Peru & Ecuador

Peru

Peru is a country of contrast, from vibrant jungles to high altitude deserts. With Inca ruins, secluded mountain villages and the bustling capital Lima, the country's rich heritage is a sight to behold. Experience highlights of our tour through Peru and learn about its history.

Watch the Video: Part 1 - Experience the best of our travel time in Peru, South America, as we visit Lima, its old town, and fabulous Larco Museum (Museo Larco), and the memorable Incan town of Ollantaytambo with the Terraces of Pumatallis in the Sacred Valley - with some history of the Inca Empire, including Manco Inca. Also along the way we visit an Alpaca Farm (Awana Kancha) and the town of Pisac with its market.

Watch the Video: Part 2 - Experience the best of our time in Peru, South America, as we travel by train to into jungle of Peru to Aguas Calientes and visit mystical Machu Picchu high on a mountain. We travel over the Highlands of the Andes to Cusco, ancient capital of the Inca Empire, with a stop at the ruins of Sacsayhuaman – and share some history of the Inca Empire.

Watch the Video: Explore the Inca City of Machu Picchu, Peru, and its history - walking through this complex as a virtual travel tour. Is one of the new seven wonders of the world. Hear essential history, including story of Hiram Bingham who re-discovered it. Visit its sights on its lower trail, circling back through the middle of the complex, and wrap with a walk through its western high elevation including its post-card panoramic view. Few places are more awe-inspiring.

Ecuador- Galapagos

The Galapagos Islands are legendary in their 19th century contribution to Darwin's theory of evolution, and still preserved for us to experience today. A unique animal behavior in this archipelago is they are not afraid of humans. Enjoy highlights of our tour through the Galapagos Islands, one of the most unique places on earth.

Watch the Video: Experience the Galapagos Islands, welcomed by animals on 6 islands. Not afraid of humans, it is a special treat to see many up close! Snorkel with Galapagos Sea Turtles, and video of the late Lonesome George - the last Pinta Island Tortoise now extinct. Includes various birds including the Blue-Footed Booby, various iguanas, turtles & tortoises. Called a showcase of evolution, the Galapagos Islands are one of the most unique and biologically outstanding areas on the planet.