Ecuador,  Galapagos Islands & Peru

Quito or Guayaquil, Galapagos Islands on board the M/V Galapagos Legend or M/Y Corals, Lima, Cuzco & Machu Picchu
10days / 9 nights

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Quito
Transfer in to the hotel
Overnight at hotel

Day 2: Quito
Explore bustling streets and plazas in the largest colonial old town of the Americas. We visit some of the most emblematic churches, including La Compañía and San Francisco, repositories of a fascinating multi-ethnic, cultural and artistic heritage. We end on a view point for impressive views of the old and new sections of town.
Approximately 11 miles (18 Kms.) north of Quito, we visit Mitad del Mundo, a historical site celebrating the French Geodesic Mission to accurately measure the Equator, where you will also find replicas of colonial architecture, including a typical central plaza, a church and bull-fighting ring. The Equatorial Monument situated at 0º0’0” latitude and the Intiñan Solar Museum with physics displays and an extensive anthropological permanent exhibit are also highlights of the complex. Overnight at hotel

Day 3-6: Galapagos, “a living museum and sample of evolution.”
All-included Galapagos Cruise on board the M/VGalapagos Legend or M/Y Corals: Local roundtrip air tickets to Galápagos. Roundtrip transfers hotel - airport and airport - dock (shared service).  
Visit the Enchanted Isles like Darwin in 1835 for the best Natural History show on Earth. Only a selected few ever reach this Paradise, on board a lovely vessel with bronze and wood interiors and ample outdoor decks. Enjoy whirlpool, swimming pool, solarium and open-air bar facilities and fully equipped cabins with air-conditioning and panoramic sea-view windows.
See prehistoric iguanas, giant tortoises, exotic birds, plants and beautiful landscapes of volcanoes, lava cones and magma flows. Swim and snorkel any time of year in the warm clear waters and colorful beaches among tropical fish, manta rays, sea lions, swordfish, sea turtles and other marine wildlife.   Multilingual naturalist guides lead shore excursions twice daily and lectures explaining the geology, history, evolution, botany and biology of the Islands are provided in several languages. A fine selection of meals will delight you, from buffet breakfasts to gourmet dinners, ice cream festivals, and evening barbecues.

Day 6: Galapagos to Quito or Guayaquil – Lima
Flight back to Quito or to Guayaquil
Arrival and transfer to the hotel
Overnight at hotel

Day 7: Lima
City tour of colonial old town and modern Lima including visits to the Government Palace, Town hall, Cathedral, Monastery of San Francisco, the most spectacular of Lima’s colonial-era churches. Limas’s cuisine is considered as one of the world’s best and most diverse.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Lima – Cuzco
City tour of Cuzco that includes the main square, the Cathedral, its extremely sober renaissance façade contrast with the baroque and plateresque style of its interior, and Koricancha, a famous temple dedicated to the sun.  Then visit to the nearby remains: Kenko, ancient ceremonial center dedicated to the earth, Puca Pucara, administrative and military center, Tammbomachay, important place of worship dedicated to the water, and Sacsayhuaman, a cyclopean fortress built for the defense of Cuzco.  Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Cuzco-Machu Picchu-Cuzco
Depart Cuzco with train Vistadome (time and departure train station might change, it is subject to availability when doing the reservations). Arrive in Aguas Calientes station and transfer to Machu Picchu by bus.
Guided visit of the citadel which is totally built of stone blocks, fitted with masterful precision. This fabulous city has houses, temples, warehouses, a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps. Lunch at a restaurant next to the citadel.
Depart Aguas Calientes with train (time and departure train station might change, it is subject to availability when doing the reservations).  Overnight at hotel

Day 10:
Transfer out.
**END OF SERVICES**

GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED IN DOUBLE ACCOMMODATION (02 pax minimum)

• From 2 passengers US$ 2,220.00 / net per person

Continent (Ecuador & Perú)
The rates include:
- Seat in a car, van or bus on a sharing basis.
- Meals, visits & excursions as specified.
- 2 nights first- class hotel in Quito, 4 nights first-class hotel in Peru
- Quito City tour (In sharing basis)
- 1 City Tour Cuzco
- Machu Picchu visit with Vistadome Train Ride
- Mentioned transfers, guidance and transportation. (In sharing basis)
- Entrance fees to churches & museums.

Do not include (rates subject to change beyond KT control):
-  Any meal or beverage not specified.
-  Any air ticket or service not specified.
-  Peru international departure tax (US$ 31.00 net per person) and domestic departure tax (US$ 5,85 net per person)
-  Medical Services, travel insurance and other not specified.
-  Tips & personal expenses.

Deluxe Galapagos Cruise:

The rates include:
Air Tickets Quito-Galapagos-Quito
Fuel Surcharge
Double accommodation in air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom.
Meals scheduled on board.
Daily visits to the islands with English-speaking guide.
Snorkeling opportunities.
Briefings and lectures on board.
Transfers to/from the Islands from/to the ship.
Shuttle service to/from Galapagos flight in Quito or Guayaquil

Do not include (net rates per person subject to change beyond KT control):
Galapagos National Park Tax: US$ 100.00. This tax can be paid directly by the passengers (cash only) or can be invoiced and prepaid by KT under request.
Galapagos National Institute Migration Control Card: US$ 10.00.
Snorkeling equipment (US$ 20.00 per short cruise and US$ 40.00 net per 7 nights cruise)
Wet suits (US$ 25.00 per short cruise and US$50 net per 7 nights cruise).
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Medical Services, travel insurance and other not specified.
Tips & personal expenses.

USED HOTELS:

First Class option:

• Quito: Hotel Dann Carlton
• Guayaquil: Oro Verde
• Lima: San Agustín
• Cuzco:  Eco Inn

Deluxe option:

• Quito: Marriott
• Lima:  Novotel
• Cuzco: Libertador

SUPPLEMENTS AND DISCOUNTS
Continent (Ecuador & Perú)
Deluxe class hotel upgrade US$ 330.00 net rate
Single supplement at first class hotel US$ 280.00 net rate
For triple accommodation US$ 70.00 discount per person in complete package

Deluxe Galapagos Cruise:
Triple accommodation discount: The third passenger sharing a Junior Suite, Legend Suite o Balcony Suite gets 10% discount out of double net rate (applicable only on board of the Legend).
Children discount: 25% out of the double net rate (children under 12 years old at the departure date sharing cabin with 2 adults).

Cruise supplements for M/V Galapagos Legend and M/Y Corals I and II (net rates) 

- For 5 days 4 nights cruise $    360.00 over the net rate
- For 8 days 7 nights cruise                 $ 1,360.00 over the net rate
**Net rates per person

Upgrade supplements for M/V Galapagos Legend and M/Y Corals I and II

**Net rates per person

Note:
Above rates are guaranteed for 2011 except that severe increases are felt on logistics, local and international policies, government regulations, money fluctuations or any other event affecting the operation that are beyond KT control.  Any adjustment will be informed at the time we receive a firm booking with the corresponding deposit.  No refunds on unused portions. We reserve the right to change itineraries.