Itinerary for Exclusive Machu Picchu & Galapagos

ITINERARY FOR EXCLUSIVE MACHU PICCHU & GALAPAGOS ISLAND Ecuador & Peru 20Nights / 16Days

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Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Quito and Galápagos Islands 16 Days / 15 Nights Thank you for choosing to travel with Connexus Travel. We are leading luxury experiential travel company and we take the exceptional care of our guest in order to make a difference. Our commitment to sustainable responsible travel, community empowerment and conservation is world renowned. By embarking on this journey with us, you are helping us realise our visión. Our private tailor-made journeys offer complete freedom of choice. The itinerary below has been carefully designed to give you a taste of the exciting, endless possibilities and can be tailored to suit your exact preferences.

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16 nights / 20 days

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DAY PROGRAMME 1  Scheduled flight from Hong Kong International to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

 Overnight: Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference Center

2  Scheduled flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Quito International Airport

3  Arrival in Quito

 Welcome and check in at hotel

 Meals under your own arrangements

 Overnight: Casa Gangotena Hotel

4  Visit the down town

 Chocolate tasting

 Cooking class with lunch

 Middle of the World

 Dinner under your own arrangements

 Overnight: Casa Gangotena Hotel

5  Transfer from Casa Gangotena Hotel to Mashpi Lodge

 Overnight: Mashpi Lodge

6  Full Day Activities

 Overnight: Mashpi Lodge

7  Transfer from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Hotel

 Overnight: Casa Gangotena Hotel

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8  Transfer from Casa Gangotena Hotel to Mariscal Sucre International Airport

 Scheduled flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Baltra Airport

 Transfer from Baltra Airport to Baltra Harbour

 Overnight: M/Y La Pinta

9  Visit to Eden Islet

 Visit to Chinese Hut

 Overnight: M/Y La Pinta

10  Visit to Bartolome Island

 Visit to Sullivan Bay Island

 Overnight: M/Y La Pinta

11  Visit to Genovesa Island – Darwin Bay

 Visit to Genivesa Island – Prince Philipe Steps

 Overnight: M/Y La Pinta

12  Transfer from Baltra Harbour to Baltra Airport

 Scheduled flight from Baltra Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport

 Scheduled flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport

 Transfer from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Belmond Miraflores Park

 Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park

13  Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park

14  Transfer from Belmond Miraflores Park to Jorge Chavez International Airport

 Scheduled flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

 Transfer from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Belmond Monasterio Hotel

 City Tour Cusco

 Visit Nearby Ruins

 Overnight: Belmond Monasterio Hotel

15  Transfer from Belmond Monasterio Hotel to Poroy Train Station

 Transfer from Poroy Train Station to Aguas Calientes Train Station

 Transfer from Aguas Calientes Train Station to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

 Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu

 Guided excursion to Machu Picchu

 Brunch onboard the train

 Overnight: Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

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16  Transfer from Belmond Sanctuary Lodge to Aguas Calientes Train Station

 Second visit to Machu Picchu

 Lunch at hotel

 Transfer from Aguas Calientes Train Station to Poroy Train Station

 In the afternoon, board the Hiram Bingham train to Cusco

 Transfer from Poroy Train Station to Belmond Monasterio Hotel

 Overnight: Belmond Monasterio Hotel

17  Visit to Chinchero

 Visit to Maras & Morai

 Lunch in Wayra Restaurant

 Overnight: Belmond Monasterio Hotel

18  Transfer from Belmond Monasterio Hotel to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

 Scheduled flight from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport

 Scheduled flight from Jorge ChavezInternational Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

19  Scheduled flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Hong Kong International Airport

20  Arrival Hong Kong

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Casa Gangotena Hotel Quito, Ecuador

Day 1 & 2- Fly to Ecuador

Today, you will take a flight from Hong Kong to Amsterdam, then stay one night at Amsterdam, the next day take a flight to Quito, the capital of Quito, it is the second highest official capital city in the world. Day 3

Upon arrival to Quito, our representative will meet you and escort you to your waiting vehicle for the drive to your hotel.

