The Andean Highlands Galpagos Islands

Optional Post-Trip Extension to

Machu Picchu
July 20-25, 2013

July 11-20, 2013

M/Y Isabela II
Home for this voyage is the intimate 40-passenger Yacht Isabela II, offering an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere perfect for exploring the Galpagos. Amenities include kayaks, a glass-bottom boat, Jacuzzi, fitness room, bar, gift shop, natural history library, sundeck and solarium. Wetsuits are available to rent for an additional fee. The dining is excellent, with
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a good mix of continental cuisine and Ecuadorian specialties. The attentive staff and naturalist guides ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment throughout the cruise. All 20 cabins have private bathrooms, small sitting areas and air conditioning. Two of the Classic cabins have a double bed plus accommodation for triple occupancy of a child under 12. The remaining Classic cabins are furnished with twin beds. Yacht Isabela II also has one Master Suite, which offers a larger bed and more spacious layout.

Deck

Lounge

BOAT DECK

Bar CABIN DECK

Exercise room Jacuzzi

Classic Cabin Double

Classic cabin MAIN DECK

Standard cabin

Natural history library

Master cabin

Classic Cabin Twin

Dining Room

Adults Land/Cruise Rates* (per person double occupancy) Classic Suite Master Suite $6,735 $7,525

Teens (12-17 years old

when rooming with an adult)

when rooming with an adult)

Children (under 12 years old

$6,095 $6,945

$5,795 $6,545

The single cabin price is $11,590. (Note: a limited number of singles are available at this price, 2 cabins). There are four triple cabins that can accommodate a child under 12 as the third person.

SAMPLE AIRFARE MIAMI/GUAYAQUIL/MIAMI: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $737*

*As of November 2012 and subject to change.

OPTIONAL POST-TRIP EXTENSION TO MACHU PICCHU . . $2,790 (per person double occupancy)
Single supplement for the extension is $490. The third person sharing the same room on the extension is $200 less. The post-trip extension price is based on a minimum of 10 participants.

Dear Vanderbilt alumni, family and friends: We invite you to join the Vanderbilt Travel Program on an incredible adventure to the Andean Highlands and the Galpagos Islands, July 11-20. 2013. Travelers of all ages will delight in the unforgettable wildlife encounters, white-sand beaches and colonial charm of Ecuador. Savor the palpable culture and history of the Andean Highlands, a breathtaking land of snow-capped mountains, sweeping plains and small artisan villages. Visit indigenous markets where the customs and rhythm of life have changed little over the centuries. In the capital city of Quito, discover the countrys rich pre-Colombian and colonial heritage as you stroll its cobblestone streets. Follow Darwins footsteps in the Galpagos Islands, one of the worlds greatest ecological wonderlands. Few places on earth offer such close access to wildlife or such unique animal diversity. Explore the volcanic islands varied terrain of lava fields, verdant highland vegetation and sandy beaches. Among these spectacular geological features, we encounter Giant Galpagos tortoises, flocks of frigate birds and Blue-footed Boobies, Darwins Finches and Galpagos Penguins, colonies of Marine Iguanas and sea lions, along with other fascinating sea life. Your floating classroom for this voyage is the Yacht Isabela II, an intimate, ideal expedition ship that combines comfortable cruising with several recreational options. Aboard the vessel, a superb staff of local naturalists offers their knowledge and love of the islands. Vanderbilt family programs often sell out quickly, so we urge you to send in your reservation today! Sincerely,
M/Y Isabela II

Native Dress

Carroll Kimball, BA84 President Vanderbilt Alumni Association

Amazing Photo Opportunities

welcome lunch, visit Cuicocha Crater Lake in the Cotacachi-Cayapas Reserve. The lake lies within a large caldera created by a volcanic eruption some 3,100 years ago. A gentle hike around the rim offers wonderful views.
Hacenda Cusn (B,

unique gargoyles, and the impressive gilded interior of the stunning baroque Jesuit church of La Compaa.
Swisstel Quito (B,

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Day 5 Monday July 15

QUITO/GALPAGOS ISLANDS

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Day 3 Saturday, July 13

OTAVALO

Church, Quito

Itinerary
Day 1 Thursday, July 11
USA/ QUITO

Depart the U.S. on a flight for Quito, Ecuador. Arguably the most beautiful city in South America, Quito is nestled in a high Andean valley 9,350 feet above sea level and just 14 miles south of the equator. The cobblestone streets of colonial Quito with its whitewashed walls, heavy wooden doors and gold gilded church interiors echo with history. Due to the citys preservation of its blended past, Quito was declared the first Cultural World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1978. Swisstel Quito

