Galapagos Holidays

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email: info@galapagosholidays.com 

Hello friends!

After a slow start to the year, it looks like things are finally starting to return to normal and people are back to planning their next vacations. Whether you happen to be planning a visit to South America again on your next trip or sometime in the future, we hope you will find some ideas and inspirations from our newsletters and web site. In this edition of InTouch Traveller:

  • Argentina: Golf Holidays - a new travel option
  • Galapagos Islands: New Years Cruise on Isabela II
  • Peru: Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
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Golf Holidays in Argentina

Golf is a sport with of a lot of history and tradition in Argentina, so it should come as no surprise that golf holidays are garnering more and more interest.    Argentina has an excellent golf infrastructure with more than 300 golf courses and 20 new ones currently under construction, including a number of courses designed by big names players such as Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman and others.

Our classic golf programs include golfing at the top 25 courses in Argentina, which are located in the 5 main golf destinations of the country: Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata, Cordoba, Mendoza and Patagonia.  Each course offers players a different challenge level and range of landscapes, from mountains and lakes to hills or the plain of the humid prairie.  Some of the most picturesque courses are those in Patagonia, a definite must for a golfer visiting Argentina.
Golfers can expect an average round to take 4 1/2 hours, depending on the course and skill level.  This makes it possible to combine golf with short sightseeing trips, relaxation, visits to the spa or even another round. 

Whether you are looking for a full golf tour or just a few days of golfing in between sightseeing let Galapagos Holidays arrange your next golf tour.

We also work with golf groups, so if your club is interested in putting together a group tour, ask them to contact us.

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New Years in the Galapagos Islands

Are you still looking for somewhere to spend this Christmas or New Years? 

We still have two cabins available on the deluxe Isabela II.   The full package, which includes a city tour of Quito and a full day in the Otavalo region, departs December 26-January 06.
Rate: US$ 5705

We can also plan Christmas and New Years holidays in other destinations in South America. Contact us today.

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The Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
If you’ve always wanted to hike Peru’s famous Inca Trail, but do not have the time or energy for the 4 day trek, consider our 2 day/1 night program.  This trek, which starts at Km104 on the Cusco-Machu Picchu railway line, involves 6-7 hours trekking on the first day.  You would be joining the classic 4 day trek at the impressive archaeological site of Wiñaywayna before continuing to the famous Sun Gate.  On Day 2, you have the day to explore the citadel before returning to Cusco by train.  During this trek you will cover 13 km.  The hiking is rated Moderate. 

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Did you know?

Most people are familiar with South America's largest festival - Carnival.  However, did you know that the second largest festival is Inti Raymi held in Peru?  In late June, hundreds of thousands of people converge on Cuzco from other parts of the nation, South America and the world for a week long celebration marking the beginning of a new year, the Inti Raymi, the Festival of the Sun.  Every day visitors will find events such as daytime expositions, street fairs, and people dancing in the streets. In the evenings, live music performed by the best Peruvian musical groups draws the crowds to the Plaza de Armas for free concerts.  The centerpiece of the festival is the all-day celebration on June 24, where the processions begin in Cusco at Koricancha and make their way to Sacsayhuamán , where large crowds await the arrival.  To experience Inti Raymi, we recommend booking well in advance as accommodations fill up quickly.
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We look forward to serving you again when South America is in your travel plans. Let our South America Travel Specialists arrange your next unforgettable holiday adventure to undiscovered worlds that soon await you.

Thank you for recommending Galapagos Holidays to your friends!

Contact us today:

Galapagos Holidays
311-14 Prince Arthur Avenue
Toronto, ON  M5R 1A9

Toll Free: 1-800-661-2512
Tel: (416) 413-9090 (Toronto)
Email: info@galapagosholidays.com

Or visit us online at 

www.galapagosholidays.com