Situated in a circle of Andean peaks, Quito is the world’s second highest capital, with arguably one of the finest settings in the world. Originally settled by the Quitu tribe in the first millennium, Quito was an important part of the Inca Empire, before being destroyed and re-founded by Spanish conquistador Sebastián de Benalcázar in 1534. The colonial center - declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1978 - is one of the largest and best preserved in Latin America. It is home to excellent museums, churches and art galleries.

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Today, your city tour begins downtown, passing through the modern section of Quito towards the city's historic district. Sit in Independence Square, flanked by the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace and the City Hall. Stroll past El Sagrario Church and marvel at the exquisite stone facade of La Compañía Church. Visit the San Francisco Church, built over the ruins of an Inca Palace in the 16th century. Ride up the road to the Panecillo or the Itchimbia hills for a breathtaking view of Quito. Your private guide will enlighten you on the history of Quito.

During this tour, savour a delicious chocolate tasting in Galeria Ecuador, where you will learn how to cultivate cacao plants, and the process of transforming the cacao plant into chocolate. Play an interactive game, where kids and adults can practice how to sow and cultivate cacao. You will be provided with cooking implements to prepare chocolate truffles, and a variety of delectable ingredients including cinnamon, salt from Cuzco, chocolate nibs, peanuts, almonds, cacao, sugar, etc. A guide specialising in chocolate will teach

License No.: 350001 SA-KL0059F 23Mar20 you how to prepare these ingredients, and in just a few minutes, you will be relishing scrumptious self-made truffles.

After this tasty activity, you will be driven to the Café Plaza Grande where you will participate in a Cooking Class with the opportunity to create two typical Ecuadorian dishes. A professional chef will be your teacher during this activity. You will be shown how to prepare "ceviche" and the famous "helado de Paila" (an ice cream made with fresh typical pulp fruits, considered one of the most iconic foods of Ecuador). The chef will guide you, and once your ceviche is ready, you will continue with the preparation of the dessert. Then it will be time to sit down and enjoy your delicious lunch.

Afterwards you will visit the Equatorial Monument, built as a tribute to the French scientists who determined the shape of the earth in the 1700’s. Visit the Ethnographic Museum inside the monument, where the colourful way of life of the different ethnic groups of Ecuador is on display. There is also the Intiñan interactive museum that reveals the different theories around the Incas.

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Casa Gangotena Hotel Quito, Ecuador

The historic Casa Gangotena mansion has been restored as an elegant boutique hotel. Lying a stone’s throw from the gilt Jesuit church of La Compañía de Jesús, the Museum of the City, Plaza Santo Domingo, the Presidential Palace, cultural centres and bustle of Quito’s Old Town, the Casa Gangotena enjoys an incredible location as it occupies a pivotal place in Quito’s historic heart.

Rising on the south-western corner of the Plaza San Francisco, the Renaissance-inspired building also combines Neo-Classical elements over its three floors. Within the interiors is a wide selection of guest rooms and suites offering accommodation. There's also a specialty restaurant featuring a Casa Gangotena menu. Lounging areas at the Casa Gangotena can be found both indoors and outdoors on the terrace.

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Mashpi Lodge Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve, Ecuador Day 5

You will be met by the Guide and transportation of Mashpi Lodge (sharing basis) and transferred to Mindo Valley (3 hour’s drive) Northwest to the Mashpi Rainforest Biodiversity Reserve, which extends over 1,300 hectares and is a haven for wildlife and biodiversity.

The remarkable new award-winning Mashpi Lodge is the perfect base for exploring the Mashpi Rainforest Biodiversity Reserve. It combines the highest standards of comfort, service, guiding and cuisine delivering a wildlife experience second to none. Sophisticated and strikingly contemporary, the lodge features views of mountains on one side and the forest up close on the other through floor-to-ceiling windows. There are 22 understated yet luxurious rooms and suites, a reading and learning area and wellness space. The dining room offers a dramatic setting for a lively gourmet experience where Mashpi's chefs draw from the diversity of Ecuadorian cuisine and ingredients, making the most of its location between the coast and the Andes.

