Day 1 LIMA
Arrival in Lima, transfer to your accommodation. Overnight in Lima
Day 2 LIMA - CUSCO (B)
City tour of Cusco which was the capital of the Inca Empire. It includes the main square, the Cathedral, its extremely somber renaissance facade contrasts with the baroque and plateresque style of its interior, and Koricancha, a famous temple dedicated to the sun. Overnight.
Day 3 CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO (B - L)
Guided visit to Machu Picchu, “Lost city of the Incas” UNESCO World Heritage Site. Machu Picchu was built in the classical Inca style, with polished dry-stone walls fitted with masterful precision. Its primary buildings are the Intihuatana, the Temple of the Sun, and the Room of Three Windows. Overnight.
Day 4 CUSCO - LIMA - QUITO (B)
Transfer to Cusco – Lima. Flight Lima – Quito. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight.
Day 5 QUITO (B)
Colonial city tour, bustling streets and squares in the largest historical old town of the Americas, a multi-ethnic, artistic and cultural heritage destination. Overnight.
Day 6 QUITO - PEGUCHE - COTACACHI - MAGNALENA KARANKI COMMUNITY (B - D)
Visit the village of Peguche with its traditional looms, and its Andean instruments. Then go to Magdalena, the Karanki community inhabit a paradise lost in time amongst llamas and condors, peaceful lagoons and the Imbabura Volcano. Admire the beauty of their embroidery, share their everyday shepherding and harvesting activities and stand face-to-face with people untouched by the emergencies of modern life. Share a comfortable room with private facilities, hot water and taste their food. The natural realm of this hidden mountain niche can be absorbed in optional activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, or hiking up to the nearby hills. Overnight.
Day 7 MAGDALENA KARANKI COMMUNITY - TRAIN RIDE TO SALINAS (B - L)
Visit the Otavalo market where craft fairs can be found, then drive to Ibarra to take the train that crosses mysterious tunnels through the mountains, astonishing bridges spanning wide gullies and a unique biodiversity.
Arrive in the Afro-Ecuadorian community of Salinas whose inhabitants are well-known for their agricultural activity. Back to Quito. Overnight.
Day 8 - Day 11 GALAPAGOS CRUISE (B - L - D)
Domestic flight to Galapagos. All-inclusive 3-night top quality cruise (M/Y Galapagos Legend or M/Y Coral I or M/Y Coral II). Only a special few have the chance to travel to this paradise, sailing on a charming ship, with nautical interior decoration of wood and brass featuring ample outer decks, sea view cabins and suite, jacuzzi or pool, bar and more. See prehistoric iguanas, giant tortoises, exotic birds, plants, beautiful landscapes of volcanoes.
Swim and snorkel in the clear waters among tropical fish, manta rays, sea lions, sea turtles and other marine wildlife. Multilingual naturalist guides lead shore excursions twice a day to a place unlike any other, full of wildlife that has no fear of man. Daily lectures explain the geology, history, evolution, flora and fauna of the islands in several languages.
A fine selection of meals will delight you, ice cream festivals, and evening BBQ. Flight to Guayaquil. Overnight.
Day 12 GUAYAQUIL (B)
Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your onward flight. Extension programs can be arranged by Latino Holidays.
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Food Code = (B) – Breakfast, (L) – Lunch, (D) – Dinner
LHKTMTY001 *Please note: Prices based on twin share, low season, per person, as per described itinerary. Optional tours / Extensions not included and are at extra cost. The package does not include flights for the following routes: Lima – Cusco – Quito – Galapagos – Guayaquil. The itinerary & pricing can change at any time due to availability & of activities. Please check our website for full terms and conditions*
