Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Traveling With Machu Picchu And Galapagos Tours

By Paulette Mason


Often when an individual thinks of going to the Andes, one goes to the Andes. When in reality, some of the best views of the Andes can be found from one of the many Machu Picchu and Galapagos tours can provide more scenic views. During which, the individual is also touring Machu Picchu and sailing around the Galapagos Islands.

Machu Picchu has always been one of the most interesting destinations in the country. Other areas of a tour often include Cusco, Lima and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Whether desiring to take a self-guided tour or hike, or go with a group, there are plenty of options.

The Galapagos islands are one of the most desired destinations on earth. Quito, a stop on most tours also provides one of the best views of the Ande Mountain range. Most often tours that stop in Quito complete a tour with a four day sail around the Galapagos islands.

While hiking the volcano is an experience of a lifetime, sailing also has its benefits. Only aboard the Legend and in the Galapagos can explorers find animals, plants and other species found nowhere else on earth. A combined trip of land and sea allows individuals the best of both worlds.

When it comes to food, there are different types of food for all tastes. The ship staff work to keep the food as fresh and tasty as possible while on the water. Still, in case there are unknown issues with other guests carrying a stomach flu or virus, it is often good to have some form of anti-diarrhea medicine on board.

The Legend, is a one hundred passenger, first class vessel offering amenities of a large scale cruise liner. The ship has five decks, a library and a glass bottom boat. For the business traveler, or those needing to attend to matters while away, there is exercise equipment, phone/fax/internet capability, medical assistance and the most advanced and updated security systems on the water.

There are also tours focused on individual travel though most are oriented toward small or medium size groups. Some individuals may find it more appropriate to hire a personal guide rather than join a group tour. Others find that joining a group can provide savings and still allow for a great deal of creativity and customization as pertains to personal interest.

Different lengths of stays and tours are often available at different times of years. Picking up brochures at a local travel agencies, viewing Peru related travel videos or reading a vacation guide can often provide a great deal of insight into this beautiful country. These brochures and videos can also help individuals decide which areas of the country are best suited to personal taste.

Sailing around the islands or visiting a volcano, the country of Peru and the Galapagos islands have a lot to offer. From species of animals and plants found nowhere else in the world to active and inactive volcanoes, it truly is one of the most scenic places on earth. Whether seeing Machu Picchu from a distance, hiking to the top or sailing around the Galapagos, a combined country tour is often the most economic way to go.




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