10-Day Andes, Galápagos Island Hopping & Machu Picchu Tour

This 10-day Ecuador and Peru program combines colonial heritage, island wildlife, and iconic Andean archaeology in one seamless journey. The trip begins in Quito, where you are introduced to the Ecuadorian Andes and the city’s UNESCO-listed historic center. From there, you fly to the Galápagos for a land-based stay on Santa Cruz Island, with visits to the highlands, giant tortoises, Tortuga Bay, and a full-day yacht excursion to one visitor site selected from Bartolomé, North Seymour, Plazas, or Santa Fe, depending on availability. After time at leisure and a farewell dinner in Santa Cruz, the itinerary continues to Peru, where Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu complete the experience.

In Peru, the route is designed as a culturally rich but balanced exploration. After arriving in Lima, you continue with a city tour through the historic center before flying to Cusco. The following days include the city and nearby Inca ruins, the Pisac market, Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex, and a rail journey to Machu Picchu with included entrance, bus tickets, and Vistadome train service as listed by the operator. Overall, the program blends South America travel, wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and nature experiences across two of the continent’s most celebrated destinations.