Duration of trip: 20 days
Guaranteed year round weekly departures with a minimum of 2 people per excursion
Recommended day to begin excursion: Saturday
Scheduled activities for the first and last day may be changed according to the flight schedules of the travelers
“Unlimited” Mashipura Tours are unique packages that we offer to travelers of the world.  They are long and fascinating itineraries for tourists, who do not set boundaries on their adventures; who are looking for an unconventional journey to discover the wealth, traditions and culture of the people who inhabit the great American continent.

 

    

 

 

DAY 1: POINT OF ORIGIN - LIMA
After arriving in Lima, one of our staff will meet you at the airport. Private transfer to hotel. 

DAY 2:  LIMA – PARACAS 
During the morning, there will be free time to go sightseeing around Lima. We recommend that travelers stroll around the historical district and visit the Plaza de Armas, the San Francisco church and the Cathedral.  Downtown Lima is not too spread out so it is easy to get around and see these colonial attractions. Tour of the colonial district led by a Spanish speaking guide and private transportation available upon request.  At approximately midday, visitors will be taken to the bus station where they will board a bus to Paracas. This is the first leg of the route following the Panamerican Highway that passes through the parched desert from Lima to Southern Peru.  Travelers will enjoy the sights as they relax in roomy and comfortable buses with numbered seats and a reservation-only policy.  Pick-up and private transfer to hotel upon arrival. The night will be spent in a hotel in Paracas. The trip from Lima to Paracas is approximately 4 hours.

DAY 3: ISLA BALLESTAS – NAZCA 
Breakfast then meet at 7:15 am for private transfer to the port to go aboard a large launch leaving at 8:00 am for an excursion to the Ballesta Islands.  While boating out to the islands, visitors will be able to appreciate the mysterious beauty of the famous Cadnelabro de Paracas, a giant sand carving in the shape of a candelabrum and believed to have been created as were the Nazca Lines.  The Ballesta Islands, known as the Galápagos of Peru, are the home to various fascinating marine species such as seals, sea lions, penguins and a multitude of birds native to this habitat. Return to the port is scheduled for 10:15 am. Arrival at port is followed by transfer to bus station for the trip to Nazca which lasts approximately 2 hours. Travelers are assured of a seat on the bus as all places are reserved.  Upon arrival to Nazca, visitors picked up and transferred to hotel by private transportation.  There will be time available to reach small local airport to catch a sightseeing flight over the famous Nazca Lines. These strange and mysterious lines formed in the surface of the earth appear to be geometric shapes and animals. This activity is optional and can be paid for upon arrival at the Nazca Airport or at the time of registration for the tour.  Night in Nazca.

DAY 4: AREQUIPA 
After breakfast, travelers transferred to bus station for the trip to Arequipa. Travelers are assured of a seat on the bus as all places are reserved. Although the trip is long (close to 9 hours), the excellent condition of the highway that runs along the Peruvian coast makes up for the time spent in the bus. Finally, visitors pass through the Pre-Andean valley that leads to Arequipa, The comfortable conditions of the bus and several rest stops along the way help travelers through the lengthy trip.  As night falls, visitors will arrive at the beautiful “White City” of Arequipa.  

DAY 5: AREQUIPA
A free day dedicated to sightseeing in the city.  Visitors can go to Carmen Alto for a breathtaking panoramic view of Arequipa, or tour the churches – Santa Catalina Monastery, the cathedral or the Jesuit church – in the city.  Spanish speaking guide upon request for the tour that extends past noon.  Leisure time in the afternoon.  Arequipa, well-known for its alpaca business, is a very pleasant city to visit if you are travelling alone.  Guide upon request.

DAY 6: PUNO
Transfer to bus station for departure to Puno by bus with reserved seats.  This trip takes visitors over a new panoramic highway toward the high plateau region of Peru.  The journey takes approximately 5 hours.  Upon arrival at Puno, visitors are picked up and transferred to hotel situated on the shore of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.  Night in Puno.
    
DAY 7: PUNO – UROS – SILLUSTANI 
Boat ride out to the Uros Islands which are floating islands made from bulrush, an aquatic plant that grows in the lake and is representative of the history and oldest culture of this region.  Return to Puno for lunch.   Excursion in the afternoon to Sillustani, the religious heart of the Pre-Incan society.  The scenery which is dominated by giant funeral towers is fascinating.  The trip from Puno to Sillustani takes approximately 1 hour.  Both excursions are taken with other groups of tourists and are accompanied by bilingual (Spanish/English) guides.

