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Level 1, 178 Collins Street
Melbourne, 3000, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
Ph: 61 3 9654 7977, Fax: 61 3
9650 8177
Licence: 32408 ABN: 26095434978
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email: info@southamericatourism.com
Reservations:
1300 857 805
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SERENATA EN QUITO STOPOVER
3 Days / 2 Nights |
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Few cities have a setting to match that of Quito, the second highest capital in Latin America after La Paz, Bolivia. Set in a hollow at the foot of the Pichincha Volcano, which stands at 4,794 metres. Quito was an Inca city, discovered by the Spaniards in 1534 and its charm lies in its colonial centre, with steep and narrow cobbled streets.
Day 1 QUITO
Transfer from the airport to your hotel
Day 2 QUITO (B)
Tour to the old and new city with a Shopping tour in the afternoon
Day 3 QUITO (B)
Transfer to the airport.
Includes
Return airport transfers
2 nights accommodation at selected hotel
Half day city tour with bilingual guide
Daily breakfast
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Hotels in Quito
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| Hotel Embassy - 3 star |
Hostal Fuente Piedra |
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| Hotel Reina Isabel - 3 star |
Howard Johnson Hotel |
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| Sheraton Hotel |
Mercure Alameda Hotel - 5 star |
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RIO BAMBA BY TRAIN (Devil’s Nose Train)
2 Days / 1 Nights |
Departures: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Experience a scenic train ride through the Andes mountains on what is
considered "the most difficult train in the world" to Rio Bamba, the capital
of the Chimborazo province and roughly the geographical centre of Ecuador.
This quiet agricultural town is sometimes known as the "Sultan of the
Andes", and travellers are promised breath-taking views of Ecuador's
highest peak, Chimborazo at 6,310 metres.
Day 1 DAY 1 QUITO – BAÑOS - RIOBAMBA
Depart from Quito. Visit the cities of Amabato and Ba&ntidle;os, the Zoo and the Sanctuary's main waterfalls. Afternoon transfer to Rioabamba at the foot of the Chimborazo Alps.
Day 2 RIOBAMBA – NARIZ DEL DIABLO (B)
Depart from Riobamba to Alausi, where you board the train, and possibly ride on the roof! Return to Quito on a scenic route via mountains and jungles.
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Includes
Return bus transfers to and from Quito
1 night accommodation at selected hotel
Sightseeing tour with bilingual guide
Tourist class train ticket
Daily breakfast
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OTAVALO DELIGHT
4 Days / 3 Nights |
North of Quito is the province of Imbabura, also known as the province of lakes. Here, the town of Otavalo is home to the largest and most famous market in Ecuador. The market dates back to Pre-Inca times and has the largest selection of handicrafts from all over the country including textiles, ceramics, woollen goods, tapestries, native paintings, leather goods and much more.
Day tours are also available to Otavolo from Quito or as part of the following package.
Day 1 QUITO
Transfer from airport to hotel.
Day 2 QUITO – MITAD DEL MUNDO (B)
City tour of colonial and modern Quito and visit to La Mitad del Mundo monument (the middle of the world).
Day 3 OTAVALO (B)
Day tour to Otavalo market. Return to Quito.
Day 4 QUITO (B)
Transfer to airport.
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Includes
3 nights accommodation at selected hotel
Half day city tour of Quito
Full day tour Otavalo market
Daily breakfast
Return airport transfers.
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GUAYAQUIL SHORT STAY
3
Days / 2 Nights |
Santiago de Guayaquil
is situated on the Guayas River, near the head of the Gulf of
Guayaquil, on the country’s low-lying Pacific
coast. It is Ecuador’s largest city and its leading
economic centre. Among the notable landmarks are the 16th Century
church in the old district of Las Peñas and the Botanical
Gardens.
Day 1 GUAYAQUIL
Transfer from
the airport to your hotel.
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2 GUAYAQUIL (B)
City tour to
the city of Guayaquil.
