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Take on an unforgettable nineteen night South American adventure that seamlessly blends culture, history, and natural wonders. Begin your journey in Lima, Peru, where modern sophistication meets ancient charm. Explore the mystical Sacred Valley, immersing yourself in the rich Incan heritage before reaching the iconic Machu Picchu, where breathtaking landscapes meet archaeological marvels. Traverse the Andean Explorer train to Lake Titicaca, where the world's highest navigable lake unfolds its captivating beauty. Dive into the vibrant traditions of local communities on its shores. Concluding your South American odyssey, set sail on a mesmerizing Galapagos Islands cruise, discovering the archipelago's unique biodiversity and pristine landscapes. Each day unveils a new chapter of awe-inspiring beauty, from diverse wildlife encounters to untouched beaches. This meticulously crafted journey promises an unparalleled fusion of history, natural wonders, and luxury, leaving you with memories to last a lifetime.
Arequipa
Arequipa Destination Guide
Charles Darwin Station
The Charles Darwin Station offers insight into ongoing research and conservation in the Galapagos.
Colca Canyon
Deep as the Grand Canyon in the USA, Colca Canyon is a colorful Andean valley with pre-Incan roots founded by the Spaniards in the 1530s. It's claimed to be the biggest and deepest canyon in the world making it impossible to see the bottom of the valley. Inhabitants of the valley welcome guests with a range of cultural, adventurous sports, and archaeological activities.
Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Islands Destination Guide
Isla Baltra
Today Baltra is the most important airport of Galápagos and a small navy base for Ecuador. Baltra has suffered most from human settling and does not have any visitor sites. Many cruises start from the its harbour and already there pelicans and noddies will welcome you.
To the north lies Mosquera, a small sandy bank with a large colony of sea lions. Go swimming and snorkeling on the beach.
Isla Bartolome
Isla Bartolome Destination Guide
Isla Fernandina
Isla Fernandina Destination Guide
Isla Santa Cruz
Isla Santa Cruz Destination Guide
Isla Santiago
Isla Santiago Destination Guide
Machu Picchu
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Puerto Ayora
Puerto Ayora is located on the southern end of Isla Santa Cruz. Puerto Ayora is a charming port town where sea, sun, seabirds and sailboats coexist. On the town's outskirts are the headquarters to the world-renowned Charles Darwin Research Station. Many travelers just pass through on the way to see Lonesome George (a 150-year old tortoise; the last of his species) at Darwin Station. Puerto Ayora is a lively seaside town offering international cuisine, oceanfront hotels, outdoor bars, scuba diving schools and an avenue of boutiques with everything from tie-dyed sarongs to Panama hats. Relish the Islands' crescent slices of sand, spectacular diving, mountain top vistas, and tropical climate. Visit select islands and choose from an array of outdoor activities, such as kayaking, scuba diving, snorkeling, horseback riding and mountain biking. Puerto Ayora provides the most convenient base for island hopping. Three boats, the Delphin, Esmeraldas III and Santa Fe, offer day trips to Florena, Bartoleme, North Seymore and Plazas.
Punta Vicente Roca
Located at the ‘mouth’ of the head of the sea horse, which forms the northern part of the Galapagos islands, is Punta Vicente Roca, Here the remnants of an ancient volcano form two turquoise coves with a bay well protected from the ocean swells.
The spot is a popular anchorage from which to take panga rides along the cliff that are the remains of the volcano or explore a partially sunken cave at the water’s edge. Masked and blue-footed boobies sit perched along the point and the sheer cliffs, while flightless cormorants inhabit the shoreline.
The upwelling of coldwater currents in this part of the Galapagos, give rise to an abundance of marine life which, in combination with the protection of the coves, make Punta Vicente Roca one of the archipelago’s sough after dive spots.
One cove is only accessible from the sea by way of an underwater passage. The passage opens to calm waters of the hidden cove where sea lions like to laze on the beach having traveled along the underwater route. The entire area of Punta Vicente Roca lies on the flank of 2,600 foot Volcano Ecuador.This is the Galapagos island’s sixth largest volcano. Half of Volcano Ecuador slid into the ocean leaving a spectacular cutaway view of the volcanic caldera.
Sacred Valley
The Urubamba valley is also named the Sacred Valley. It begins in the Urubamba's village and continues to Macchu Picchu.
Sullivan Bay
Sullivan Bay is located on the southeastern region of Isla Santiago belonging to the famous Galapagos Islands. This destination is known for its lava fields that many visitors enjoy exploring. This area of the Santiago Islet was active only 100 years ago and volcanic overflows still are remnant today.