Inca Trail & Galapagos Islands

19 days - from $5010

Trek to the magnificent Inca ruins of Machu Picchu and discover the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands
On this two-part itinerary we first visit the Inca heartland of Peru, discovering the archaeological sites and stunning scenery of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley before starting out on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The trek takes us over high passes and to Inca temples and fortresses before we arrive at the famous 'lost city'. In complete contrast, we explore the amazing flora and fauna of the Galapagos Archipelago, accompanied by experienced naturalist guides. Our sleep-on-board cruise on a small motor yacht allows us access to areas larger boats cannot reach and also has minimal environmental impact. 

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Cuzco; free time to explore city. 2 Optional visit to Sacred Valley; time for sightseeing or rafting. 3-4-5-6 Inca Trail trek from Km82 to Machu Picchu. 7 Visit Machu Picchu; guided tour of site. Return to Cuzco by train. 8 Free time. 9 Fly to Lima; optional visit to Gold Museum. 10 Fly to Quito; afternoon city tour. 11 Fly to Galapagos; board boat. 12-13-14-15-16-17-18 Galapagos cruise, see trip notes for itinerary details; fly to Quito. 19 End Quito.

Mode of travel: 4 days point-to-point walking with full porterage. Altitude maximum 4200m, average 3050m. Low altitude on Galapagos.
Group size: Normally 2 to 16, plus leaders and appropriate local staff. Registered guide on Galapagos Islands.
Accommodation: 8 nights hotels with en suite facilities, 4 nights full-service camping and 7 nights on motor yacht in twin berth cabins with private facilities.
Food: All breakfasts, 12 lunches and 11 dinners included.
Local Taxes: (Galapagos Tax US$100 and Galapagos Tourist Card US$10) PAID LOCALLY - CAD
Optional Single Supplement: from $262.50
Trip Reference: TPP
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: NB: Land only price excludes all flights except Quito to Galapagos return.
Trip Reference: TPP