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When satisfying your inner historian, don’t forget your inner naturalist. Cruise around the famed Galápagos archipelago, where you’ll share the shores with every native species from the blue-footed boobies to the pint-size penguin. A meet-and-greet with a colony of sea lions seals the deal on this wondrous extension to your Peru vacation.
Small Group Discovery
Each Globus South America tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted vacation, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
2021 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU.
Day1
Welcome to Lima! Meet your Tour Director upon arrival.
LIMA
Day2
LIMA Guided sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, Cathedral, and San Francisco Monastery. Tastings at a LF Peruvian food market. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
LIMA–CUSCO–SACRED VALLEY
Day3
LIMA Fly to Cusco.
SACRED VALLEY Participate in an LF El Pago a la Tierra (Mother Earth Ceremony) with local shaman. Visit Awanakancha to see a pre-Columbian weaving demonstration, and llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicuñas. Free time for shopping Pisac’s famous market.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
SACRED VALLEY–MACHU PICCHU
Day4
SACRED VALLEY Visit to the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo and a LF local Peruvian home. Scenic ride on the Vistadome Train through the Urubamba Valley.
MACHU PICCHU Guided sightseeing at Machu Picchu. Dinner at your nearby hotel.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MACHU PICCHU–CUSCO.
Day5
MACHU PICCHU Second included entrance to Machu Picchu. Afternoon train to the Sacred Valley. Transfer to Cusco.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
CUSCO.
Day6
CUSCO Guided sightseeing includes visits to the Cathedral and Santo Domingo Monastery. Traditional LF Pasacalle (Andean Parade) and visits to Kenko Amphitheater and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
CUSCO–LIMA–QUITO, ECUADOR.
Day7
CUSCO Fly to Quito via Lima.
QUITO Free time this afternoon.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
QUITO
Day8
QUITO Guided sightseeing includes Independence Square, the Cathedral, and San Francisco Plaza Church.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
QUITO–BALTRA–SANTA CRUZ (EMBARKATION)–CRUISING.
Day9
QUITO Fly to Baltra.
SANTA CRUZ Drive to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and visit the Tortoise Reserve where giant tortoises are found in their natural habitat. Embark the Galápagos Legend for your 3-night cruise.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: GENOVESA ISLAND.
Day10
GENOVESA ISLAND Your Naturalist guided tour take you up Prince Philip’s Steps, where you will see large nesting colonies of Nazca and red-footed boobies. Wedge-rumped storm-petrels can be and, if you’re lucky, you may catch a glimpse of a short-eared Owl. After lunch on board, visit Darwin Bay to observe frigatebirds, red-footed boobies, herons, lava gulls, and many other bird species.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: SANTA CRUZ & SANTA FÉ ISLANDS.
Day11
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND Guided walk around a brackish lagoon where feeding flamingos are often found. Climb Dragon Hill, an important nesting ground for endemic land iguanas, offering lovely views of the neighboring islands. The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers, and Galápagos doves.
SANTE FÉ ISLAND See a large sea lion colony greets you on its white-sand beach. Walk through a cactus forest in search of the endemic Santa Fe land iguana, the largest in the islands. This island is home to a number of endemic species, including the Galápagos hawk, Galápagos snake, a variety of finches, and one of the four species of Galápagos mockingbirds.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
CRUISING: MOSQUERA ISLET–BALTRA (DISEMBARKATION)–GUAYAQUIL.
Day12
MOSQUERA ISLET This flat, sandy island has a large colony of sea lions and is an excellent site for observing shorebirds such as herons and lava gulls. Take a dip in the waters and snorkel to see the abundant sea life.
BALTRA Fly to Guayaquil.
GUAYAQUIL Free time this evening.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
GUAYAQUIL
Day13
. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
Maximum elevation on tour: 13,000 feet.Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Casa Andina Select Miraflores
Moderate First-Class
This hotel welcomes you to Lima in comfort and style. It is located in the center of Lima's bustling district of Miraflores, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars, and other Lima attractions. The excellent Casa Andina Select Miraflores exudes sophistication and comfort, focusing on personalized service and great amenities.
Location
Calle Schell 452, Lima, Peru
Hotel Facilities
- ATM
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Beauty Salon
Room Facilities
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Voicemail
Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay
First-Class
Bursting with character, the Sonesta Posadas del Inca hotel is the leader in boutique hotels in the Sacred Valley. Featuring a rustic ambiance with modern comforts, dynamite local cuisine, and friendly service, it makes for a memorable stay in one of the most remarkable places in the world. The colonial-style former monastery is surrounded by views of the Andes and beautiful gardens - a leisurely and soothing escape.
Location
Plaza Manco 11 De Yucay 123, Sacred Valley, Peru
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Television
- Alarm Clock
- Voicemail
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Room Service
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
El Mapi by Inkaterra
First-Class
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo. The hotel welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit. Hotel amenities include a restaurant, bar, hot-water pond, gift shop, Internet, and laundry service.
Location
Av Pachacutec 109, Machu Picchu, Peru
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Gift Shop
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Pool
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Smoking Rooms
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
- Hair Dryer
- Mini-bar
- Desk
- Voicemail
- Daily Housekeeping
- Alarm Clock
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Superior First-Class
The Sonesta Hotel Cusco features a modern contemporary décor and a fine dining restaurant serving classic Peruvian cuisine. It is within blocks of a handicraft market, Plaza de Armas, shops, and restaurants.
Location
Av. El Sol 954, Cusco, Peru
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
- Climate Control
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Alarm Clock
- Voicemail
- Television
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Daily Housekeeping
- Smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
Hilton Colon Quito (SAT)
Superior First-Class
The Hilton Colon Quito hotel is 10 minute walk from the colonial Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This modern hotel enjoys spectacular views of the city. Amenities include a fitness center, spa, outdoor heated pool, 5 restaurants/lounges, laundry service, concierge, florist, barber shop, and gift shop.
Location
Ave Amazonas N 1914 Y Patria Avenida 1, Quito, Ecuador
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Beauty Salon
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Television
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Voicemail
- Pay Movies
- Daily Housekeeping
- Alarm Clock
- Phone
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Moderate Deluxe
Combining excellent service and a laid-back resort feel, Hilton Colon Guayaquil is conveniently located only a few minutes from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport. The hotel is the perfect retreat for those traveling to and from the Galapagos Islands.
Location
Av Francisco de Orellana Mz 111, Guayaquil, Ecuador
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Gift Shop
- ATM
- Elevator
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- Concierge desk
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Room
- Spa Services
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Pay Movies
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Voicemail
- Climate Control
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
