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This four-day itinerary allows you to experience the sunshine, archaeology and culture of Trujillo and Chiclayo in northern Peru.

Visit beautiful churches and mansions of the Colonial era, as well as the impressive huacas, temples and archaeological sites of pre-Columbian civilisations.

Enjoy some of Peru's best museums; see the beautiful Chicama Valley; and enjoy fresh seafood from the nearby Pacific Ocean.

• Snapshot of northern Peru's abundant, coastal archaeology, including Chan Chan, Huaca de la Luna, Tucume & El Brujo.
• Pacific Ocean & desert landscapes interspersed with valleys & dry forest.
• Three nights' accommodation in vibrant cities, renowned for culture & cuisine.

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With the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Andes mountains to the east, Peru’s coastal region is a narrow strip 1,554 miles long, but only 12 to 62 miles wide.

It is mainly arid, but there are 52 river valleys that are arable at least some of the year, and it is here that many of Peru’s pre-Columbian cultures have arisen, such as the Nazca-Paracas, Chimu, Moche and Sican.

We visit many of the most notable monuments of these civilisations during the course of the 13-day itinerary, such as Chan Chan and Tucume.

But it is not just about archaeology. We visit beaches in Huancayo, Pimentel and Vichayito … where there is the chance to swim with sea turtles.

We enjoy a number of modern Peruvian cities, with their Colonial vestiges; and we visit villages renowned for their craftsmanship.

The food in this part of Peru is renowned, and not surprisingly focuses, on the rich ingredients to be found in the Pacific ocean: ceviches, parihuelas, causas, tiraditos and other classic seafood dishes .

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Ayutthaya is an ancient royal city offering a peaceful place to explore temple ruins and a great break from bustling city streets. Stay in a cosy guesthouse with plenty of Thai charm, learn about the fascinating past of this historic former capital by bike before cruising down the river on a converted rice barge. Finish the afternoon off with a relaxing massage overlooking the water, pure bliss!

Get ready for an incredible South American vacation with this Machu Picchu & Galapagos tour filled with adventure and mystery. Explore famous archeological ruins, historical sites, cultural towns, and the enchanted Galapagos Islands for a closer look at the wonderful things this part of the world has to offer.

This 13-day adventure is one of the best Peru, Ecuador and Galapagos tours for solo travelers, couples, families, or groups alike. You’ll stay in your choice of the best 4-star and 5-star hotels during your tours to Peru and Ecuador and relish the luxurious comforts aboard your Galapagos Islands cruise.

Highlights

• Explore Peru and Ecuador's most famous sites
• Visit Lima's Santo Domingo convent & renowned Larco Museum
• Marvel at the majesty of Machu Picchu
• See the ancient sites of the Incan Sacred Valley
• Experience the colonial charms of Cusco
• Luxury Galapagos expedition cruise
• Witness the remarkable endemic species of the Enchanted Isles
• Activities and accommodations can be tailored to suit your taste and budget
• Private guided excursions and transfers to enrich your experience

Classic Machu Picchu, our Featured Peru Tour, is a great way to experience the most interesting destinations of the country. It includes Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and an overnight stay in Machu Picchu. You will have a city tour of Lima, city tour of Cusco, including the four ruins that surround the city, and a Sacred Valley excursion. You will also have a free day in Machu Picchu to revisit the site or enjoy the surrounding area.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 7 nights (3 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 10 meals (7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner).

This tour is an extended version of our Classic Machu Picchu Tour. It includes Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and an overnight stay in Machu Picchu. When you arrive in Cusco, you will be taken directly to the Sacred Valley so that you can acclimatize to the altitude. In the Sacred Valley, you will have private tours of the Indian artisan market in Pisac, Chinchero, Moray, Maras salt mines, and the fortress of Ollantaytambo.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 8 nights (3 nights in Lima, 2 nights in the Sacred Valley, 1 night in Machu Picchu, and 2 nights in Cusco), and 12 meals (8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner).

Explore Mendoza in the Central Andes and Bariloche in the Lake District on this unforgettable Argentina tour. In Mendoza, the country’s main wine-producing region, you will visit two vineyards to learn about the production of wine, and for tastings, and then head to the Andean foothills to catch a glimpse of Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas. From Mendoza, continue on to the resort town of Bariloche, on the shoreline of Lake Nahuel Huapi, for some sightseeing and a boat tour of the lake.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 9 nights (3 nights in Buenos Aires, 3 nights in Mendoza, and 3 nights in Bariloche), and 10 meals (9 breakfasts and 1 dinner).

Best Time to Go: October-March.

Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu should be on every adventure traveler’s “to do” list. While it is physically challenging, the rewards include spectacular Andean Mountain scenery, Incan archaeological ruins, and watching the sunrise over Machu Picchu at Inti Punku, the ‘Gateway of the Sun’. This tour combines the Inca Trail with our Classic Machu Picchu Tour, which also includes Lima, and two days of acclimatization in Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas prior to the hike.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 9 nights (2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, 3 nights of camping on the Inca Trail, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 17 meals (9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 3 dinners).

Appreciate Peru’s fascinating cultures and history in one of our most popular tours. It includes Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, an overnight stay in Machu Picchu, and an excursion to Lake Titicaca. You will have city tours of Lima and Cusco, and visit the Indian artisan market in Pisac and the fortress of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley. You will have a free day in Machu Picchu to revisit the site or enjoy the surrounding area, and then travel by train to Puno and Lake Titicaca to experience the unique cultures of the inhabitants of Peru’s Altiplano.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 9 nights (3 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Machu Picchu, and 2 nights in Puno), and 14 meals (9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 1 dinner).

Machu Picchu and Easter Island are two of the most amazing archaeological sites in South America. Machu Picchu served as a center of worship, an astronomic observatory, and a private hacienda for the Inca Pachacutec. It was recently named as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Easter Island, located 2,200 miles west of Chile in the Pacific Ocean, is home to over 800 Moai statues, whose origin is still a mystery.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 10 nights (2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Machu Picchu, 1 night in Santiago, and 3 nights in Easter Island), and 13 meals (10 breakfasts and 3 lunches).

Discover the wildlife and landscapes of the Eastern Galapagos Islands while traveling aboard the Coral I & II. Beginning in Quito, you will have a city tour and visit the Middle of the World complex. Highlights include observing giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Center on Santa Cruz Island and at the Cerro Colorado reserve on San Cristobal Island, spotting blue-footed boobies and frigate birds on North Seymour Island and hybrid iguanas on South Plaza Islet, and circumnavigating Kicker Rock.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 6 nights (3 nights in Quito and 3 nights aboard the Coral I & II) and 12 meals (6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners).

Best Time to Go: Year-Round.

Discover the Nazca, Inca, and Aymara cultures of Peru. Beginning in Lima, you will travel to the Ica Region for an overflight of the Nazca Lines, and to observe the bird and sea lion colonies of the Ballestas Islands. From the Inca capital of Cusco, you will visit the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. And, in Puno, home to the Aymara culture in Peru’s Altiplano, you will explore Taquile Island and the Floating Islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca, and the chullpas of Sillustani.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 12 nights (5 nights in Lima, 1 night in Paracas, 3 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Machu Picchu, and 2 nights in Puno), and 17 meals (12 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 1 dinner).

Galapagos and Machu Picchu are two of the most popular destinations in South America. Your tour begins in Quito, which has a well-preserved colonial center and spectacular views of the Andes and nearby volcanoes. You will then travel to the Galapagos Islands for a four day cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend, where you will enjoy plant and animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth. The final part of your tour will take you to Peru to see Machu Picchu, the spectacular mountain top citadel known as the ‘Lost city of the Incas’.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 11 nights (2 nights in Quito, 3 nights on the Galapagos Legend, 2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 19 meals (11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 3 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Galapagos and Machu Picchu are two of the most popular destinations in South America. Your tour begins in Quito, which has a well-preserved colonial center and spectacular views of the Andes and nearby volcanoes. You will then travel to the Galapagos Islands for a five day cruise aboard the Coral I & II, where you will enjoy plant and animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth. The final part of your tour will take you to Peru to see Machu Picchu, the spectacular mountain top citadel known as the ‘Lost city of the Incas’.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 12 nights (2 nights in Quito, 4 nights on the Coral I & II, 2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 22 meals (12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 4 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Combining the Galapagos with Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca is an excellent way to experience the best of Ecuador and Peru. You will begin in Quito and then travel to the Galapagos Islands for a four day cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend, where you will observe plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth. In Peru, you will visit Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu, and then travel to Puno and Lake Titicaca to experience the unique cultures of the inhabitants of the Altiplano.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 14 nights (2 nights in Quito, 3 nights on the Galapagos Legend, 3 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, 1 night in Machu Picchu, and 2 nights in Puno) and 23 meals (14 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 3 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Galapagos, Machu Picchu, and the Peruvian Amazon are three of the most popular destinations in South America. Your tour will begin in Quito, which has a well-preserved colonial center and spectacular views of the Andes and nearby volcanoes. You will then travel to the Galapagos Islands for a four day cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend, where you will enjoy plant and animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth. In Peru, you will visit Machu Picchu, the spectacular mountain top citadel known as the ‘Lost city of the Incas’ and Posada Amazonas in the Peruvian Amazon, which features an amazing parrot clay lick.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 15 nights (2 nights in Quito, 3 nights on the Galapagos Legend, 3 nights in Lima, 2 nights in the Sacred Valley, 1 night in Machu Picchu, 2 nights in Cusco, and 2 nights at Posada Amazonas) and 28 meals (15 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 5 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Explore Quito and the northern Galapagos Islands on this luxury tour of Ecuador. The tour starts in Quito with a city tour and visit to the Middle of the World complex, and continues on to the Galapagos. Highlights include observing giant tortoises at the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island and marine iguanas on Sombrero China Islet, hiking to the summit of Bartolome Island, and viewing frigate birds, boobies, and mockingbirds on Genovesa Island. Opportunities for snorkeling, sea kayaking, and glass bottom boating are also available.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 7 nights (3 nights in Quito and 4 nights aboard the La Pinta), and 15 meals (7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners).

