Author's tour "Feel Peru-Ecuador"

Arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport Meeting and transfer to the hotel Accommodation at the Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel. Ocean View Junior Suite BB Overnight in Lima.

09:00 City tour “Art & Tradition” (half day) Huaca Huallamarco, Visit to the Cathedral and Monastery of Santo Domingo We will drive through the main streets, squares and avenues of the city. The tour begins at the "Parque del Amor" in Miraflores with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. We then have a panoramic view of Huaca Puclana, the ceremonial center of Lima's ancient culture; and in San Isidro, the financial center of the city, we will visit Huaca Huallamarca, an ancient temple from the pre-Inca period. We will then continue our tour to the main square, where the Government Palace and Town Hall are located. We'll visit the Cathedral, a gem of religious art and part of Lima's history, and explore the Monastery of Santo Domingo, through whose corridors San Martin de Porres and San Rosa de Lima walked in the 17th century, and where their remains rest today . After completing the excursion, transfer to the selected restaurant for lunch (lunch price not included) 14:00 Transfer to the Larco Museum. 14:30 Visit to the Larco Museum with a curator (duration about 2 hours). The Larco Museum is a mansion built on top of a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid. There we will see treasures that have been exhibited in the world's most prestigious museums, classified by theme and technique. The repository and unique display of erotic ceramics from pre-Columbian times are the highlights of a visit to the museum. 19:30 20:45 Transfer to the “Rafael” restaurant with a Spanish-speaking driver 21:00 Reservations for dinner (dinner price not included) Return to the hotel with a Spanish-speaking driver

Transfer to the airport for flight to Iquitos (duration 45 minutes) Group program AQUA EXPEDITION Traveling into the largest rainforest on Earth, the traveler enters Mother Nature's Cradle of Life, which covers about 40% of South America in nine countries. Traveling to the selva (“jungle”), as the locals call it, is only possible by boat along the mythical Amazon River. This great waterway, also known as the Rio Amazonas, originates in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Peru and flows eastward 4,000 miles (6,400 km) toward the Atlantic Ocean. The Amazon rainforest is home to the largest and most diverse collection of plants and animals in the world. It is the "home sweet home" to more than one-third of all recorded animal species in the world, including 20% of all bird species. This giant cradle is known to be home to at least 40,000 species of plants, 427 mammals, 1,300 birds, 378 reptiles, more than 400 amphibians and about 3,000 freshwater fish. 5 days / 4 nights [full board] Boarding the Aria Amazon Discovery Cruise. Designed by innovative architect Jordi Puig, the Aria Amazon is a custom-built river cruise ship to explore the Peruvian Amazon and the famous Pacaya Samiria National Reserve in absolute comfort and luxury - with minimal impact on the delicate Amazon River and rainforest environment. There are 16 spacious suites on board with floor-to-ceiling windows offering full views of the majestic Amazon River and rainforest. The upper deck features a variety of amenities, including a Jacuzzi, an indoor lounge and bar, and an outdoor observation deck. In the dining room, guests can also enjoy the best of Peruvian cuisine with a set lunch menu created by Pedro Miguel Schiafino, one of Peru's most accomplished chefs, renowned for his products and ingredients from the Peruvian Amazon. With small group tours of no more than eight people led by highly trained naturalist guides, guests can be assured of the most enriching and life-changing encounters with the wildlife they will encounter in the Amazon rainforest. Our specially designed ergonomic fleet of private boats, expertly helmed by our captain and crew, add comfort to every wild exploration

In the morning, visit the center for the rescue of manatees and other inhabitants of the jungle. Next, transfer to Iquitos airport. Check-in for the flight to Cusco (flight with a transfer in Lima). Arrival in Cusco. Transfer to the hotel Belmond Rio Sagrado Terrace room BB Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

At the appointed time, transfer to Rio Sagrado station Note: clients must be at the station. Train “Vistadome” to the city of Machu Picchu. 12:24 Upon arrival, go to the station, take a bus to Machu Picchu (about 25 minutes) Departure for Machu Picchu Tour 17:00 Transfer by bus down to the city of Aguas Calientes 17:50 Train to Rio Sagrado station Upon completion of the transfer in Cusco (duration: 1.5 hours) Accommodation at the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Junior Suite, BB