At 03:30 pm we will gather together at the lobby in order to head to the First Trail. This trail starts at the side of the road, across areas where the forest is regenerating and large patches of pristine forest. For this reason this trail is ideal to explain the ecological succession processes and the importance of forest conservation for the Chocó region. Also this is a trail of great scenic beauty and toward the end of the trail you will find one of the unique attractions, a forest of “iron palm” (Iriartea deltoidea), which wood is used in different ways, mostly in house construction. This is also a very good trail for bird watching. It is a moderate difficulty trail and the excursion takes 2 hours

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Day 6

You will have a full day for enjoy the activities available at the reserve.

Air Tram (Canopy Gondola): The highlight of any trip to Mashpi is the canopy gondola or air tram. The four gondolas will take you through and above the canopy to an exciting exploration

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The air tram consisting of two stations, six towers (with an intermediate station, which you can embark and disembark), and four gondolas which are equidistantly arranged and separated by a distance of 500 meters (20 minutes) were designed to explore the forest from within. The gondolas travels through a cable 2000 m long at low speed (3 km / h to 50 m / min) and in certain occasions, the guides can stop the gondola allowing a longer observation of flora and fauna. Each lap takes about 40 minutes to complete.

The entire system were designed to combine some trails with a gondola ride, and the capacity each gondola is four person plus a guide.

Life Center: Located near the lodge, the Life Center was conceived as a place for learn and discover, but also where you can disconnect, while they admire the scenery and lie comfortably in a lazy chair.

You will learn about many butterflies found in this region. You will see the process of metamorphosis from eggs into a beautiful butterflies. About 200 species of butterflies have been identified to date in the Reserve, and about a dozen can be seen in the center.

In the center, we have established a small orchard with medicinal and ornamental plants and many varieties of shrubs and fruit trees, including banana and plantain, cassava and cocoa. This attracts all kinds of wildlife, from birds to mammals - which facilitates the observation from the large wooden deck. Most of the interpretation in the center will be provided by our local and naturalist guides or people from the local community involved in the project. You will find several of the ingredients from these gardens in the dishes prepared in the restaurant.

Trails: Within the reserve we have 11 trails, where we do nature walks always accompanied by a bilingual naturalist guide and a local guide, they are responsible to teach you about the different wildlife: plants, insects and animal of this biodiverse forest. The guides they are not only environmental interpreters, they are also responsible for the safely and they will watch that everybody follow the rules for the conservation and protection of the reserve.

Because of the mountainous topography of Mashpi, the trails have steep slopes and for that reason we have to place recycled plastic crates in order to make steps. The most of the trails are of moderate difficulty, but the inclination of the trails is an advantage because the slopes allow more light to penetrate into the different strata of the forest, increasing the diversity of plants and animals that can be observed at every level.

Observation Tower: One of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of Mashpi is from the observation tower. From here, you can see the wonderful view of the canopy and the complex License No.: 350001 SA-KL0059F 23Mar20 structure of the tropical forest, and in a clear day you can see the lodge imbibe within the forest. The tower is a metal structure with a staircase that rises about eight floors (26 m) ideal point for the wildlife lovers, the species spotted from here include toucans, woodpeckers, tanagers and parrots as well as birds of prey.

Night Walks: The Mashpi forest transformed at night, with much more activity than during the day. Optional night walks they will be undertaken before or after dinner to discover their nocturnal creatures and their behaviors. We can find insects of all sizes, glass frogs, tree frogs, nocturnal birds or mammals, and the glowing bioluminescence of a mushroom. It's a magical world, often surprising the micro level rarely explored, and ready to be discovered in the company of experts.

Sky Bike: Located near the hotel, Sky bike offers an original and exciting way to explore the forest canopy up close. Designated for two people to use it simultaneously. A person pedal the bike along the cable that runs between two points in the woods, with a distance of about 200 m, crossing a ravine on a river flowing between rocks and trees. Quiet, easy to use and fun, is an activity for everyone, providing you the opportunity to observe the natural world near the Lodge.