Day
3 GUAYAQUIL (B)
Transfer to the
airport.
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Includes
Return airport
transfers
2 nights accommodation at selected hotel
Half day city tour of Guayaquil
Daily breakfast
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PATHS OF THE INCAS
7
Days / 6 Nights |
Day 1 QUITO
Transfer to the
airport, lodging at the hotel.
Day
2 OTAVALO (B)
Tour to the
craft and
textile market of Otavalo, Cotacachi and its leather stores, San
Antonio de Ibarra and its wood carvings. Return to Quito.
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3 QUITO-RIOBAMBA (B)
Departure for
Rio Bamba, via the Colonial city of Latacunga.
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4 RIOBAMBA-ALAUSI-CUENCA (B)
Devil’s
Nose Train
from Riobamba to the South towards Alausi. Visit to the
Cañari-Inca Archeological ruins of Ingapirca.
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5 CUENCA-GUALACEO-CHORDELEG. (B)
Morning visit
to Cuenca. Afternoon visit to art craft based populations: Gualaceo and
Chordeleg (gold). Lodging. Return.
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6 CUENCA - QUITO (B)
Flight to
Quito, tour of modern and colonial Quito.
Day
7 QUITO (B)
Transfer to the
airport at the indicated time
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Includes
Return airport
transfers
6 nights accommodation at selected hotel
Sightseeing tours as per itinerary with bilingual guides
Air ticket Cuenca — Quito.
Daily breakfast
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CUENCA SHORTSTAY
3
Days / 2 Nights |
Cuenca, the capital
of the
province of Azuay. It was founded by the Spaniard Gil Ramirez Davalos
in 1557 on the site of the Inca settlement of Tomebamba. Much
of
its colonial air has been preserved with many of its old buildings,
which were constructed of marble quarried nearby, recently renovated to
their full grandeur.
Includes
Return airport
transfers
City Tour of Cuenca
2 Nights accommodation in selected Hotel including breakfast.
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CHIVA EXPRESS QUITO - CUENCA
4 Days / 3 Nights |
Departs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Take a different track and see Ecuador on board the exclusive 'Chiva Express' for a colourful and unique train ride along this original railroad from the Andes to the Coast. The adventure includes visits to Indian markets, Rio Bamba, Alausi, the Devil's Nose switchbacks, Cuenca and El Cajas National Park.
Day 1 QUITO – TAMBILLO – RIO BAMBA (L)
A highlight of this trip is to 'ride the roof' with a panoramic view of the stunning Andes mountains of Ecuador. Continue by bus to visit an Indian market and stay overnight at Rio Bamba, located at the foot of the imposing Chimborazo volcano.
Day 2 RIO BAMBA – ALAUSI – CUENCA (B, L, D)
Board the 'Chiva Express' for a scenic ride to Alausi, where you will experience the Devil's Nose switchbacks, one of the most impressive feats of rail engineering in the world. Continue south along the Andes by motorcar, visiting the Inca ruins of Ingapirca before reaching Cuenca at dusk.
Day 3 CUENCA (B, L)
Free day to explore the beautiful city of Cuenca, that is recognised as a World Cultural Heritage because for its colonial significance.
Day 4 CUENCA
Weather permitting, a full day visit to El Cajas National Park or Gualaceo Valley. Afternoon return to Cuenca, airport transfer for return flight.
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3 nights accommodation at tourist class hotels
Train ticket on Chiva Express
Transfer to Cuenca airport
Meals as specified (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner.
Price excludes flight from Cuenca – Quito
Available in 3 day/2 night packages and 2 day/1 night programs to Guayaquil.
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JUNGLE LODGES
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Yarina Lodge - 4
Days / 3 Nights
Yarina Lodge is
located east of the town of Coca, one hour by boat down the River Napo,
on the shore of the Manduro river, overlooking the forest. It is
situated on a bluff and consists of 20 double cabins with private
bathrooms, built in 1998 in the traditional style with typical
materials found in that area. A larger main building serves as the
dining and social area of the complex. Electricity is provided by a
diesel generator and you have light in your cabins till 10 pm. Yarina
reserve covers 300 ha and is part of a greater ecological reserve.
