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Galapagos Encounters - 7 days
GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, NORTH & EAST ISLANDS: Boasting an incredible array of endemic species from the blue-footed booby to the marine iguana, the Galapagos Islands are a true nature lovers’ paradise. Get up close and personal with the resident wildlife on an unforgettable 5 day cruise of these famed islands. Begin and end your adventure with a night in Quito, Ecuador's charming capital.
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Galapagos Discovered - 6 days
GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, EAST & SOUTH ISLANDS: Every year the Galapagos Islands tempt throngs of travellers to its shores in search of unique wildlife and other-worldly landscapes. Explore these volcanic islands on a 4-day cruise aboard the M/C Anahi catamaran. Hopping from island to island, discovering what makes it so special. Start and end your Galapagos adventure with a night in captivating Quito, Ecuador's capital.
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Rafting in Mendoza
Enjoy the best rafting experience in Mendoza during this 5-hour-long program. Your journey down the river starts in Potrerillos with a safety briefing and an introduction to rafting. After you wear the necessary gear supplied by us, your descent starts through the rapids of the Mendoza River.
Splash your way through 10 class III rapids plus 5 class II rapids while enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Andes Mountains. The Mendoza River is a giant stream of water that makes its way down the mountains, layers of which were created 65 million years ago when this area was inhabited by prehistoric animals.
The starting point of this adventure is located near the International Route 7, while it ends 12km downstream at Potrerillos Lake. The trip back to the starting point takes 20 minutes by road. Throughout the adventure, you will be under the supervision of guides who have received International Rescue Certification courses and will be accompanied by kayakers for safety reasons. We will drop you back at your hotel in Mendoza afterwards.
Rafting
Extraordinary Cusco : Small Group Tour
The country of the Incas invites you to explore its natural and cultural riches. Join this 6-day tour to explore some of the wonders of Peru. Arrive in Cusco and allow your body to acclimatize to its altitude. Travel to the Sacred Valley, a 60km stretch that, along with Cusco and Machu Picchu, was the centre of the Inca Empire.
Enjoy your journey to Machu Picchu aboard the Vistadome. See the beauty of the region along the way. Visit the salt mines of Maras where salt has been harvested since the time of the Incas. Take a trip to the natural wonder that is Rainbow Mountain (also known as Vinicunca).
Tour Cusco at the end of your trip. We will provide you with a drop-off service to the airport from where you can catch your flight back home.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Essential Cusco: Small Group Tour
Join us on this 4-day guided tour of Cusco and see all the major highlights of the area. Start by travelling to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Comprising fertile farmlands and small villages, this was one of the major centres of the Inca Empire.
Travel to Machu Picchu. Take the Vistadome train and enjoy beautiful sceneries on the way. Explore the ruins of this famous Inca citadel, first with your guide and then on your own, before returning to Cusco. Take a tour of Cusco and visit the highlights of this city including the Inca ceremonial site of Sacsayhuaman; Qenqo, which houses subterranean passages and a mummification site; Tambomachay, a temple dedicated to the God of Water; as well as the Cathedral of Cusco.
Enjoy our transfer service to the airport after the tour comes to an end.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Machu Picchu by Train 2D/1N (Sleep in Aguas Calientes)
Discover the breathtaking wonder of Machu Picchu with an unforgettable train journey that culminates in exploration. Experience captivating landscapes aboard a scenic train ride, delve into ancient Inca history with guided tours, and unwind in the charming town of Aguas Calientes. This adventure offers an ideal blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. Perfect for those seeking a short, yet immersive experience of one of the world's most iconic archaeological sites.
Getaways and short breaks
Machu Picchu Jungle Trek 4D/3N (Biking Only)
Discover an exhilarating adventure in the heart of Peru with an unforgettable biking expedition to Machu Picchu. Pedal through lush jungle landscapes, traverse scenic mountain trails, and marvel at breathtaking ancient ruins on this thrilling journey. Perfect for adrenaline seekers and nature lovers, this tour offers a unique blend of adventure and cultural exploration. Unveil the hidden treasures of the Andes while enjoying guided bike rides and immersive local experiences—an ultimate getaway for your bucket list.
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Iquitos Amazon Jungle Adventure 5D/4N
Discover an unforgettable Amazon jungle adventure in Iquitos, offering immersive wildlife encounters, guided rainforest hikes, and serene boat tours. This tour includes vibrant visits to native communities, exploration of exotic flora and fauna, and fascinating night safaris. Guests can enjoy comfortable accommodations while experiencing the pristine beauty of the Amazon River and its rich biodiversity. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and adventurous travelers looking for a unique, eco-friendly escape in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon.
