Galapagos & Peru Panorama

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Quito

Arrive in Quito at any time.

Day 2 Galapagos (B,L,D)

Early morning flight to the Galapagos Islands where we board our yacht and begin cruising.

Day 3-5 Galapagos (3B,3L,3D)

Visit several islands, viewing wildlife and soaking up the spectacular scenery. Each day, travel with our naturalist guide from the yacht to the islands, via a small, motorized launch. On land, explore the islands as our guide interprets the natural history and educates us on the interesting wildlife. Most days you can snorkel among sea lions or just relax out on deck.

Day 6 Quito (B)

Visit one last island visit before flying to Quito. Free time to explore the city.

Day 7 Quito / Lima

Fly to Lima. Flight is unescorted, not included and must be pre-booked.

Day 8-10 Puno / Lake Titicaca (B,L,D)

Fly to the town of Puno on the shores of spectacular Lake Titicaca. Take a boat trip to visit Taquile Island before continuing on to Amantani where you will be immersed in Peruvian rural life with a homestay in a small village. Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno on Day 10.

Day 11 Cuzco

Enjoy spectacular views as you follow the path of the mythical Inca founders on this full day of travel from Puno to Cuzco through the high Altiplano region.

Day 12 Ollantaytambo

Travel with our local guide through the Sacred Valley and visit the majestic Pisac archaeological site. Continue to the last living Inca town of Ollantaytambo before preparing for the hike ahead.

Day 13-16 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (3B,3L,3D)

Begin a once in a lifetime journey on the ancient trail of the Incas with a morning trip to km 82, where our hike starts. Local porters and guides ensure that the trip is worry-free, and fascinating ruins and spectacular mountain scenery fill every day of the hike. On the final day, climb the steps to Intipunku, the 'Sun Gate', to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu. Return to Cuzco by train in the afternoon.

Day 17 Cuzco

Often considered the Mecca of Peru, Cuzco has a friendly, colonial atmosphere. The town offers nearby Inca sites, cobblestone streets, museums, markets and ornate churches. Rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking excursions are also possible options.

Day 18-20 Amazon Jungle (2B,2L,2D)

Fly from high in the Andes to Puerto Maldonado, deep in the lowlands of the Amazon jungle. Travel by motorized canoe to our lodge in the Tambopata Rainforest Area, which holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area. Explore the jungle with expert local guides. Fly to Lima for one last night in the city.