Luxury holiday: World Heritage Site Quito, fascinating Andean highlands, paradisiacal wildlife on Galapagos including 9-day Galapagos expedition cruise with a wide variety of ships and yachts, followed by Machu Picchu in Peru
As we all know, all good things come in threes, and the best thing is of course when these three things can be combined, complement each other and merge into a unique ensemble of impressions and experiences. Have you always wanted to marvel at the majestic peaks of the Andes or follow in Darwin's footsteps in the Pacific? Discover colonial gems in Quito or swim and snorkel in the water with turtles and penguins? Explore the culture of the Incas in Machu Picchu or observe animals that don't seem to be afraid of humans? Well, just do it: in the Andean highlands in Ecuador, on the Galapagos Islands far out in the Pacific and in the realm of the Incas in Peru - we have the trip for you! The appeal of "Galapagos & Andes Deluxe" is based on the unbeatable combination of top-class destinations: the incomparable Galapagos Islands, the Andean highlands in Ecuador and, if you wish, the additional programme to the realm of the Incas in Peru. You can also choose to spend extra days on the Galapagos in the Finch Bay Hotel or experience the mountain cloud forest of Ecuador in the Mashpi Lodge.
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"The Galapagos Islands are a nature lover's dream. The archipelago with its volcanic origins is so far out in the Pacific that you feel completely isolated and secluded here. The unique, largely endemic flora and fauna is what makes it so special for me and is definitely one of the world's best destinations for observing wildlife. The combination with the UNESCO-protected, colonial old town of Quito and the wonders of neighbouring Peru with the legendary Inca city of Machu Picchu makes this trip so unique and special."
Germany - Quito, Ecuador
In the morning you fly from Germany, Austria or Switzerland with KLM to Amsterdam and from there non-stop to Quito, where you land in the evening. You can choose to fly with LATAM via Madrid to the capital of Ecuador or with Lufthansa/Avianca via Bogotá. Reception and private transfer to the 5* boutique hotel. Located in the heart of Quito's historic centre, the beautiful mansion awaits you with Ecuadorian history and the best service. You will be warmly welcomed with a cocktail on the roof terrace. And during an introductory talk with your local German-speaking tour guide, you will be informed about the programme for the next few days and learn first-hand interesting facts about the culture and art, history and present of this small country on the equator. You will also savour small delicacies from Ecuadorian cuisine.
4 nights at the 5★ Relais & Chateaux boutique hotel Casa Gangotena , Plaza View Room incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
Enjoy your breakfast. Afterwards, you will go on a guided walk through the beautiful UNESCO-protected old town. Here you can experience the history of the city at first hand. Immerse yourself in the colourful daily routine when you visit the market hall. Fruit, vegetables and typical dishes are on offer here. All the important sights, such as La Compañia church, Plaza San Francisco, Convento San Francisco and Iglesia San Agustín, are on the programme. The churches and museums in the historic centre are home to a collection of the most important art treasures in South America.
500 years of architectural history unfold before your eyes here in Quito. Snow-white façades and cornflower-blue windows compete with churches and convents. For the perfect overview of Quito and its volcanoes, head up the Panecillo hill to the "Iron Maiden", one of the city's landmarks. A visit to the Equator Monument with its museum of pre-Columbian art is also on the programme. Choose your own favourite programme and we will arrange the day according to your wishes. We recommend these sights:
La Compañia church:
It is the crown jewel of Quito's historic centre and one of the most important manifestations of Baroque architecture in the world. The magnificent church was built over a period of 160 years from 1605 onwards, so that other architectural styles can be found in it. The church and the Jesuit monastery of the same name are among the most beautiful colonial church buildings in the world, with around 7 tonnes of gold used in the interior!
Basilica of San Francisco:
The Basilica of San Francisco was considered one of the greatest architectural buildings in a historical centre in America and was nicknamed "El Escorial" of the New World. The building serves as a repository for more than 3,500 colonial artworks, the most notable of which are those of the famous Quiteño School of Art. This is also where the legend of Cantuña originated, which tells the story of a cunning indigenous labourer who managed to deceive the devil.
Casa Museo Guayasamin:
The Museo Guayasamin is an artistic-architectural complex designed by Oswaldo Guayasamin, probably the most important and influential artist in Ecuador. The imposing Chapel of Man, which dominates the complex, is the master's homage to the Latin American people throughout the ages. His archaeological and artistic collections from Ecuador and neighbouring countries, as well as the permanent exhibition of Guayasamin, include around 1,000 of his most famous series such as La Lucha del Indio, La Edad del Llanto, La Edad de la Ira and La Edad de la Ternura.
