Day 1 - Friday - Mar 3, 2023
Arrive in Lima where you will be met by your local guide.
Day 2 - Saturday - Mar 4, 2023
Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines-a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil-some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 3 - Sunday - Mar 5, 2023
This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands-home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabra, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital - where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture. (Breakfast)
Day 4 - Monday - Mar 6, 2023
Peruvian Treasures, Presidential Palaces, and Pizarro's Conquests. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5 - Tuesday - Mar 7, 2023
| Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru |
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Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes. This evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Wednesday - Mar 8, 2023
| Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru |
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Stone Temples and Formidable Fortresses. MACHU PICCHU: Andean Heights and Hidden Secrets of the Inca's Lost City. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 7 - Thursday - Mar 9, 2023
A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 8 - Friday - Mar 10, 2023
Conquistadors, Churches, and the Colorful Culture of Peru. Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore Cusco's colorful culture. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9 - Saturday - Mar 11, 2023
Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Sunday - Mar 12, 2023
| Cruising the Amazon River |
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Spider Monkeys, Pink Dolphins, and Peru's Favorite Cocktail. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Monday - Mar 13, 2023
| Cruising the Amazon River |
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Exotic Birds, Night Creatures, and Natural Remedies. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Tuesday - Mar 14, 2023
| Manatee Rescue Center, Peru |
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A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast)
Day 13 - Wednesday - Mar 15, 2023
Fly from Lima to Quito. Take free time today to relax and prepare for your upcoming Galapagos adventure, or walk through the historic city to sample ceviche or helado (Latin-American ice cream). Dine out tonight or ask about the best clubs for music and dancing. (Breakfast)
Day 14 - Thursday - Mar 16, 2023
A Gold Altar, Artistic Avenues, and Two Hemispheres in One Day. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with delicious regional cuisine. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 15 - Friday - Mar 17, 2023
| Baltra, Galapagos, Ecuador |
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| Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador |
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The Theory of Evolution-and Giant Babies. This morning, take a flight to the Galapagos island of Baltra where you'll embark on your five-day cruise aboard the Treasure of Galapagos. Later onboard your ship, join in a briefing of the next day's adventures and enjoy a captain's welcome with cocktails and dinner. Note: The ship's itinerary may vary according to Galapagos National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, and seasonal changes to create the perfect cross-section of sites visited. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 - Saturday - Mar 18, 2023
| San Bartolome, El Salvador |
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Volcanos, Marine Life, and Lunar Landscapes. This afternoon, cruise to Bartolome Island. BARTOLOME ISLAND: Hike the Summit, Snorkel, and Swim. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 - Sunday - Mar 19, 2023
| North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador |
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| Isla Mosquera, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador |
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Masterful Marine Iguanas and Birds of a Different Color. This afternoon, cruise for the sandy island of Mosquera Islet. MOSQUERA ISLET: A Sea Lion Haven of White Coral Sand. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 18 - Monday - Mar 20, 2023
Tracing Darwin's Footsteps and Audubon's Muses. This afternoon, cruise to Cerro Brujo on San Cristobal Island. SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND: Blue Herons, Blue Lagoons, and a Sleeping Lion. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 19 - Tuesday - Mar 21, 2023
| Puerto Baquerizo, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, Ecuador |
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The Geological Genesis of a Magical Archipelago. This afternoon, you'll say farewell to the magical islands of Galapagos and fly to Quito. This evening, spend free time relaxing or enjoy one of Quito's many fine restaurants. (Breakfast)
Day 20 - Wednesday - Mar 22, 2023
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
