Wonders of Peru and Ecuador

Travel Type

Guided Tours

Duration

11 Days/10 Nights

Country

Peru

Discover the Galapagos Islands with a stay on Santa Cruz Island at Magic Tented Camp and Puerto Ayora, an alternative to catamaran cruises. Then discover Peru’s Inca culture with visits to Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

Inclusions

– Accommodation for 10 nights
– 14 meals: 10 breakfasts and 4 lunches
– Roundtrip transfers
– Visits as per itinerary
– English-speaking local guides

Exclusions

International and domestic airfare – Gratuities – Meals others than mentioned – Beverages – Optional excursions – Galapagos National Park entrance fee (US $200 per adult / US $100 per child under 12) and tourist transit card (US $20 per person) – Travel insurance

Additional Information

Galapagos entry requirement

All travelers (18 years or older) must fill out an online Sworn Declaration Form up to 48 hours before their trip.

DAY 1 QUITO

Upon arriving in Quito, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel.

Accommodation : Quito for 1 night

DAY 2 QUITO - GALAPAGOS (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport using the hotel shuttle for your flight to the Galápagos. Suggested flight: Avianca AV1688 – Quito / Galápagos, 09:11–10:29 (not included). Upon arrival on Baltra Island, you will be welcomed by an English-speaking representative. You will then take the ferry to Santa Cruz Island. Accompanied by your guide, you will explore the highlands of Santa Cruz, known for their volcanic landscapes and rich biodiversity. You will visit a reserve where Galápagos giant tortoises roam freely in their natural habitat. Depending on your pace and energy level, you may also explore a lava tunnel, the Twin Craters (Los Gemelos), or both. You will then continue to Puerto Ayora for your hotel check-in and overnight stay.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation : Puerto Ayora for 3 nights

DAY 3 GALAPAGOS

This morning, join a shared bay exploration from the main dock in Puerto Ayora. Cruise along the coast toward Playa de la Ratonera and El Barranco, then continue to Love Canal, Shark Channel and Las Grietas. You will have the opportunity to spot sharks, sea lions, blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, rays and other wildlife, as well as enjoy some snorkeling at Las Grietas. The afternoon is free to relax at the hotel or explore the island at your own pace. An optional excursion can also be arranged.

Meals : Breakfast

Optional Excursions : FULL-DAY VISIT TO CERRO MEZA AND KAYAK AT GARRAPATERO (This tour replaces the Bay Exploration. Minimum 2 passengers).
Start the day at the Cerro Mesa viewpoint, offering panoramic views over the southern coast of Santa Cruz. Continue with a hike down to a collapsed volcanic crater, where you may spot endemic birds and, with some luck, giant tortoises. After lunch, walk through the forest to El Garrapatero Beach and enjoy a 45-minute kayak excursion along the bay. You may also take a short walk to a brackish lagoon where flamingos can sometimes be spotted.

DAY 4 GALAPAGOS

Set out on a full-day motor yacht excursion with a former local fisherman, his welcoming crew and a knowledgeable naturalist guide. Explore the waters surrounding one of the more remote Galápagos Islands while learning about the local marine ecosystem and conservation efforts. The day will include opportunities for snorkeling and swimming before returning to Puerto Ayora. Please note: The excursion is subject to change without prior notice.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5 GALAPAGOS - GUAYAQUIL - LIMA

After breakfast, transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight back to the mainland. Suggested flights to Lima (not included) are via Guayaquil with LATAM LA1414, departing Galápagos at 16:07 and arriving in Guayaquil at 17:57, followed by LA1448 to Lima, or via Quito with LATAM LA1437, departing Galápagos at 12:55 and arriving in Quito at 15:57, followed by XL1462 to Lima. Upon arrival in Lima, a representative will meet you at the airport and provide a private transfer to your hotel.

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Lima for 2 nights

DAY 6 LIMA

After breakfast, set out on a half-day city tour of Lima and the Rafael Larco Herrera Museum, lasting approximately 5 hours. Discover the contrast between modern Lima, represented by the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, and the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Main Square and its surrounding landmarks, including the Government Palace, the Cathedral and the Archbishop’s Palace, before visiting the Convent of Santo Domingo, home to the relics of three Peruvian saints. Continue to the Larco Museum, renowned for its extensive collection of nearly 45,000 pre-Hispanic artifacts, particularly from the Moche culture, including remarkable jewelry, textiles and its famous collection of erotic ceramics.

Meals : Breakfast

DAY 7 LIMA - CUSCO

At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany you during the private transfer from your hotel to the airport. Suggested flights to Cusco (not included) are LATAM LA2007, departing Lima at 09:15 and arriving in Cusco at 10:50, or SKY Airlines H2 5902, departing Lima at 09:50 and arriving in Cusco at 11:15. Upon arrival, a representative will meet you at the airport and provide a private transfer to your hotel. The afternoon is free to relax and explore Cusco at your own pace.