Casa del Alabado:
The Casa del Alabado is a delightful boutique museum located on the edge of the famous Plaza San Francisco. It offers an excellent view of some of the pre-Columbian artworks and the social developments of pre-Hispanic Ecuador. The artworks are located in one of the oldest houses in the historic centre, which has been perfectly renovated.
Plaza de la Independencia:
Located in the historic centre, the Plaza de la Independencia, or Independence Square, was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. The square is flanked by the city's most important buildings: Presidential Palace (Carondelet), Archbishop's Palace, Cathedral and City Palace.
Lunch is served in the Café Plaza Grande. If you like, you can visit craftsmen, artists or small manufacturers. You can also visit the central hill of El Panecillo, from where you have a fantastic view of the capital's sea of houses.
In the evening we have reserved a table for you in the trendy restaurant "Mea Culpa".
After breakfast, you start your private excursion in the direction of Otavalo. The private excursion with your private guide takes you northwards, into the land of the Otavalos along the Panamericana. You will drive through dramatic mountain landscapes to the indigenous market of Otavalo, where you can visit the many stalls full of ponchos, scarves and blankets. Here, Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the loud noise of other markets. Take your time to look at the best offers and perhaps bargain. For a more rural experience, drive overland to the Andean village of Peguche, where women weave colourful carpets in front of their huts. At a rose farm, you will learn more about Ecuador's "flourishing" business. With a bit of luck, you will meet the boss and receive background information from the rose grower himself.
The next destination is Lago San Pablo in the Ecuadorian Highlands, where the friendly team at Hacienda Cusín is already waiting for you. Colonial flair, a beautiful garden and charmingly designed rooms characterise the 17th century hacienda, which has been lovingly renovated, protected and maintained with great attention to detail. You are expected here for a late lunch.
Return to Quito in the late afternoon and overnight stay at Hotel Casa Gangotena.
Alternatively, you can stay here at the hacienda and enjoy the evening.
Early breakfast, then off you go: welcome to the summit meeting of the giants! Today you will head south in a private car with your private guide in the footsteps of Alexander von Humboldt. The mighty Antisana and Illiniza volcanoes and their 19 rocky companions rise majestically on the Avenue of Volcanoes. Alexander von Humboldt once tried in vain to conquer the "throne of the moon", the 5,897 metre high Cotopaxi. Your tour guide will tell you who finally succeeded in looking into the distance from the fiery maw for the first time.
At the foot of the lava mountain, you walk in the Cotopaxi National Park to the Limpiopungo lagoon at an altitude of 3,800 metres. Wild horses scratch their hooves, condors circle over the grassy steppe of the Páramos.
Late lunch at a hacienda where Alexander von Humboldt spent time. Return to Quito in the evening.
If you spent the night at the hacienda the day before, relax at the hacienda in the morning. Then enjoy the drive south and a visit to the equator monument. Here you can literally stand with one foot in the northern hemisphere and the other in the southern hemisphere. Continue along the Avenue of Volcanoes to the mighty giants of ash and fire - the mighty volcanoes in the south of Quito. Humboldt's famous Avenue of the Volcanoes, the imposing Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, authentic encounters and breathtaking landscapes with unique panoramas await you here.
Additional programme:
Hacienda San Augsutin de Callo - At the "throne of the moon" - Cotopaxi volcano
The Cotopaxi region is one of the most beautiful in the country and is particularly unique and worth seeing around the almost 6,000 metre high Cotopaxi volcano.
You will spend the night at the small, family-run Hacienda San Agustín del Callo, formerly an Inca fortress and now one of the most beautiful haciendas in the country. San Augustín is a charming, cosy hideaway steeped in history, which surprises with its great attention to detail and is a secret gem with just five rooms. Look forward to special days at the Cotopaxi volcano and enjoy the exquisite cuisine on a full-board basis. The days are dedicated to excursions organised by the Hacienda San Agustín de Callo. Antisana, Illiniza and all the other beautifully shaped volcanoes in the highlands of Ecuador on the Avenue of the Volcanoes rise up in a fascinating way. At the foot of the lava mountain, in the Cotopaxi National Park, hike to the Limpiopungo lagoon. Wild horses live here, majestic condors circle above the grassy steppe of the páramo vegetation. A breathtaking round trip through the national park and tours into the Andean hinterland are available. If you wish, you can also go fishing or hire the hacienda's bicycles and go on a bike tour.
After breakfast, a private transfer takes you to Quito airport. From here you will fly to the remote Galapagos Islands. Reception and transfer together with other guests to the selected yacht. Embarkation on the yacht "La Pinta" and start of the Galapagos cruise.
