LAND + ACTIVE CRUISE WALKING & HIKING
ECUADOR
MEXICO CITY
DAYS 1–3 Journey to the Amazon and board the luxurious Anakonda ship • Voyage into the rain forest before an evening walk among the nocturnal jungle life • Explore Pañayacu River Delta’s unique ecosystem • Kayak through a flooded forest, looking out for toucans, squirrel monkeys and endangered Amazon river dolphins • Visit a salt lick that attracts flocks of parrots and parakeets • Engage with a group of indigenous Kichwa women who share their customs, cuisine and stories. » Anakonda Amazon Ship - Premiere DAYS 4–6 Deep in the Andean highlands, you’re welcomed at spectacular Hacienda Zuleta, a historic living ranch • Hike through lush valley pastureland amid volcano vistas and pre-Inca ruins to a condor conservation center • Visit an embroidery shop—the Indigenous women here are renowned for their fine needlework • In the home of a local family, learn about their cuisine, artisan traditions and Andean history. » Hacienda Zuleta - Premiere DAYS 7–11 Travel from the Ecuadorian mainland to the Enchanted Islands of Galápagos National Park • Board a yacht to explore an uninhabited isle that is home to land iguanas and colonies of frigate birds • Walk through Santa Cruz Island’s lush highlands for an encounter with giant tortoises • With an expert local naturalist, kayak in search of marine iguanas, sea lions and blue-footed boobies • Snorkel among colorful fish, keeping an eye out for sea turtles and reef sharks. » Finch Bay Galápagos Hotel - Premiere Cruise the Amazon, where each bend reveals exotic flora and fauna. In the Andes, behold snowcapped volcanoes. In the Galápagos Islands, extraordinary wildlife abounds. Ecuador’s Vibrant Cultures & Wildlife Wonders GALÁPAGOS, ANDES & AMAZON
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Santa Cruz Island
Zuleta
Equator
Napo River
Quito
Pacific Ocean
YASUNI NATIONAL PARK
Napo River
11 Days Activity Levels 1-2 Premiere Hotels & Ship $11,299 to $13,099 / person double occ. Includes $1,100 internal air. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for
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