14 days: Peru - Galapagos

Upon your arrival to the Quito Airport, you will be welcomed by one of our representatives,
who will provide a brief introduction to the city and our services while driving you to your
hotel in the city center. You will have the remainder of the day free to relax and get acquainted
with the city at your own pace. Depending on your arrival time, we have plenty of suggestions
for you so you can make the most of your first day in Quito.

Meals: None provided
Accommodations: (S) Casa El Eden, (C) La Casona de la Ronda, (P) JW Marriott Quito

In the morning we will pick you up from your hotel and drive to the colonial city center of
Quito. The city center is considered the best preserved historic district in the Americas. Here
we learn all about the history of Quito and visit the Basilica Church, La Compañia Church, the main square, San Francisco Square and Panecillo Hill.

We have lunch in one of the city's good restaurants and then drive to the city's largest and
most famous attraction, “the center of the world”. Longitude and latitude are 0 here and you
are literally standing in the middle of the world. Finally, we visit the Intiñan Museum. After this
eventful day, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Casa El Eden, (C) La Casona de la Ronda, (P) JW Marriott Quito

In the morning we will take you to the airport, where you will be assisted to pass the Galapagos
Biocontrol and Transit Card formalities. Flight to Galapagos, San Cristobal airport. Galapagos is
considered "the most amazing place on Earth" according to the English magazine Wanderlust.

We have carefully chosen the best excursion for you to enjoy these fantastic Islands. Your

English-speaking naturalist guide from the Galapagos National Park will be waiting for you at the airport.

Your expedition begins with the check in at the hotel. After this short excursion to the view point
“Tijeretas” where you will enjoy an amazing view of the Island San Cristobal. After this it is time
for a first snorkeling at the same bay where Charles Darwin arrived on 1835. Finally, it is time to
relax at the beach Carola with many colonies of sea lions.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) selected standard hotel, (C) selected confort hotel

Today you will enjoy a first excursion by boot to the small inhabited Island Kicker Rock. Here live
numerous colonies of birds. After a round trip around the small island, it is time for snorkeling
with good chances to swim with sharks. Small lunch on board and finally free time to enjoy a
beautiful beach.

After this return by boat to Puerto Baquerizo and free afternoon. Enjoy a magical sunset at the
promenade of the town!

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodations: (S) selected standard hotel, (C) selected confort hotel

Early in the morning transfer by speed boat back to Santa Cruz Island.

After check in in the hotel, you will visit in the morning the Charles Darwin Station where you
will discover all the efforts made by international scientist and the Galapagos National Park to
preserve this natural paradise. Here you will visit also the giant turtles breeding center and have
the opportunity to see the famous Lonesome George, the last individual of its species who
unfortunately died on 2012.

In the afternoon excursion at the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Here, you will visit the Twin
Crater formations and walk inside a vast natural Lava Tunnel. After you will search Giant turtles in the wild.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) selected standard hotel, (C) selected confort hotel

Shared yacht excursion to one of the inhabited islands: Seymour, Plazas or Bartolome. You will be picked up at the hotel and cross the Island by bus. At the Itabaca channel, your naturalist
guide and the crew of the yacht will be waiting for. Then you will be able to see the iconic fauna
and fantastic landscapes of one of those islands. Of course, snorkeling is on the program today.
You will also enjoy a delicious lunch on board.

^{NOTE: This tour depends on the regulation of the Galapagos National Park for inhabited islands.
We will let you know which island are we visiting as soon as we get confirmation.}

Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodations: (S) selected standard hotel, (C) selected confort hotel

In the morning you will be taken to Balta Airport to catch your flight to Guayquil. You will then
be taken to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Bicentenario, (C) Casa Garcia, (P) Radisson Hotel Guayaquil

In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the airport. From there you
will fly to Lima, where you will be taken to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at your disposal. Stroll through Kennedy Park or enjoy the view of the
Pacific Ocean on a walk through Miraflores and Barranco.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Tierra Viva Miraflores🍃, (C) Estelar Miraflores, (P) Pullman Miraflores

Get ready to explore Lima and all it has to offer! Our Peru tour starts in the morning with a visit to the Historic Downtown area. First, you will stop off at the Main Square, where you will walk through its most important streets and observe its architectural monuments like the Cathedral and the Government Palace. Afterwards you will head to the San Francisco Convent and its renowned catacombs.

You will complete your tour of Lima with a visit to the Bohemian neighborhood of Barranco, a
neighborhood called home by countless artists, photographers, and authors. Walk along
beautiful streets lined with Republican houses, admire the splendid views, and visit the Puente
de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs), the source of inspiration for one of Peru’s great composers,
Chabuca Granda.

You will then be taken to the airport and fly to Cusco, where you will be transferred to your
hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Tierra Viva Miraflores🍃, (C) Estelar Miraflores, (P) Pullman Miraflores

Today we will explore the amazing city of Cusco, which was the Capital of the Inca empire and
one of the most historical cities in the Americas.

In the morning, you will begin your tour visiting the Fortress of Sacsayhuamán, one the most
important military and ceremonial centers in Incan times. We will continue our tour strolling
through the main square, where you will be able to explore the Cathedral and admire its
exquisite vestibules and priceless paintings from the Cusco School of the 17th and 18th
centuries. Just a few blocks away, you will explore one of Cusco’s most impressive buildings,
Qoricancha or Temple of the Sun, whose interior walls were said to have been covered in gold.