DAY 8: CUZCO
Transfer to bus station for trip to Cuzco by bus with reserved seats.  The bus will travel over an excellent road through absolutely captivating scenery.  From the plateau region the road leads up to the towering peaks of the Andes where flocks of sheep and herds of llamas roam freely.  The bus will make a stop in Racqi so travelers can visit the Incan temples of Viracocha and Andahuaylillas, the latter being the most beautifully painted temple of the colonial era in this region.  Arrival at Cuzco by nightfall. Pick-up and transfer to hotel by private transportation.  Lunch included.

DAY 9: CUZCO
Visit Cuzco and its myriad cultural sites surrounding the city.  Travelers will go to the Templo del Sol, the cathedral, Sacsayhuaman Qengo, Pucapucara, andTambo Machay. This tour begins at 9:00 am and ends at approximately 13:00 (1:00 pm) and will be led by bilingual (Spanish/English) guides. Visitors will have the afternoon free to set out on their own to discover the magic of the San Blas neighborhood known for its pedestrian streets rich in the architectural style dating back to the time of the Incas.  

DAY 10: VALLE SAGRADO – CUZCO
Departure at 8:00 am for an excursion to the Pisac cultural site where it will be possible to explore Incan terraces and ruins.  There will be a lunch stop at Urubamba included in the excursion.  In the afternoon, the tour will continue on through the Valle Sagrado (Sacred Valley) toward Ollantaytambo, the principle ceremonial site and village of the Chinchero. The cultural site offers remnants of the colonial structures built over the original walls of the Incan residences. Return trip to Cuzco in time for dinner.  Private transportation and bilingual guides upon request.

DAY 11: MACHU PICCHU
Departure from the hotel at 6:00 am by private transportation for the train station.  Arrive at Aguas Calientes at approximately 10:00 am after an enjoyable train ride through the Peruvian countryside.  From there, a bus will take visitors on a ride of about 20 minutes to the final destination of the magnificent Machu Picchu, where without a doubt, the atmosphere is magical.  A bilingual (Spanish/English) guide will take visitors through The Lost City, undetected by the Spaniards upon their arrival to the area. After a guided tour of close to 2 hours, there will be time to explore this impressive site, walking in and out – up and down – all around the ruins sans guide. Return to Aguas Calientes in the afternoon for the return train ride to Cuzco arriving at approximately 21:00 (9:00 pm) bringing a day of unforgettable experiences to an end.  

DAY 12: LIMA
Last chance for leisure time in Cuzco.  Private transfer to airport for flight to Lima. Accommodation in the hotel, all the transfers are private.

DAY 13: LIMA - GUAYAQUIL
Transfer to the airport. Flight to Guayaquil (2 hours). Transfer and accommodation in the hotel.  Guayaquil has undergone a series of regeneration projects resulting in a new city. The downtown area complete with the winding Guayas River present the perfect opportunity for an afternoon stroll through the streets of Guayaquil.  A Spanish speaking guide is available upon request. A English speaking guide is available upon request.

DAY 14: THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Transfer to the airport along with our guide and departure for The Galapagos Islands.  Upon arrival, visitors will be accompanied to the hotel.  The Galapagos Islands make up a unique natural paradise unlike any other in the world.  The wildlife wandering along the paths and beaches of the Enchanted Islands cannot escape. Here, it is not unusual to swim with a sea lion or a giant sea turtle. The Galapagos Islands is a national park, therefore visitors must observe the rules and follow the instructions given by the guides. Having settled in to the hotel, later a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station with its Galapagos Giant tortoises.

DAY 15: THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS 
Morning departure and excursion by boat to visit one of the islands of the archipelago in the company of a specialized guide from the National Park Service.  These excursions require the active participation of the visitors and include navigating the terrain on hiking trails, relaxing moments on the beach, swimming in the ocean and for those who are adventurous, masks can be rented for snorkeling.  Encounters with the indigenous wildlife are continuous and the rocky terrain of the islands is volcanic in origin.  For trekking around the islands, it is necessary to wear comfortable footwear.  Lunch is included on the boat and the return to the hotel is scheduled for the afternoon. The planned program includes Plazas – Punta Carrión or North Seymour – Bachas.
The program of activities is subject to change due to situations beyond the control of the tour operators. The final schedule of activities will be delivered before departure from the tour’s point of origin.

DAY 16: THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Scheduled activities will follow the same plan as the previous day, instead visiting Bartolome Island.

DAY 17: THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Leisure time in the Galapagos Islands. Today, it will be possible to spend the day relaxing on the white sand of the beach at Tortuga Bay. Visitors can savor the experience of a pristine natural setting basking in the sun in or enjoying a swim in the sea. As an alternative to a day at the beach, we offer the possibility of a choice of excursions to other islands in Puerto Ayora not yet visited.  For scuba diving enthusiasts, we offer rental service of the necessary equipment (fees not included in tour prices).

