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Chasing the Marvels: Machu Picchu and the Galapagos

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From Cusco to San Cristóbal Island

5.0 (16 reviews)

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Operator: Authentic Ecuador
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 10
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Cusco
Cusco
Start point
Cusco, Peru (Pick-up from Cusco airport)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore charming streets of Cusco city center
Day 2
Cusco
Cusco
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Dishes prepared during cooking class)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- San Pedro Market visit and local ingredients learning experience
- Hands-on cooking class: trout ceviche, lomo saltado, Andean dessert preparation
- Pisco sour mixology with head bartender
- Lunch featuring prepared dishes
- City tour visiting Cusco Cathedral
- Visit Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha)
- Visit Sacsayhuaman fortress
- Archaeological site visit: Qenqo
- Archaeological site visit: Puca Pucará
- Archaeological site visit: Tambomachay
Landmarks
San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral
Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha)
Sacsayhuaman
Qenqo
Puca Pucará
Tambomachay
Day 3
Cusco to Sacred Valley
Cusco to Sacred Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Regional flavors)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Pisaq Market visit
- Ollantaytambo fortress exploration
- Lunch with regional flavors
Landmarks
Pisaq Market
Ollantaytambo
Day 4
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Scenic train ride from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu
- Shared guided excursion to Machu Picchu ruins
- Return train journey to Cusco
Landmarks
Machu Picchu
Day 5
Rainbow Mountain
Rainbow Mountain
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch amidst stunning backdrop)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through the Andes
- Guided hike to Rainbow Mountain summit
- Lunch with mountain views
Landmarks
Rainbow Mountain
Day 6
Cusco to Quito
Cusco to Quito
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (4-Star Airport Hotel)
Day 7
Santa Cruz Island
Santa Cruz Island
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local ranch with giant tortoises)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Cross Itabaca Channel to Santa Cruz Island
- Santa Cruz highlands visit
- Galapagos Giant Tortoises observation
- Lunch at local ranch
- Charles Darwin Research Station visit
Landmarks
Galapagos Ecological Airport
Charles Darwin Research Station
Day 8
El Garrapatero Beach
El Garrapatero Beach
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- El Garrapatero Beach visit
- Leisurely shoreline walk
- Kayaking in calm waters and hidden coves
- Wildlife observation: sea lions, iguanas, seabirds, sally lightfoot crabs
Optional Activities
- Flamingo spotting (weather dependent)
Landmarks
El Garrapatero Beach
Day 9
Uninhabited Island Excursion
Uninhabited Island Excursion
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Warm meal served on board)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Boat ride to uninhabited island
- Island exploration with unique landscapes and wildlife
- Meal served on board
- Snorkeling experience
Landmarks
Bartolomé Island
North Seymour Island
Santa Fe Island
South Plaza Island
Day 10
San Cristobal Island
San Cristobal Island
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Public speedboat ride to San Cristobal Island
- Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center visit
- Tijeretas Hill visit
- Frigatebird observation
Landmarks
Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center
Tijeretas Hill
Day 11
360° Tour
360° Tour
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunchbox)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (3-Star Hotel)
Included Activities
- Bahía Rosa Blanca visit and snorkeling
- Punta Pitt visit with wildlife observation
- Bahía Sardina visit with water activities
- León Dormido (Kicker Rock) snorkeling
Landmarks
Bahía Rosa Blanca
Punta Pitt
Bahía Sardina
León Dormido (Kicker Rock)
Day 12
San Cristobal Island Departure
San Cristobal Island Departure
End point
Avenida Alsacio Northia, San Cristóbal - Galápagos, 2001, Ecuador (Drop-off at San Cristobal airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Last glimpse of Galapagos Islands

Landmarks
San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral
Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha)
Sacsayhuaman
Qenqo
Puca Pucará
Tambomachay

Landmarks
Pisaq Market
Ollantaytambo

Landmarks
Machu Picchu

Landmarks
Rainbow Mountain

Landmarks
Galapagos Ecological Airport
Charles Darwin Research Station

Landmarks
El Garrapatero Beach

Landmarks
Bartolomé Island
North Seymour Island
Santa Fe Island
South Plaza Island

Landmarks
Gianni Arismendy Interpretation Center
Tijeretas Hill

Landmarks
Bahía Rosa Blanca
Punta Pitt
Bahía Sardina
León Dormido (Kicker Rock)

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3-Star Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
4-Star Airport Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 6

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Robin5.0•May 2026
Our experience with TourRader was great. Even before our trip Paul was readily available to answer all my questions....
Our experience with TourRader was great. Even before our trip Paul was readily available to answer all my questions. They were very flexible, I did not think I would be able to climb Cotopaxi. Our tour guide was able to develop an alternative day. It was one of the best of our 4 week trip. At the end of our tour we found ourselves we hour between flights. Paul was able to find us a guide to tak us around. The second part of our trip we spent in the Yasuni National Park were we saw a great variety of animals and flora. We really appreciated that we were able to stay in the Kichwa Aňague Community and learn about their culture. Knowing that they are using ecotourism to help preserve their culture as well as the rainforest made us feel good about spending our vacation with them. The lodge, food and staff including the guides were great. On this trip we always felt we were being cared for even with multiple flights and boat rides. To top it off I had left my hat in a guides car. I had it returned to me before we flew home.Show more
Maria5.0•April 2026
Good balance of activities. Great tour guide. Very original and unique ideas to explore. Excellent insight into...
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Chien5.0•March 2026
I went on this tour with my wife and two other couples. Ariel was very communicative and helpful as I added one...
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Plan your adventure:

Chasing the Marvels: Machu Picchu and the Galapagos

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Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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