We spend the morning at South Americas most famous indigenous market, Otavalo, a market which dates back to pre-Inca times and where colorful handicrafts are on display. Meander through the open-air markets narrow cobblestone streets alongside Otavalo Indian men with long braided hair, blue ponchos and white trousers, and women with the distinctive gold beads around their neck and dark headdress. Lunch is at the historic Hacienda Pinsaqu. Built in 1790, the restored colonial hacienda once hosted such illustrious guests as Simn Bolvar, who often stayed here on his way to and from Bogot. Later, choose to visit the Condor Park at the summit of Curiloma, a magical place home to the majestic Andean Condor, or saddle-up for a horseback ride amongst the beauty of the Ecuadorian highlands.
Hacenda Cusn (B,

Fly from Quito to Baltra Island in the center of the Galpagos archipelago. Upon arrival, visit a tortoise reserve in the Highlands of Santa Cruz. After lunch, tour the Charles Darwin Research Station, staffed by international scientists. Their research and conservation projects include rearing and breeding giant tortoises. Stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora, the largest town in the islands with a population of about 8,000, before embarking the M/Y Isabela II, your floating home for the next four nights.
Isabela II (B,

L, D)

Day 6 Tuesday, July 16

SANTA FE and SOUTH PLAZA ISLANDS

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Day 4 Sunday, July 14

OTAVALO/ QUITO

After breakfast, return to Quito. Enjoy a city tour of the wonderfully preserved colonial section, including the graceful plazas and arcades, the Cathedrals

This morning, watch as sea lion bulls vie for dominance of the many harems on Santa Fes white, sandy beaches. Hike, snorkel, kayak or swim while spotting a number of endemic species, such as the Galpagos hawk, the massive land iguana and the Galpagos Mockingbird. In the afternoon, disembark on South Plaza Island, one of the smallest yet richest islands in the archipelago. On its cliffs, swallow-tailed gulls nest and masked and blue-footed boobies ride the thermals. Explore its black lava

Day 2 Friday, July 12

QUITO & OTAVALO

From Quito, well drive north through dramatic mountain scenery and spectacular views towards the town of Otavalo in the northern Sierra. Visit the Equatorial Monument, marking the spot that the French Geodesic Mission determined was the latitudinal center of the earth in 1736. Later, sample the town of Cayambes famous bizcochos, delicious traditional biscuits. After a

Hacienda Pinsaqui

Horses in the Highlands

Giant Galpagos Tortoise

Sea Lion Pup

Blue-footed Booby

shoreline speckled with bright orange Sally Lightfoot crabs and marine iguanas. Isabela II (B, L, D)

while its brackish lagoons are the feeding grounds for various wading birds, including flamingos.
Isabela II (B,

Day 9 Friday, July 19

BALTRA ISLAND/ GUAYAQUIL/USA

Day 7 Wednesday, July 17

NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND and LAS BACHAS

L, D)

Day 8 Thursday, July 18

BARTOLOM ISLAND and SULLIVAN BAY

This morning, walk the trails on North Seymour, one of the few uplifted islands in the Galpagos. Its interior shelters a plethora of birdlife, including blue-footed boobies, magnificent frigate birds and swallowtail gulls. Snorkel alongside the cliffs to view outstanding marine life. After lunch, visit a white sand beach on Santa Cruz Island that is ideal for swimming. Locals named it Las Bachas, a pronunciation of barges, for the US military ships that were beached and abandoned here after WWII. Today, the island is an important nesting ground for the east Pacific green sea turtle,

Disembark at Bartolom Island and hike to its summit for a superb view of Pinnacle Rock, Sullivan Bay and the immense lava fields of nearby James Island. Take a glass-bottom boat ride for a unique perspective of the underwater world. Near Pinnacle Rock, we may see Galpagos penguins, the only penguins found north of the equator. In the afternoon, travel by Zodiac to Sullivan Bay on James (Santiago) Island. Walk over black lava that flowed less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to learn about the volcanic origin of the islands, ecological succession and the impact of introduced species. Isabela II (B, L, D)

After breakfast, disembark the Isabela II for the final time and join your flight back to the mainland. Gather tonight for a festive farewell dinner in Guayaquil, a vibrant metropolis on the Guayas River delta. Flights to Miami now depart only in the late evening. Passengers will have use of hotel room up until time for transfer. Passengers on flights to JFK directly and taking the post-trip extension to Machu Picchu will stay overnight in Guayaquil in which case breakfast is included for the next morning. Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Hotel (B,

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Day 10 Saturday, July 20

USA

Arrive back in the U.S. and transfer to your flights back home.

