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Machu Picchu & Galapagos
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos

By Exodus Adventure Travels
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cusco, Darwin, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Machu Picchu, Quito

Highlights

  • Visit Machu Picchu to discover the incredible Lost City of the Incas
  • Discover historic Cuzco, former capital of the vast Inca empire
  • Optional day walk on the Inca Trail at no extra cost (please request at the time of booking)
  • Spend seven nights on a small catamaran in the Galapagos Islands
  • Enjoy the wildlife and volcanic landscapes of the Galapagos

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Education / Learning, Photography, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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$18,630
14 days From$13,800

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Inca Trail, Titicaca & Nazca
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Inca Trail, Titicaca & Nazca

By Exodus Adventure Travels
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Inca Trail, Lima, Machu Picchu, Nazca, Puno

Highlights

  • Walk the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate
  • Experience two unique visits to Machu Picchu for photos and fully guided exploration
  • Rest and refresh after your trek with overnight in charming Aguas Calientes
  • Explore Cuzco, the old Inca capital
  • See the mysterious Nazca Lines
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Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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$6,683
15 days From$4,950

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14-Days Highlights of Ecuador
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14-Days Highlights of Ecuador

By Responsible Travel
none
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're focused on reducing harmful impacts of tourism and they focus on creating positive experiences for you, while benefitting communities.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Culture and handcragts in the andes
  • Wildlife encounters in Galapagos Islands
  • Snorkel in one of the best sites for underwater wildlife in Los Tuneles
  • Discover an Uninhabited Islands

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Family Friendly, Hiking & Walking, Birding, Sailing, Photography, High Adventure, Scuba Diving, Climbing & Mountaineering

What travelers are saying

"Nosso sonho era conhecer as ilhas de Galápagos e foi realizado graças ao Joseph que fez um roteiro incrível de viagem para nós e nossos amigos. Nós não tivemos que nos preocupar com nada, traslados, hotéis e passeios todos bem reservados e planejados. Nós recomendamos a empresa e os serviços do Joseph de olhos fechados."

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$6,027
14 days From$3,070
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14-Days Peru and Ecuador
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14-Days Peru and Ecuador

By Responsible Travel
none
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're focused on reducing harmful impacts of tourism and they focus on creating positive experiences for you, while benefitting communities.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
  • Wander through the charming streets of Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Inca and colonial architecture.
  • Discover the vibrant culinary scene in Lima, sampling traditional Peruvian dishes like ceviche and lomo saltado.
  • Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where you can explore Pisac Market and the impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo.
  • Encounter unique and diverse wildlife, including giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and Galapagos penguins.
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Photography, High Adventure, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Nosso sonho era conhecer as ilhas de Galápagos e foi realizado graças ao Joseph que fez um roteiro incrível de viagem para nós e nossos amigos. Nós não tivemos que nos preocupar com nada, traslados, hotéis e passeios todos bem reservados e planejados. Nós recomendamos a empresa e os serviços do Joseph de olhos fechados."

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$5,670
14 days From$3,080
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21 Days Ecuador 360 Loop
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21 Days Ecuador 360 Loop

By Responsible Travel
none
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're focused on reducing harmful impacts of tourism and they focus on creating positive experiences for you, while benefitting communities.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Quito, Ecuador's historical capital deemed the "Middle of the World"
  • Trek deep into the Amazon Rainforest to observe the wildlife
  • Tour the Otavalo Indigenous market, the biggest market in South America
  • Hike up active volcanoes like Quilotoa and Chimborazo
  • Visit Pailón del Diablo, Ecuador's second-tallest waterfall
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, High Adventure, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Nosso sonho era conhecer as ilhas de Galápagos e foi realizado graças ao Joseph que fez um roteiro incrível de viagem para nós e nossos amigos. Nós não tivemos que nos preocupar com nada, traslados, hotéis e passeios todos bem reservados e planejados. Nós recomendamos a empresa e os serviços do Joseph de olhos fechados."

