Wednesday, November 12, 2014

The Best Machu Picchu Galapagos Packages

By Mayra Pierce


A trip to Peru and Ecuador is a holiday of a lifetime. These two countries have two of the most desired destinations in the world along with incredible natural beauty, unique cultures and intriguing histories. The best Machu Picchu Galapagos packages include good accommodation, transport, guides and permits for the islands.

Peru and Ecuador have both changed immensely in the last two decades. Infrastructure is now of a good quality and is constantly improving. Internal flights are available between all major tourist attractions and good quality cars will transport you around the local areas. Travel agencies employ excellent local guides who know the history, language and culture of the country and can ensure passengers have everything they need.

Hotels in both countries range from the basic to complete luxury. There are the usual international brands and also lots of unique boutique options. It is possible to stay in old haciendas, colonial properties and even Inka sites. For those who like to pamper themselves there are also some beautiful spa resorts.

Sailing around the Galapagos is a truly memorable experience and so it is worth taking the time to consider the various options. Most trips last seven or eight days and visit a range of different types of island. Some are older than others and so have different animals and plants.

As well as land tours most boats offer snorkelling too. This is a fantastic part of any trip to the Galapagos as the marine life is incredible. Where else can you get up close to a penguin while swimming? Depending on the time of year there are also pods of dolphins, sharks and whales. The sea lions are always around and ready to have some fun.

It is lucky that Peru is next to Ecuador as this enables the traveller to add one of the wonders of the world to an already incredible trip. Machu Picchu is an iconic ruin in the high Andes of Peru. Built by the Inka, it is a mysterious and stunning place. It's location on top of a mountain just as the Altiplano turns into jungle makes it more than your average ruin.

To get there passengers usually stay in the closest city, which is Cusco. This is worth a trip on its own. The old capital of the Inka empire is a unique place where ancient Quechua culture meets the modern world. It has lovely museums, modern cuisine and endless shopping opportunities. From there, a train takes visitors down the sacred valley to Aguas Calientes which is close to Machu Picchu. In Cusco it is now possible to see a number of artifacts originally found at Machu Picchu. They were taken to the United States many years ago but have now been returned and are on display.

South America has really improved its image as a tourist destination. There are top class hotels, first class transport and wonderful restaurants for those seeking a luxurious holiday. Visiting some of the worlds top attractions is easier than ever with online agencies ready to tailor a trip to your taste.




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