As you return to the lower part of the city, you will stop off at the San Pedro Market, where you
will be mesmerized by the variety of unique and traditional produce and discover new aromas
and tastes of the region.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Tierra Viva Cusco, (C) Antigua Casona San Blas🍃, (P) Palacio del Inka 🍃

Today you will experience a full-day private guided excursion throughout the Sacred Valley of
the Incas.

First, you will visit the ruins of the Andean village of Chinchero, located high-up on the
windswept plains of Anta (12,342.52 feet). You will find yourself surrounded by gorgeous views
overlooking the Sacred Valley and the snow-capped peak of Salkantay dominating the western
horizon. This excursion combines Incan ruins with a typical Andean village, a colonial church,
some wonderful mountain views, and a colorful traditional market.

En route, you will witness one of the best sites in the valley: the huge circular agricultural
terraces at Moray, built by the Incas in natural sinkholes. They sit on a limestone plateau
overlooking the Urubamba Valley.

For lunch, you will enjoy a traditional Peruvian – Andean cuisine at Tunupa Restaurant,
conveniently located in a beautiful setting overlooking the Urubamba River. In the afternoon,
you will continue on to visit Ollantaytambo, an old Inca fortified village where we may observe
some of the best examples of Inca architecture in the region. Surviving structures here include
multiple walls and towers that were used to protect the citadel from possible invasions.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Casona Yucay, (C) Casa Andina Premium , (P) Tambo del Inka

After a very early rise, you will board the train from the Ollantaytambo Station heading to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). This train journey is a spectacle in itself! You will be able to appreciate Peru’s immense biodiversity as you witness the landscape transition from Andean green fields to lush rainforest, descending alongside the Urubamba River.

Upon your arrival to the Aguas Calientes train station, you will take a 20 minute bus ride up to
the spectacular site of Machu Picchu. You will explore this enigmatic sanctuary where your
expert guide will lead you through the ruins, providing archaeological and historical information
on key areas of interest, including The Temple of the Sun, the Intihuatana (the Sun Dial) and the Sacred Plaza. You will appreciate the most amazing views from the top of the citadel! This is an opportunity to revel in the energy and atmosphere of one of the most significant and spectacular archaeological sites of the world, surrounded by the cloud forest.

You will also have the opportunity to see Llamas meandering around in their natural
environment.

After descending to Machu Picchu Pueblo, you will have some free time for lunch, and wander
through this picturesque town. In the afternoon, you will board the return train to Ollantaytambo Station where one of our representatives will be waiting for you to take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Tierra Viva Cusco, (C) Antigua Casona San Blas🍃, (P) Palacio del Inka 🍃

To spend your time in the beautiful Cusco at your own discretion, this day is at your leisure.
Cusco is for many visitors the most beautiful city of the country and offers many opportunities
for a nice day. In addition to the beautiful old town and the Inca ruins just a few minutes
outside the city, you can also take a cooking class, stroll through the artists' district of "San
Blas", visit one of the many museums or learn more about the astronomy of the Incas in the
Planetarium in the evening.

If you want to see more of Cusco and the surrounding area, you are welcome to ask about our
numerous additional tour offers.

^{Note: You can also go on a hike to the rainbow mountain Palccoyo or Vinicunca on this day.
This is not included in the price, but can be booked at an additional cost.}

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: (S) Tierra Viva Cusco, (C) Antigua Casona San Blas🍃, (P) Palacio del Inka 🍃

At a set time our representative will accompany you to the airport to take our flight back to Lima
and connect with your international flight home.

Meals: None provided

Famous locations on this tour include the Sacred Valley, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Quito, the Galapagos Islands, Lima, and Cusco. Together, these locations provide the ideal combination of culture, adventure, and stunning scenery.

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has unique preferences. This itinerary can be tailored to suit your interests and needs. Please contact us for customization options.

The dry season (May to September) is the ideal time to visit Peru and the Galapagos Islands. But our tour is meant to be enjoyed all year round, and every season has its own special appeal.

We advise arriving in Cusco one day early, drinking enough of water, and avoiding physically demanding activities right away to ensure appropriate acclimatization. We'll offer advice from our guides to ensure a seamless transfer.

The Galapagos are well known for their exceptional biodiversity. It's a wildlife enthusiast's heaven, home to sea lions, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and a variety of colorful bird species.

Even while most costs are covered, it's a good idea to have some cash on hand in case of little purchases, gratuities, or mementos. Major cities have plenty of ATMs, while isolated locations might not have as many.

Yes, indeed! There are specified free periods throughout the tour, so you may take your time exploring or just unwind and take in the surroundings.

Of course! We provide completely personalized itineraries. Please get in touch with us if there are any particular activities or locations you would like to add to or change, and we can customize the tour to suit your tastes.

Yes! This tour includes multiple locations renowned for their diverse wildlife. In the Galapagos Islands, you’ll have the chance to see unique species like sea lions, giant tortoises, and various bird species.

We recommend consulting your healthcare physician to discuss any necessary vaccines or prescriptions, particularly for travel to the Galapagos Islands. Additionally, having a basic first-aid kit on hand is advised.