Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Taking A Galapagos And Machu Picchu Tour

By Patty Goff


With their close nearness on the Southern American continent, it is doable to take part in a galapagos and machu picchu tour within a two week time period. The two destinations are famous for the cultural intrigues and natural wonders that have drawn people for centuries. In just over two weeks you get to experience legends, ruins, wildlife, natural habitat, foods and cultures that are distinctive to Ecuador and Peru.

The Enchanted Isles and islands of Galapagos are in perfect contrast to the Lost City of the Incas in Peru. You can go as far as saying that it makes for the perfect beach and inland vacation all in one. There is a touch of luxury to be added in the form of a cruise boat and upgraded accommodation, or on the flip side, backpacking wanderers may chose to settle for the basic tourist living arrangements in this South American holiday destination.

A widespread tour sets you up with two of the wonders of the ancient world. The first wonder is that of the ancient cultures and structures of the Lost City that has been puzzling discoverers and travelers for centuries on end. It is a landmark that is as unique to Peru as the pyramids are to Egypt. An educated and experienced tour guide accompanies travelers through this wondrous piece of land and tells them tales of the civilizations that are known to have built it.

The Lost City of the Incas has not only entertained hordes of visitors through the centuries, but also have had discoverers baffled at its grandiose lands and villages. The hiking terrain takes visitors through real life cultural encounters whilst being accompanied by educated tour guides through the ruins and villages that have made up this ancient civilization.

It should be noted that the hotel amenities in South America is not equal to those experienced in the United States. Smaller rooms are customary, but each room has a private bathroom. Rooms are fitted with regular hotel room amenities such as air conditioning and other items that fall under worldwide hotel standards. When it comes to food, the hotels create a blend between local foods such as barbecued chicken, fish and meat, as well as condiments and side foods that are closer to the taste of the visitors and their home countries.

This type of tour is not suitable for people who use the support of walking devices or wheelchairs as it covers natural terrains. It also entails at least six to eight hours of physical activity in the form of walking at altitudes that reach between seven thousand and eleven thousand feet. In some cases people also carry their backpacks with them during this time.

One can expect a tour that combines both of these exquisite locations to be in the range of eighteen days in length. During escorted trips the price usually includes tour guides who accompany groups through the cultural sites with educational talks, tour leaders who accompany clients to relaxed activities such as swimming and hiking. Costs usually include airport transfers and any forms of activities that are paid locally. During hotel stays, breakfast is served on a daily basis.

On a continent such as Latin America, which is equally diverse as it is magnificent, it makes sense to travel the distance and get two flies with one stone. Some adventurers set aside half a year of their travel time to explore as much of this part of the world. For those with limited time, three weeks is ideal to see but two of the gems of the Southern American continent.




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