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Machu Picchu & Ecuador Amazon & Galapagos Islands Cruise Onboard the Athala or Nina
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1:
INTERNATIONAL ARRIVAL TO LIMA, PERU
Meet and greet by our representative upon arrival at Lima airport and transfer to deluxe hotel.
Day 2:
DEPARTURE FROM LIMA TO CUSCO
After breakfast you will be transferred to the Lima airport for your connecting flight to Cusco. Upon
arrival to Cusco you will be transferred to deluxe hotel. Enjoy the rest of the morning at your leisure
to acclimatize to the altitude.
In the afternoon, you will have a tour of the best sectors of the city of Cusco including Koricancha
Temple (Temple of the Sun) and the Cathedral with its magnificent chapels and baroque altars and
paintings from the Cusquenian School. The tour also includes the surrounding ruins: the fortress of
Sacsayhuaman, the Inca bath of Tambomachay, the labyrinth of Puca Pucara and the amphitheatre
of Kenko (Private services).
Overnight at deluxe hotel in Cusco
Day 3:
MACHU PICCHU DAY – TOUR FROM CUSCO
After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the Poroy Train Station where you will board the
Vistadome train for a spectacular 3-hour ride across the Andes Mountains to the small town of
Aguas Calientes,
Upon arrival a short transport from Aguas Calientes will take you to the entrance of Machu Picchu
ruins where you will meet your guide and begin your tour of the Lost City.
After your tour, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the unique Machu Picchu Sanctuary lodge.
In the afternoon, you will then take the Vistadome train back to Poroy train station in Cusco. You will
be transferred from Poroy Train Station back to your selected hotel in Cusco for an overnight stay.
Day 4
URUBAMBA DAY – TOUR FROM CUSCO
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. During this fascinating tour,
you will visit the village of Pisac and attend the local agricultural open-market where artisans from
all over the area congregate to sell their crafts.
Then, enjoy a buffet lunch in a cozy countryside restaurant.
After lunch, you will continue to the north to visit Ollantaytambo, a famous fortress built during the
Inca Empire, with a history full of mystery and drama, and an excellent example of Incan military
architecture
At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel for your final night in Cusco.
Day 5
DEPARTURE FROM PERU TO ECUADOR
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Cusco airport for your connecting flight to Lima. In
Lima you will connect with your flight to Quito or Guayaquil.
Upon arrival to Quito or Guayaquil, you will be met and transferred to your deluxe hotel for your
overnight.
Day 6:
DEPARTURE FROM QUITO TO AMAZON & FIRST DAY AT NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Quito airport for a 30 minute flight to the Amazon town
of Coca.
Napo Wildlife Center is located on the Anangucocha lake, within the unique ancestral territory of the
Anangu Quichua Community, part of the Yasuni National Park.
Upon arrival to Coca you will be transferred to a dock on the banks of the Napo River. Here, you will
board a motorized canoe and begin a very exciting trip, deep into the Amazon jungle. You will ride
your canoe on the Napo River for about 2 hours (packed lunch on the way). During the ride, keep
your eyes open and binoculars at the ready to spot birds like herons, kingfishers and more.
After arriving at the Napo Wildlife Center entrance dock you will switch to a dugout canoe. Your
guide will quietly paddle along this peaceful canal to make sure that the local wildlife is not
disturbed. After about 1 to 1.5hrs, you will arrive to a majestic lake where the lodge is located.
During this portion of the ride, there is a good chance to see monkeys as well as some resident
Amazon bird-life such as toucans, parrots or even macaws.
As you arrive to the lodge in the late afternoon, you will be greeted with a welcome cocktail, and
warm smiles. After dinner you have the exciting option to view cayman (alligator) around the lake or
simply relax to the sounds of the nocturnal jungle.
Day 7:
NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER
This morning, an early wake-up will allow you to reach the best access to the nearby parrot-licks
(about 1 hour away). You will arrive just before parrot activity kicks off at the clay lick between 7:30
to 8:30. A total of 11 species of parrots, parakeets and macaws can be seen.
Later, hike along a forest trail to visit to the Quichua community of Añangu and share time with a
family on their activities. After this unique and fascinating cultural encounter, you will return to the
nearby creek and hike through the lush forest for about 30 minutes until you arrive to the second
parrot clay lick. With a little luck and patience, you may be able to find more colorful parrots,
parakeets and maybe even macaws.