Galapagos: Baltra Island & South Plaza
Your Galapagos adventure begins directly after your morning flight to Baltra Island and the immediate transfer to the dock where the yacht La Pinta awaits you. After embarkation, there is a welcome talk and then a boat exercise. You move into your cabin and then enjoy your lunch. Then it's time for the first afternoon excursion.
South Plaza Island
The turquoise waters of this place contrast brilliantly with the volcanic terrain of the coastline, while a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as ground cover for a grove of bright green prickly pears populated by colourful Galapagos land iguanas. Colonies of sea lions can be found along the coast, while seabirds play with the thermals that form along the cliffs of this small but spectacular island. This island is definitely a great introduction to the natural essence of the Galapagos Islands.
8 nights on board the yacht La Pinta, double outside cabin incl. full board – Yacht details
Other ships and yachts that we are happy to offer and advise you in detail:
Isabela II - Yacht details
MV Santa Cruz II - Yacht details
Yacht Camila - Yacht details
Yacht Celebrity Xploration - Yacht details
Yacht Origin - Yacht details
Yacht Galapagos Elite - Yacht details
Yacht Endemic - Yacht details
Santa Fe Island
You take the dinghy to this idyllic sandy-white beach, which is inhabited by sea lion colonies. Galapagos hawks perch on salt bushes and are often easy to spot. The unique Santa Fe iguana can be spotted here during the walk. During the morning, you can also enjoy some water sports activities such as kayaking, snorkelling and even exploring the coastline.
Cerro Colorado Tortoise Habitat
After lunch, disembark in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and drive 40 minutes to the southern shore of the island. In Cerro Colorado, you will visit the breeding centre for the highly endangered giant tortoises in the middle of a fantastic deciduous forest, which is home to dozens of bird species, including the San Cristobal mockingbird and the San Cristobal lavaseide, both island endemics. At the end of the day, some free time in the city.
Punta Pitt
This morning you will land at the eastern tip of the island of San Cristobal. The path that climbs up from the beach offers spectacular views of the coast. You can observe frigate birds and a colony of sea lions. Look around and try to spot all the gannet species. If the conditions are favourable, you will have time for a panga ride or snorkelling after the walk.
Cerro Brujo
In the afternoon, a dinghy trip along the shores of the tufa layers takes you to the extensive white coral beach of Cerro Brujo, which is ideal for hiking. Here you can observe seabirds and shorebirds. Also look out for Galapagos sea lions. This is an important place because it is the shore where Charles Darwin landed in September 1835.
Punta Suarez
The morning excursion in Punta Suarez offers an exciting hike on lava/boulder terrain to visit unique seabird colonies, including waved albatrosses (seen from early April to early January), gannets, swallow-tailed gulls and the famous "blowhole", a unique lava formation through which seawater shoots into the air.
Also look for red-green-black marine iguanas. Many experts consider this landing point to be one of the most rewarding visits to the Galapagos.
Gardner Bay
In the afternoon, you will land on this beautiful white coral beach for a short walk. Here you will see sea lions, mockingbirds, finches and can enjoy the beach. At Gardner Bay you can go snorkelling, kayaking or glass-bottom boating.
Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
This morning you will visit the famous Charles Darwin Research Station and the breeding programme for the giant tortoises. Here you will experience the efforts and results of Galapagos field research and studies carried out in the name of science.
Highlands of Santa Cruz Island
After lunch, you will travel by bus to a reserve that is one of the best places in the archipelago to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. There are also several lava tunnels in the reserve.
Eden Islet
After breakfast, a panga ride takes you to Eden Islet, which is located off the coast of Santa Cruz. Here you can watch blue-footed boobies diving into the water, reef sharks and frigate birds.
There is also the opportunity to go snorkelling if the weather conditions allow it, or to go on a glass-bottom boat. The volcanic environment of this area is amazing and very interesting due to its variety of volcanic deposits, including cinder cones, tuff cones and semi-eroded lava flows.
Chinese hat
The small island of Chinese Hut takes its name from its appearance, which is reminiscent of a Chinese hat. You can explore the wildlife on a 400 metre long path that starts at a crescent-shaped white sandy beach. The bay offers excellent opportunities for swimming and snorkelling among reef sharks and Galapagos penguins.
Bartolomé Island
A Galapagos icon awaits you this morning: Bartolomé Island. A good start to the day with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort.
After the hike, you will take a trip around the colossal Pinnacle Rock with the dinghies. You can then enjoy the beach and go snorkelling. You can also take the glass-bottom boat for a marvellous view of the underwater world.
Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
After lunch, board the pangas and land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach that is great for swimming and snorkelling and has a path over a lava field that flowed here less than 130 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origins of Galapagos while observing the wildlife.
Darwin Bay
You travelled far north overnight and crossed the equator at latitude 0º0 "00".
This morning you begin your exploration of this island with an easy walk to spot sea and land birds. There is an optional walk over sharp lava and uneven terrain for dramatic views. Alternatively, you can return to the beach for a swim and snorkelling at this beautiful natural harbour. The more adventurous can snorkel the cliffs or paddle kayaks. From the anchorage, there is a marvellous view of the collapsed caldera of this once active volcano.
Prince Philip's Steps
The afternoon begins with a very interesting panga ride along the cliffs before reaching a short but steep climb up a wooden staircase. Once at the top, the land is flat, allowing for a fascinating walk of about a mile on the other side of this small island. Large colonies of Nazca boobies, frigate birds and petrels as well as owls can be observed here.
Your expedition cruise ends in Baltra Island. From here, you will fly back to the mainland to Guayaquil, with a flight time of around two hours. In the evening, you will fly with KLM from Guayaquil to Amsterdam and on to Germany. Alternatively, you can fly back to Germany with LATAM via Madrid. The flight takes around 15 hours in each case.
Or: Start the additional Galapagos programme at the Finch Bay Hotel or in neighbouring Peru with a visit to the realm of the Incas.
Arrival in Germany in the late afternoon.
Day 13 - Day 17
From Baltra, you will travel to your chosen hotel in Santa Cruz to relax and process your impressions.
3 nights at the 3.5★ Boutiquehotel Finch Bay , sea view room incl. half board – Details about the hotel
Alternative:
Mashpi Lodge - in the mountain cloud forest of the Amazon basin
3 nights in the 5★ Mashpi Lodge , Wayra Room incl. full board – Details about the hotel
If you would like to visit the Inca sites in the neighbouring country afterwards, we recommend this programme.
Day 13 Galapagos - Lima, Peru
You fly from Guayaquil to Lima, the capital of Peru. On arrival, reception and private transfer to your hotel, the luxurious, modern Belmond Miraflores Hotel or Hotel B.
2 nights at the 5★ Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel , Junior Suite Ocean View incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
Or :
2 nights at the 5★ Hotel B - Relais & Chateaux , Atelier room incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
In the evening, a welcome dinner in one of the trendy restaurants. Peru has become a culinary hotspot in South America in recent years.
With your German-speaking private guide, you will explore the city of Lima in a private car and visit both the historic centre of the city and the modern, trendy districts. Of course, this includes the central Plaza Mayor square, the atmospheric San Francisco monastery and a private guided tour of the very interesting Larco Herrera Museum.
A short domestic flight takes you to Cusco, the ancient Inca capital, once the centre of the world for the Incas. The flight takes around 1.5 hours. Reception and private transfer to the colonial luxury hotel Belmond Palacio Nazarenas or Inkaterra La Casona or Belmond Monasterio in a prime location in the colonial centre of the city.
2 nights at the 5★ Belmond Palacio Nazarenas , Junior Suite incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
Alternative:
2 nights in the 5★ Boutiquehotel Inkaterra La Casona , Patio Suite incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
Alternative:
2 nights in the 5★ Belmond Monasterio , Deluxe King Room with Oxygen incl. breakfast – Details about the hotel
With your German-speaking private guide, you will explore the city of Lima in a private car and visit both the historic centre of the city and the modern, trendy districts. Of course, this includes the central Plaza Mayor square, the atmospheric San Francisco monastery and a private guided tour of the very interesting Larco Herrera Museum.
Machu Picchu is calling! Travel elegantly and in style in the style of the 1920s in the Belmond luxury train Hiram Bingham on an impressive narrow-gauge railway through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to the world-famous Inca fortress in a spectacular location on a mountain ridge. You will enjoy a private guided tour of the impressive ruins and have time for an individual tour at your leisure. In the early evening, return to Cusco in the Belmond luxury train Hiram Bingham, accompanied by Andean music and an atmospheric cocktail dinner. The bar car also invites you to visit. On arrival in Cusco, reception and private transfer to the hotel. Alternatively, there is also the option of sleeping at Machu Picchu in the beautiful Hotel Inkaterra and enjoying a quieter evening and morning without the day tourists.
1 overnight stay at the 5★ Hotel Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo , Superior room incl. half board – Details about the hotel
From Cusco, a short flight takes you back to Lima; the flight only takes around 1.5 hours. As a farewell, you will be invited to lunch in the classic restaurant "La Rosa Nautica", situated on a bridge over the Pacific. In the evening, your flight home departs with KLM via Amsterdam or alternatively with LATAM via Madrid to Germany, where you will arrive the next afternoon.
