Hotel del Parque, Guayaquil
Guayaquil might be known to travellers as a port-stop en route to the Galápagos, but the opening of the chic Hotel del Parque puts this s... Read more
Discover natural and man-made wonders, from Ecuador to Peru, on a journey that includes a four-night cruise in the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands, an exclusive visit to a village in the Sacred Valley and a guided exploration of Machu Picchu, the awe-inspiring “Lost City” of the Incas.
Journey Highlights
Arrive in tropical Guayaquil, gateway to the Galápagos, where you are met and transferred to your hotel.
Hotel del Parque
Fly to Baltra in the Galápagos Islands. After a welcome briefing, enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, begin exploring the Galápagos, starting at South Plaza Island. Observe the native flora, such as the prickly pear cactus, a favourite snack of the land iguana that roam the island like real-life dragons. Scan the coastline for playful sea lion and colourful wild birds. Tonight (and each evening) back aboard your expedition ship, enjoy a variety of all-ages activities designed to capture the imaginations of young explorers, including fun quizzes, making handicrafts and learning some Spanish words.
‘La Pinta’ | Meals: BLD
Today, discover Santa Fe Island, boarding a panga (small boat) for a brief ride to its idyllic sandy-white beaches. Walk the onshore terrain, keeping a lookout for wild residents: a curious sea lion coming to greet you, a Galápagos hawk perched atop salt bushes or a Santa Fe land iguana sunning itself on a rock. Then, snorkel and swim along a natural wave barrier or ride in a glass-bottom boat for a cool glimpse into life beneath the waves. Break for lunch back on board as you set a course toward San Cristobal Island. Disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and drive to the breeding centre for highly endangered giant tortoise at Cerro Colorado, set in a fantastic deciduous forest.
‘La Pinta’ | Meals: BLD
Land on San Cristobal Island and set out on a trail that ascends from the beach to a lookout offering you spectacular shoreline views. Observe frigatebird and a colony of sea lion, and, if conditions are favourable, swim from the beach. After lunch on board, take a panga to Cerro Brujo and walk the same sandy shore once trod by Charles Darwin, the 19th-century English naturalist whose theory of evolution began with the firsthand observations he made of life in the Galápagos.
‘La Pinta’ | Meals: BLD
Begin at Punta Suárez, walking on lava terrain to visit the island’s seabird colonies. Depending on the time of year, you may spy soaring waved albatross, booby or swallow-tail gull; watch for marine iguana, too. After lunch aboard, cruise Gardner Bay and go ashore to observe sea lion, mockingbird and various species of finch. The bay has a magnificent beach, a great place to snorkel, kayak or ride a glass-bottomed boat.
‘La Pinta’ | Meals: BLD
Disembark on Santa Cruz Island to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn about the captive rearing program for giant tortoise. Transfer to the airport to fly to mainland Ecuador, and then board a connecting flight to Lima, Peru. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport | Meals: BL
Fly to Cusco, located more than 3,352 metres above sea level, where you are met and transferred to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. En route, visit a sanctuary to interact with the South American camelid species living there — such as llama and alpaca — and learn about the valuable fibres created from their coats. Then, visit the beautiful Hacienda Sarapampa for a Chef’s Table experience. Enjoy lunch with the owner, who cordially shares his family’s history in farming and shows you around the farm.
Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: BLD
Today, visit Moray, a fascinating archaeological site comprising a series of concentric agricultural terraces, some almost 152 metres deep. Then, journey to a remote mountain village, where you experience ancient agricultural methods used for centuries, on an A&K-exclusive experience. Continue to the Children of the Rainbow school, a project supported by A&K Philanthropy, where you enjoy lunch and take in an equestrian performance featuring Paso Fino horses. Return to your hotel to enjoy a relaxing Scenic Sundowner before dinner.
Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: BLD
Visit the imposing fortress of Ollantaytambo, with its massive stone terraces, and journey deep into the Andes toward Machu Picchu by train. Alternatively (at an additional cost), start toward Machu Picchu by train, stopping at KM 104 to disembark and hike to the Sun Gate above the Incan citadel. Overlooking the Urubamba River, Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century at the height of the Inca Empire. Although this “Lost City” was revealed to the rest of the world by American Hiram Bingham in 1911, its location was long known to locals. Its original purpose, however, remains a matter of some conjecture, as the Incas left no written records. As you wander amid the age-old stone walls, picture life here as it might have been. Tonight, stay in the only hotel on site, just steps from the entrance.
Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu | Meals: BLD
Rise with the sun and join your expert guide to walk through Machu Picchu in the early morning mist before the crowds arrive. After your explorations, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Ollantaytambo by train, savouring incomparable views of the mountain scenery that surrounds you. On arrival, transfer to your Cusco hotel, a 400-year-old architectural treasure that was once a monastery. Tonight, relax or stroll this ancient Incan capital on your own.
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco | Meals: BL
Discover Cusco on a city excursion that includes the Gothic Renaissance-style Cathedral Basilica on the Plaza de Armas and the Santo Domingo Temple, a Dominican church built on the foundations of the Koricancha, the Incas’ principal religious building. Later, visit Sacsayhuaman, a testament to Incan architectural skill. Compiled from colossal stones, its walls were cut and placed together with incredible precision and without a drop of mortar to hold them in place. Back in Cusco, stop for lunch at a local restaurant near the plaza. Afterward, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to relax or shop. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner at an elegant Cusco restaurant.
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco | Meals: BLD
This morning, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:
Later today, fly to Lima and connect with your homebound flight.
Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport (dayroom) | Meals: B
Internal air included: Guayaquil/Baltra/Guayaquil/Lima/Cusco; Cusco/Lima
For a supplement, Hike the Inca Trail from KM 104 as an optional activity on departures from April through December. This full-day high-altitude hike is challenging and over steep and uneven terrain. A good level of physical fitness and appropriate footwear is necessary.
This journey contains some active elements.
Minimum age is 10 years.
First group event: welcome briefing at 6:15 a.m. on Day 2.
Last group event: return to Lima airport in the afternoon on Day 12.
Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests.
Please note: ‘La Pinta’ is a stylish expedition vessel ideal for small-group exploration. The ship and its shore excursions are shared with other passengers.
Talk to one of our expert Journey Designers or your travel agent about booking this tour as a private journey for your own small group with family or friends. Or, if you would prefer to travel privately, find out more about creating the perfect bespoke tailor-made journey based on this itinerary.
Contact one of our Journey Designers to start planning your itinerary.
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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
| Apr 2, 2025 - Apr 13, 2025 |
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| Price AU$27,245pp | Single Supplement AU$13,770 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
| Apr 16, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025 |
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| Price AU$27,245pp | Single Supplement AU$13,770 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
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| Sep 17, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025 |
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| Oct 1, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025 |
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| Price AU$27,245pp | Single Supplement AU$13,770 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
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