Peru - Galapagos and Inca Trail Adventure, 17 days Quito to Cusco
Adventure Details
Prepare for a unique adventure packed full of ancient sights and breathtaking beauty as you journey from the bustle of Quito, through the breathtaking Galapagos, to the colonial heart of the Incas in Cuzco. Discover the charm of the unique Galapagos wildlife, hike the ancient Inca Trail, take on beguiling Lima and relax in the colonial charm of Cuzco.
* Important- Full passport details will be needed to secure the Inca Trail Pass (the one you will be travelling on). You also need to budget seperately for approx USD$125 for meals not included and Galapagos park entry fee USD $100 (Subject to change) and USD$10 Transit Control Card. Both paid on the ground to the relevant government authorities.
Day 1 Quito
Resting beneath Volcan Pichincha at an altitude of 2,850 m, Quito is one of South America's most scenic cities. Discover the heart of Quito with a stroll through its atmospheric streets.
Days 2-3 Isla San Cristobal
Get active and mountain bike through the highlands of this scenic island. Drop into Isla de Lobos for the chance to go snorkelling with sea lions. Keep eyes peeled for rare birdlife before returning to Isla San Cristobal.
Days 4-6 Isla Isabela
View the surrounding islands from the top of Isabela's Sierra Negra volcano, the second largest crater in the world. See the giant waves crash against Punta Suarez's jagged cliffs, home to many large bird colonies. See and learn about the Galapagos' famed giant tortoises on a visit to a breeding centre. Travel by truck to the convict-built Wall of Tears, a reminder of this island's penal colony past.
Day 7 Isla Santa Cruz
Get up close to the famous Galapagos tortoises in their natural environment. After this unforgettable wildlife encounter, explore amazing lava tunnels and the white-sand beaches of Tortuga Bay.
Day 8 Isla Santa Fe/ Isla San Cristobal
Observe unique species brought back from the brink of extinction at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Snorkel with marine life in a beautiful bay on Isla Santa Fe.
Day 9 Isla Rabida/ Quito
Visit Isla Rabida for some snorkelling and Isla Bartolome, home to an extinct volcano. Fly back to Quito to enjoy a night on the town.
Day 10 Lima
With churches, palaces and ornate colonial mansions, Lima is a great city to explore by foot.
Day 11 Cuzco
One of the Andes' most charming cities, Cuzco overflows with Spanish-colonial buildings and the ruins of ancient temples.
Day 12 Ollantaytambo/ Sacred Valley
Travel through the farming land and small villages of the Sacred Valley. Spend the night in the historic town of Ollantaytambo.
Days 13-16 Inca Trail/ Machu Picchu/ Cuzco
Follow the ancient paths of the Inca Empire on a trek that takes in ruins, mountain scenery and rich subtropical jungle. On the final morning, climb the steps to Intipunku, the Sun Gate, and watch magnificent Machu Picchu rising from the mist. Rest weary legs on the return train trip to Cuzco.
Day 17 Cuzco
Relax at a cafe on Plaza de Armas and make a toast to an unforgettable adventure.
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