Thursday, November 13, 2014

Find Machu Picchu Galapagos Packages For All Budgets

By Mayra Pierce


Now it is possible to fit two trips of a lifetime into one. There are a number of tour agencies offering exclusive Machu Picchu Galapagos packages. These deals include everything you will need to get the most out of the journey. Getting to two of South America's most remote regions used to be time consuming and difficult but not any more, it can now be done in style.

Peru and Ecuador have both changed immensely in the last two decades. Infrastructure is now of a good quality and is constantly improving. Internal flights are available between all major tourist attractions and good quality cars will transport you around the local areas. Travel agencies employ excellent local guides who know the history, language and culture of the country and can ensure passengers have everything they need.

Getting to the continent is also easier than ever with a range of flights from Europe and the USA. For most nationalities there are no entry requirements. To get into the Galapagos National Park there is some paperwork and a fee but the travel agent can deal with these. Most tours include a local guide who can handle the transfers and take care of the needs of all passengers.

Sailing around the Galapagos islands will always be a real treat but make sure you get the type of boat you want. They range in size from large, with over one hundred passengers, to small with just a few cabins. Larger boats mean larger groups when you disembark for trips to see the animals. Most of the boats visit the same islands so it really is about group size.

Most islands are small and so it is best to visit in small groups. This means you should consider the size of the boat you will sail in. The smaller boats are more expensive but offer a better experience. They all have excellent crews and qualified wildlife guides who really make the trip special. There are also plenty of opportunities for snorkeling to see the wonderful array of marine life.

It is lucky that Peru is next to Ecuador as this enables the traveller to add one of the wonders of the world to an already incredible trip. Machu Picchu is an iconic ruin in the high Andes of Peru. Built by the Inka, it is a mysterious and stunning place. It's location on top of a mountain just as the Altiplano turns into jungle makes it more than your average ruin.

The most famous of these is Machu Picchu, declared a wonder of the world in the year 2000. It is a stunning place, draped over the mountains as they descend from snow capped peaks into the lush jungle. Getting there is just a matter of a train journey from Cusco, the old capital of the Inka empire. Most tours spend at least a day there as it is a tourist attraction in itself. Cusco has some five star hotels and top quality restaurants serving modern cuisine made from local ingredients.

South America has really improved its image as a tourist destination. There are top class hotels, first class transport and wonderful restaurants for those seeking a luxurious holiday. Visiting some of the worlds top attractions is easier than ever with online agencies ready to tailor a trip to your taste.




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