Male Magnificent Frigatebird

Bartolome Island

Optional Post-Trip Extension

Machu Picchu
July 20-25, 2013
Discover the breathtaking Lost City of the Inca, Machu Picchu. After our arrival in Lima, we will fly the next morning to Cusco, the capital city of the Inca Empire. From here well transfer to the lovely town of Yucay in Urubamba Valley. We will overnight in Yucay, which is located at a lower elevation, to allow for an easier acclimatization. On our journey to Yucay, well explore the massive fortress of Sacsayhuamn among other sites. In the afternoon, well stop at the colorful native market in Pisac. The next day a dramatic train ride through the Urubamba Valley takes us to the enchanting and mystical site of Machu Picchu where well overnight at the MAPI hotel. On our return we spend two nights in Cusco, where well absorb a colorful mix of past and present. This five-night, six-day pre-tour extension

(one night in Lima at the Ramada airport hotel and four nights in the highlands) includes first-class accommodations; all excursions; five breakfasts, three lunches and three dinners; air transportation Lima/ Cusco and Cusco/Lima; airport taxes; airport-to-hotel transfers; and the services of a Peruvian guide. Airfare from Guayaquil to Lima is not included.

Terms and Conditions

PROGRAM COST INCLUDES:

Internal roundtrip airfare to the Galpagos (Quito/ Galpagos/ Guayaquil); all accommodations as specified in the itinerary use a 5-star hotel in Guayaquil; a four-night cruise aboard the deluxe M/Y Yacht Isabela II; airport/hotel/pier group transfers; all meals throughout the Galpagos cruise and on the mainland as specified in the itinerary, Galpagos National Park entrance fee; professional English-speaking guides throughout; taxes, service and porterage charges; basic land gratuities to guides and drivers; leadership; coordination and administration.
PROGRAM COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: International airfare

such as wetsuit rental, laundry, fax or telephone calls; alcoholic beverages, dishes or beverages not included with meals; room service; passport fees; individual transfers; medical expenses, travel insurance, optional extension or deviations from the scheduled tour. Any increases in the in-tour airfare (included as part of the program cost), airport taxes, security, or fuel surcharges imposed after the initial pricing of this program are not included. Tip to tour director is at the passengers discretion.
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of receipt. Final payment is due April 2, 2013 and must be paid by check. Royal Adventures CST #2009579-40.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS: All cancellations must be made in writing. Refunds, less a cancellation fee of $400 per person, are made if we are notified in writing on or before April 2, 2013. No refunds will be made after April 2, 2013. There are no refunds for unused meals, accommodations, or other trip features. TRAVEL INSURANCE:

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Cary Allyn, Vanderbilt Travel Program, (615) 322-3673 or cary.allyn@vanderbilt.edu or Eric Hollman, Royal Adventures (925) 820-6260 or 1-800-453-4754.

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Reservation Form
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The Andean Highlands Galpagos July 11 - 20, 2013 Islands

What To Expect
This exclusive program is designed for Vanderbilt alumni, family, children and friends to explore the natural and cultural histories of Ecuador and the Galpagos Islands. In the Andean Highlands, activities include gentle hikes and visits to cultural and historical sites, along with the opportunity for horseback riding. Although only 22 miles from the equator, Quito has a spring-like climate for most of the year due to its high altitude (9,252 feet). Travel is during the dry season, when temperatures range from the 50s F at night to the high 70s F during the day. In the Galpagos, walks are approximately one to two miles long (sometimes over uneven and rocky terrain) at a leisurely pace suitable for wildlife observation. There will be wet landings on many islands. Dinghy rides along the coast and shorter walks are available for participants as an alternative to longer and more challenging excursions. Daily activities vary, but Sullivan Bay include opportunities Santiago Island Bartolom Island for kayaking, swimming (James) Sombrero and snorkeling, and Seymore Island Chino Islet talks by local naturalist Las Bachas Beach guides. The GalpaBaltra Island gos Islands are at sea South Plaza Islands level and temperatures Santa Cruz Island Charles Darwin range between the 70s Puerto Research Station Ayora and 90s F. The average water temperature in June is 73 F. Travel Santa Fe Island on this program is by regularly scheduled commercial airlines, to allow for an easier acclimatizamotor coach, air-conditioned ship, tion when we travel to the Andean and Zodiac-style dinghies. This is a Espaol Island highlands by overnighting in the moderately active program. Urubamba Valley at approximately The Post-Trip Machu Picchu optional extension is a moderately active program. Throughout Andean cities, temperatures range from 30 40 F at night to 60 75 during the day, and well spend several days at elevations from 7,600 to 11,200 feet. The Machu Picchu extension has been designed
Genovesa Island

GALPAGOS Islands

8,000 feet. We continue to Machu Picchu at 7,600 feet, leaving Cusco for the end when you have had a chance to get acclimatized. There is significant stair and step climbing at the ruins. Lima, the capital city of Peru, is at sea level.