Arrival at your home airport in the afternoon.
Included in your trip:
Would you like more experiences that you will never forget? We will also be happy to tell you the surcharges for club rooms, suites and flights in business or first class. We will be happy to advise you in detail.
Become part of the Gangotena family and feel completely at home at Casa Gangotena. The five-star boutique hotel invites you to relax in the eclectic inner courtyard under palm trees and get to know Quito's magnificent old town from the panoramic terrace. The hoteliers see themselves as ambassadors of Ecuadorian hospitality and promise you an intimate retreat with first-class service amidst the neoclassical and art deco architecture of a manor house. Casa Gangotena belongs to the luxurious Relais & Châteaux association.
Room
Almost 32 square kilometres are available for you to linger and relax in the Plaza View Room. The room is located on the first or second floor on the north side of the mansion and promises a spectacular view of the historic old town and the San Francisco Plaza.
Gastronomy
In Casa Gangotena's restaurant, chef Emilio Dalmau serves you his interpretations and own creations of Ecuador's flavoursome cuisine. You can choose to dine in the former ballroom Crimson Room, in the hotel garden or on the roof terrace. Drinks are also available in The Bar and Café Quiteño.
Yacht
La Pinta offers a luxurious expedition cruise for discerning travellers with the best service, exceptional expertise and the best national park guides on board. A maximum of 48 guests in just 24 cabins experience the highlights of the Galapagos archipelago and learn interesting facts about the UNESCO World Heritage Site in lectures and talks. La Pinta is equipped to a high standard. Guests can expect modern design and a spacious layout.
Cabin
La Pinta's cabins are among the largest of all Galapagos expedition cruise ships and have large floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a view of the islands. Each cabin has its own bathroom. All beds can be joined or separated.
Gastronomy
Guests can expect excellent cuisine with outstanding service.
Activities
The motor yacht offers a wide range of activities: snorkelling, kayaking, glass-bottom boat trips. The yacht also heads for interesting landing spots on the most beautiful islands in the archipelago.
Yacht
There is room for just 40 guests on the luxurious yacht Isabela II. An intimate journey is therefore guaranteed. In addition to the charming crew, nature guides and tour leaders trained by the national park are also on board. State-of-the-art technology for multimedia presentations and natural history lectures as well as the yacht's own library are available to guests. The yacht is very spacious and offers plenty of room, including on the open decks.
Cabin
The modern cabins offer every comfort and en-suite bathrooms, as well as ample storage space.
Gastronomy
You can look forward to excellent dishes created by a cordon bleu catering director. BBQs and other outdoor dining options are also available.
Activities
Special water activities include glass-bottom boating, kayaking, snorkelling and swimming.
Yacht
The 70 metre long Santa Cruz II offers five decks for relaxing, enjoying and observing. Guests have access to facilities such as a reading room and a natural history library, as well as amenities such as a gift shop, satellite telephone and WLAN.
Cabin
50 cabins for a maximum of 90 people are available on the Santa Cruz II. These are decorated in a Scandinavian design and equipped with large windows. They offer guests amenities such as a safe, air conditioning and beds that can be set up as either double or twin beds.
Gastronomy
On the Santa Cruz II there is a restaurant, a bar and lounge as well as an outdoor terrace with BBQ.
Wellness/ Activities
The Santa Cruz II has a fitness room, two Jacuzzis and numerous activities such as snorkelling, kayaking and glass-bottom boating.
Yacht
On board the newly designed yacht Camila, guests can look forward to very special encounters: blue-footed boobies, iguanas, giant tortoises, whales - you may encounter these and more on the trip.
The sleek ship itself is designed for comfort, luxury and stability and glides quietly and quickly through the waters. On board are eloquent natural history guides.
Cabin
The Camila can comfortably accommodate 16 people.
The ship's cabins are between 29 and 32 square metres in size and each has a private balcony.
Wellness/ Activities
On-board amenities include large social areas and a whirlpool.
Yacht
The Celebrity Xploration is 30 metres long and the new luxury catamaran in the Xpedition class.
There is room for 16 passengers, who can look forward to plenty of privacy as well as comfort. The expedition ship is eleven metres wide.
Cabin
Eight luxurious cabins promise travellers a fantastic view of the sea, each with either a balcony or a window.
Gastronomy
Al Fresco is the open-air restaurant on board the Celebrity Xploration and is open day and night for its guests. Lunch and dinner are served here on special occasions. Cocktails are served in the spacious Salón.