During your parrot-lick trip, you will have an energizing box lunch. You will return to the lodge in the
late afternoon.
Day 8:
NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER
In order to get the best opportunities to view wildlife, you will have another early breakfast. Then,
you will go on a short, 20 minute hike to Napo Wildlife Center’s amazing canopy tower. Standing at
36m (about 118ft) high, this exciting, yet very safe tower is an incredible way to observe the jungle´s
unique wildlife.
Stare in awe as flocks of colorful tanagers pass right through the canopy of the tree, blue and yellow
macaws wiz by, spider monkeys search for fruit in nearby trees and see if you can spot not one, but
the two species of large toucans that call this forest home. Birds that are virtually impossible to see
from the forest floor far below are suddenly right beside you, oblivious to your presence. The
canopy tower opens a whole new world to guests of the Napo Wildlife Center!
You will then return to the lodge restaurant for lunch.
In the afternoon hike on a lush trail along primary forest to discover more of the mysterious forest
interior. During your hike you may get to see lizards, frogs, or the unique and endemic Golden
mantle tamarin monkeys. After the hike, explore the lake and creeks by dugout canoe with great
possibilities of running into a Giant otter family on the way.
In the evening, enjoy free time at the lodge before another restful overnight.
Day 9:
NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER AND RETURN TO QUITO
One more early wake up and breakfast, you are used to these by now of course, to enjoy one last
opportunity to find jungle fauna during hours of peak activity. As you canoe back to the Napo river,
the creek may reveal new sightings of Giant otters, Monk Saki monkeys or many rare birds.
As you arrive to the Napo river docking area you will have time to use the restrooms before hopping
on your on the motorized canoe for your ride back to the Coca town dock. After about 2 to 2.5hrs,
you will arrive to Coca for your Coca–Quito flight.
Upon arrival to Quito, you will be transferred to your deluxe class hotel.
Day 10 (Saturday)
FLIGHT FROM QUITO or GUAYAQUIL TO THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Transfer out from hotel in Quito or Guayaquil to airport for Galapagos flight connection. Assistance
at the aiport by our representative. You will arrive at Baltra Island in the morning. After passing
through immigration and baggage pick-up you will be met by Athala or Nina staff and transferred to
the yacht. You will be shown to your cabin where you will have some time to settle in before lunch
and a welcome briefing.
In the afternoon, you will visit Bartholomew Island, home of the famous Pinnacle Rock.
Bartholomew consists of an extinct volcano with a variety of red, orange, black and even green
volcanic formations. You will take a trail of stairs to the summit of the volcano (about 30 or 40
minutes) where you will get one of the best views of the islands! You will also visit a small, beautiful
beach, surrounded by the only vegetation found on this barren island. The beach is perfect for
snorkeling where you may even get to see the resident Galapagos penguins.
Day 11 (Sunday):
ISABELA & FERNANDINA ISLAND
Isabela Island: The largest in the archipelago, this seahorse-shaped island is also one of the
youngest and most volcanically active as it sits right on a volcanic hotspot.
This morning, your visit is to Punta Vicente Roca, located on the northwestern end. Comprised of two separate coves, this site is a large bay which, for the lucky few who get to visit, has a
combination of cold currents which bring in abundant plankton, and in turn small fish. And where
there are little fish, there are big fish, which is why, although there is no land visit allowed here,
Punta Vicente Roca is a spectacular snorkel site. Keep an eye out for seahorses, sea turtles, and
the strange yet fascinating mola mola (or sunfish).
Fernandina Island: This is actually the youngest and one of the most pristine of the Galapagos
Islands. Not many visitors are allowed to this site as no foreign species have ever invaded this
island and it claims to be one of the world's most pristine island ecosystems. Your visit here may be
to a different island compared to visitors that may have been there recently as it is still very active
and changes in the landscape occur relatively often!
Across the channel that divides Isabela Island from Fernandina is Punta Espinosa, your afternoon
visit. Your landing leads to a trail filled with what may be considered as interesting obstacles: loads
of marine iguanas, so watch your step, as they expect you to move around them and not the other
way around. Pay close attention to your guide´s instructions as the iguanas have nesting sites here.