Refreshing Waterfalls: Water is essential for life on Mashpi, and there is nothing more refreshing than a dip at the end of a hike. Several rivers flow through the Reserve forming small and big waterfalls and pools. The water temperature varies between 18 and 20 ° C.

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Mashpi Lodge Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve, Ecuador

The sophisticated and strikingly-contemporary lodge is designed as the ideal springboard for exploring the biodiverse world of its reserve. A hideaway in the clouds accessible only to 47 guests within 1,300 hectares of the stunning Ecuadorian Choco bioregion, a world-class biodiversity hotspot. Mashpi Lodge features views of the forested mountains on one side and the forest right up close on the other through its floor-to- ceiling glass windows.

Mashpi is like no other jungle lodge. Contrast the anarchy of the wild with the clean lines and smooth curves of the award-winning, 24-room design hotel. See how the architecture reinforces the difference between the forest and the glass cocoon of the lodge. Unwind with gourmet cuisine. Close the door, lie back on perfectly crisp bed linens, and relax while the jungle stays safely outside.

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Casa Gangotena Hotel Quito, Ecuador Day 7

Early breakfast, then you will have a last excursion in the cloud forest, after this you will received a box lunch for return transfer to Quito by the Guide and Transportation of Mashpi Lodge in sharing basis.

Upon arrival in Quito at 15:00, you will have the rest of he afternoon at leisure.

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Casa Gangotena Hotel Quito, Ecuador

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M/Y La Pinta , Day 8

After breakfast, you will be picked up and driven by your private transportation at the established time for transfer you to the airport in Guayaquil for your flight to Galapagos Islands.

Following our morning arrival at Baltra Airport, we transfer to the Itabaca Channel, taking a small ferry across the Channel to the north shore of Santa Cruz Island. We board our bus to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, where we will learn about the unique montane ecosystems and biodiversity. Lunch is served at a local restaurant.

Highlands (Santa Cruz Island) After lunch, we travel by bus to the highlands of Santa Cruz, one of the best places in the archipelago to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. The tortoises are easy to spot, lumbering around, eating grass and leaves and wallowing in the small pools. There are several lava tunnels in the reserve, too. A short bus ride takes us down to Puerto Ayora to board Yacht La Pinta.

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Day 9

After breakfast, a panga ride takes us to Eden Islet, located off the coast of Santa Cruz, where we can observe blue-footed boobies diving into the water, reef sharks and frigates. There is a chance to snorkel and, if weather condition permits, ride in the glass-bottom boat.

Sombrero Chino Islet The tiny island of Sombrero Chino gets its name from its appearance: a Chinese hat. This islet, only formed fairly recently, makes a beautiful visit as one explores the wildlife along its 400metre long trail, which begins at a crescent-shaped white sandy beach. The cove offers excellent swimming and snorkeling opportunities with white-tipped reef sharks and Galápagos penguins.

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This morning, a Galápagos icon awaits Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort! Following the walk, we take to the dinghies for a ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock, followed by time to enjoy the beach and some snorkeling. We can also ride in the glass-bottom boat for great views of the underwater world.

Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island) After lunch, we board the pangas to land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach great for swimming and snorkeling, and with a trail over a lava field that flowed here less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galápagos while observing its wildlife.

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Day 11

In the morning, we begin our exploration of this island with an easy stroll to observe marine and land birds. There is an optional walk over sharp lava and uneven terrain for dramatic views, or else we can return to the beach to enjoy swimming and snorkeling at this beautiful natural harbor. The more adventurous can snorkel along the cliffs or Paddle Sea kayaks.

Prince Philip's Steps (Genovesa Island) The afternoon starts with a very interesting panga ride along the cliffs before we disembark for a short but steep climb up a wooden staircase. Once at the top, the land is flat, allowing for a captivating walk of about a mile to the other side of this small island, observing large colonies of Nazca boobies, frigate birds and storm petrels and the elusive short-eared owl

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M/Y La Pinta ,

M/Y La Pinta offers a variety of exciting itineraries where guests will discover some of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos. The yacht has the capacity to accommodate 48 guests in 24 comfortable cabins; four of which are connecting cabins, and all of which are convertible from twin to queen sizes and feature full private facilities.

