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1 Detailed Itinerary Galapagos & ECUADOR In Darwin s Footsteps - onboard the Legend Nov 23/17 Emperor Marine iguana. penguins Photo: Klein Tours Exchange a curious glance with a blue-footed boobie, admire stunning tri-colored marine iguanas and watch the ever-playful sea lions frolic in the surf. The non-preditorial environment of Darwin s Galapagos has created a non-threatening, relaxed and magical connection with wildlife unlike any other on earth. Our 11-day Galapagos adventure starts and finishes in the colonial capital of Quito, nestled in the Andes. Enjoy a scenic city tour, taking in the sites and sounds and admiring the colonial architecture. The short flight to Baltra delivers us to our comfortable expedition ship. Watch for dolphins riding the bow, like oceanic messengers taking us to our next equatorial volcanic island, each with its unique endemic species perfectly adapted to its environment. Pink flamingos, Galapagos penguins, giant tortoises and a myriad of birdlife, including the fish-stealing frigate and the enormous albatross, are just some of the wildlife we encounter during our naturalist guided adventure. Facts & Highlights 11 days Small ship cruising Start, finish in Quito, Ecuador All meals on ship included Land portion includes breakfasts Includes 2 internal flights Visit Charles Darwin Research Station Search for unique wildlife including: blue-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins and giant tortoises, tri-colored marine iguanas Swimming and snorkeling Enjoy island excursions led by naturalists Explore colonial Quito Departure Dates & PRICES Departs every Friday & Monday year round on Legend. Prices start from: $5620 USD See page 2 for complete pricing. Activity Level: 3 Comfort Level: 5 days over 9,000 ft. Sea can be rough when crossing to the western islands. Zodiac landings required. Acommodations 7 nights based on either shared or single on ship in Galapagos (all cabins have private bathrooms.) On land, single accomodations with private bathrooms. US/CAN UK INTL

2 Cool off with a refreshing ocean dip, or snorkel with stingrays and view the fantastic underwater world of sea turtles, dolphins, florescent tropical fish and colorful coral gardens, before departing for your next evolutionary marvel. Few Galapagos journeys include the seldom-visited western islands. ElderTreks Galapagos adventure does include this hard-to-get-to region, making our trip unique and remote, and providing a Darwinian experience second-to-none. Combines with some Peru, Patagonia, Hidden Treasures of South America departures, Amazon Rainforest, Lodge to Lodge trekking and Machu Picchu extensions. Please note: Departure dates are not exclusive to ElderTreks. You may be joined by other international passengers. Boat itinerary subject to change. This is not an ElderTreks operated tour. As such, participants on this tour are not exclusive Elder- Treks clients and it may not adhere to ElderTreks maximum size restrictions of our tours Departure Dates & PRICES Departs every Saturday & Tuesday year round on Legend. Low Seasons: Jan 06 - Dec 17 Double Rate or Single-Shared, from: Standard Plus Cabin: Junior Cabin: $5620 USD $6220 USD Single Rate - Non-Shared, from: Standard Plus Cabin: $8175 USD Junior Cabin: $9075 USD High Seasons: Jan 01-05, Dec 18 - Dec 31 Double Rate or Single-Shared, from: Standard Plus Cabin: $5835 USD Junior Cabin: $6465 USD Single Rate - Non-Shared, from: Standard Plus Cabin: $8495 USD Junior Cabin: $9445 USD Prices include Galapagos airfare, (approx. $400 USD), National Park Fee: $100 USD, Transit Control Fee $10 USD. Ecuador departure tax: approx $57 pp is not included. Prices subject to change. 2