This spectacular trail will eventually lead to flightless cormorant nesting sites as well with much to
observe and enjoy in between.
Day 12 (Monday)
SANTIAGO ISLAND
Santiago Island: Your visit is to a site called Egas Port. Here, you will enjoy a hike over a dry trail
known for being a hang-out for curious Galapagos hawks and quick-footed Galapagos lava lizards.
The trail will then lead you to the coastline where you will visit the gorgeous tide pools and grottos
which are full of fauna and to observe the shy Galapagos fur sea-lions. You will also get to snorkel
at Egas Port beach.
Your afternoon visit, Rabida Island, is one of the most colorful and volcanically varied islands in the
archipelago as well as a great snorkeling site. We start on Rabida’s famous maroon sandy beach
and after an easy hike we arrive to a stunning lookout to enjoy the amazing landscapes.
Day 13 (Tuesday)
ISLA LOBOS & SAN CRISTOBAL INTERPRETATION CENTER
Isla Lobos is your morning visit. The name of this island means ¨Sea Lion Island¨. This aptly
named island is ripe with noisy, frolicking, jolly sea lions who will welcome you to their home with
open, well… open fins. This island also offers great snorkeling opportunities as well as the chance
to see blue-footed and nazca boobies.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Interpretation Center on San Cristobal Island. The Center
opened in 1998. This very educational visit offers exhibits that include the island's natural history,
human interaction, ecosystems and flora and fauna.
Day 14 (Wednesday)
ESPAÑOLA ISLAND
Española Island is the southernmost island of the Galapagos and is the breeding site of nearly all
of the waved albatrosses in the entire world. Española is densely populated with mockingbirds,
blue-footed and nazca boobies, Darwin finches, Galapagos doves, hawks, red and green marine
iguanas, and loads of sea lions.
In the morning, you will visit the spectacular Gardner Bay. After landing, walk across a lovely white
sand beach amongst a busy sea lion colony or dive into the water to swim with sea lion pups.
Suarez Point starts on a trail where you will have the chance to see blue-footed boobies,
albatrosses and nazca boobies. We will also visit a beautiful site on the ocean front where there is a
cliff that the large albatrosses use as a launching pad!
Day 15 (Thursday)
FLOREANA ISLAND
You will visit two sites on Floreana Island. In the morning, you will visit the famous Post Office
Bay. You will land on a beach and head to a spot where 18th century whalers placed a wooden
barrel for use as an unofficial mail box. The custom continues to this day with Galapagos visitors.
So, don´t forget your postcards, and don´t be surprised if the post card arrives to its destination
before you even get home!
In the afternoon, you will head to Cormorant Point. Here you will enjoy a hike to a salt-water
lagoon which is home to flamingos.
You will also get to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Devil´s crown. This extinct volcano
peaks out of the waters just off of Floreana´s coast and offers a magnificent snorkeling experience.
Day 16 (Friday)
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND & SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND
Santa Cruz Island is the archipelago´s main tourist and cultural center. In the morning, you will visit
the Charles Darwin Research Station. Here, visitors can observe and learn about tortoise
research and important breeding programs. This is also the home of Lonesome George, one of the
most popular creatures on the planet, and the last of his species.
In the afternoon, you will head to South Plaza Island. This small island with steep cliffs was formed
by uplifted lava and is now covered by Opuntia cacti. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion
colonies as well as colorful yellow and red land iguanas.
Day 17 (Saturday)
NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND & FLIGHT TO MAINLAND ECUADOR
In the morning, before heading out to the airport, you will have the opportunity for one more
wonderful visit. This time, you will head to North Seymour Island. Here you will be able to see
Galapagos sea lions, blue footed-boobies and magnificent frigate birds.
After this final visit, you will be transferred to Baltra Island´s airport in time to catch your flight back
to the mainland.
Transfer IN: from Quito or Guayaquil airport to hotel and overnight at a deluxe class hotel.
Day 18:
INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE
Transfer OUT: Quito or Guayaquil hotel to airport for international flight connection
Please note: Itineraries are unlikely to change significantly but are subject to change. Weather, wildlife breeding, instructions from the National Parks, actions or omissions of other pertinent authorities, specific abilities and interests of guests as well as operational matters may cause your guides or captain to change the times or nature of visits. Your guide will always endeavor to select the best itinerary within these limits.
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