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.

Travelling in the region can be lengthy due to the mountainous terrain but a good agent will be able to overcome the difficulties with their local contacts and knowledge. Internal flights are a great option as they cut out lots of travelling time. However some of the scenery in the Andes is spectacular so a few road trips can be a pleasure.

Getting to the continent is also easier than ever with a range of flights from Europe and the USA. For most nationalities there are no entry requirements. To get into the Galapagos National Park there is some paperwork and a fee but the travel agent can deal with these. Most tours include a local guide who can handle the transfers and take care of the needs of all passengers.

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.

Most islands are small and so it is best to visit in small groups. This means you should consider the size of the boat you will sail in. The smaller boats are more expensive but offer a better experience. They all have excellent crews and qualified wildlife guides who really make the trip special. There are also plenty of opportunities for snorkeling to see the wonderful array of marine life.

Peru is a country with almost unparalleled diversity. It has the driest deserts, deepest canyons and most biodiverse jungle. It also has the ruins and relics of a great number of ancient civilizations, it would keep Indiana Jones occupied for years. Along the coast are lots of unexplored archaeological sites and the hills are littered with lost cities and Inka ruins. The Nazca lines, Chan Chan and Sipan are all increasingly popular.

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.

Both Peru and Ecuador are countries which have only started to receive large numbers of tourists recently. They have a feeling of being unspoiled and largely unchanged and very different from the modern world. Having said that the tourist infrastructure is excellent with luxurious hotels and excellent transport.




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