Wellness/ Activities
Celebrity Xploration has a sun terrace called the Solarium and a whirlpool. Both invite you to watch whales swimming by.
Yacht
The MV Origin is a member of the exclusive Relais & Châteaux association and enchants its guests with its stylish design in the style of a luxury boutique hotel.
Every element of the yacht has been designed for your comfort and safety. There are 13 crew members on board, including two nature guides.
Cabin
The cabins can accommodate 20 people. Each cabin comes with its own window, which promises a magnificent view of the sea.
Gastronomy
The delicious dishes are prepared by the chef, who uses fresh local ingredients. During the week, guests are entertained with a cookery demonstration. The BBQ lunch is served al fresco. The intimate pool bar is open at all hours and offers a variety of drinks.
Wellness/ Activities
The yacht has its own fitness centre and jacuzzi. Hiking tours can also be organised, as well as glass-bottom boat trips, stand-up paddling and kayaking trips.
Cruising the azure waters of the Galapagos Islands from June 2019, the Galapagos Elite is the latest catamaran to sail through the archipelago. Reinventing the concept of luxury, class and travel, this sleek, twin-hulled catamaran offers its up to 16 guests a safe journey through this unique place of biodiversity.
As for your accommodation on board the Elite, each suite is spacious, comfortable and well-appointed - the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day exploring the dazzling array of birds, reptiles, fish and mammals of the islands. The bed size depends on whether you want a king-size bed or twin beds, as all beds are convertible. In addition to this feature, each suite has large windows with panoramic sea views, in addition to your own private outdoor balcony where you can watch the island scenery.
Main deck
Golden Premium Suites: 2 suites with front view (bow)
Golden suites: 2 suites
Upper deck
Golden Suites: 4 suites / 1 Golden Suite combined with single cabin
Single cabin: 1 single cabin
Sizes (incl. balcony)
Golden Premium Suites: 37 mt2/ 399 ft2 approx.
Golden Suites: 35 mt2/ 376 ft2 approx.
Single cabin: 19 mt2/ 204.5 ft2 approx.
The Galapagos Endemic catamaran was specially designed for cruises between the "enchanted islands" of Charles Darwin and has been one of the most modern and luxurious yachts for the Galapagos Islands since July 2018. Endemic's 16-passenger catamaran sets a new standard for luxury catamarans in its class and is characterised by spaciousness, comfort, stability and undoubted seaworthiness. The ship's carefully selected officers, crew and chef will make your on-board experience perfect, while the cruise's first-class naturalist guides are well-trained, friendly, knowledgeable and have years of experience in the Galapagos.
On the yacht you will find all the amenities you would expect from a luxury cruise ship; for example, a TV lounge with comfortable furniture and a widescreen TV with DVD and Blu-ray player. Each cabin has individually controlled air conditioning, a balcony, a spacious bathroom and either a king-size bed or two twin-size beds. Each cabin also has a wardrobe and drawers as well as a desk and a safe.
In fact, nothing has been left to chance in the engineering and design of the yacht, which offers its guests a level of style and comfort that makes the Endemic one of the best vessels in the Galapagos Islands!
Accommodation
- Suite size: 30 mt2 / 322 ft2
- Suite layout:
- 4 suites - main deck
- 4 suites - upper deck
- Location of the single cabin: 1 cabin - upper deck
Main Deck:
Upper Deck:
Sky Deck:
The charming Eco-Hotel Finch Bay is one of the best hotels in the entire Galapagos archipelago. The hotel's entire infrastructure was planned and built with ecological aspects in mind, which is why the hotel has its own water desalination plant and participates in innovative recycling programmes, among other things. The Finch Bay Eco-Hotel is located in the small sheltered bay of Punta Estrada on a pristine beach in a completely quiet location, slightly away from the main town of Puerto Ayora on the island of Santa Cruz.
Room
The small boutique hotel has 21 air-conditioned rooms and six suites, which are bright and friendly, spacious and equipped with stylish furniture. Each of the 20 square metre rooms has a private bathroom and a private balcony with a hammock or a shared terrace. Your room overlooks the garden or the sea.
Gastronomy
In the Finch Bay Hotel's restaurant, you will get to know the special flavours of Galapagos cuisine in a fusion of Ecuadorian and international cuisine. The hotel's cuisine consists largely of fresh, sustainable seafood as well as vegetables and herbs from its own garden. Finch Bay serves a large American, European and Ecuadorian breakfast buffet as well as lunch with popular dishes such as ceviches, hamburgers and pasta.
Wellness
The hotel's amenities include a pool, massages and opportunities for snorkelling and kayaking.