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$8,573
21 days From$4,265
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Mendoza and its Vineyards in 4 days
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Mendoza and its Vineyards in 4 days

By Qwerty Travel Argentina
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They offer a unique way to connect with nature and locals through exciting voyages and expeditions that are sure to take your breath away.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Discover Mendoza
  • Visit the historic Bridge Picheuta, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas
  • Explore Aconcagua Provincial Park
  • Visit two wineries for the selected circuit, touring their facilities and enjoy a tasting of their wines

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Photography

What travelers are saying

"QWERTY travel did an awesome job of planning our trip. After speaking with Constance she offered a couple of optional itineraries. We worked together to tweek them to our specific desires. Our trip was designed just for the two of us and was a total of 25 days. Constance was always available and easy to work with. She planned our trip perfectly and everything went flawlessly. All of the transports and optional excursions were prompt for pickup. The guides spoke good English and very knowledgeable. While on our trip we reached out to Constance to book an additional excursion for the following day which she promptly completed. I cannot say enough positive things about this tour operator and it’s agent."

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$668
4 days From$365
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Northwest of Argentina in 6 days
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Northwest of Argentina in 6 days

By Qwerty Travel Argentina
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They offer a unique way to connect with nature and locals through exciting voyages and expeditions that are sure to take your breath away.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Discover Quebrada de Humahuaca, Cafayate and Salta
  • Visit typical town of “La Quebrada de Humahuaca”: “Purmamarca” and its Hill of the Seven Colors
  • Explore Calchaquies Valleys
  • visit the Pucará, ancient ruins and the Archaeological Museum

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"QWERTY travel did an awesome job of planning our trip. After speaking with Constance she offered a couple of optional itineraries. We worked together to tweek them to our specific desires. Our trip was designed just for the two of us and was a total of 25 days. Constance was always available and easy to work with. She planned our trip perfectly and everything went flawlessly. All of the transports and optional excursions were prompt for pickup. The guides spoke good English and very knowledgeable. While on our trip we reached out to Constance to book an additional excursion for the following day which she promptly completed. I cannot say enough positive things about this tour operator and it’s agent."

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$1,187
6 days From$589
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Peru Unbound
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Peru Unbound

By ROW Adventures
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve been recognized by major travel publications for their pioneering adventure travel expertise that spans back to their founding in 1979.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Peru
  • Visit Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Urubamba
  • See the archaeological, astronomical and religious wonders of the Sacred Valley,
  • Experience a Peruvian Paso horse demonstration during an elegant dinner
  • Kayak to Amantani and Taquile islands on Lake Titicaca
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Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"I have travelled with ROW numerous times, including four trips on the Rogue River. Every trip has been wonderful and every person associated with ROW has been nice, knowledgeable, professional and fun. The Rogue is a great river and the trip is an excellent one for two people or a large group—and I have done both. I’ve taken both of my kids, one time each, and have organized groups of colleagues twice; most recently in 2019 when 14 of us gathered. The guides at ROW are great and help to make the trip very enjoyable. The scenery, lodging and the wonderful outdoors including warm air and refreshing water, make for a wonderful escape from the everyday routine. The fact that this trip offers beds and indoor plumbing is a nice benefit and allows those who have an aversion to camping a chance to see the wilderness. I have recommended ROW and the Rogue trip more times than I can count and my group has already reserved our trip for 2021. What are you waiting for?"

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$5,036
9 days From$3,730
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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

Fabulous Holiday

I had a fabulous holiday to two inspiring places - Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands. Although the journeys were long and tiring everything worked like Clockw...

Tour:  Machu Picchu & Galapagos

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

Lifelong ambition realised

The whole holiday exceeded our expectations. Our guides were exceptional and our group gelled immediately. The number of flights and time spent in airports was tir...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

Truly amazing holiday!

Wow - what an amazing holiday. Truly a holiday of a lifetime! Incredible to see the scale and beauty of Machu Picchu. We walked to the Sun Gate and hiked down i...

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Anonymous

Aug 2016

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

MACHU PICCHU & GALAPAGOS

A wonderful experience combining fabulous Andean scenery and mind boggling Inca archaeology, with the surreal island experience that is Galapagos. Several moments. 1...

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Anonymous

Aug 2016

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

MACHU PICCHU & GALAPAGOS

As usual Exodus provided and supplied a superb trip that lived up to my expectations. Visiit to Machu Pichu site and the whole week sailing and visiting the Galapago...

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