Destination:
Ecuador,
Peru,
Duration:
20 days
Style:
Adventure,
Adventure Cruising,
Explorer,
River/Small ship/Barge,
Wildlife,
Travel Period:
July 2026 - April 2027
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Overview
Explore Peru and the Galapagos on this epic adventure from Lima to Quito. In the ancient land of the Incas, you’ll uncover historic architecture, vast Andean landscapes, ancient ruins, busy markets and welcoming locals. Visit the famed Machu Picchu – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and maybe opt to take the One Day Inca Trail trek to see the citadel from two angles. Share two pachamanca meals with locals– one in the middle of the desert near the Nazca Lines and one in the Andean community of Huilloq. Then, fly to Quito for your week-long sailing voyage through the incredibly scenic southern isles of the Galapagos. Watch as sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds go about their daily business. Go snorkelling near mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish and soak up the natural, rugged landscapes of the area, seeing what Charles Darwin saw more than 180 years ago.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This trip is a combination trip made up of the "Majestic Peru" trip and the "Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands" trip which is onboard the Grand Queen Beatriz boat.
1. The maximum group size of the Majestic Peru is 12, with a minimum age of 15 years and the Galapagos Islands cruise has a group size of 16 with a minimum age of 12 years.
2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
4. This trip starts in Lima on Day 1 at 2pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore Miraflores with your leader.
5. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
6. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. These details are used to obtain entrance and transport tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
7. This trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu. You can choose to hike the 1-Day Inca Trail for an additional cost. Please see Day 11 of the Itinerary and contact your booking agent if you’re interested in this activity.
8. Should you choose not to hike at all, please inform in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.
9. There is a US$20 Galapagos Islands transit card fee that needs to be paid at the airport in Quito prior to departure to the islands.
10. All clients must pay the Galapagos National Park fee of US $200 upon arrival at the airport in the Galapagos. These fees are to be paid in cash. This applies to everyone aged 13 years and above. For children aged 12 the fee will be USD100.
11. Dietary requirements need to be advised at the time of booking so that any included meals can be properly catered for.
12. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors to Machu Picchu must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same circuit. Regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site.
1. The maximum group size of the Majestic Peru is 12, with a minimum age of 15 years and the Galapagos Islands cruise has a group size of 16 with a minimum age of 12 years.
2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
4. This trip starts in Lima on Day 1 at 2pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore Miraflores with your leader.
5. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
6. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. These details are used to obtain entrance and transport tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
7. This trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu. You can choose to hike the 1-Day Inca Trail for an additional cost. Please see Day 11 of the Itinerary and contact your booking agent if you’re interested in this activity.
8. Should you choose not to hike at all, please inform in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.
9. There is a US$20 Galapagos Islands transit card fee that needs to be paid at the airport in Quito prior to departure to the islands.
10. All clients must pay the Galapagos National Park fee of US $200 upon arrival at the airport in the Galapagos. These fees are to be paid in cash. This applies to everyone aged 13 years and above. For children aged 12 the fee will be USD100.
11. Dietary requirements need to be advised at the time of booking so that any included meals can be properly catered for.
12. According to Machu Picchu visiting regulations all visitors to Machu Picchu must follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same circuit. Regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site.
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What's Included
- Meals: Meals: 19 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners.
- Transport: Plane, Train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Boat.
- Accommodation: Hotel (16 nights), Overnight boat (3 nights).
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
- Lima - Leader-led Miraflores walking tour.
- Lima - Guided tour, including San Francisco Monastery, the Catacombs and Central Market.
- Islas Ballestas - Guided tour.
- Nazca Lines - Viewing tower.
- Nazca - Pachamanca dinner.
- Arequipa - Walking tour.
- Arequipa - San Ignacio Chapel.
- Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee.
- Arequipa - Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa.
- Puno - Sillustani archaeological site.
- Puno - Lake Titicaca day tour.
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk.
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included).
- Sacred Valley - Community visit.
- Sacred Valley - Coffee & cake.
- Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour.
- Isla Santa Cruz - Punta Carrion - Snorkelling (1 hour).
- Isla Isabela - Las Tintoreras visit (1.5 hours) - Dry Landing.
- Isla Isabela - Arnolda Tupiza Tortoise Breeding Center including Flamingo Lagoon (2 hours) - Dry Landing.
- Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay - Walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing.
- Isla Floreana - Punta Cormorant walk (1.5 hours) - Wet Landing.
- Isla Floreana - Devil's Crown snorkelling (1 hour).
- Isla Floreana - Post Office Bay snorkelling (45 mins).
- Isla Santa Cruz - Charles Darwin Research Station (1 hour) - Dry Landing.
Start:Lima, Peru
Finish:Quito, Ecuador
Finish:Quito, Ecuador
Type:Group tour (max 16)
Tripcode:
GMQPC
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Your Itinerary
Day 1: Lima
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Day 2: Paracas
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Day 3: Nazca
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Day 4: Arequipa
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Day 5: Arequipa
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Day 6: Puno
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Day 7: Puno
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Day 8: Cusco
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Day 9: Cusco
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Day 10: Sacred Valley
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Day 11: Aguas Calientes
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Day 12: Cusco
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Day 13: Cusco
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Day 14: Lima
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Day 15: Quito
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Day 16: Isla Santa Cruz
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Day 17: Isla Isabela
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Day 18: Isla Floreana
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Day 19: Galapagos
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Day 20: Quito
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