DAY 18: THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS - QUITO
Final hours on the islands; transfer to the airport and flight to Quito, where visitors will arrive in the afternoon.  

DAY 19: QUITO
Leisure time. Private transfer to the airport, three hours before departure of intercontinental flight. English guide upon request.

DAY 20: POINT OF ORIGIN
Arrival at the point of origin of tour.

   

                             

RATES PER PERSON FOR 20 DAYS TOUR PERU - GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
USD 3440 per person for a double or matrimonial room in a Tourist Class Hotel
OFFER VALID ONLY FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER THROUGH THE MASHIPURA VIAJES WEBSITE

ADDITIONAL FEES
Tourist Class Hotel: USD 530 per person for single occupancy
Tourist Class Hotel: USD 590 per person
Single occupancy Superior Tourist Class Hotel: USD 740 per person
English speaking guides and private transportation in, Lima, Arequipa, Cuzco and Guayaquil: USD 290 per person
Half board (20 dinners – beverages not included): USD 420 per person
Airfare to Nazca USD 60 per persona

PRICE INCLUDES
Accommodation and first breakfast
All planned transfers and excursions for itinerary
Airfare Cuzco-Lima, Lima-Guayaquil, Guayaquil-Galapagos
Train Cuzco – Machu Picchu
Meals mentioned in the program
Excursions on boat with guide in the Galapagos
Tour guide assistance and emergency number for our office in Peru 

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
Round trip international flights
Meals not mentioned
Entrance to the Galapagos National Park (approximately USD 110 per person)
Entrance fees for museums and ruins (approximately USD 96 per person)
Mandatory travel insurance
Taxes in the airport

FLIGHTS
Mashipura Viajes does not sell intercontinental airline tickets.
Tickets may be purchased at the travel agency of your choice or on specialty websites such as:  www.kayak.com

PAYMENT
If you decide to purchase the tour package, it will be necessary to make two (2) deposits in our foreign account: an advance deposit of USD 1200 at the time of registration and the balance 30 days before the tour begins.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
It is mandatory to purchase travel insurance that is essential in case of misfortune, accident or illness during the tour. Under no circumstances will Mashipura cover any unforeseen expenditures of this nature.

TOUR REGISTRATION FEE
There is no required tour registration fee.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR TOUR PACKAGE
Direct registration through this website
The following information is required:

Departure date
Name of tour: All Peru and Galapagos
Complete name of each of the travelers
Passport number and expiration date of each of the travelers
Complete address of each of the travelers
Mobile and landline telephone numbers and e-mail address of each of the travelers
Birthdates of the travelers   
Type of accommodation desired
Possible additional costs required
Possible extended stays required

Once this information has been received, a voucher will be mailed indicating the necessary information related to the tour, costs, and payment arrangements for the money transfers.

   

 

 

TOURIST CLASS HOTELS PLANNED FOR LODGING

Lima: Hotel San Agustín Exclusive – modern accommodations set in the heart of Miraflores
Paracas: Resort Paracas – a cozy and comfortable resort
Nazca: Hotel Majoro – hotel with pool characteristic of the area
Arequipa: Hotel Asturias – located in the historic district of Arequipa; ideal location for visiting La Plaza de Armas
Puno: Hotel Casona Plaza – a comfortable hotel situated within walking distance to the central pedestrian street of Puno
Cuzco: Hotel Santa Catalina – a hotel of colonial style architecture caught up in the magic of downtown Cuzco
Guayaquil: Gran Hotel Guayaquil – a full comfort hotel situated near the Cathedral and the Iguana Park.
Puerto Ayora: Hotel Fernandina – a hotel with a small pool located near the Charles Darwin Research Station


SUPERIOR TOURIST CLASS HOTELS PLANNED FOR LODGING

Lima: Hotel San Agustín Exclusive – modern accommodations set in the heart of Miraflores
Paracas: Hotel Paracas – rooms and bungalows nestled at the peaceful seaside
Nazca: Hotel Majoro - hotel with pool characteristic of the area
Arequipa: Hotel Casa Andina Private – international quality accommodations in a modern hotel
Puno: Hotel José Antonio Puno – one of the best hotels in Puno that offers a spectacular view of Titicaca
Cuzco: Hotel Royal Inca – a hotel possessing large comfortable rooms within walking distance of downtown
Guayaquil: Hotel Unipark – a full comfort hotel located near the Cathedral and the Iguana Park.
Puerto Ayora: Hotel Silberstein – a very comfortable hotel with a pool.

Accommodations may be changed due to situations beyond the control of the tour operators to others of the same category or better. The hotels are chosen based on what is offered regardless of category, of the rates in relation to quality and guaranteed services.

 

   

     
    

        

 

Every week of the year

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