WONDERS OF PERU & ECUADOR 11 DAYS

Guayaquil, Galapagos, Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu

Discover the best of South America on this immersive journey through Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, and Peru. From Quito’s colonial charm to the unique wildlife of the Galapagos, and the rich history of Lima and Cusco culminating in Machu Picchu—this itinerary blends culture, nature, and unforgettable experiences.

itinerary, prices & HIGHLIGHTS

Day 1 – Arrival in Quito

Upon arrival in Quito, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Quito (Wyndham Airport Quito or similar)
Meals: None

Day 2 – Quito – Galapagos (Santa Cruz Island)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos (not included).
Upon arrival at Baltra Island, transfer to Santa Cruz Island.

Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz, including:

• Giant tortoise reserves

• Lava tunnels

• Los Gemelos (twin craters)

Continue to Puerto Ayora.

Overnight: Galapagos – Santa Cruz - Deja Vu Hotel (3 Star) or Hotel Ikala Galapagos (4 Star)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Galapagos (Bay Exploration)

Half-day Bay Exploration Tour:

• Playa de los Perros

• Love Canal & Shark Channel

• Las Grietas (snorkeling opportunity)

• Wildlife viewing: sea lions, sharks, iguanas, blue-footed boobies

Overnight: Galapagos – Santa Cruz
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Galapagos (Full Day Yacht Excursion)

Full-day Motor Yacht Excursion with naturalist guide.

Highlights:

• Visit nearby islands

• Snorkeling & swimming

• Marine wildlife encounters

Overnight: Galapagos – Santa Cruz
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 – Galapagos – Lima

Transfer to airport for your flight to Lima (not included).
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Lima - Casa Andina San Antonio Hotel (3 Star) or Casa Andina Premium Miraflores Hotel (4 Star)
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – Lima (Leisure Day)

Day at leisure.

Optional:

• City Tour of Lima (Colonial & Modern)

• Visit to Larco Museum

Overnight: Lima
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Lima – Cusco

Transfer to airport for flight to Cusco (not included).
Arrival and day at leisure to acclimatize.

Overnight: Cusco - Yawar Inka Hotel (3 Star) or Casa Andina Premium Cusco (4 Star)
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Cusco – Sacred Valley

Full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley.

Highlights:

• Chinchero village & textile demonstration

• Moray agricultural terraces

• Ollantaytambo fortress

• Local lunch included

Overnight: Sacred Valley - Andean Wings Valley (3 Star) or La Casona de Yucay (4 Star)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 – Machu Picchu Excursion

Full-day visit to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

• Train journey to Aguas Calientes

• Guided tour of the citadel

• Return to Cusco

Overnight: Cusco - Yawar Inka Hotel (3 Star) or Casa Andina Premium Cusco (4 Star)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10 – Cusco (Leisure Day)

Day at leisure.

Optional:

• Rainbow Mountain excursion

• Local market visits

• Cultural exploration

Overnight: Cusco
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 – Cusco – Lima (Departure)

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Using 3 Star Hotels

Using 4 Star Hotels

INCLUSIONS

• All services, lodging, food, and beverages mentioned in the trip description, plus taxes, tourist tickets, and entrance fees.

• All excursions in shared basis

• English speaking guide in each city

• Our prices include entrance fees and tourist ticket costs to determined historical, natural, or religious landmarks that are managed by the local authorities in many cases. Costs may increase without prior warning.

EXCLUSIONS
• Galapagos National Park entrance fee (US $200 per adult/$100 per child under 12), Tourist transit card (US $20 per person). Rates subject to change.
• Personal expenses, International & internal airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.
• Prices are not valid for Holy week holidays, Inti Rayami festival dates, Christmas & New Year’s holidays and any other black out dates.

Optional experiences with additional cost per person (USD)
Half day city tour and ruins and San Pedro market (shared basis) $102 per person
Full day Vinicunca rainbow mountain (shared basis) $112 per person
Full day visit to cerro Meza & kayak at Garrapatero (sharing excursion) $452 per person
*Note that this tour replaces the Half day Bay Exploration. Rate shows the additional price of this alternative.

Train to Machu Picchu
Remember that we need complete passenger information (full name, type and number of document, nationality, and date of birth) at least 30 days prior to the date of the trip in order to guarantee seating on the chosen train. This is the only way of assuring you have the proper seats.
- Onboard Luggage policy
- Allowable passenger carry on bags: Any luggage not meeting the measurements cannot be taken aboard.
- 1 bag or backpack WEIGHT: 05kg/11lb
SIZE: 62 inches/157cm (length + width + height)
Passengers who will trek on the Incan Trail and who present the special authorized permit are eligible for the Exceptional Flexibility Policy for luggage.