2017 - APT Antarctica

40 Day 24. Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu. Board PeruRail's Vistadome train and admire the mountainous Andean landscape through your large panoramic windows as you travel to Machu Picchu. On arrival, set off on a locally-guided tour. After your unforgettable time here, settle into your charming hotel. Stay: Sumaq Hotel or similar. BD Day 25. Machu Picchu, Cusco. Board PeruRail's Vistadome to the Sacred Valley. Watch the picturesque scenery pass by before disembarking and transferring by coach to Cusco. Three Night Stay: Cusco, JW Marriott Hotel. BD Day 26. Cusco, Freedom of Choice. This morning, you'll enjoy a walking tour around the World Heritage-listed city of Cusco. At lunch, choose from three restaurants. BL Day 27. Cusco. Enjoy time to explore the wonders of Cusco at your own pace. Once the thriving capital of the Incan Empire, there is plenty to see here. B Day 28. Cusco, Lima. Fly back to Lima and be transferred to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow guests. Stay: JW Marriott Hotel Lima, Ocean View Rooms. BD Day 29. Lima, Guayaquil (Ecuador). Fly to Ecuador's coastal city of Guayaquil. Here you'll enjoy lunch and a city tour before spending the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore. Stay: Guayaquil, Hilton Hotel. BL Day 30. Guayaquil, Santa Cruz Island, Embark Galápagos Islands Cruise. Fly to Baltra Island in the Galápagos Islands and take a small ferry ride across the channel to Santa Cruz Island where you'll begin to learn about the remarkable ecosystems of these tiny yet hugely significant isles. After lunch, travel to El Chato Reserve, one of the best places in the world to see the iconic giant tortoise in its natural habitat. Later, transfer to your ship, the luxurious Yacht La Pinta. Four Night Cruise: Yacht La Pinta. BLD Day 31. Galápagos Islands Cruise, Santa Cruz Island. After breakfast, a fun Zodiac ride takes you to Eden Islet, just off the coast of Santa Cruz Island. Here, you'll be able to spot frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies diving into the water to hunt. If you'd like to explore the beautiful waters, you can snorkel and try to spot reef sharks. Weather permitting, a glass-bottom boat ride is also available. If you're lucky, you may even have the opportunity to snorkel with the friendly local seals. After lunch, head to Sombrero Chino Islet. Named for its similar appearance to the shape of the conical hats of Asia, your adventure here begins at the crescent-shaped soft white sand beach and travels along a 400-metre trail. Formed fairly recently, the islet is home to an abundance of spectacular wildlife. At the sheltered cove, you have yet another opportunity to explore the waters, hoping for a glimpse of the graceful white-tipped reef sharks and enchanting Galápagos penguins. BLD Day 32. Galápagos Islands Cruise, Bartolomé Island. Head out in the Zodiacs and disembark at pretty Bartolomé Island. Here, you'll wander past arid red volcanic landscapes of rocky terrain and enjoy sensational panoramic views. After lunch, re-board the Zodiacs and travel out towards Sullivan Bay where a breathtaking white coral beach awaits. Head off with your naturalist guide to explore the diverse landscapes and learn about the remarkable volcanic history of the Galápagos Islands and its inhabitants. BLD Day 33. Galápagos Islands Cruise, Genovesa Island. A morning stroll with your guide at Darwin Bay will teach you about the island's diverse bird life. If you are feeling active, you can opt for a walk across an old lava field for dramatic views, or simply enjoy swimming in this beautiful natural harbour. Your afternoon takes you to the opposite side of the island. Here, you can observe bird colonies including those of Nazca boobies, frigatebirds and storm petrels. If you are lucky, you may even spot the elusive short eared owl. BLD Day 34. Disembark Galápagos Islands Cruise, Baltra Island, Guayaquil. This morning, disembark at Baltra Island and head to the airport for your return flight to Guayaquil. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Guayaquil, Hilton Hotel. BD Day 35. Depart Guayaquil. This morning your tour concludes with an airport transfer. B Encounter Blue-footed Boobies in the Galápagos Islands www.aptouring.com.au

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