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INCA'S ADVENTURES
AlaskaOn the Alaskan Song or Mist Cove, we cruise a solitary
route between Juneau and Sitka, often anchoring alone in deep fjords.
Sometimes we're close enough to stare into the gaze of the Alaska
Brown bear, to be amused by the playful sea otters and sea lions,
and to watch shorebirds bustling about for tasty bits. You may see
orcas—the wolves of the sea—cruising in search of croutons
in the form of an unwary seal, sea lion or seabird. Bald eagles "cotton-ball" the fir trees, their white heads contrasting smartly with the dark
greenery. Colorful and comical puffins provide no end of amusement! |
Southeast Alaska—The Inside Passage 8 Days
Enjoy the beauty and wildlife of Alaska from the luxury of your own small yacht, M.V. Sikumi. The sheltered waters of the Alaska's Inside Passage, offer the adventurous visitor the best of the Alaskan wilderness: wide sea lanes dotted with uninhabited islands, narrow straits that meander through deep fjords, quiet coves surrounded by snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls, and spectacular tidewater glaciers. Thousands of miles of coastline provide endless opportunities to explore beaches and mountains of several national and state parks. |
Antarctica
Antarctica, The Falklands and South Georgia 23 Days
A 23-day adventure
aboard the Prince Albert II that retraces the routes
of early explorers through remote Sub-Antarctic Islands to the Antarctic
Peninsula. We tour Buenos Aires (tango captial of the planet), then visit the Falkland Islands, South
Georgia Island, the South Shetland Islands, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic
Peninsula. |
Gálapagos Islands
We journey back
in time, to a remote place like no other, for an experience that may
forever change the way you view life on the planet. We hike, swim,
snorkel and meander among birds and animals that have no fear of us,
that return our curiosity as we enter their world. Our "home" is the elegant 141ft. Integrity. Come home renewed! |
We start in Quito, with a tour of the old Colonial town, then head to Galapagos for eight days of exploring Darwin's Islands. Our home is the Reina Silvia, the "Queen of Galapagos yachts." We hike, swim,
snorkel and stroll among birds and animals that have no fear of us. This is like nowhere else on earth! |
Give your Galapagos adventure the royal treatment with a longer stay at the Royal Palm Resort on Santa Cruz Island. We spend two nights at this charming resort and spa in the highlands. During the day, we hike to Tortuga Bay, visit tortoises in the wild, learn at the Darwin Station, and have time to swim or have a massage at the Royal Palm Resort. Then we board the Integrity for a week more of Galapagos discovery. |
Galápagos Birding with WINGS 10 Days
A special collaboration with WINGS Birding Tours. This unique departure is a treat for birders and wildlife enthusiasts. You will have the company of two experts: Galapagos guide extraordinaire Richard Polatty and International birding leader Rich Hoyer. Come see the creatures Darwin did and more—a mind-boggling array of fascinating, fearless birds and other animals. This is a perfect adventure for both birders and their partners who are not so avidly avian. |
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Galápagos and Ecuador
Galápagos with Amazon Jungle 17 Days
Galápagos
with a 5-day/4-night Upper Amazon wildlife and botanical adventure.
You'll see orchids, learn about medicinal plants, and the Achuar Indians
and see or hear hundreds of birds of great variety, caimans, river
dolphins and sloths. You'll even have a chance to swim with piranhas! |
Galápagos with Ecuadorian Countryside 14 Days
A cultural adventure
that includes a 3-day/2-night exploration of the verdant countryside
north of Quito. Visit pre-Incan ruins, lush rose farms and a native
Indian market. Luxuriate for two nights at the Relais et Chateaux
La Mirage, known for fine dining, a lovely spa and excellent service.