Includes
Transfer to/from Quito.
Air ticket from Quito - El Coca - Quito.
All meals inclusive at lodge.
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Kapawi Ecological Reserve
Kapawi is located in the remote area of the
Ecuadorian Amazon Basin. This lodge was built on the edge of the Kapawi Lagoon. Houses are built on stilts in order to minimize the impact on the surrounding vegetation. There are many activities to choose from including visits to the
Achuar communities, hiking, bird watching and
canoeing among others.
Available programs: 4 Days/3 Nights, 5 Days/4 Nights, and 8 Days/7 Nights.
Includes
Accommodation at Kapawi
Airfare Quito–Kapawi–Quito
All meals
Activities and excursions led by bilingual guides.
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Sacha Lodge Package - 4
Days / 3 Nights
Sacha Lodge is
located in the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon Basin. It is a haven
for nature lovers, birdwatchers, scientists and adventure seekers.
Sacha Lodge provides comfortable accommodation, first class meals, and
expert guides in order for you to enjoy the wonders of the tropical
rainforest. Carefully designed to offer the traveller comfort, yet
preserve the rainforest ambience, each of the 10 double cabins features
high thatched roofs and private shaded terraces. The cabins are
constructed with rainforest materials and are concealed in the lush
surroundings.
Includes
Return airfare
from Quito
3 Nights accommodation at Sacha Lodge
All meals
All activities with bilingual guides
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MANATEE
AMAZON EXPLORER
5
Days / 4 Nights |
Yasuni Biosphere
Reserve
The
Manatee Amazon Explorer riverboat accommodates 26 guests in 13 double
cabins with individual air conditioning, running hot water, large
dining room and inviting bar and lounge area. However, 4 of the cabins
can be comfortably used as triples if needed, for a total guest
occupancy of 30. The 3-decker vessel has an experienced crew of 11
including expert English speaking naturalist guides. Laundry service
available on board.
Monday
Morning flight
from Quito over the Eastern Cordillera and down into the airstrip at
the town of Francisco de Orellana. Navigation starts promptly during
lunch until mid-afternoon to disembark for our first encounter with the
rainforest and its people, featuring 478 species of birds and thousands
of botanical wonders. We meet our vessel at the Yasuni Biosphere
Reserve.
Tuesday
Visit Monkey
Island at a nearby Indian community and eke your way through a network
of black water streams to a flood forest habitat. Enjoy a jungle
barbecue and Amazon hammock siesta and back to our vessel.After dinner,
enjoy caiman watching and other nocturnal activities. (BLD)
Wednesday
After
breakfast, get a great terrace view of the jungle before disembarking
to admire a superb parrot salt lick and trek into the interior
rainforest. Lunch at a native campsite. Refreshing afternoon swim at a
lake and return by paddle dugout through blackwater creeks to our
vessel or optional overnight in the jungle cradled by unbelievable
sounds and a star-filled sky. (BLD)
Thursday
Terrace
breakfast for early-birds. Trek through the understory of gargantuan
kapok trees packed with bromeliads and tangling vines. After lunch
reach an observation tower. Evening farewell cocktail and dinner on
board. (BLD)
Friday
Arrival in
Francisco de Orellana and a visit to this quaint town before our flight
over the immense rainforest and midday landing in Quito (B)
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All meals
USD20 Yasuni National Park entrance fee to be paid on arrival.
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GALAPAGOS
ISLANDS
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Located some 1000km
off the Pacific Coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are made up of
13 main islands, 6 smaller islands and over 40 tiny islets. The islands
were discovered in 1535. This archipelago inspired Charles
Darwin’s theory of ‘Evolution of the
Species’. Animals and plants have adapted to the geography of
each island. Due to the volcanic origin and position of the islands on
the equator, the Galapagos Islands, are constantly changing.