When looking at these geological formations, you get the feeling that they are covered with a colorful cloth or painted by an original artist from the surrealist or fauvist community. In fact, nature worked on the creation of this masterpiece, which took her a lot of time. But today, the result of centuries-old creativity can be admired by any traveler who has visited Peru. The seven-colored, Multicolored or Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca (Quechua Vinicunca), which locals simply call “Colored Hill”, rises in the valley of the same name (Spanish: Valle de Vinikunka) and is a fragment of the Andean mountain range Cordillera de Vilcanota (Spanish: Cordillera de Vilcanota). In the Quechua language, "Vinicunca" literally means "Mountains painted with the colors of the rainbow." The name comes from two Quechuan words: “wini” - stone (there are always a lot of stones here), and “kunka” - neck (this is the name for the bottleneck of the pass). The height of the massif, spread among aquamarine lagoons and sparkling snow-capped peaks, reaches 5200 m above sea level. From the mountain peaks there is a magnificent view of the Ausangate glacier, crowning the sacred Incas mountain. Every year, in the temple at the foot of the mountain, which the Indians simply call Apu (Quechua Apu - “Sacred”), pilgrims gather for the ritual celebration of the day of Koyur Riti (Quechua Qoyllur Rit'i) and the offering of holy gifts. This holiday is dedicated to the Incan deity Apu (or Apo), personifying the mountain spirits, one of the main patron saints of Cusco. After the conquistadors arrived in these places, pagan traditions gradually mixed with Christian rituals, and now this ceremony is intertwined with the celebration of the Holy Trinity. Full-day excursion with English-speaking guide, breakfast and lunch. The excursion begins at 4 a.m. and returns to Cusco at 7 p.m. This excursion is designed for the hardy. (It is possible to ascend the last 300 meters on horseback. The cost of a horse is $60) Accommodation at the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas hotel, Junior Suite, BB Overnight in Cusco.

Visit to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park (about 3.5 hours) Visit to Tambomachay & panoramic view of Puca Pucara Next we will continue to the Coricancha Temple, which will greet us with its splendor. The Golden Plot is the meaning of its name in Quechua and we can still feel the splendor of its walls that were once lined with gold sheets. From Saint Blas, the artisans' quarter, we will stroll along Hatun Rumiyoc Street, visiting the Inca Roca Palace along the way, which today is the palace of the archbishop. We will have time to appreciate the world famous Twelve Angles Stone. We will head to the main square to visit the cathedral, which houses priceless works of colonial art.

Transfer to the airport for departure and connection. 10:55-17:47 Arrival in Quito. Transfer to the Casa Gangotena hotel

Transfer to Mashpi Lodge with driver. (rain forest) (3 hours) The wonders that await visitors at Mashpi Lodge will delight even the most jaded nature lovers. Situated 950 meters above sea level, surrounded by montane and tropical rainforests, the lodge is surrounded by an abundance of plant species, from ferns and bromeliads to hundreds of species of orchids, many of which have only recently been discovered. There are thought to be a staggering 500 bird species - including 36 endemic - in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Monkeys, peccaries and pumas live in the forest surrounded by waterfalls.

Hotel Group Program 3 Days/2 Nights (Full Board) Refreshing Waterfalls Water is essential to life in Masphi and there is nothing more refreshing than taking a dip in the cool water at the end of a trek. Several rivers flow through the Mashpee Nature Reserve near the lodge, and there are many small waterfalls and pools. Water temperature ranges from 18 to 20 ° C

Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Quito with a driver. Transfer to the hotel Casa Gangotena. Sightseeing tour of the city of Quito with a visit to the equator line. The duration of the excursion day including transfers is 8 hours. Height – 2800m. The average temperature is +20C during the day, +10C at night. During a sightseeing tour of Quito, you will see fascinating panoramas, churches, domes and rooftops that are historical relics, and learn about colonial art, architecture, culture, legends and traditions. Quito, the capital of Ecuador, was founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Incan city and is located at an altitude of 2800 m. Despite the earthquake of 1917, the city has the best preserved and least altered. historical center in Latin America. The architecture and rich interiors are examples of the Quito School of Art, which is a fusion of Spanish, Italian, Moorish, Flemish and indigenous art. Artists of this school worked in stone and wood to give shape to the most important religious events. After an hour and a half walking tour exploring the Old Town, you will understand why Quito was the first city in the world to be included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list. Quito takes its name from the Quitus tribe, which inhabited the region long before the Spanish conquest. In 1533, Sebastian de Benalcazar took possession of the city, which was first the capital of the Inca Empire, and in 1541 it was elevated to the rank of a Spanish city. Its full name is San Francisco de Quito. The city was the capital of the state of Quito until the end of Spanish colonial rule. The Franciscan Order was the first of the orders to establish itself in Quito. The Franciscans immediately began construction of the monastery, which became a center of education and art and has its own schools of painting and sculpture (the Church of San Francisco is visited during the tour). Around the main square, Plaza Grande, are the main buildings of the country: the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace and the City Hall. We will visit the best example of colonial art in the city - a Jesuit temple, the facade of which is covered with intricate carvings. Quito is a capital city and has many contrasts, you can appreciate this by visiting the old city and new areas. You will get a beautiful view of the entire city from the Panecillo observation deck with a statue of the Virgin Mary with wings, the patroness of the city. We go to the “Middle of the World” (equator line). There are two places to visit the equator line, and we will visit both places: 1.) The city of Mitad del Mundo. The town of Mitad del Mundo is a tourist and commercial center where tourists can discover a monument made in memory of the geodetic expedition of 1736 that established the location of the equator line in this place. The tourist complex "Middle of the World" belongs to the prefecture of the province of Pichincha, Ecuador. It is located in the parish of San Antonio of the metropolitan district of Quito, north of the city center of Quito. The headquarters of the Union of South American Nations is being built on the territory of the complex. Between 1979 and 1982, a 30-meter-tall monument was erected to mark where the equator line was thought to lie. A line marking the equator extends from the center of the monument, and countless tourists have crossed it over the years. But in fact, the entire structure is located 240 m south of the real line, which was calculated correctly in the 20th century thanks to the advent of the GPS positioning system. 2.) Intignan Museum. In this museum we will be able to implement a series of experiments that explain the influence of the equator line on the natural forces of nature. Also here you will receive information about the culture of ancient peoples, and we will be able to see a series of totems from various cultures of South America. Here are traditional dwellings of different cultures existing in the country, for example, a house with objects that belonged to an Indian family that lived in this place many generations ago. Return to the hotel. Free time.

Airport transfer. Flight to the Galapagos. Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to the airport (1.5 hours) - flight to the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, your guide will meet you and help you with your luggage, as well as escort you to the bus. Itabaca Canal, which separates Baltra Island from Santa Cruz Island, is a 10-minute drive away. Motorboat crossings across the canal to Santa Cruz Island take 5 minutes. From here we will travel by private transport (approximately 45 minutes drive) across the island to the town of Puerto Ayora and your hotel. Notice the change in environment from the red rocky surface in the north to the green wildlife in the highlands and south. From the airport, the guide will go with the group to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. As we travel through the island's agricultural zones with the surrounding wild landscape and various species of flora and fauna, we will be able to see the finches that served as the basis for Darwin's theory of evolution. Watch the famous Galapagos land tortoises in their natural habitat and learn how private farms are helping to conserve these unique animals and their habitats. You can hear them making noises while plucking leaves from trees or searching for tasty food. Here you can see turtles of different ages and sizes: young ones with sparkling shells and lazy old ones with partially cracked shells - traces of a long life. The well-known lava tunnels are another goal of our trip. The channels, resulting from the uneven cooling of lava flowing from the slopes of the volcano, extend from the highlands to the shores. Lava tubes have been destroyed in several places. However, there are preserved lava tunnels that can be walked through in 30 minutes. You will be able to see and understand how they were formed, in some places difficult to pass, and in others with collapsed boulders. The guide will share a detailed history of the origin of these tunnels. Lunch included. Transfer to the hotel. A welcome reception at the hotel will be followed by accommodation in our spacious rooms. You will then have free time to explore the port town of Puerto Ayora, where there are many souvenir shops. Accommodation at Finch Bay Hotel (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

