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10 days

Galapagos Island to Machu Picchu Getaway

Combine two of South America's most iconic destinations - the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu - in one unforgettable adventure.

Duration

10 days

Group Size

2-12

Max Altitude

4300m

Destination

peru

Overview

Combine two of South America's most iconic destinations - the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu - in one unforgettable adventure.

Trip Highlights

  • Explore the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands
  • See giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, and marine iguanas
  • Visit the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu
  • Experience the Sacred Valley of the Incas
  • Explore colonial Cusco and its rich history
  • Scenic train journey to Aguas Calientes
  • Guided tours with expert naturalists and archaeologists
  • Combine two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one trip

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Galapagos

Meals: lunch, dinnerStay: Galapagos cruise ship or island hotel
Day 2

Galapagos Island Exploration

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinnerStay: Galapagos cruise ship or island hotel
Day 3

Galapagos Wildlife Adventures

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinnerStay: Galapagos cruise ship or island hotel
Day 4

Galapagos Final Day

Meals: breakfast, lunchStay: Hotel in Guayaquil or Quito
Day 5

Flight to Peru - Cusco

Meals: breakfastStay: Hotel in Cusco
Day 6

Cusco City Tour

Meals: breakfastStay: Hotel in Cusco
Day 7

Sacred Valley

Meals: breakfast, lunchStay: Hotel in Sacred Valley
Day 8

Train to Machu Picchu

Meals: breakfastStay: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Day 9

Machu Picchu

Meals: breakfastStay: Hotel in Cusco
Day 10

Departure

Meals: breakfastStay: N/A - departure day

What's Included

  • All domestic flights (Galapagos - Quito/Guayaquil - Lima - Cusco)
  • Galapagos National Park entrance fee
  • Galapagos cruise or island-hopping accommodation
  • All meals in Galapagos
  • Hotel accommodations in Peru (3 or 4-star based on package)
  • Train tickets to Machu Picchu
  • Machu Picchu entrance ticket
  • Sacred Valley tour
  • Professional English-speaking guides throughout
  • All ground transportation
  • Airport transfers

Not Included

  • International flights to/from South America
  • Travel insurance (required)
  • Galapagos Transit Control Card (~$20)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Meals not specified in itinerary
  • Optional activities and excursions
  • Alcoholic beverages

Pricing

Starting from

$4,500

per person

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