Many of the volcanoes found on the islands are still active.
South America Tourism Office offers many different cruises and tours to
the amazing Galapagos Islands. Travelling categories include luxury,
first class, tourist superior class, tourist class, and economy class
depending on your budget. You can also travel to the islands by plane
from Quito or Guayaquil.
GALAPAGOS LEGEND
Deluxe (5 star) ship – 100 passengers – air conditioned and carpeted
cabin – private bathroom with hot water – pool, sundeck, dining room and
library – childrenŐs room.
Departure from Baltra, include visits to the islands of
Española, Santa Cruz, Bartolome, Santiago, Fernandina,
Isabela, Fernandina depending on departure date.
Departure days; 8 days (Monday & Thursday), 5 days (Thursday)
and 4 days (Monday)
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GALAPAGOS EXPLORER II
Deluxe (5 star) ship – 100 passengers – 6 deck categories with external
views – air conditioning, TV/DVD in suites with external views – TV in cabin
– private bathtub – glass bottom boats for excursions.
Departure from Isla San Cristobal, included visits to the islands of
Española, Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Bartolome, Santiago,
Fernandina, Isabela depending on departure date.
Departure days; 8 days (Wednesday & Saturday), 5 days
(Saturday) and 4 days (Wednesday)
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ISABELLA YACHT II
Deluxe (5 star) ship – 40 passengers – cabins across 2 decks – twin and
double beds – air conditioning – safes and hair dryers in cabins – glass bottom
boats – jacuzzi – library.
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CORAL I + II
Deluxe (5 star) yacht – Sister yachts – Coral 1 36 passenger, Coral 2 20
passengers – air conditioned and carpeted cabins – private bathrooms
with hot water – connecting cabins available – TV/DVD facilities – pool,
sundeck.
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QUEEN OF GALAPAGOS
First class (4 - 5 star) catamaran – 16 passengers – air conditioned cabins –
TV/DVD in room – private bathroom with hot water – sundeck.
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M/Y EDEN
First class (4 star) yacht – 16 passengers (8 cabins) – private bathrooms with hot water – library, TV with VHS video, and restaurant/bar and sundeck
facilities onboard.
Departure from Baltra and included visits to Islas Plazas, Santa Fe,
Espanola, Santa Cruz, Rabida, Bartolome, Genovesa and North Seymore
Island.
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GUANTANAMERA
Tourist (3 star) yacht – 16 passengers – 2 deck categories with varying views
– double and bunk beds available – air conditioned cabins – TV/VCR facilities
available – sundeck.
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INTREPIDO
Tourist (3 star) yacht – 20 passengers – double and bunk cabins available –
private bathroom – dining area.
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AMIGO
Tourist (3 star) yacht – 16 passengers – private bathrooms – dining area
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M/Y AIDA MARIA
A Tourist
Superior Yacht catering for 16 passengers. The 62 feet vessels, can
travel up to 10 knots, and has 8 double cabins with private toilet and
showers (water at ambient temperature), air conditioning.
Departure from Baltra and included visits to Islas Plazas, Santa Fe,
Espanola, Santa Cruz, Rabida, Bartolome and North Seymore Island.
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ANGELIQUE
Tourist
superior sailing ship with a capacity for 16 passengers.
Include 8 double cabins with private bathroom and air-conditioning.
Departure from Baltra and include visits to the islands of Bartolome,
Genovesa, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, Santa Fe and
Seymore depending on day of departure.
Departure days; 8 days (Monday & Thursday), 5 days (Thursday)
and 4 days (Monday)
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LOBO DEL MAR
First class
yacht with a capacity for 16 passengers. Include 8 double
cabins with private bathroom and air-conditioning.