Best Time to Go: Year-Round.

Galapagos and Machu Picchu are two of the most popular destinations in South America. Your tour begins in Quito, which has a well-preserved colonial center and spectacular views of the Andes and nearby volcanoes. You will then travel to the Galapagos Islands for an eight day cruise aboard the Galapagos Legend, where you will enjoy plant and animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth. The final part of your tour will take you to Peru to see Machu Picchu, the spectacular mountain top citadel known as the ‘Lost city of the Incas’.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 15 nights (2 nights in Quito, 7 nights on the Galapagos Legend, 2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 19 meals (15 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 7 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Treat yourself to the finest accommodations in Ecuador and Peru on this fabulous journey. In Quito, you will stay at Casa Gangotena, a boutique luxury hotel in the old town center, and in the Galapagos, the luxurious La Pinta will be your base to discover the fascinating wildlife and landscapes of the Islands. In Peru, we include all Orient Express hotels, and transport you via the Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu, for a private guided tour and an overnight stay at the Sanctuary Lodge.

Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 12 nights (2 nights in Quito, 4 nights on the La Pinta, 2 nights in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco, and 1 night in Machu Picchu), and 24 meals (12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners).

Best Time to Go: April-October.

Kyrgyzstan is a fascinating country with a strong nomadic heritage in the heart of Central Asia. This is your opportunity to experience the itinerant way of life, witnessing how people live hand in hand with nature and continue customs that have been passed down through many generations.

This trip will lead you on a one-week tour of Kyrgyzstan. Enjoy the quiet charms and warm hospitality of Kyrgyzstan. Visit the rural lakeshore of Issyk Kul, the lake known as “The Pearl of Kyrgyzstan”. Experience nomadic life sleeping in a yurt beside the alpine pastures of Song Kul. Soak up the hustle and bustle of oriental bazaars and explore Kyrgyzstan’s green modern capital Bishkek. Watch a performance of traditional Kyrgyz horse games and become immersed in the ancient nomadic culture of the Kyrgyz.

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We fully appreciate that we all need to be flexible in the world of travel right now. You can book with us with complete confidence that you have the flexibility to change your plans if needed.

All bookings made this year can be changed or postponed free of charge. If you cancel your trip up to 16 days before the departure, we will hold your deposit as a credit towards an alternative trip in the future with Kalpak Travel.

	Accommodation	Kalpak trips visit a combination of quality hotels, traditional Yurt camps, and local guesthouses.
	Guided excursions	Expert, English-speaking guides accompany you throughout the entire trip, giving you unique insights into the local culture and history.
	Ground transfers	All airport collections, hotel transfers and rail journeys are included.
	All meals	All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included in the price. You're not obliged to eat every meal with the group, and your guide will happily direct you to recommended local restaurants and markets if you prefer.
	Internal flights	Domestic/internal flights are included where applicable.

Explore the ancient cities frequented by nomads and conquerors, the architectural legacy left by a flourishing Islam and the great Empire of Timur. Mosques, madrassas, fortresses and unforgettable landscapes await, ranging from fertile valleys to open steppes and never-ending deserts.

Tour modern Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan and the largest city in Central Asia. Visit the Fergana Valley to learn about the strong local traditions of ceramics and silk production, Termez, a historic regional center of Buddhism and well-preserved Khiva, a museum city surrounded by mud brick walls.

Spend time in the charming Old City of Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site before arriving at the wonders of Samarkand. Along the way you'll meet local people and master craftsmen, who will share with you their expertise in paper making, ceramics, and silk production.

Kazakhstan is a country in the flux of change, where long-held traditions are still valued alongside modern practices. Here, historic, Soviet, and modern cities combine to create a timeless atmosphere. The country’s abundant oil and mineral reserves have financed bold urban landscapes with buildings by world-famous architects, yet Kazakhstan has not lost sight of its nomadic roots, assuring visitors of the warm welcome which has characterised this nation’s attitude to guests for centuries.

