- Country
Peru & Ecuador - Departure
Lima - Arrival
Galápagos - Theme
Explorer
Day 1. Welcome to Peru
Your adventure in Peru begins at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima. Upon arrival, our team will greet you and accompany you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and prepare for the incredible journey ahead.
Day 2. Tour of Lima, the City of Kings
- Destination
Arequipa - Hotel
Posada Monasterio - Attractions
Plaza de Armas of Lima
After breakfast, we will begin the City Tour of Lima. Our tour will start in the modern district of Miraflores, with a visit to the famous Love Park, followed by a stop at the Huaca Puccllana archaeological site, an ancient testament to pre-Columbian Lima.
We will continue to the historic center, where we will discover the majestic Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the Cathedral of Lima, the San Francisco Convent and its church, famous for their history and architecture. We will conclude the tour with a fascinating visit to the catacombs, a true cultural treasure.
In the afternoon, we will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Arequipa. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for accommodation and rest.
Day 3. The White City
- Destination
Arequipa - Hotel
Posada Monasterio - Attractions
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
A full day dedicated to exploring Arequipa, known as "The White City" due to the characteristic color of its architecture, made from sillar, a volcanic stone typical of the region. This material frames the historic center, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.
The tour includes a visit to the charming Plaza de Armas, surrounded by elegant colonial arches, and the Jesuit Cloister, a gem of mestizo baroque architecture. We will also explore the ecotourism complex Mundo Alpaca, where we will learn more about the region's textile tradition.
The day concludes with a visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery, a fascinating place full of history and beauty. At the end, transfer to the hotel for accommodation.
Day 4. Welcome to Puno
- Destination
Puno - Hotel
Casona Plaza Puno - Attractions
Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve
After breakfast, we will head to the bus station to begin our journey to Puno. During the trip, we will cross the stunning Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, home to various species of Andean wildlife.
Upon arrival in Puno, you will be accompanied to your hotel, where you can rest and prepare for the exciting experience awaiting you the following day.
Day 5. Boat Excursion on Lake Titicaca
- Destination
Puno - Hotel
Casona Plaza Puno - Attractions
Titicaca Lake
On this day, we will explore the majestic Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. We will take a boat ride that will take us to the fascinating Uros floating islands, built with totora reeds by its inhabitants, who keep the ancient traditions alive.
We will continue to Taquile Island, famous for its rich textile tradition. There, we will observe local artisans working on their looms, a practice that has been recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 2008.
At the end of the day, we will return to Puno for hotel accommodation.
Day 6. From Puno to Cusco: The Route of Manco Cápac
- Destination
Cusco - Hotel
Rumi Punku - Attractions
Route of the Sun
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the bus station to continue your journey through Peru, this time towards the imperial city of Cusco.
During the trip, we will make our first stop in Pukara, an ancient city of potters located at 3,876 meters above sea level. Pukara was the birthplace of one of the earliest civilizations in southern Peru, which flourished between 200 BC and 200 AD. We will visit the Lithic Museum, where we will learn more about this fascinating culture.
Along the Route of the Sun, one of the most beautiful roads in the country, we will continue to Sicuani, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch with typical Peruvian dishes. In the afternoon, we will visit the Temple of Wiracocha, an impressive archaeological complex that preserves columns and circular structures used in ancient times for rest and protection.
The last stop before reaching Cusco will be the Church of Andahuaylillas, a true treasure of Andean Baroque, where you can admire the architecture of the Cusco school. Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and prepare for the next day of exploration.
Day 7. The Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Destination
Aguas Calientes - Hotel
Hatun Inti Classic - Attractions
Sacred Valley of the Incas
A full day dedicated to discovering the Sacred Valley and the culture of the ancient Inca civilization. The day will begin in Chinchero, where we will visit the local church and a craft center, where you can observe the process of making alpaca yarn.
One of the main stops of the tour will be the Maras Salt Mines, an impressive system of terraces that houses artificial lagoons from which a very valuable resource is extracted: salt.
In the afternoon, we will head to Ollantaytambo, from where we will take the train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and prepare for the adventure the following day.
Day 8. Visit to Machu Picchu, Return to Cusco
- Destination
Cusco - Hotel
Rumi Punku - Attractions
Machu Picchu
After a delicious breakfast, we will depart for the famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. For the more adventurous, there is the option to climb Huayna Picchu, a mountain that offers spectacular views of the citadel.
We will spend the morning (maximum allowed inside the site is 3 hours) exploring the site, where we will uncover the secrets of the ancient Inca civilization, its architecture, and its history. At noon, we will return to Aguas Calientes and take the train to Ollantaytambo. From there, we will head to Cusco, where, upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest after a day full of exploration.
Day 9. Trekking to Rainbow Mountain
- Destination
Cusco - Hotel
Rumi Punku - Attractions
Rainbow Mountain
Departure at dawn for a journey of approximately three hours to Pampachiri, where the hiking adventure will begin. Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the stunning view: the vibrant-colored mountains stretching out before you are a unique natural spectacle. You will have time to explore and admire the beauty of this magical place.
After lunch in the area, we will return to Cusco, where, upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest after a day full of natural wonders.
Day 10. Cusco and its stunning beauties – Lima
- Destination
Lima - Hotel
Arawi Express - Attractions
Koricancha Temple
After a delicious breakfast, we will begin the private tour of Cusco, exploring the historic center of the city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. During the tour, we will enjoy views of the Plaza de Armas, the Stone of Twelve Angles, and the picturesque San Blas neighborhood, known for its bohemian atmosphere.