3 ElderTreks 11 Day Ecuador and Galapagos Tour - Combination options Our Ecuador and Galapagos tour is made up of two distinct parts. The first is the land portion in Ecuador, while the second part is the Galapagos Islands. Within the Galapagos portion of the tour, there are four unique routes. Of these four routes you may select your favorite two, consecutive ones to create your departure. Choose your route using the information below. The dates listed are Day 1 of the tour, starting in Ecuador: - Land Portion + A + B : Jan 06, 20, Feb 03, 17, Mar 03, 17, 31, Apr 14, 28, May 12, 26, Jun 09, 23, Jul 07, 21, Aug 04, 18, Sep 01, 15, 29, Oct 13, 27, Nov 10, 24, Dec 08, 22 - Land Portion + B + C : Jan 09, 23, Feb 06, 20, Mar 06, 20, Apr 03, 17, May 01, 15, 29, Jun 12, 26, Jul 10, 24, Aug 07, 21, Sep 04, 18, Oct 02, 16, 30, Nov 13, 27, Dec 11, 25 - Land Portion + C + D : Jan 13, 27, Feb 10, 24, Mar 10, 24, Apr 07, 21, May 05, 19, Jun 02, 16, 30, Jul 14, 28, Aug 11, 25, Sep 08, 22, Oct 06, 20, Nov 03, 17, Dec 01, 15, 29 - Land Portion + D + A : Jan 02, 16, 30, Feb 13, 27, Mar 13, 27, Apr 10, 24, May 08, 22, Jun 05, 19, Jul 03, 17, 31, Aug 14, 28, Sep 11, 25, Oct 09, 23, Nov 06, 20, Dec 04, 18 Land And Air Portion - Days 1-3 (and Return Flight) galapagos ECUADOR Quito ndina rabida baltra santa plazas isabela cruz +2 Consecutive Sea Routes bartolome santiago baltra santa plazas cruz baltra santa plazas cruz san cristobal santa fe A D floreana espanola fernandina isabela santiago rabida equator baltra santa cruz B C equator baltra santa plazas cruz santa fe san cristobal floreana 3 espanola

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5 ECUADOR Quito Land Portion - Days 1-3 Day 1 Arrive in Quito You will be met on arrival at Quito Airport and transfered to our Quito hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Quito. Day 2 quito City Tour Explore the bustling streets and squares of the largest historical centre in the Americas. On our tour we visit some of its most important churches such as the majestic La Compañía (Society of Jesus Church) and iconic San Francisco, guardians of a stunning multiethnic artistic and cultural heritage. Drive through the traditional neighborhood of San Juan. Finish the tour at the Panecillo hillside with its breathtaking views of the old and modern city. Overnight in Quito. Day 3 Fly to Galapagos Islands This morning you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island where we are greeted by our Galapagos guides. Upon arrival we take a ten minute bus drive to the pier to board the M/Y Legend. Please Note: Day 3 involves the morning flights plus the afternoon activities on the first day of your chosen route option (see options on page 3). On your second sea portion, Day 1 will include both the morning and afternoon activities. bartolome santiago Galapagos Route A 4 days / 3 nights Monday Highlands Pit Craters (Santa Cruz) AM: (A + B) Arrival Flights baltra santa plazas cruz santa fe PM: Dry landing. A 45-minute bus ride will take us to the Santa Cruz highlands, located to the northwest of Puerto Ayora, where we will find a natural reserve with giant tortoises. These enormous and slow-moving reptiles are responsible for the island s name and therefore approaching them in their humid and forested abode is always an inspiring adventure. They can weigh between 250 and 300 kg and can live up to years. Additionally, travelers can walk inside surprising lava tubes; we also visit Pit Craters created from the collapse of surface materials into chamber fissures underground. It s a great place to spot Vermilion Flycatcher as we walk inside an endemic Scalesia forest. Tuesday Egas Port / Salt Mines (Santiago), Bartolomé AM: Wet landing on a beach of black volcanic sand, visited by Darwin in The first section of the trail is comprised of volcanic ash (eroded 5

