Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Taking A Galapagos And Machu Picchu Tour

By Patty Goff


Due to the close proximity in Latin America, it is very possible to do a galapagos and machu picchu tour within just over two weeks. These two destinations house some of the most significant natural and cultural marvels that the continent has to offer. These include ruins, legends, cultures, wildlife and foods that are unique to Ecuador and Peru.

Whether you fancy Peru with its Lost City of the Incas, or whether it be the Galapagos Islands with the Enchanted Isles, you now get to experience both beach and inland vacation treats in one packaged holiday. If it is luxury you are after then opt for an upgraded cruise boat experience. For the fiercer travelers there are the normal tourist living amenities that Latin America is known for.

During a comprehensive tour you will encounter two of the wonders of the ancient word. One of these boasts of natural wonders and untouched sea and land life. Its archipelago wildlife with exquisite flora is literally unique to this part of the world. Activities include snorkeling alongside welcoming sea turtles and sea lions in clear waters.

The second wonder brags of culture, exploration and causes yet to be discovered. The Lost City of the Incas has discoverers and visitors wonder of its existence for years after their visit to this majestic land with its cultural villages and hiking terrain. Experienced tour guides accompany visitors to the ruins and villages whilst educating them on the civilizations that were and are now.

The hotel amenities in South America are simpler than those found in the United States. The rooms are also somewhat smaller. Each room has a private bathroom. During the summer months the air conditioned rooms are welcoming after a long day in the heat. Meals are balanced between food that visitors are used to in their home countries, to more local cuisine such as barbecued meats and fruits.

This type of tour is not suitable for people who use the support of walking devices or wheelchairs as it covers natural terrains. It also entails at least six to eight hours of physical activity in the form of walking at altitudes that reach between seven thousand and eleven thousand feet. In some cases people also carry their backpacks with them during this time.

The average tour that combines both destinations is approximately eighteen days long. Escorted trips usually include airport transfers, tour guides for cultural and educational sites, tour leaders for activities such as hiking and swimming and local payments of some parts of the tours. Where hotels are used for evening rests, breakfasts are usually served the next morning.

As Latin America is the western most continent, it is quite distant from many countries. It is sensible to plan a trip here by combining at least two such a amazing destinations. Not all travelers have the liberty of setting aside up to six months of travel time. Therefore up to three weeks is ample to experience these continental marvels.




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