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The Galapagos Islands are just one of Ecuador’s many enchanted destinations. Whether you wish to relax and take in the scenery from an eighteenth-century mountain hacienda, explore a rural market for handmade crafts, join a canoeing expedition in the lush Amazon Jungle, or stroll through the charming colonial cities of Quito and Cuenca. Ecuador has all the elements of a dream vacation. Extend your vacation beyond the Galapagos Islands and you will enjoy a safe, carefree, once-in-a-lifetime experience as only Luxury Adventures can provide.
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Argentina has been distinguished by the UNESCO in 1981 by registering in the World Heritage List some properties of natural and cultural relevance. Argentina has a wide variety of ecosystems where you can simply be in contact with nature and enjoy the beautiful landscape or practice recreational and sport activities as trekking, mountain biking, white-water rafting, canoeing, bird watching, fishing, skiing, golf, and wine tours.
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Peru, the largest in area in the Andean countries, was the cradle of the most advanced indigenous civilizations and most powerful empire in pre-Columbian South America-that of the Incas. Peru was also the focus of Spanish colonial domination for its first two hundred years of rule. What remained of pre-Columbian America with regard to people, culture, and settlements is perhaps better represented in Peru than in any other country in South America.
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Itineraries
Luxury Adventures will allow you to create your own itinerary - just hand-pick the places you want to explore and we will design a tailor - made itinerary to fulfill your wishes. The following is a sample listing of our most popular itineraries.
* Galapagos Islands, Ecuador – A living breathing laboratory of Evolution
* Machu Picchu, Peru – Explore the fascinating remains of the Inca Empire
* Patagonia, Bariloche & Calafate, Argentina – Patagonian Lake District & the Gateway to the majestic world of Glaciers
* Iguazu Falls, Argentina – The greatest spectacle of water falls and tropical forest ever existing on Earth
* Mendoza Wine Region, Argentina – Visit the new age, elegant boutique vineyards
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Ecuador & Galapagos |
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador – from USD 5158 per person
Day 1: Arrival
Our Adventure begins as you board your flight to Quito. Transfer upon arrival to your hotel for registration.
Day 2: Exploring the Colonial City of Quito
After breakfast, take a ride to the historical part of Quito for a guided tour of the city and have lunch at Theatrum Restaurant. Quito in the 13th century was the prosperous center of the Kingdom of Quitus. Later, it became the northern capital of the Inca Empire. In the 16th and 17th Centuries, Colonial architects built formidable temples, monateries and mansions here. Today the colonial sector preserves over 400 years of Spanish heritage. In 1978 UNESCO designated this urban jewel as a World Heritage Site. B.L.
Day 3: Heading to the Islands
After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will pick you up at hotel to transfer you to the national airport for your domestic flights to Galapagos. Upon arrival to Galapagos, guides will meet you, collect your luggage and escort you on the short bus ride to the harbor. Motorized rafts, called ‘Pangas’ will transport you to the M/V Eclipse and our crew will welcome you onboard. After the ship departs, lunch will be served. Your first island visit will be in the afternoon. B.L.D.
Day 4 – 9: Exploring the Galapagos Islands
Each day you will disembark the Eclipse in the mornings and the afternoons. You will board a panga that will take you to the different islands and landmarks. You will have the opportunity to hike, snorkel, take some amazing pictures, learn and experience first-hand the unique animals of the islands. Every night our naturalist guides will host an optional lecture. You will learn about the history, geology, animals and mysteries of the enchanted islands. They will also brief you on the next day’s itinerary. B.L.D.
Day 10: Back to Reality
Disembark the Eclipse and take your flight back to the mainland in Baltra Island. Upon arrival to Quito, your guide will meet you to transfer you to your hotel. B
Day 11: Departure
After a week filled with adventure, excitement and relaxation, you will be ready to head back home with renewed enthusiasm and energy. We will arrange your transfer from the hotel to the airport. B
* Prices are per person based on a double occupancy, subject to change without prior notice.
Program Rates Include
* 7 nights aboard the Eclipse, Main Deck Stateroom
* 5 star accommodation in Quito
* Sightseeing and entrance fees as indicated
* All meals as stated in the itinerary, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
* Private guide and transportation in mainland Ecuador
* Passport holder
* Galapagos National Park Fee
* Round trip flight Quito – Galapagos
* Local naturalist guides aboard the Eclipse
* Activities in Galapagos according to the itinerary
Prices do not include
* Cost of obtaining a passport of visa
* International flights
* Communications costs, such as phone calls and faxes
* Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
* Any Items of a personal nature
* Any items not included in “Program Rates Include”
Contact us about this itinerary
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