Real Travel - Galapagos Island Hopping

Argentina- Bolivia- Peru

Small group departure

14 Oct 2011

This exciting 19-day adventure crosses the continent. Commencing in Buenos Aires, the city of tango, and finishing in Lima, founded in 1535 and known then as the ‘City of the Kings’.
After visiting the sites of Buenos Aires and experiencing this cosmopolitan city, transfer to the magnificent Iguassu Falls for two nights. Then, by air, transfer to Salta, located in the centre of the Argentinean winelands. After seeing this colonial city and tasting some of the exquisite wines of the region, the journey continues north into Bolivia, a landlocked country high on the Andean Altiplano. Here the soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks, the desolate salt lakes and incredible landscapes of the Altiplano are sure to leave lasting memories. After visiting La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, we cross Lake Titicaca to Copacabana, Puno and on to Cuzco, the major centre of the Incas. A full day excursion by First Class train and bus takes you to Machu Picchu. After returning to Cuzco with a leisure day to explore the Indian market, fly to Lima for your return or onward flight.

Galapagos Island Hopping

5 Days

Tour Cost
AUD$1685 pp t/s
AUD$479 SRS

Guaranteed departure dates
2011: 09/25 Nov, 09 Dec
2012: 20 Jan, 03/17 Feb, 02/30 Mar, 27 Apr, 11 May, 08 Jun, 20 Jul,

08 Aug, 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 09/23 Nov, 07 Dec

Departures Guaranteed

with min. 2 persons.

If you wish to experience what can be described as the ‘weirdest place on earth’, then the Galapagos Islands is the place for you. Everything is different here, the wildlife, the vegetation, the lava tunnels, volcanic craters; you’ll find blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, sea-lions, giant tortoise and iguanas. There are beautiful sandy beaches, so you could find time to swim, snorkel or explore the islands. We offer two options: Island Hopping with accommodation on one island and full day excursions, or the luxury Galapagos Journey cruise.

Includes: Local transfers, 4 nights hotel accommodation, meals and excursions as indicated, Transit Control Card, National Park entry fee.

Not included: International flights, flights to/from Balotra, departure/exit taxes, personal expenses, tips, travel insurance.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Baltra Island [LD]
Arrive in Baltra and transfer by airport shuttle and ferry to Santa Cruz. Your hotel is near the Charles Darwin Station. Afternoon visit to the Research Station and possibly see giant tortoises on the way.

Day 2: Bartholomew Island [BLD]
A full-day excursion by boat to either Seymour North or Bartholomew Island to see the blue-footed boobies, birdlife, sea-lion colonies and view across the archipelago.

Day 3: South Plaza Island [BLD]
This small island is an uplifted slab of sea floor and home to a large population of sea lions. The steep 25m brittle lava cliffs on the southern side of the island provide a wonderful nesting place for a variety of sea birds.

Day 4: Santa Cruz [BLD]
Morning tour visiting the bays of Santa Cruz with lunch included. Afternoon visit to the beaches of Santa Cruz.

Day 5: Baltra [B]
Transfer to Baltra airport for your onward flight.

**Note: Itinerary is subject to change based on the availability of boats and National Park Regulations