Beyond the urban settlements, Kazakhstan’s mighty landscapes will capture both your imagination and your heart. From vividly painted canyons to alpine lakes and juniper forests on mountain slopes, the diverse countryside offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the region. Every drive, walk, or plane ride is another opportunity to be awed by the scale and magnificence of Kazakhstan’s natural environments.

An escorted small group tour to the highlights of this spectacular but highly underrated country.

From 12th-century mosques to 6th-century walled cities, you’ll experience the very best of the Silk Road and learn how the rise and fall of the Timur Empire left a profound architectural legacy.

But it's not all ancient history here: you'll get a feel for life under Soviet rule -- still fresh in many memories -- as well as get to know the people and culture of contemporary Uzbekistan in all its fascinating complexity.

Kalpak Travel’s Central Asian Silk Road Tour will lead you through the remarkable cities of the Great Silk Road, many of which are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

You will discover the cultural treasures and traditions of both the nomadic people who have crossed the region for millennia, and of the settled population. Explore three of the sprawling, Soviet-era capitals of Central Asia.

Absorb the architectural legacies of flourishing Islamic cultures and the mighty Timurid Empire in Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. In your two-week stay, you will be immersed in centuries of history and the diverse cultures of the peoples who built the ‘Stans as you see them today.

Kalpak Travel’s Best of Central Asia Tour combines the cultural highlights and natural beauty of five different countries in one epic journey.

In each of the Central Asian republics you’ll visit the modern and historic capitals, and see firsthand the cultural treasures and traditions of both the nomadic people who have crossed this region for centuries, and also the people who have settled in its cities.

The eclectic contemporary architecture of Nur-Sultan and Ashgabat contrasts with the sprawling Soviet-styled cities of Almaty, Bishkek, and Dushanbe, and nothing can prepare you for the impact of the great Silk Road cities, where flourishing Islamic culture and the medieval Timurid Empire left a lasting architectural legacy.

Travel across the five ‘Stans with us to experience the very best of Central Asian hospitality on an unforgettable adventure.

On this 7-day Baja California Nature Tour, you’ll first be treated to spectacular nature and wildlife opportunities in Mexico’s central Baja California peninsula and the Sea of Cortez.

Set out by boat into the Bay of La Paz, for San Rafaelito, where you’ll get your first snorkel opportunity before heading to Balendra Bay, a protected area home to pristine beaches, mangroves and stunning scenery, great for trekking and snorkelling. Final stop takes you to the whale shark observation zone.

Experience luxurious tented glamping on Espiritu Santo Island. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the best marine life viewing destinations in the world. Whales, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and plenty of beautiful tropical fish call the surrounding waters home, while bird species including Blue-footed Boobies, Reddish Egrets, Great Blue Herons and Yellow-footed Gulls frequent the island’s skies and shores.

Finally, journey to Los Cabos at the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula for some well-earned time spent soaking up the sun and sand in San Jose del Cabo before heading home.

Embark on a true cultural expedition via this Mexico City to Puebla & Oaxaca tour.

Begin by experiencing the far reaches of urban Mexico City, including the fabled canals of Xochimilco and discover the Coyoacan Market for some authentic Mexican cuisine, before heading on to Frida Kahlo’s Blue House.

Travel to Teotihuacan, nearly an hour outside of the city, to tour what is considered to be one of the most important Mesoamerican archaeological sites and explore the towering Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.

Exchange big city lights for smaller, more traditional cities of Puebla and Oaxaca, wandering colonial city centers and a maze of dynamic marketplaces. Finally, dive head-first into the traditional flavors of endemic mezcal paired with authentic, local cuisine.

Discover the spectacular ancient Maya civilisations in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula on this Chichen Itza to Tulum tour.

Explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the impressive pyramid at Chichen Itza, before continuing to the charming city of Merida and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Mayan ruins, Uxmal, where you’ll explore the Palace of the Governors. Opt to add a local Cantinas cultural experience, exploring some of the more historical venues in town for a refreshing beverage and snacks.

Finally, visit one of the Yucatan’s newly discovered cenotes, cave-like underground freshwater sources, hidden in the jungle, before wrapping up your expedition at the ruins at Tulum and relaxing on the tropical beaches of the Riviera Maya.

Created for nature and wildlife lovers, this active trip offers incredible intimate experiences at responsibly operated establishments. Go on an exciting safari trip to a National Park to see some of the last remaining wild elephant herds. Explore remote villages and small towns that are still untouched by mass tourism to uncover authentic local culture. End the trip on a high note with a once-in-a-lifetime sea kayaking expedition with overnight camping at secluded islands.

Enjoy a more in-depth experience with this trip that highlights quaint local neighbourhoods and off-the-beaten-path villages around the Golden Triangle of North Thailand. From the bustling urban city, invigorating nature hikes to sea kayaking around stunning sea caves, you can anticipate some of the most impressive yet diverse aspects of Thailand.