Enjoy the days at leisure. Stroll through the small town or take a trip to Tortuga Bay, a marvellous beach where sea turtles often come ashore.
Nestled in the misty forests of the Mashpi Nature Reserve, you will find this unique, ecological lodge, which is one of the Unique Lodges recognised by National Geographic. Mashpi Lodge was opened in 2012 and promises sensational views of the verdant forests. The lodge is a modern, angular building made of steel and concrete. A highlight is the two-kilometre-long cable car through the treetops. Mashpi Lodge is around 100 kilometres from Quito and is the perfect starting point for excursions in the surrounding area.
Room
The lodge's rooms are spread over three floors and each has floor-to-ceiling windows that provide a view of the forest at all times. Each of the 20 rooms is 34 square metres in size, 13 of them have two large single beds and seven have king-size beds. Amenities include luxurious bathrooms, Wi-Fi, reusable water bottles and fresh, filtered water.
Gastronomy
The two-storey restaurant at Mashpi Lodge offers the finest Ecuadorian gourmet dishes as well as stunning views. The dishes combine the cuisine of the coast and the Andes with fresh, local ingredients.
Wellness
The Samay Wellness Centre at Mashpi Lodge invites you to treat yourself to moments of tranquillity in the midst of mist and forests. In two areas you can watch birds, relax in the open-air whirlpool, do yoga and enjoy massages and treatments in the spa.
The 5★ Hotel Belmond Miraflores Park is located high up on the cliffs in the trendy Malecon de la Reserva neighbourhood with a magnificent view of the Pacific. The hotel is your luxuriously comfortable retreat in the colourful hustle and bustle of the turbulent capital. Nearby, you will come across magnificent colonial buildings and can explore museums, fine shops and galleries.
Room
Your Ocean View Junior Suite is modern and stylishly furnished and offers a magnificent view of the Pacific. Exclusive design elements, an inviting king-size bed, the spacious marble bathroom and the separate living area with workstation create a perfect living experience.
(Ocean view junior suite as on the other trip? If not, please let me know again and I'll describe another one)
Gastronomy
The hotel is home to several elegant restaurants and bars. The stylish Tragaluz restaurant in the middle of a beautiful garden will particularly fascinate you. Here you can enjoy fine international dishes with Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Wellness
Enjoy the fantastic view from the heated panoramic pool on the roof terrace or indulge in a soothing treatment at the Zest Spa.
The Relais & Chateaux Hotel B is a restored Belle Époque hotel in the capital of Peru. Surrounded by galleries and artists' studios, the hotel itself is a gallery with its own art collection and is directly connected to the Lucia de la Puente Gallery, which hotel guests can also visit. The hotel also has a library, a private outdoor terrace and various indoor lounges.
Room
There are three different room categories available to hotel guests: Atelier, Aposento and Alcoba. All rooms are stylish, contemporary, decorated in subtle colours and with high-quality, comfortable furniture. The room sizes vary between 19 and 42 square metres.
Gastronomy
In Hotel B's restaurant, you can experience old Lima with traditional Peruvian cuisine in a stylish ambience. The menu consists of a combination of Peruvian ingredients and Mediterranean flavours.
Wellness
Hotel B offers a spa, stationary bicycles and in-room massages.
At the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, you will be staying in one of the most exclusive hotels in the city. Formerly a palace, for a while a monastery, today you will see a house restored into an exclusive luxury hotel where nothing is left to be desired. The hotel combines the charm of history with modern luxury. Belmond Palacio Nazarenas is located directly behind Cusco's main square on a quiet plaza.
Room
The Belmond Palacio Nazarenas offers guests 55 suites, each with a private bar. All suites are spacious and equipped with comfortable four-poster beds, bathrooms with Peruvian marble and underfloor heating. A round-the-clock butler service is also part of the amenities
Gastronomy
In the Senzo Restaurant of the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas you dine in a trendy bistro style. The menu of the first-class restaurant consists of dishes from contemporary Andean cuisine.
Wellness
The Belmond Palacio Nazarenas also offers the Hypnôze Spa, which provides treatments inspired by the culture of the Incas and the Andean nature for your well-being, as well as the first and only outdoor pool in the city.
Inkaterra La Casona is the first boutique hotel in Cusco. The restored manor house from the 16th century is located on the training grounds of an elite Inca army, on the traditional Plaza de las Nazarenas. Inside the house you will find furniture from the colonial era, pre-Columbian textiles and original murals. The Inkaterra La Casona is surrounded by amazing Andean landscapes and charming cobbled streets.