Meals : Breakfast

Accommodation : Cusco for 1 night

Optional Excursions : HALF-DAY CITY TOUR VISIT TO SAN PEDRO MARKET AND RUINS (minimum 2 passengers).
This 4-hour half-day tour offers an introduction to Cusco’s history, living culture and art, highlighting the blend of Andean and Spanish influences throughout the city. Visit the historic San Pedro Market, designed in 1925 by Gustave Eiffel, followed by the Koricancha Temple, an important Inca place of worship dedicated to the Sun. Continue to the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman and the archaeological site of Kenko, once used for ceremonial purposes, before visiting the Cathedral of Cusco and its remarkable collection of colonial art.

DAY 8 CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY

Set out on a private full-day excursion to discover three gems of the Sacred Valley: Maras, Moray and Misminay. Admire the spectacular Maras salt mines, where nearly 3,000 salt pools have been producing salt since Inca times, before continuing to the archaeological site of Moray and its impressive concentric terraces, once believed to have served as an agricultural research center. The day continues in the traditional Andean community of Misminay, where you will experience local culture and take part in traditional activities such as planting, harvesting and textile work, accompanied by music and typical dances.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation : Sacred Valley for 1 night

DAY 9 SACRED VALLEY - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

After breakfast, private transfer from your Sacred Valley hotel to Ollantaytambo train station with bilingual assistance. Board the Inca Rail Voyager train to Aguas Calientes, departing at 11:15 and arriving at 12:41. From there, take a short bus ride up to Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Explore the ancient Inca citadel with your guide and discover its fascinating history, mysteries and spectacular mountain surroundings. After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes for some free time before boarding the return train to Ollantaytambo at 19:00. Upon arrival, a guide will accompany you on the transfer back to your Cusco hotel, arriving at approximately 20:41. Train schedules are subject to change.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation : Cusco for 2 nights

DAY 10 CUSCO AT LEISURE

Enjoy a free day to explore Cusco at your own pace. An optional excursion is also available.

Meals : Breakfast

Optional Excursions : FULL-DAY TOUR VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN (Minimum 2 passengers)
Set out early for a full-day excursion to Vinicunca, the famous Rainbow Mountain, at an altitude of 5,020 m. From Phulawasipata, begin an uphill hike of approximately 1.5 hours through the Andean landscape, with opportunities to see llamas, alpacas, local communities and the majestic Ausangate Mountain. Upon reaching the viewpoint, admire Vinicunca’s striking multicoloured slopes, shaped by the minerals found in the mountain’s soil. After returning to Phulawasipata, enjoy lunch in Cusipata before heading back to Cusco. The excursion involves approximately 8 km of walking and is subject to weather conditions. Visits are not recommended from January to March due to the rainy season.

DAY 11 CUSCO - LIMA

After breakfast, private transfer from your Cusco hotel to the airport with bilingual assistance. At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany you during the transfer. Several outbound flight options are available from Cusco. We recommend allowing sufficient connection time in Lima before your international departure, with a minimum of 3 hours to account for potential delays or operational changes. Please note that hotel check-out times in Cusco are typically mid-morning or earlier.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR

3* Tourist Category

Quito: Hotel Wyndham Airport 3*
Galapagos – Puerto Ayora: Deja Vu Hotel 3*
Lima: Casa Andina San Antonio 3*
Sacred Valley: Andean Wings Valley 3*
Cusco: Yawar Inka 3*

4* Superior / First Class Category

Quito: Hotel Wyndham Airport 4*
Galapagos – Puerto Ayora: Hotel Ikala Galapagos 4*
Lima: Aloft by Marriott Lima Miraflores 4*
Sacred Valley: Casa Andina Premium SV 4*
Cusco: Casa Andina Premium Cusco 4*

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from	Land Package
Fixed departures 2027	Double Occupancy	Single Occupancy
*3 Tourist Category**
January 5 February 16 March 2 April 13, 27 May 18 June 1, 22 July 6, 27 August 24 September 28 November 2, 30	3239	3889
*4 Superior / First Class Category**
January 5 February 16 March 2 April 13, 27 May 18 June 1, 22 July 6, 27 August 24 September 28 November 2, 30	4219	5809
Optional excursions
Day 3 – Full day visit to Cerro Meza and Kayak at Garrapatero**	580
Day 7 – Half-day city tour, San Pedro Market and ruins**	130
Day 10 – Full day Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain**	145
**Shared service excursions

Product Code: CONTRA

*The departures of November 3 and December 1, 2026 are available upon request. The 2026 itinerary differs from the one presented online (10 days / 9 nights). Please contact us for more details.

Notes:

Minimum 2 passengers. / Maximum 16 passengers.
Some shared services (tours, trains, bus transfers) are exceptions, where the shared the departure group may join a bigger group for that service.

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.

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Wonders of Peru and Ecuador – Detailed itinerary