Caribbean & Panama Canal Cruises

Pre-Cruise 4-Day Cusco & Machu Picchu

Wonder at the beauty of the mysterious citadel, Machu Picchu, known as the “Lost City of Incas”. Perched 7,900 feet above sea level on a mountain ridge, this archaeological jewel is the most famous icon of the Inca world. Equally fascinating is nearby Cuzco, the historic capital of the Inca empire, a city that blends colonial Spanish charm with the more ancient remains of the Pre-Colombian glory. Along your journey explore Sacsayhuamán which is a walled complex on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru, the former capital of the Inca empire. Located on a steep hill that overlooks the city, it contains an impressive view of the valley to the southeast. Surface collections of pottery at Sacsayhuaman indicate that the earliest occupation of the hill top dates back at least a millennium.

Post-Cruise 4-Day Iquitos & the Amazon - Deluxe

ORIGINS OF IQUITOS
This journey will help you to fully understand the history behind this beautiful city and natural wonder. European-Peruvians established Iquitos as a Jesuit mission to the indigenous peoples in the 1750’s. Iquitos was known for its rubber industry through the rubber boom in the first decade of the 20th century, attracting thousands of immigrants from around the world, creating a melting pot of ethnic mixed families. Enjoy a 25 mile journey down the Amazon River on a river boat, as you make your way to your lodge in the Amazon rainforest.

YAGUA INDIANS AND CANOPY WALKWAY
Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your activities in this program. You can opt for a morning boat ride, spotting for dolphins and other wildlife as you make your way to small village of Yagua Indians, where you will be explained the Yagua Indian Culture and how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans. Marvel at the local crafts made by the tribe, and see ancient hunting techniques from the elders. Your other option is to explore the Canopy Walkway, an experience unequaled in the rainforest! At a height of over 115 feet and extending for one-third of a mile, the Walkway provides a view of the rainforest from the treetops, the best vantage point for observing the Amazon wildlife and vegetation. The Walkway is accessible to all and requires no special skills or equipment.

Pre-Cruise 4-Day Cusco & Machu Picchu - Deluxe

Wonder at the beauty of the mysterious citadel, Machu Picchu, known as the “Lost City of Incas”. Perched 7,900 feet above sea level on a mountain ridge, this archaeological jewel is the most famous icon of the Inca world. Equally fascinating is nearby Cuzco, the historic capital of the Inca empire, a city that blends colonial Spanish charm with the more ancient remains of the Pre-Colombian glory. Along your journey explore Sacsayhuamán which is a walled complex on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru, the former capital of the Inca empire. Located on a steep hill that overlooks the city, it contains an impressive view of the valley to the southeast. Surface collections of pottery at Sacsayhuaman indicate that the earliest occupation of the hill top dates back at least a millennium.

Pre-Cruise 4-Day Iquitos & The Amazon - Deluxe

ORIGINS OF IQUITOS
This journey will help you to fully understand the history behind this beautiful city and natural wonder. European-Peruvians established Iquitos as a Jesuit mission to the indigenous peoples in the 1750’s. Iquitos was known for its rubber industry through the rubber boom in the first decade of the 20th century, attracting thousands of immigrants from around the world, creating a melting pot of ethnic mixed families. Enjoy a 25 mile journey down the Amazon River on a river boat, as you make your way to your lodge in the Amazon rainforest.

YAGUA INDIANS AND CANOPY WALKWAY
Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your activities for this program. You can opt for a morning boat ride, spotting for dolphins and other wildlife as you make your way to small village of Yagua Indians, where you will be explained the Yagua Indian Culture and how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans. Marvel at the local crafts made by the tribe, and see ancient hunting techniques from the elders. Your other option is to explore the Canopy Walkway, an experience unequaled in the rainforest! At a height of over 115 feet and extending for one-third of a mile, the Walkway provides a view of the rainforest from the treetops, the best vantage point for observing the Amazon wildlife and vegetation. The Walkway is accessible to all and requires no special skills or equipment.