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Iquitos Amazon Jungle Adventure 3D/2N
Explore the heart of the Peruvian Amazon with a thrilling jungle adventure in Iquitos. Experience exotic wildlife, guided hikes, and canoe trips through lush rainforests. Marvel at diverse flora and fauna, spot pink river dolphins, and visit indigenous communities. This immersive Amazon journey offers unparalleled opportunities for nature photography and birdwatching. Adventure-seekers and nature enthusiasts will love the unique blend of cultural encounters and breathtaking natural scenery. Book now for a memorable eco-tourism experience in one of the world's most biodiverse regions!
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Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill
In 2004, Quark Expeditions made Polar history when they conducted the first-ever ground visit to the remote Emperor penguin colony near Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Driven by a true expeditionary spirit—and guided by years of Polar expertise—the team sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of Emperor penguins. Today, it is one of the most exclusive wildlife viewing experiences on the planet. We invite you—almost two decades after our milestone visit of 2004—to embrace the thrill of the search as we once again set out to visit to the emperor penguins at Snow Hill Island.
Experience a true Polar quest as we journey on our new ship, Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters that will fly guests to the vicinity of this rarely-visited rookery, whereupon they will walk across the thick sea ice to stand within metres of the most coveted penguin species on the planet. Anticipate scenes reminiscent of “March of the Penguins” and BBC’s “Frozen Planet.” Just imagine the penguins tobogganing across the ice towards the sea. Such wildlife moments are too precious for words!
Polar expeditions and cruise
Lares Trek to Machu Picchu 4 Days
Looking to visit Macchu Picchu but want an authentic, off the beaten path alternative to the often busy Inca Trail? Join us for this inclusive, four-day adventure on the Lares Trek and visit to Macchu Picchu, traversing typical Peruvian Andean mountain areas.
The Lares trek is a two or three-day high-altitude hike starting near the village Lares, approximately 40 miles north of Cusco and 35 miles east of Machu Picchu.The Lares Valley lies in the east of the Urubamba Mountain range, traversing parts of the Sacred Valley. Reaching the starting point of the trek takes approximately five hours by bus or van.
This trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. Taking you off the beaten track with visits to authentic Andean communities whilst being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valleys, this fabulous trek offers a real insight into the lives of the people of Cusco as it once was.
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Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)
Cruise the Galapagos and discover the native wildlife on this seven-day sailing adventure around the southern end of the archipelago. Meet giant tortoises that inhabit Isla San Cristobal, watch blue-footed boobies dance the booby two-step and wander the unfamiliar environment that characterises these far-flung islands. Every day you’ll wake up to a different view out the window from the comforts of the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz. Sail past the volcanic Punta Pitt, swim with sea lions at Bahia Gardner, and hike past prickly pear cacti on Isla Santa Fe. Prepare to head on the adventure of a lifetime and become a Galapagos explorer!
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
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Classic Galapagos: Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)
Experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day sailing adventure. The beauty of these Ecuadorian isles is something to behold from aboard the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz and you’ll retrace the 180-year-old voyage of Charles Darwin by sea with a naturalist guide by your side. Witness the giant tortoises that call these lands home and go birdwatching for blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Each day, a new view will greet you out your cabin window, with a new array or wildlife to see up above and down below (snorkel, anyone?).
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Cusco City Tour with Family-Style Lunch
Your tour starts with a walking tour to visit the principal local market, San Pedro. Then, walk around Cusco’s city center, visiting the beautiful main square and the Cathedral of Cusco, which holds many archaeological artifacts and relics. Among them is a famous painting of the Last Supper by Marcos Zapata, showing Christ and the apostles eating a guinea pig.
Continue your tour to the huge Inca ceremonial center of Sacsayhuaman, which overlooks the city of Cusco. Then visit another important Inca site known as Qenqo, which houses subterranean passages and a mummification site. After that, you will make a short visit to the archaeological Inca site of Tambomachay, a temple dedicated to the god of water.
We will have a lovely home-style lunch, in the heart of the traditional neighborhood of San Blas, in a picturesque, rustic courtyard surrounded by cherry trees and tumbles. Perfect for an outdoor lunch next to the wood-fired oven accompanied by a melodious Andean harp.
After lunch, we will return to the city center, where you will visit one of the most sacred Inca buildings, the Temple of Qoricancha. Within its walls religious ceremonies were constant, and offerings to the Gods and the Inca’s mummies were made each day.
After the city tour you will be dropped off at your hotel.
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