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7 tuff) and the other half of partially uneven terrain is comprised of volcanic basaltic rock lounging the shoreline. The unique, truly striking layered terrain of Santiago s shores is home to a variety of resident and migrant birds, including the bizarre Yellowcrowned Night Heron and an astounding array of marine wildlife including lobster, starfish and marine iguanas grazing on algae beds alongside Sally Lightfoot Crabs. Colonies of endemic fur seals swimming in cool water pools formed by volcanic rocks are also a highlight. PM: Dry or wet landing. We discover a fascinating moonscape formed by different volcanic parasitic cones lava bombs, spatter, cinder cones as we hike to the summit for impressive views of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone Pinnacle Rock. We also encounter marine iguanas, lava lizards and blue-footed boobies. Beach time is a great opportunity to snorkel and see (perhaps swim with) Galapagos Penguins, sea turtles and White-tipped Reef Sharks among a great variety of colorful fish. For many visitors, this may turn out to be the best of snorkeling experiences; the water here is generally clear, without too much surf and full of marine life. Due to its geographical location, the lack of vegetation is immediately noticeable. Pioneer plants are observed, so called because they are the first to establish roots on new ground. They include Tiquilia nesiotica (which is endemic to the island) and Chamaesyce (known as sand mat or spurge in English), lava cactus and Scalesia bushes. Behind the beach we have dunes covered by mangroves. Wednesday Dragon Hill (Santa Cruz), North Seymour AM: Dry landing. We walk by a brackish lagoon where feeding flamingoes can be occasionally found. The trail leads across typical dry zone vegetation up to Dragon Hill, an important nesting ground for endemic land iguanas, offering lovely views of the anchorage and neighboring islands. The forest is home to mockingbirds, Darwin s finches, Yellow Warblers and Galapagos Doves. PM: Dry landing. This is perhaps one of the busiest tourist destinations on the archipelago. Off of Baltra Island (where the airport is located) and not far from Santa Cruz, North Seymour is the most accessible for day trips out of Santa Cruz s main port, Puerto Ayora. An approximately two hour walk amidst large nesting colonies of blue-footed boobies, magnificent and great frigatebirds and swallow-tailed gulls for an in depth encounter with sea bird breeding cycles, as well as sea lions. You will also encounter sea lions, land iguanas and on a lucky day, you might even come across a Galapagos Snake. Thursday Ballena Bay / Eden Islet (Santa Cruz) AM: For those doing Combination D + A, you will be flying back to Quito this morning. See Day 10 on Page 14. 7

8 fernandina isabela santiago rabida Galapagos Route B 5 days / 4 nights Thursday Black Turtle Cove AM: (B + C) Arrival Flights equator baltra santa cruz PM: On the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, accessible only by sea where four species of mangrove crowd from the shore out into the lagoon, turtle enjoy swimming in the calm waters, peeking their heads above the surface while fish, rays and small sharks circle below. White-tipped reef sharks can be seen beneath the boat, sea birds, including pelicans, herons and egrets, all feed in the cove. This cove has been declared as a Turtle Sanctuary. Friday Sullivan Bay (Santiago), Rabida AM: Wet landing. This visitor site located at the southeastern portion of Santiago Island, and of important geologic interest, features extensive lava flows believed to have been formed during the last quarter of the 19th century. PM: Wet landing. Dark-red sand covers these unique beaches with incredible landscape; Rábida is considered the epicenter of the Galapagos Islands due to the diversity of its volcanic geology. Nesting Brown Pelicans are found from July through September and nine species of the famous Darwin s finches can be seen. We will also take a dinghy ride along cliffs to observe nesting seabirds and snorkel off the coast, where marine life is particularly active. Saturday Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove (Isabela) AM: Wet landing on a volcanic black beach. Depending on the season, we may find giant tortoises, land iguanas and the unusual Flightless Cormorant. After a short walk inland, snorkeling time is allotted, giving you yet another chance to swim with sea turtles, sea lions and countless tropical fish. Urbina Bay features a wide variety of plant life that changes depending on the season. We can observe the beautiful colors of plants that attract different insects, birds and reptiles. We will explore the uplifted coral reef that resulted from 1954 volcanic activity, with a spectacular view of Alcedo Volcano. PM: Dry landing on Galapagos largest island where we will learn about the eruption of the five volcanoes that form it. The trail leads to Darwin s salt-water crater lake and excellent views of lava fields and volcanic formations. We will return by the same path for a dinghy ride along a shoreline full of marine wildlife, where we will admire a variety of seabirds, such as Bluefooted Booby, Brown Noddy, terns, Flightless Cormorant and depending on the season, a large number of Galapagos Penguins which are only 35 cm. tall; the only penguin species in the world to extend its range into the northern hemisphere along the equator. They are monogamous and lay their eggs in small cracks of lava, on the lower parts of the island near the shoreline not reached by the ocean waves.

