Machu Picchu & Galapagos
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Highlights
- Visit the standout attractions in both Peru and Ecuador on one unforgettable adventure
- Take a beautiful train ride to Machu Picchu, one of the New Wonders of the World
- Hike a section of the Inca Trail at no extra cost
- Visit Isla Lobos to relax on white sands and, hopefully, swim with sharks
- See pirate lava caves and giant tortoises in the highlands of Floreana
- Snorkel the wildlife-rich islets of Las Tintoreras, home to sharks, penguins and sea lions
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Trip includes
- All breakfasts and five lunches included
- All accommodation
- All land/sea transport and listed activities
- Tour leader in Peru and a second tour leader in the Galapagos
- Arrival transfers
- Flights between Cuzco and Quito
- Return flights from Quito to the Galapagos
Itinerary
Welcome to Cuzco! Set high amid the altiplano, the imperial city of the Incas was the centre of a vast empire, which stretched from Colombia to Chile at its peak. After Spanish conquistadors invaded the city, they built on top of the Inca structures, resulting in uniq...
Explore the heart of the Inca empire this morning, seeing the highlights of Cuzco both in and above the city. In the centre, Cuzco Cathedral and Qoricancha (Sun Temple) feature arguably the finest examples of Inca stone craft. On the hill overlooking Cuzco, we visit t...
After breakfast, we travel (1hr 15min) through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, on the outskirts of Cuzco, as we head up to the traditional weaving community of Chinchero. Along with amazing views of the valley and Vilcabamba mountains, Chinchero offers the unique cult...
Take the train (1hr 30min) to Aguas Calientes this morning, a lively town in the valley below Machu Picchu. The rest of the day is free to visit hot springs or shop in the large craft market. Our Machu Picchu entrance ticket is valid for tomorrow; however, should you...
To beat the day-trippers from Cuzco, we get an early start for our 30-minute bus drive up the winding road to Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu is an architectural and engineering marvel with a mountain backdrop of staggering immensity. The Spaniards never found it, the Inca...
Say goodbye to our Peruvian tour leader today, as we leave Cuzco on a flight to Quito, Ecuador, via Lima. In the western cordillera of the Andes, Quito is the second highest capital in the world and, as always at altitude, it is a good idea not to do anything too strenuous at first! Classic accommodation: Hotel Vieja Cuba (or similar)
We have a half-day tour of Quito today, one of the smaller and more attractive capitals in South America. Our adventure takes us to the Plaza Grande, the main square, which is flanked by some of the most important landmarks in the city. We also visit the impressive Qu...
Transfer to Quito Airport and fly to San Cristóbal in the Galapagos. Your Galapagos tour leader (an official naturalist guide) takes you from the airport to the hotel for check-in and our first briefing about our time in the archipelago. We have time to explore the to...
Start your day with an exciting tour to Isla Lobos, a small island near San Cristóbal. This excursion takes you by boat to one of the best spots for observing sea lions in their natural habitat. Isla Lobos is also an excellent location for birdwatching, including frig...
A three-hour navigation by motorboat takes us to Floreana, one of the first Galapagos islands to be inhabited. En route, we may see whales, dolphins and sea birds. After lunch, we visit the highlands, home to one of the few sources of freshwater in the entire archipel...
Spend 45 minutes sailing to the islets and lava channels of Las Tintoreras, one of the best places in the islands to see whitetip reef sharks, penguins and sea lions, with time to snorkel. On this morning excursion, we may be lucky enough to spot the endangered Chatha...
Navigate by motorboat (two hours to 2hr 30min) to Santa Cruz and have breakfast at our hotel. After, we visit Tortuga Bay, a long stretch of white sand regarded as one of the best beaches in the Galapagos. The trail there is paved and takes 45 minutes to one hour, wit...
Visit either Bartolomé Island, South Plaza Island, Santa Fe Island or North Seymour (depending on national park restrictions). South Plaza has a remarkable vegetation of succulents and cacti that provide a unique habitat for land iguanas. The iguanas form small col...
After a few days following the footsteps of Darwin, Cousteau and world-renowned scientists, it is time to say goodbye to the Enchanted Islands. After breakfast, we drive (one hour) to the airport at Baltra and fly to Quito for our final night. Classic accommodation: Vieja Cuba Hotel (or similar)
Our adventure ends after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to continue your adventure, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay in Quito.
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What's excluded
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
- Compulsory Galapagos taxes approximately US$220, paid locally
- Flights between Cuzco and Quito (if booking excluding flights)
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If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.
Period before departure in which you notify us
From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
- 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started
Cancellation charge
Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
- 100% of the total holiday cost.
For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:
Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)
Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.
179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.
119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.
89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost.
59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.
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