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Itinerary

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Lima, Peru

Day 2: Arrive Lima Upon arrival in Lima very early this morning, we transfer to our hotel for breakfast and to rest until noon (rooms are ready for our early arrival). Then we tour the Larco Herrera Museum, whose ceramics collection includes a renowned set of erotic pre-Columbian pots. This afternoon we take a city tour of the Peruvian capital followed by dinner at local restaurant. B,D

Day 3: Lima/Cuzco/Sacred Valley Early today we fly to Cuzco, where upon arrival we stop for brunch then continue on to the beautiful Sacred Valley, a region of Inca sites and indigenous villages. After visiting the Indian market at Pisac, we reach our hotel mid-afternoon. Before dinner we attend a native Offering to the Earth ceremony. B,L,D

Day 4: Sacred Valley Today’s tour begins in the Incan farming town of Chinchero, where residents live much as their ancestors did, wearing traditional clothing and engaging in age-old customs. Next we tour the important salt pans in the lovely colonial town of Maras, where we also have lunch. We spend the afternoon exploring Ollantaytambo, a living town and site of massive Incan ruins that continue to inspire wonder to this day. B,L,D

Day 5: Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu Early this morning we travel by train for the 1½-hour journey to Aguas Calientes, where we board a bus for Machu Picchu. Our first guided visit of the stunning “Lost City of the Incas” begins late this morning. Thanks to its small size, our group will move nimbly through the ruins and have the leisure to absorb the beauty and mystery of this site whose original purpose has been lost to time. Following our tour, we check in at the 30-room Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, just 20 yards from the entrance to the ruins. While most visitors see Machu Picchu on a day trip, we have the rare privilege of spending the night and seeing the ruins after all the tourists have left. B,L,D

Day 6: Machu Picchu/Cuzco Today before the day trippers arrive we take our second guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Then we return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and free time before our mid-afternoon train to Cuzco. B,L

Day 7: Cuzco This morning we tour the archaeological hub of the Americas, the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city, and UNESCO World Heritage site. We stop at the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, an Incan masterpiece, then enjoy lunch in the home of a gracious Cuzco family. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure. B,L

Day 8: Cuzco/Quito Early today we fly via Lima to Quito, arriving late afternoon. This evening we have a briefing and dinner at our hotel. B,D

Day 9: Quito/Baltra/Galapagos Cruising – Santa Cruz Island Our Galapagos adventure begins with an early departure for Baltra, where we board the pri­vately chartered M/Y Coral II. After a briefing and lunch on board we head to Santa Cruz, where we visit a lagoon frequented by flamingos; ride a train up Dragon Hill for views of the bay; and take a dinghy ride to see land iguanas and Pacific green sea turtles, among other local residents. Back on board we enjoy a welcome cocktail party and dinner. B,L,D

Day 10: Galapagos Cruising – Rabida and Santiago Islands This morning we make a wet landing on a red-sand volcanic beach visited by sea lions, brown pelicans, boobies, and nine species of Darwin’s finches. Next up: a dinghy ride to a nearby reef for snorkeling (if we choose). This afternoon’s visit to Santiago reveals a landscape of tuffstone layers and lava flows. B,L,D

Day 11: Galapagos Cruising – Fernandina and Isabela Islands At Fernandina this morning we come face-to-face with the islands’ largest colony of marine iguanas, plus flightless cormorants, sea lions, and Galapagos penguins. This afternoon we visit Tagus Cove on Isabela, the largest of the 13 major Galapagos islands. B,L,D

Day 12: Galapagos Cruising – Bartolomé and Santa Cruz Islands On our first stop today we see a variety of volcanic formations on a guided walk to the summit. At Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz this after­noon we ride a dinghy through the primeval man­­grove to observe marine turtles, white tipped reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, and yellow rays. B,L,D

Day 13: Santa Cruz Island/Guayaquil/Quito This morning we see interpretive displays on Gala­pagos geology, marine and animal life, and climate at the Charles Darwin Research Station. After some free time to explore the town of Puerto Ayora we fly from Baltra back to Quito (via Guayaquil). B

Day 14: Quito/Otavalo Today’s excursion is to the northern highlands to the sprawling Indian market at Otavalo. At least 400 years old, it offers everything from farm animals, produce, and tools to rugs, jewel­­ry, and textiles. We also stop in the small town of Calderón, known for its bread-dough figurines. After lunch at a local hacienda we visit the village of Cotacachi, with more than 100 leather shops. Tonight we toast our exhilarating adventure at a farewell dinner. B,L,D

Day 15: Depart for U.S. This morning we enjoy a city tour including the Middle of the World monu­ment and lunch at a local restaurant. Late this afternoon we transfer to the airport for our flight to Miami. B,L

Please note: This trip involves considerable walking uphill, and on uneven terrain. Also, there are both wet and dry landings in the Galapagos. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour to the fullest. In addition, Cuzco’s high altitude (11,150 feet) could pose problems for travelers with certain health conditions. Please consult your physician if you have concerns.

Included

Tour Price Includes

• Round-trip air transportation from listed cities; all flights within itinerary
• 13 nights’ accommodations: 4 nights aboard privately chartered Superior First Class boat M/Y Coral II; 9 nights in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels
• 35 meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
• Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees; Galapagos National Park fee of $100
• Services of local Odysseys Unlimited Tour Directors; experienced naturalists aboard M/Y Coral II
• Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip
• Luggage handling for one bag per person
• Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers
• $100 frequent traveler credit towards your next Odysseys Unlimited tour ($200 after three tours)

Dates and Prices

2009 Tour Dates & Prices

	Mar 10	Apr 7, 14 May 5 Sep 1, 15 Oct 20 Nov 3, 24 Dec 1	Jul 14 Aug 4 Aug 18
Miami	$5,995	$6,295	$6,395
Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa	$6,395	$6,695	$6,795
Balt, Charlotte, Houston, Minneapolis, New York, Philadelphia, Wash, DC	$6,495	$6,795	$6,895
Boston, Chicago, Cinci, Clevland, Dallas, Detroit, Los Ang, San Fran	$6,595	$6,895	$6,995
Phoenix, Port (OR), Seattle	$6,695	$6,995	$7,095

Please call if your city is not listed; land only not available. Prices are per person based on double occupancy in an outside cabin on Sea Deck with porthole. Single travelers please add $2,995. Your $375 deposit is fully refundable up to 95 days before departure. All 2009 prices above are guaranteed.

Upgrade to Earth Deck with window: $395 ($595 single); upgrade to Sky Deck with window: $495 ($795 single)

The Quito/Miami return flight arrives late evening. All non-Miami prices above include a complimentary overnight stay at a Miami airport hotel with the return home one day later.

Business Class upgrade on round-trip international flight: $1,995. Airline taxes and departure fees of $197 ($263 with Amazon option) and port charges and cruise line fees of $105 (all subject to change) will be listed on your invoice.

Hotels

Hotels & Ratings

Day Itinerary Hotel Rating 1 Depart U.S. for Lima 2 Lima JW Marriott Hotel Sup. First Class 3-4 Sacred Valley Casa Andina Private Collection Sup. First Class 5 Machu Picchu Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge Sup. First Class 6-7 Cuzco Hotel Monasterio Deluxe 8 Quito JW Marriot Quito Sup. First Class 9-12 Galapagos Cruising M/Y Coral II Sup. First Class 13-14 Quito JW Marriot Quito Sup. First Class 15 Depart Quito for U.S.

Ratings are based on the Hotel & Travel Index, the travel industry standard reference.