Room
The Inkaterra La Casona has eleven suites in three categories: Plaza Suite, Balcon Suite and Patio Suite. Each one has a fireplace, underfloor heating and an extra-large bathtub. The suite sizes range from 32 to 47 square metres.
Gastronomy
Creative dishes with fresh, nutritious and natural ingredients from the surrounding area are served in the dining room of the manor house. Here you can experience the culinary specialities of indigenous cuisine.
Wellness
The Yacu therapy room offers customised treatments and massages using only natural products derived from local plant extracts.
This unusual hotel is located within the walls of a listed former monastery. The abbey is still owned by the Archbishop of Cusco. Originally, the thick stone walls housed a seminary where future Catholic priests were trained for missionary work in Peru. Today, the building in the heart of the Andean city is considered one of its landmarks and is a prime example of colonial Renaissance architecture with its inner courtyards and arcades.
Room
The luxurious marble bathroom, the opulent wooden furniture and the antique works of art create a pleasantly historic ambience. Nevertheless, the furnishings are very modern: An LCD flat screen and a docking station fulfil every multimedia wish.
Gastronomy
Savour classic international cuisine at the highest level in an intimate atmosphere in the El Tupay restaurant, located directly in the romantic inner courtyard. In the historic cloister you will find the Illary, which offers light lunch dishes.
Wellness, Activities
Recharge your batteries with a massage in the in-house spa.
You can feel the great history everywhere in the hotel without having to do without modern amenities. Impressive Inca ruins and richly decorated churches from Spanish times have made the city world-famous. In the afternoon, you will first get to know Cusco's colonial old town, which is under UNESCO protection, on a city tour and visit the impressive Inca ruins in the surrounding area, such as Sacsayhuaman.
This fairytale hotel in the style of an Andean village is located below Machu Picchu. The 83 dreamy casitas are scattered across the terraced hills in the cloud forest and are connected by stone paths. On the way to your lodge, you will pass waterfalls and can admire numerous bird species and orchids in all shapes and colours.
Room
Wood, raffia, stone and fur: these are the materials that predominate in your suite. The result: an intense feeling of security and absolute closeness to nature. Just let yourself go and enjoy being part of the wilderness around you. Relax in the heated plunge pool on your terrace and rest on the day bed.
Gastronomy
The restaurant is a huge building with lots of glass and offers a view of the Vilcanota River and the evergreen rainforest all around. Rustic dishes as well as the finest specialities are served here.
Wellness, Activities
The unique concept of the UNU Spa combines classic spa care with elements of mysterious Andean mysticism. All products are 100 per cent natural and come exclusively from regional plant production. Treat yourself to this sensual, spiritual and simply soothing spa treatment.
For tourist stays in Ecuador and Peru, German nationals do not need to obtain a visa before travelling as long as the trip does not exceed 90 days per year (Ecuador) or six months (Peru).
The Federal Foreign Office recommends checking and completing the standard vaccinations according to the current vaccination calendar of the Robert Koch Institute on the occasion of every trip.
Ecuador: No proof of a yellow fever vaccination is required for direct entry from Germany, but a vaccination is strongly recommended for all travellers aged 12 months and over when travelling to the designated yellow fever infection areas in Ecuador. There is no risk of transmission in Quito, Guayaquil and the Galapagos Islands. If you are travelling from Ecuador to a third country, vaccination may be required.
Peru: According to the Peruvian immigration authorities, proof of a yellow fever vaccination is currently not required when travelling from a yellow fever area or when entering the country directly from Germany. However, when travelling to the designated yellow fever endemic areas of Peru, especially for the Peruvian Amazon region and the areas east of the Andes below 2,300 metres, timely vaccination is strongly recommended for all travellers over the age of nine months. If you are travelling from Peru to a third country, the vaccination may be required.
The Galapagos Islands are a good holiday destination all year round. The best time to visit for fans of a tropical climate is between December and May. Temperatures during this time are around 30 degrees, the sun shines for up to eight hours a day and there can be showers. The cooler season is from June to November. There is hardly any rain during these months and temperatures only drop a little.
Peru's climate varies greatly depending on the region. The Peruvian dry season is between May and November, the best time to travel is between April and October. However, depending on the altitude, it can also get a little chilly during these months. December to March is the Peruvian summer, but it is also the rainy season.
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"The Galapagos Islands are a nature lover's dream. The archipelago with its volcanic origins is so far out in the Pacific that you feel completely isolated and secluded here. The unique, largely endemic flora and fauna is what makes it so special for me and is definitely one of the world's best destinations for observing wildlife. The combination with the UNESCO-protected, colonial old town of Quito and the wonders of neighbouring Peru with the legendary Inca city of Machu Picchu makes this trip so unique and special."
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