Plus nine days in Galapagos! |
Gálapagos and Peru
A 20-day adventure
bringing you to the heights of Machu Picchu and the pleasurable remoteness
of the Galapagos Islands. And without skimping on either! This superb itinerary includes
3 days in Machu Picchu, plus Cuzco, Urubamba Valley, Lima, Quito,
Santa Cruz Island, and an 8-day Galapagos Island cruise. |
Galapagos with Machu Picchu 16 Days
Explore the magic of Machu Picchu and the Urubamba Valley before cruising the Enchanted Isles on our Origins of Species adventure. This 16-day journey begins in Peru with a walking tour of Cuzco, a night in Urubamba Valley and two nights at Machu Picchu. Then it's off to Galapagos! |
Patagonia
Patagonia—The Wild South 16 Days
Tierra del
Fuego, Straits of Magellan,
Argentine Patagonia & Explora Lodge. A 16-day exploration
of wildlife and wild lands in the tip of South America. Cruise the
Straits of Magellan aboard the Via Australis or Mare Australis to
see penguins, dolphins, seabirds, elephant seals and dozens of fjords
and glaciers. Explore the Argentine Patagonia from Los Notros
and trek the Perito Moreno Glacier. Spend 5 days exploring Torres
del Paine, walking, hiking, riding, dining well and luxuriating at
the stunning Explora Lodge. |
Whale watching,
Wildflowers, Buenos Aires, Peninsula Valdes,
Cerro Fitzroy, Torres del Paine & Explora Lodge. Begin in Buenos
Aires, the city that pulsates tango and never sleeps, for culture,
fine dining and dancing. Fly south to the desert of Peninsula Valdes
to see whales, penguins, elephant seals and guanacos. In Patagonia
you'll see spring flowers, Viedma and Perito Moreno Glaciers (mini-trek
and Lost Notros included) and the towering peak of Fitzroy. In Torres
del Paine, after a day's walking or hiking (or soaking in the spa),
you'll dine and sleep well at Explora Lodge for 4-nights. Spring is
a greener time with lots going on. |
Christmas in Patagonia 12 Days
Santiago, Punta
Arenas and Seven Nights at Explora Lodge. This 12-Day adventure
centers on seven nights/eight days at the incomparable Explora Lodge
Patagonia. Explora is situated in the heart of Torres del Paine National
Park, on the shores of Lake Napui. The lodge is our base for hiking,
horseback riding and cycling though this remote, inspiring natural
wonder. When not out and about, Explora offers fine dining, the best
of Chilean wines, spa services and excellent attention to detail.
Remote, elegant and rewarding. |
Charles Darwin in Patagonia 4, 5 or 8 Days
See the Patagonia Darwin Saw. Cruceros Australis and INCA continues the highly successful special Tierra del Fuego cruises in celebration of Charles Darwin. Join author/historian John Woram and other guest lecturers aboard the Via Australis as we cruise the Strait of Magellan, the Beagle Channel and explore some of the places seen by Charles Darwin on his famous Voyage of the Beagle. |
Peru
Peru's rich cultural
history began long before the Incas. Explore the pre-Columbian coastal
cultures of Paracas, Nazca, Ica, Sipan, Chan Chan, Tucume, Chimu,
and Moche. Visit markets and shamans, learn about Peru's Spanish and
African heritage.Then head to the Andes for the Incas: Cuzco, Urubamba
and 3-days/2-nights at Machu Picchu! |
The
mysterious Nazca Lines have puzzled for generations. Come make your
own analysis, over pisco or wine, as you explore Peru's southern coastal
desert. The vast museum collections in Lima will highlight your discoveries.
Then it's off to Cuzco, the Urubamba Valley, and 3-days/2-nights at
Machu Picchu--an INCA exclusive! |
Center of the Inca Universe 11 Days
Unmatched in stonework,
the Incas centered their world in Cuzco and the fertile Urubamba Valley.
Explore past and present, ruins and markets, in Cuzco, Pisac, Chincheros,
Ollantaytambo and more. Visit extensive museum collections in Lima and dine on ceviche. Plus an INCA exclusive 3-days/2-nights at
Machu Picchu. |
Wonders of Machu Picchu 7 Days
Machu Picchu has intrigued generations. Come experience for yourself the magic. With an INCA exclusive 3-days/2-nights at
Machu Picchu, you have time to explore remote corners, contemplate at your own pace and hike (if you choose) with our guide to Huana Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, the Stone Bridge, or the Gate of the Sun. Also visit Cuzco, Sacsayhuaman and the Urubamba Valley. |
Start in Lima,
Cuzco and the Urubamba Valley to be immersed in Inca history and modern
culture (and acclimatize). Head into the pristine, remote Vilcanota
range for a fully-portered 6-day trek over a 15,000' pass by Mt. Salcantay, "the Wild Man," then down into the jungle past orchids,
bromeliads, coffee, bananas and hot springs. We take the train to
Machu Picchu and end our trip with 3-days/2-nights exploring these
amazing ruins. INCA's first and a favorite adventure. |
Cuzco, Machu Picchu,
Lake Titicaca, Colca Canyon and La Ciudad Blanca: Arequipa.
Ancient and modern Peru come together in this adventure. Inca history
in Lima, Cuzco, Urubamba Valley, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca contrasts
with the spectacular Canyon del Colca (far deeper than the Grand Canyon)
and colonial Arequipa, the city build of white limestone in the high
desert at the base of snowcapped Volcan Misti.
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Turkey
Origins of Civilization 19 Days
A 19-day Turkish Adventure, including ruins and artifacts from the Hittites, Greeks, Romans, Lycians, Carians, Seljuks, Ottomans and others. Walk and balloon in Cappadocia, cruise and hike along the Turquoise Coast, and explore and luxuriate in exotic Istanbul at the Four Seasons Hotel. And all the while enjoy INCA's exclusive events and treats. |
A shorter, 14-Day version of our Origins of Civilization itinerary, including a 5-day blue water cruise, great Graeco-Roman ruins and exotic Istanbul. |
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