SEA EXCURSION TO BARTOLOME ISLAND (the island is confirmed according to the lodge program. All islands are interesting) all excursions in the Galapagos are group excursions with an English guide (small groups) Early in the morning you will depart from the hotel by bus to the Itabaca Channel, where a pleasure yacht will be waiting for you, ready to sail . A day awaits you in a unique corner of the Earth with beautiful white sandy beaches, an out-of-this-world environment, a sea with crystal clear waters and a variety of animals. During the two-hour sail, you will have a unique opportunity to have breakfast and watch the sunrise at sea. Also in the early hours of the morning you can often see dolphins and other sea creatures very close to the yacht. Landing on the shore of Bartolome Island. You will have to hike up for about 30 minutes; You will cross an almost lunar landscape and reach the highest point of the volcanic island. From there you will have amazing views of the islands of Santiago, Seymour Norte, Baltra, Santa Cruz, Rabida and the island of Chinese Hat, as well as the famous Pinnacle Rock - the remains of an ancient volcano. This place is the habitat of thousands of birds. The landscape opening from the top is a symbol of the Galapagos Islands, captured by many photographers. Next is a change of clothes for visiting the beach. During the boat ride, our guests will see Galapagos penguins (only 50 centimeters tall) standing at the foot of a cliff or swimming at the speed of a bullet in the clear waters of the ocean. Time for a beach holiday or snorkeling: The shallow sea gives you the opportunity to swim and snorkel alongside Galapagos penguins, sharks, starfish, stingrays, sea turtles and a variety of exotic colorful fish, and you will also be able to see several species of the islands' permanent inhabitants: marine iguanas, sea lions, pelicans and much more. Lunch on board after this amazing adventure. Today will end with a return to the hotel in the evening. You will have some free time to explore the town of Puerto Ayora. Hotel accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

BOAT EXCURSION TO SEYMOUR ISLAND OR PLACE (confirmed after booking; both islands are equally interesting): SEYMOUR ISLAND This excursion day will give you the amazing opportunity to visit Seymour Norte Island and the beaches of Bachas. We will travel by bus to our yacht in the Itabaca Channel and then sail for one hour to Seymour North Island. Landing on a rocky shore near a small forest of gray and silver palo santo trees, which are leafless most of the year. Seymour Island is famous for its numerous colonies of different species of birds. Particularly memorable are the male frigatebirds with their red crop, which they use to attract females during the mating season, and the famous blue-footed boobies. These seabirds have a wedge-shaped tail and long, pointed wings. During mating dances, males raise one wing and one blue paw and begin to dance in order to impress the females. The tour continues to a beach with small cliffs where you can see sea gulls, many sea lions, marine iguanas and pelicans. Most animals can be observed at arm's length. Freshly prepared lunch is served on board the yacht. During the afternoon rest, the yacht will continue sailing to the beaches of Bachas on the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island. First we will go to the lagoon behind the beach, often visited by flamingos. Next we will have a refreshing swim and snorkeling on a paradise uninhabited beach with white sand and turquoise water! Sea lions, different types of stingrays, sea turtles and tropical fish can join you on this underwater adventure! Return to Puerto Ayora at approximately 16:30. Free time to stroll along the pier, buy souvenirs or enjoy the sunset. PLACE ISLAND Departure from the hotel to the north, to the Itabaca Canal. Board the yacht and sail to the island of Plaza Sur. It is one of the smallest islands in the archipelago, located near the eastern tip of Santa Cruz Island. After an hour and a half of sailing, the Plaza welcomes guests with a red and green carpet of sesuvium, endemic plants scattered throughout the island, and the friendly barking of several families of sea lions that live here. The turquoise water of the ocean is in perfect harmony with the white sandy beaches and rock formations on the shore. Hiking around the island is very easy - the trail passes sea lions and sea lions and reaches the highest cliff, where ragged gulls cut the air with their calls, and sea lions, who cannot resist their rivals, climb up the almost vertical wall. At the same time, tropical birds, blue-footed boobies and frigate birds glide softly through the air. We recommend bringing binoculars to see this extraordinary wildlife up close. The view from the highest point of the ocean and the mighty waves crashing against the cliffs is an unforgettable sight. Next, the journey will continue to Cape Carrion. Lunch on board. This is a unique place to snorkel and swim alongside stingrays, sharks and hundreds of colorful tropical fish. Return to the hotel. Hotel accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Transfer to Baltra airport for return flight to Guayaquil. Arrival - independent transfer to the international flight terminal - check-in for an international flight. (breakfast) IMPORTANT: If a PCR test is required for departure (check with the airline), we can arrange a test at the airport; If the connection to an international flight is short and you don’t have time to take the test, you need to stay 1 night in Quito or Guayaquil and fly out the next day. Please check the cost of additional services (transfers and overnight stays at the hotel) at the time of booking. You will need to pay a reserve card of $100 for the Galapagos