We will continue the visit to the famous Koricancha Temple, an important archaeological site that was one of the most sacred temples of the Incas. Finally, we will explore the San Pedro Market, a lively local market where you can discover typical regional products.
In the afternoon, transfer to the airport to take the flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11. Lima – Guayaquil
- Destination
Guayaquil - Hotel
Grand Hotel Guayaquil - Attractions
Flight to Guayaquil
Breakfast and transfer to the airport for the flight to Guayaquil (not included).
Upon arrival in Guayaquil, transportation will be waiting at the airport to take you to the hotel in the city.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 12. Welcome to Galápagos
- Destination
Baltra - Hotel
Ikala - Attractions
Galapagos Islands
In the morning, transportation will pick you up at the hotel to take you to the airport. Our bilingual naturalist guide will be waiting for you to accompany you during the transfer to Puerto Ayora. During the journey between the airport and the Itabaca Channel, a payment of 5 USD per person will be required, to be paid directly at the location.
Along the way, there will be a stop to visit the highlands of the island, characterized by the impressive lava tunnels.
Lunch is also scheduled in this area, where you will also have the opportunity to enjoy the company of the giant tortoises in their semi-natural state.
Day 13. Bahia – Grietas – Tortuga Bay Beach
- Destination
Baltra - Hotel
Ikala - Attractions
Playa Tortuga Bay
After breakfast, the day begins with a tour of the Bay, where we will visit "La LoberÃa" Island, named after the large colony of sea lions, where you can practice snorkeling. It is a very special place to observe a wide variety of colorful fish and different marine species.
Next, we will head to Punta Estrada, where you can observe animals such as seagulls, boobies, frigates, sea lions, etc.
Visit to the Shark Channel, where sharks can be seen, and from the viewpoint, you can admire the port and the mountains of the highlands of the island.
Visit to Playa de los Perros to observe a colony of marine iguanas and enjoy panoramic views. Our last visit will be to Las Grietas, where the landscape is formed by interesting lava formations that create two huge walls crossed by a brackish water stream that mixes with seawater. This is an excellent place to swim and snorkel due to the transparency of its waters.
Lunch.
After lunch, we will visit Tortuga Bay Beach, one of the longest white sand beaches and an important nesting site for the black turtle. Marine iguanas, sharks, and sea turtles can be spotted in this area.
Return to the hotel.
Day 14. Isabela Island & Tintoreras
- Destination
Santa Cruz Island - Hotel
Ikala - Attractions
Las Tintoreras
After breakfast, around 7:00 AM, transfer from the hotel to the dock to take the speedboat to Isabela Island. The trip lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Upon arrival at the island, it is necessary to pay the dock usage fee in cash, as required by the local municipality.
The places we will visit today are some of the most appreciated and highly rated by visitors:
Tintoreras is located less than five minutes from the city, where there is a small islet called Las Tintoreras. Due to volcanic activity, cracks have formed where the famous Galápagos sharks take refuge to rest, and they can be easily seen from a distance. As we walk along the trail, we can observe different types of lava, marine iguanas, birds such as the famous blue-footed booby, sea lions, sea turtles, a variety of fish, and occasionally rays and giant mantas.
Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center, where we will observe two of the five subspecies of giant tortoises under the care of park rangers. The center was created to protect individuals during their early years of life, as introduced animals such as pigs and donkeys pose a danger: the former eat their eggs, and the latter compete for food. The park rangers collect the eggs at the Growth Center, where they are incubated. After five years, when they reach a sufficient size to survive in their natural environment, they are reintroduced. Before departure, we will visit the Flamingo Lagoon.
Return to Santa Cruz Island in the late afternoon.
Day 15. Navigation to Santa Fe Island & Escondida Beach
- Destination
Santa Cruz Island - Hotel
Ikala - Attractions
Escondida Beach
After breakfast, around 07:00 am, transfer from the hotel to the dock to take the speedboat to Santa Fe Island, located southeast of Santa Cruz. We will sail towards a beautiful bay with crystal-clear turquoise waters, surrounded by cacti and mangroves. From our boat, we will observe a white sand beach full of sea lions and cliffs populated by a small forest of giant cacti, unique to this island, as well as seabirds such as pelicans, dark gulls, and blue-footed boobies. With the yacht, we will approach the beach and carefully observe Tintoreras resting on the shore, while in the mangroves, it is common to spot the Galapagos Hawk. The wildlife's behavior on the islands is surprising, as they are not afraid of humans. This is a great opportunity to interact with them and take unforgettable photos.
Snorkeling in Santa Fe is spectacular! Playful sea lions invite us to swim, and we will observe sea turtles, manta rays, a wide variety of colorful fish, and occasional sharks.
Lunch aboard.
After lunch, we will sail for 30 minutes to Playa Escondida, a white sand beach in the middle of a very calm bay, where we will disembark to relax and enjoy the sun and sea. It’s perfect for swimming and continuing to practice snorkeling.
Return to Santa Cruz at the end of the afternoon.
Day 16. End of the tour
After breakfast and at the indicated time, passengers will be picked up at their hotel and transferred to the airport, where they will take their flight back to the mainland, Quito or Guayaquil. End of our services.
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