issued.
- An upgrade to a Deluxe cabin is available on the Galapagos Explorer II
- We strongly recommend passengers planning to visit Machu Picchu reserve this optional tour in advance as availability cannot be guaranteed when purchasing locally.
- The route and program may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns. Wildlife and visits listed in the itinerary are based upon optimal conditions and therefore subject to change.
- Dry landing: Passengers step from the dinghy onto rocks or a dock.
- Wet landing: As the dinghy edges onto a sandy beach, passengers step into knee-deep water and wade ashore.
- Sturdy shoes are recommended for this program.
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Choice of Plan |
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Cities |
Plan B |
Plan A |
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Lima |
Hotel El Carmel |
Hotel San Agustin Exclusive |
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Cuzco |
Hotel Los Portales Cuzco |
Hotel San Agustin Dorado |
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Puno |
La Hacienda Hotel |
La Hacienda Hotel |
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Quito |
Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito
OR
Galapagos Explorer II |
Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito
OR
Galapagos Explorer II | |
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| Peru Gold Headpiece |
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| 15 Day Peru Galapago |
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| Peru Lima |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral 2 |
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| Peru Lima Cathedral 3 |
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| Peru Cusco 2 |
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| Peru Lima Night |
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| Peru Lima Mormon Temple |
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| Peru Lima Over View |
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| 15 Day Peru with 4 Day Galapagos Cruise -Plan B Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 20(Sold Out) | $5149.00 | N/A | |
Jun 3(Sold Out) | $5079.00 | N/A | |
| Jun 17 | $5229.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 1 | $5359.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 15 | $4999.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 29 | $5029.00 | N/A | |
| Aug 12 | $5419.00 | N/A | |
Oct 7(Sold Out) | $5179.00 | N/A | |
Nov 4(Sold Out) | $5169.00 | N/A | |
| Dec 2 | $5289.00 | N/A | |
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| 15 Day Peru with 4 Day Galapagos Cruise -Plan A Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 20(Sold Out) | $5199.00 | N/A | |
Jun 3(Sold Out) | $5229.00 | N/A | |
| Jun 17 | $5329.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 1 | $5509.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 15 | $5149.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 29 | $5179.00 | N/A | |
| Aug 12 | $5569.00 | N/A | |
Oct 7(Sold Out) | $5329.00 | N/A | |
Nov 4(Sold Out) | $5319.00 | N/A | |
| Dec 2 | $5439.00 | N/A | |
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| 15 Day Peru with 4 Day Galapagos Cruise -Plan B Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 20(Sold Out) | $5149.00 | N/A | |
Jun 3(Sold Out) | $5079.00 | N/A | |
| Jun 17 | $5229.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 1 | $5359.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 15 | $4999.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 29 | $5029.00 | N/A | |
| Aug 12 | $5419.00 | N/A | |
Oct 7(Sold Out) | $5179.00 | N/A | |
Nov 4(Sold Out) | $5169.00 | N/A | |
| Dec 2 | $5289.00 | N/A | |
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| 15 Day Peru with 4 Day Galapagos Cruise -Plan A Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 20(Sold Out) | $5199.00 | N/A | |
Jun 3(Sold Out) | $5229.00 | N/A | |
| Jun 17 | $5329.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 1 | $5509.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 15 | $5149.00 | N/A | |
| Jul 29 | $5179.00 | N/A | |
| Aug 12 | $5569.00 | N/A | |
Oct 7(Sold Out) | $5329.00 | N/A | |
Nov 4(Sold Out) | $5319.00 | N/A | |
| Dec 2 | $5439.00 | N/A | |
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