9 The population of penguins on the islands is about 2,000 individuals, most of which live on this western portion of Isabela; others are scattered further south on the island. We will have an opportunity to snorkel in deep water. Graffiti believed to have been left by19th-century pirates is a curious reminder of an intriguing past. Sunday Espinosa Point (Fernandina), Vicente Roca Point (Isabela) AM: Dry landing. Espinosa Point is the only spot that we visit on Fernandina and from it we can see the island of Isabela across the Bolívar Channel, an area that boasts some of the highest diversity of endemic sea fauna in the Galapagos. The largest, most primitive-looking race of marine iguanas are found mingling with sea lions and Sally Lightfoot Crabs; a wonderful opportunity to encounter Flightless Cormorants at their nesting sites, Galapagos Penguins and the King of predators on the Islands, the Galapagos Hawk. Pa-hoe-hoe and AA lava formations cover the majority of the terrain. Vegetation is thus scarce inland, but we encounter Brachycereus cacti and extensive mangrove beds lining the shores. PM: Great deep-water snorkeling at one of the richest marine havens on Earth (Bolívar Channel). We take a dinghy ride along the coast to observe 9

10 a great diversity of sea and coastal birds; Nazca and blue-footed boobies, noddies, brown pelicans, penguins, flightless cormorants. The upwelling of coldwater currents in this part of the Galapagos gives rise to an abundance of marine life. monday Highlands (Santa Cruz) AM: Dry landing. A 45-minute bus ride will take us to the Santa Cruz highlands, located to the northwest of Puerto Ayora, where we will find a natural reserve with giant tortoises. These enormous and slow-moving reptiles are responsible for the island s name and therefore approaching them in their humid and forested abode is always an inspiring adventure. They can weigh between 250 and 300 kg and can live up to years. PM: For those doing Combination A + B, you will be flying back to Quito this afternoon. See Day 10 on Page 14. baltra santa plazas cruz santa fe Galapagos Route C 4 days / 3 nights monday Mosquera Islet AM: (C + D) Arrival Flights san cristobal PM: Wet Landing, Mosquera Islet is located between North Seymour and Baltra Islands, this flat, sandy island has a large colony of sea lions. It is also an excellent site for observing shorebirds such as herons and Lava Gulls. There is no trail on Mosquera Island, so any visitor can enjoy an open area. Most of the islet is covered with sand and barren lava rock. Very little sesuvium portulacastrum grows on the sand. Tuesday South Plaza (Plazas Island), Santa Fe AM: Dry landing on the northern part of the Islet. The walk begins with an impressive cactus forest surrounded by land and marine iguanas; as we reach its highest point, be on the lookout for tropicbirds, a Nazca and blue-footed boobies & swallow-tailed gulls. In South Plaza there is a large colony of the smaller sized land iguanas. The population is approximately 300 individuals. They feed on all kinds of vegetation, but during the dry season survive on the fruits and flowers of Opuntia cacti. Due to their proximit with marine iguanas, this is the only place on Earth where we will find the Galapagos hybrid iguana. PM: Wet landing on a white sand beach surrounded by a sea lion colony; we continue walking through an endemic cactus forest as we search for the endemic Santa Fe land iguana, the largest in the islands and distinctively paler. This island is home to a number of endemic species including the Galapagos Hawk, Galapagos Snake, a variety of finches and one of the four species of Galapagos mockingbirds. Deep-water snorkeling. Wednesday Pitt Point / Pitt Islet, Cerro Brujo (San Cristóbal) AM: Wet landing followed by a high intensity hike on rocky terrain. The trail includes an olivine beach of 90 meters long and a path that climbs to the

11 top of a volcanic tuff, through several magnificent viewpoints. This is probably the only site where the three booby species of the Galapagos can be seen together, as well as two species of frigatebirds and a sea lion colony; it is also excellent for dinghy rides and snorkeling, where a good range of sea birds can be observed. PM: Wet landing. Cerro Brujo is an eroding tuff cone* that at several locations is composed of AA lava formations and a beautiful white sand beach, great for snorkeling and sunbathing. We visit a lagoon where migratory bird species can be seen: Black-necked Stilts, Ruddy Turnstones, Whimbrels, other sandpiper species and White-cheeked Pintails. Cerro Brujo offers beautiful views of Kicker Rock, the southern part of San Cristobal and the adjacent coast. Thursday Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve (San Cristóbal) AM: Dry landing in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Passengers visit the San Cristóbal giant tortoise Breeding Center to learn about the National Park s conservation programs. Enjoy a beautiful landscape on the way to the Reserve. Passengers will also have the opportunity to visit the port village, have a drink or shop for arts and crafts and other souvenirs. PM: For those doing Combination B + C, you will be flying back to Quito this afternoon. See Day 10 on Page 14. floreana baltra santa plazas cruz Galapagos Route D 5 days / 4 nights Thursday Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill (San Cristóbal) AM: (D + A) Arrival Flights espanola san cristobal PM: Dry landing in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, capital of the Galapagos Islands. Passengers visit the Interpretation Center, an excellent place to learn about Natural History in the Galapagos. The Museum of Natural History displays information on the volcanic origins of the islands, their remoteness 11