Passengers can enjoy features such as a dining room, an observation lounge and bar, a sky bar, wrap-around windows, a Jacuzzi, cardio gym, kayaks, a glass-bottomed boat, and sun deck with sun loungers.

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Belmond Miraflores Park Lima, Peru Day 12

After your breakfast you will be transferred to Baltra airport for your domestic flight to Guayaquil. Upon your arrival you will take your connection flight to Lima, Peru.

Upon your arrival at Lima airport our representative will be waiting with a sign with your name, located in the arrivals waiting area (after luggage pick up) and directly transfer to your hotel.

Lima, the Capital of Peru was founded on 18th January 1535, by Spanish Conquistador Francisco Pizarro, and quickly became known as the City of the Kings. Within 70 years it was the most important city in the Spanish-American Empire, and was the focal point for European trade and cultural activity in the región.

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Day 13

Today after your breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby for today’s tour. Driving into the Lima’s Historic downtown to visit San Martin Square, Aliaga House and the Main Square (“Plaza de Armas”) where the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral, and Town Hall are located. Afterwards enter the San Francisco Church, a masterpiece of Colonial architecture, preserving the best examples of Colonial religious art in America. Drive through the exclusive areas of San Isidro and the touristic district of Miraflores where you will enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and its beaches.

Your next visit will be the exceptional Larco Herrera Museum that was founded in 1926. Browse the museum display of 45,000 archaeological objects, considered to be pre- Columbian art icons. Everything is exhibited chronologically in impressive galleries, showing the continuous development of 3,000 years of Peru’s pre-Columbian history. Enjoy the view of their beautiful gardens, located inside a unique viceroyalty mansion dating back to the XVIII century, and appreciate the

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Belmond Miraflores Park Lima, Peru

There’s something special about a room with a sea view. Waking up to the image of sun-gilded waves in the morning. Watching the moonlight play along the surf late at night. When that sea view is offered by a hotel in a bustling Latin American capital city, it is something very special indeed.

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Belmond Monasterio Hotel Cusco, Peru Day 14

After breakfast you will be driven to the airport for taking the flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival in Cusco and after luggage collection, please your guide in the arrivals hall for your private transfer to the Hotel.

This afternoon please meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel who will take you to the Main Square to visit the Cathedral of Cusco, the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cusco; in addition to its official status as a place of worship, has become a major repository of Cusco's colonial art, It also holds many archeological artifacts and relics.

We will then continue to Koricancha Temple, the most impressive example of how Inca and Hispanic cultures fused together. The remains of the ancient Peruvians' Sun Temple were used as foundations on which the Santo Domingo church and convent was built. The temple is a symbol of Western dominance. The site is a living example of the co-existence of Peru's past with European architecture.

We will drive 15minutes from Cusco to visit to Sacsayhuaman, an imposing display of Inca architecture, there is still a question over its real purpose during the Inca period. At first, it was thought to have been a fort, but later it was considered to have been a ceremonial center.

We will continue to Qenqo, an immense, rocky promontory marked by carved steps, wells, and channels; Puca Puccara or Red Fort; and Tambomachay where the architecture of this Inca baths consists of a group of structures built with precisely cut stones. Water from nearby streams runs through the site in aqueducts and small cascades.

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Belmond Monasterio Hotel Cusco, Peru

When you open your window on Cusco, you can expect your heart to soar as high as the Andean birds. Viewed from Belmond Hotel Monasterio, the sight of this ancient city cradled in the embrace of Peru’s vast mountains is among the world’s most stirring. This hotel allows travellers to immerse themselves in Cusco’s rich history and experience the city in a completely unique way.

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Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu, Peru Day 15

Please meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel, he will transfer you to the train station to board your train to Machu Picchu.