Departure form Baltra and include visit to the islands of
Rabida, Bartolome, Islas Plazas, Santa Fe, Danta Cruz, Floreana,
Española, and Seymore depending on day of departure
Departure days: 8 days (Wednesday & Sunday), 5 days (Wednesday)
and 4 days (Sunday)
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POSEIDON
Tourist class
yacht with a capacity for 10 passengers. Includes 5 double
cabins with private bathroom.
Departure from Baltra, includes visits to the islands of Santa Cruz,
Floreana, Española, Santa Fe, Seymur, Bartolome, Rabida
depending on departure date.
Departure days; 8 days (Saturday & Wednesday), 5 days
(Saturday) and 4 days (Wednesday)
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DARWIN EXPLORER
Tourist class
ship with a capacity for 16 passengers. Features private
bathroom with hot water.
Departs from Baltra, and includes visits to Santa Cruz, Rabida,
Santiago, Bartolome, North Seymour, Santa Fe, Española,
Floreana depending on departure date.
Departure days; 8 days (Thursday), 5 days (Sunday)
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TIP TOP II
First Class
yacht with a maximum capacity for 16 passengers. Features 8
double cabins with private bathroom and air-conditioning.
Departs from Baltra and includes visits to the islands of Santa Cruz,
Floreana, Española, Santa Fe, Seymour, Bartolome, Rabida
depending on departure date.
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Please note all
Cruises prices exclude the flights from Quito or Guayaquil to Galapagos
Islands.
For full description
of each cruise itinerary, please contact our office.
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HIGHLANDER ACROSS THE ANDES
5 Days / 4 Nights |
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday departures
Day 1 QUITO – OTAVALO (L, D)
Visit the famous Otavalo indigenous market and the Cuicocha Lagoon. Stay overnight.
Day 2 OTAVALO – COTAPAXI (D)
Head to Cotopaxi, Ecuador's first national park and home to the highest active volcano on Earth. Stay overnight.
Day 3 COTOPAXI – RIOBAMBA (D)
Travel along the Pan-American highway past Riobamba and the base of Ecuador's highest mountain, the snow capped Chimborazo.
Day 4 RIOBAMBA – CUENCA (D)
Bus journey to Alausi, board the Devil's Nose Train and experiencethe famous switchbacks along the Andes. Continue by bus to the Ingapirca ruins before reaching Cuenca.
Day 5 CUENCA (B, L)
City tour of Cuenca, the prettiest colonial city in Ecuador. Transfer to airport for onward flight.
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Includes
Accommodation at selected hotels (1 night each in Otavalo, Cotopaxi, Riobamba, Cuenca)
Transport by bus
Devil's Nose train ticket
Meals as per itinerary (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner.
Excludes
Return flight Cuenca to Quito.
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FINCH BAY ECO HOTEL
5 Days / 4 Nights |
Wednesday departures
The Finch Bay Eco Hotel in Santa Cruz Island is the perfect option for those
wanting to experience Galapagos in all its glory but that prefer to sleep on
land. Located steps away from the beach, this environmentally friendly hotel
allows for comfortable accommodation and daily excursions to the nearby
islands on the modern "Sea Finch" yacht.
Day 1 (L, D)
Pick up from Baltra airport and tour of the highlands, Giant
Tortoises Reserve and volcanic craters on Santa Cruz Island before being
dropped off at hotel. Choice of excursion in the afternoon
Day 2 (B, L, D)
Full day excursion available to see the cacti and land iguanas,
lizards, and sea lions on Santa Fe Island.
Day 3 (B, L, D)
Excursion to see the diverse flora and fauna on Plaza Island.
Day 4 (B, L, D)
Trek up to the summit on Bartolome Island for a fascinating
view of the wildlife and surroundings.
Day 5 (B)
Head to the Charles Darwin Research Station and home of the giant tortoises before reaching Baltra airport.
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Packages include
4 nights accommodation
Yacht excursions (subject to availability)
Guided tours
Meals as specified (B,L,D).
Excludes
Return flight from Quito – Baltra
Beverages and personal expenses.
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