12 from the continent, ocean currents, climate, the arrival of the different species and their colonization, among other points of interest. The human history is also showcased, chronologically narrating the most significant events related to the discovery and colonization of the islands. Friday Gardner Bay, Gardner & Osborn islets, Suárez Point (Española) AM: Wet landing on a beautiful white coral sand beach guarded by a colony of sea lions. There are no trails, so we stay along the shore where we can spot Galapagos hawks, American Oystercatchers, Galapagos Ground Doves, Hood mockingbirds, Yellow Warblers, lava lizards, marine iguanas and three species of Darwin s finches: a subspecies (Geospiza fuliginosa) of the Large Cactus Finch, which is similar to the large ground finch, the Small Ground Finch (Geospiza fuliginosa) and the Warbler Finch (Certhidea Olivacea), another endemic subspecies. Swimming and snorkeling offer a great variety of Galapagos marine wildlife: king angelfish, Creole fish, damsel fish, parrotfish, manta rays and white-tipped reef sharks. PM: Dry landing. An island of geological interest, we explore volcanic formations and a riveting wildlife: large sea lion colonies and seabirds including Española mockingbird, Nazca Boobies and the spectacular Red-billed Tropicbird. You will also encounter marine iguanas, lava lizards, and the colorful Sally Lightfoot Crabs. A somewhat lengthy hike will bring you among Nazca and Blue-footed Boobies, right up to nesting grounds that sometimes overlap the trail. Other birding favorites include Galapagos Dove, Galapagos Hawk, Swallow-tailed Gulls and the world s largest colony of Waved Albatross, an unequivocal highlight during mating season (May-December). Admire the island s dramatic backdrop, featuring the famous Soplador, a seaward blowhole that shoots water some 23 m. (75 ft.) in the air.

13 Saturday Post Office, Cormorant Point, Devil s Crown, Champion (Floreana) AM: Wet landing. Located on the north side of Floreana, the bay is so-named because in 1793 Captain James Colnett installed a wooden barrel which served as an informal post office for sailors passing through, who would take letters with them to their destinations. Today, our visitors continue the tradition by placing unstamped postcards inside the barrel that should reach their destinations for free. It can take weeks, months, even years, not arrive at all or even arrive before you! We may also encounter Darwin s finches, Yellow Warbler and lava lizards. Great snorkeling opportunities with Green Pacific Sea Turtles as well, this island is best known for its endemic vegetation: Scalesia villosa, Lecocarpus pinnatifidus, and Galapagos milkwort. Snorkelers can practice on the main beach among playful sea lions. PM: Wet landing, on an olivine green sand beach. We hike from the black mangrove beds to a brackish lagoon, which usually holds one of the largest flamingo populations in the Galapagos. This island features some endemic plants such as Scalesia villosa, white and black mangrove and holy stick. The trail continues to a beautiful white-sand beach, one of the most important nesting sites of Green Pacific Sea Turtles. It is important to avoid walking in the water due to the Sting Rays that may be hiding in the sand, which can be dangerous if accidentally stepped on. From the beach one can spot sea turtles, Blue-footed Boobies plunging into the water and small reef sharks floating along the shoreline in search of food. to swim or snorkel amongst sea turtles, reef fish, sea lions and, on a good day, white-tipped reef sharks. A small colony of penguins resides on Floreana and can sometimes be observed as well. Sunday Highlands, Fausto Llerena Breeding Center - Charles Darwin Station (Santa Cruz) AM: Dry landing. A 45-minute bus ride will take us to the Santa Cruz highlands, located to the northwest of Puerto Ayora, where we will find a natural reserve with giant tortoises. These enormous and slow-moving reptiles are responsible for the island s name and therefore approaching them in their humid and forested abode is always an inspiring adventure. They can weigh between 250 and 300 kg and can live up to years. Additionally, travelers can walk inside surprising lava tubes. PM: Dry landing. We visit the Station where the Galapagos giant tortoise breeding program takes place as part of our efforts to preserve the fragile Galapagos environment and where the famous Lonesome George (the last surviving specimen of its species) lived for decades. Admire a prickly-pear cactus forest and a variety of Darwin s finches and other land birds. The Darwin Station also works providing environmental education to communities and schools within the islands and to tourists visiting the Galapagos Islands. You will also have some free time to visit the town and shop for souvenirs. This coral-sand beach marks the end of our trail and we head back to the olivine beach we landed on 13