On arrival at the train station your guide will accompany with a short walk to the buses that leads to the citadel and board the 30-minute ride to Machu Picchu Citadel. (8000 ft. – 2432 m.a.s.l.)

Explore the enigmatic citadel of Machu Picchu accompanied with your guide. Your expert guide will lead you through the site, providing archaeological and historical information on key areas of interest, including Intihuatana (the Sun Dial), the Sacred Plaza and the Temple of the Sun.

This is an opportunity to revel in the energy and atmosphere of one of the most significant and spectacular archaeological sites on the planet, surrounded by the cloud forest, Wayna Picchu and Inti Punku (the Sun Gate), the entrance to the Machu Picchu Inca trail.

Buffet lunch will be included at Sanctuary Lodge Restaurant.

Dinner and overnight at your hotel.

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Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu, Peru

No picture of Machu Picchu can prepare you for seeing it with your own eyes. Perched high in the Andes, it is one of few places in the world that can be described as truly unmissable. It’s on everyone’s travel wish list, attracting a million visitors each year. But there’s only one way to see it in style: by staying at Belmond Sanctuary Lodg

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Belmond Monasterio Hotel Cusco, Peru Day 16

This morning you may rise early and enjoy the prospects of a walk through Machu Picchu at sunrise, something which people of strong spirituality believe to be the highlight of a visit to Machu Picchu.

Today you will have the option to do one or two of these hikes:

Huayna Picchu, one of the highlights of a visit to Machu Picchu. The views of the Citadel and surrounding landscape are extraordinary from the top and well worth the climbing effort.

Inti Punku or Sun Gate, it takes about an hour each way and is an uphill strenuous hike on the way out to the Gate.

Inca Bridge, constructed of a few narrow logs perched above a sheer vertical drop – is believed to have served as a secret entrance to Machu Picchu.

Machu Picchu Mountain, large granite steps comprise most of its trail and wind all the way to the top. The steep climb is a challenging but rewarding hike and the 360-degree views at the top are a gorgeous reward.

Rest of the day continue touring Machu Picchu with your guide.

Afternoon bus transfer to Aguas Calientes train station to board the train to Cusco.

Depart on the deluxe Hiram Bingham train. Dinner will be served on board.

On arrival in Cusco, private transfer to your hotel.

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This morning you will visit Chinchero, a small Andean Indian village located high up on the windswept plains of Anta. The village mainly comprises mud brick (adobe) houses, and locals

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There are beautiful views overlooking the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with the Cordillera Vilcabamba and the snow-capped peak of Salkantay dominating the western horizon. Its major atraction is its colourful market

Continue to visit Moray. The main feature that impresses is its system of circular agricultural terraces, which are up to 330 feet deep. They are build using retaining walls connected by an irrigation system. Moray can be considered a crop lab– they used the terraces to create micro-climates and grow various products.

We will continue on to Maras, the salt mines, or the famous "salt pools" The salt mines of Maras are still in use today. These days there are thousands of pools, or pocitos, with each pocito yielding around 150 kilograms of salt per month. You can visit the salt mines and explore them along narrow paths. It’s fascinating to watch locals harvest the salt, a process that hasn’t changed in thousands of years.

Enjoy lunch at Wayra Ranch, served on the outdoor terrace, this traditional Peruvian buffet-style feast includes a selection of tubers, meats and salads flavoured with a tasty uchucuta sauce prepared with local stone-ground spices. Entertainment is included in the form of a Peruvian paso horse display with the excellently groomed horses from the property itself.

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Belmond Monasterio Hotel Cusco, Peru

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Departure Cusco, Peru Day 18

After breakfast and according to the flight to Lima you will be picked up and driven to Cusco Airport.

Upon arrival you will be assisted for taking the international flight home.

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Journey overview

RATES

01Apr 2020 – 15Dec 2020 Per person sharing

2 guests travelling and using 1 room HKD 157,690 up

4 guests travelling and using 2 room HKD 142,890 up

6 guests travelling and using 3 room HKD 140,890 up

Single Supplement HKD 60,000

Flights

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1 Hong Kong International to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

2 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Quito International Airport

8 Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Baltra Airport

12 Baltra Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport

12 Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport

14 Jorge Chavez International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

18 Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport

18 Jorge ChavezInternational Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

19 Scheduled flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Hong Kong International Airport

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Transfers

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3 Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Casa Gangotena Hotel

5 Casa Gangotena Hotel to Mashpi Lodge

7 Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Hotel

8 Casa Gangotena Hotel to Mariscal Sucre International Airport

8 Baltra Airport to Baltra Harbour

12 Baltra Harbour to Baltra Airport

12 Jorge Chavez International Airport to Belmond Miraflores Park

14 Belmond Miraflores Park to Jorge Chavez International Airport

14 Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport to Belmond Monasterio Hotel

15 Belmond Monasterio Hotel to Poroy Train Station

15 Poroy Train Station to Aguas Calientes Train Station

15 Aguas Calientes Train Station to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

16 Belmond Sanctuary Lodge to Aguas Calientes Train Station

16 Aguas Calientes Train Station to Poroy Train Station

16 Poroy Train Station to Belmond Monasterio Hotel

18 Belmond Monasterio Hotel to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

Accommodation

DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Amsterdam Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel and Conference 1x Deluxe Guest Room Center Breakfast

Quito Casa Gangotena Hotel 1x Plaza View Room Breakfast

Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve Mashpi Lodge 1x Yaku Suite Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Quito Casa Gangotena Hotel 1x Plaza View Room Breakfast

M/Y La Pinta 1x cabin Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Lima Belmond Miraflores Park 1x Ocean View Club Junior Suite Breakfast

Cusco Belmond Monasterio Hotel 1x Jr Suite Breakfast

Machu Picchu Belmond Sanctuary Lodge 1x Standard room Dinner and Breakfast

Cusco Belmond Monasterio Hotel 1x Jr Suite Breakfast

License No.: 350001 SA-KL0059F 23Mar20

Journey overview

What’s included:

All nights of accommodation mentioned in the program Domestic flights Private transportation in Lima, Cuzco, Sacred Valley and Quito. Private Bilingual Guides in Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Quito. Naturalist Bilingual Guide for all excursions in Galapagos in sharing basis Meals as indicated in the program Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and Galapagos Islands. Migratory Cards to enter in Galapagos and all sites mentioned in the itinerary. Second visit to Machu Picchu Ruins Hiram Bingham Round Trip Train Tickets. Domestic Flight Quito - Galapagos - Quito / Economy Class

What’s not included:

Early check in or late check-out charges Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, etc. Any video/still camera fee during the trip Tipping, Drinks, Excess of baggage, Medical or travel Insurance

License No.: 350001 SA-KL0059F 23Mar20

TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. The above prices are quoted per person based on double occupancy & only applicable for minimum 2 adults traveling & check-in together in the same pattern.

2. The above prices are subject to Airport Passenger Security Charge, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, airport construction fee and administration fee.

3. Package price does not include : - o Cost of travel documents and visa fees. o Personal expenses, optional tours, transfers and other services that are not specified. o Expenses incurred owing to the delay of air / land carriers that are beyond our control.

4. The above prices are applicable to specific flight, air ticket booking class code, hotel choice, room type and departure date only, and are subject to the supply and policy of airline and hotels. Connexus Travel may adjust prices without prior notice. All prices are subject to change at the time of booking.

5. A non-refundable deposit of HK$3,000 is required upon confirmation, balance payment is required at least 60 days prior to departure or deadline set by airline or hotel whichever is earlier.

6. Accommodation should be completed on or before Dec 15, 2020 or specified by individual hotel.

7. No amendment, cancellation and refund is allowed once documents are issued.

8. Other terms and conditions apply, for further details, please contact Connexus Travel.

9. Connexus Travel reserves the rights to amend terms & conditions. In case of any disputes, Connexus Travel's decision shall be final.

10. All prices, information and images in this flyer are for reference only.

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License No.: 350001 SA-KL0058F 20Mar,2020