14 Monday Daphne AM: We circumnavigate the islet of Daphne, an eroded tuff cone formation* that was created by successive volcanic activity, for an opportunity to see Darwin s finches, Blue-footed Boobies, Nazca Boobies, Red-billed Tropicbirds, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Brown Noddies. PM: For those doing Combination C + D you will be flying back to Quito this afternoon. See Day 10 on page 14. PM: (D + A) Highlands Pit Craters (Santa Cruz), see page 5. Day 10 Depart for Quito After the events of your final itinerary day in the Galapagos (as in the above itineraries) we will depart the Galapagos and take our short flight to Quito where, depending on your route you will have free time to enjoy Quito. Overnight in Quito. Day 11 Depart quito Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. 14

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16 Legend Technical Specifications Category: High-end luxury cruise ship Length: 300 ft (91 mts) Decks: 5 Number of Passengers: 90 Crew: 55 Guides: 6 multilingual naturalists Speed: knots 16

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18 Questions & Answers 1. How big are the groups? The maximum number of travelers on the Legend is 100. While ElderTreks does have published departure dates, please note that the group size is not limited to 16 travelers and you may be joined by other international passengers of various ages. 2. What is included in the tour price? All accommodations throughout; all meals on board the ship and breakfast on Ecuador land section; services of an English-speaking naturalist guide; and airport transfers in Baltra. Please note that the flights from Quito/Galapagos return are included in the tour price. 3. Are these educational tours? Yes, we plan to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, and go on daily naturalist-guided hikes on the islands, learning about and experiencing the unique life forms endemic of the Galapagos as well as experiencing the cultural delights of Quito and the stunning countryside around Otovalo. 4. How do we travel during the tour? Tours and transfers are in air conditioned vehicles. We travel on the comfortable 36- passenger motor yacht Coral I, 20-passenger Coral II with spacious sun decks and social areas or the 100-passenger Legend. We also travel by Zodiac water craft and have dry and wet landings depending on the shore. Both yachts have recently been refurbished and upgraded to deluxe standards. Cabins have portholes, upgrade cabins located on on the upper deck have windows. Although not large, all cabins contain superior amenities found only in upscale motor yachts. They are fully air-conditioned and have private bathrooms with showers. Quito tours and transfers are by car or minibus. 5. What are our accommodations like? On board, all the cabins contain two lower berths, air conditioning and private bathrooms. Hotels rooms are comfortable with private bathrooms. 6. What about the weather? The temperature can reach a peak of 85 F in March April, and can reach a low of 60 F in June July. Overall, the Galapagos climate is warm, however, cold air currents in the dry season, July December, can create cooler temperatures. Moderate rainfall occurs between January March. Temperatures in Quito are cooler due to its altitude at 2850 meters/9350 feet. 7. When is payment due? A non-refundable deposit of $1250 of your tour cost (plus insurance if you require it) is due at time of booking and will reserve your place on the tour. Payment of the full tour price is due 120 days before departure. Cancellation charges are applicable and are outlined in the Terms and Conditions section of our brochure, however, please note that unlike our other programs, there are no transfers allowed. 8. What should I take on the tour? There is a detailed What to Take list in our Trip Kit, which we will send to you after you have booked the trip. 9. What meals are included? All meals on the boat are included. We enjoy a wide variety of foods, buffet style. Breakfasts are included on land portion. 10. Can you arrange my flights? We would be happy to take care of your air arrangements. ElderTreks offers personalized flight itineraries not group flights. Stop over en route, come in a few days early, or extend your stay. Call us for a customized itinerary. 11. What if I would like more information? If you have any further questions about the trip, please do not hesitate to contact our office. A Trip Kit containing further details on the destination will be sent to you once you have booked the trip. 18

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