The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise and Machu Picchu trip offers the best of each destination: great wildlife viewing in the Galapagos, and amazing culture and history in Peru. The Angelito I Galapagos Cruise is a perfect trip for travelers seeking a quality Galapagos cruise experience — good guides, service and wildlife-rich itineraries — without the high end prices for fancy accommodations. In Peru, you will see the most impressive Inca ruins, charming Andean villages, and stunning Peruvian countryside on a tour that captures all the area’s must-see sites. Trip Lengths: 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands, Cusco, Sacred Valley, & Machu Picchu Lodging: Boutique Hotels & Tourist Superior Class Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, Inca ruins, indigenous markets
Comfortable, mid-sized, and stable sister ships that travel together through the Galapagos Islands. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 32 passenger first-class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, walking, kayaking (optional), scuba diving (optional)
A small, comfortable yacht ideal for those on a budget who still want a quality guide and nice itinerary. Trip Length: 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: 16-Passenger, tourist class motor yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling
This is a great trip for seasoned travelers and/or those looking to keep costs down. You'll walk, sea kayak, bike (optional), and snorkel your way through the Galapagos, joining onto shared tours each day. With evenings free and suggested self-guided excursions you gain access to the park through your guided excursions while still keeping your autonomy to enjoy and explore the islands on your own. Trip Length: 5 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: Mid-range (3-star) Comfort hotels, or luxury (4-5 star) Premium hotels Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, kayaking, naturalist walks, optional biking
Explore the best of Peru and Ecuador: Machu Picchu, the Amazon basin, and the Galapagos Islands. Travel to the Amazon basin in southern Peru, home to incredible wildlife. Experience this amazing ecosystem from the comfort of the Tambopata Research Center, a remote rainforest lodges adjacent to one of the largest parrot and macaw clay licks in the world, making for incredible wildlife viewing. Hike to incredible Inca ruins in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before hiking the one day Royal Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, arriving on foot through the Sun Gate just like the Incas did. Complete your journey with a 5 or 7 day cruise through the Galapagos Islands, the "Enchanted Isles." Living on board the luxurious first class Treasure of the Galapagos Catamaran, you travel from island to island observing the wildlife up close by kayak, foot, and snorkeling. Trip Lengths: 15 or 17 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Amazon, Galapagos Islands Lodging: Boutique and charming 3-star plus hotels in Peru & Quito, a first class lodge in the Amazon, and a first class catamaran in the Galapagos Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins, cultural experiences, wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking
Trek the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and then swim with the sea lions on a cruise through the enchanted Galapagos Islands. The trip begins with acclimatizing hikes to impressive ruins in Cusco and the Sacred Valley to help get you acclimatize, but also because these sites shouldn’t be missed! On this unique 5 day Inca Trail trek you begin hiking after the hordes have departed on the traditional trek, so you can hike and camp in relative solitude away from the masses of other trekkers. This schedule also gives you more time to explore ruins along the way and at Machu Picchu. In the Galapagos Islands, you board the Archipel I & II Catamarans for a cruise around the islands. You experience the unique ecosystems of each island and see tons of incredible wildlife by walking, kayaking, and snorkeling. Trip Length: 14 or 18 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Galapagos Islands Lodging: Comfortable camping, boutique 3-star plus hotels, and tourist superior cruise Activities: Trekking, Inca ruins, cultural experiences, naturalist walks, kayaking, snorkeling, wildlife viewing
The luxurious Origin, Theory, & Evolve Galapagos Cruise and Machu Picchu trip offers the best of each destination: great wildlife viewing in the Galapagos, and amazing culture and history in Peru. The Origin, Theory, & Evolve yachts have 2 naturalists on board, meaning your nature walks have fewer travelers to each guide. In Peru, you take in the very best Inca sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, and culminating in a deep exploration of the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu. World-class local guides get you away from the crowds for this fascinating exploration of the Inca Empire and the Enchanted Islands. Trip Length: 14 Days Destination: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, & Cusco, Peru / Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Lodging: Luxury hotels & yacht Activities: Inca ruins, indigenous markets, cultural experiences, wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding
The EcoGalaxy Catamaran Galapagos Cruise and Machu Picchu trip combines a 5 or 6 day naturalist cruise in the islands with immersive culture tours in Peru. The EcoGalaxy is one of the most efficient first class boats out there! Providing a spacious, stable and comfortable cruise with high quality service, delicious food, knowledgeable guides and professional crew. The Machu Picchu portion hits the highlights in Cusco, the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu with enriching opportunities to delve into the musical, agricultural and culinary worlds of both contemporary & ancient Peru. Trip Lengths: 12 Days or 13 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands, Ecuador; Cusco, the Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: 16-Passenger, First Class catamaran in Galapagos & boutique or deluxe hotels in Peru Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, historic & cultural tours, Inca ruins, day walks
The Bonita Galapagos Cruise is a budget friendly, spacious and comfortable yacht, with capacity for 16 passengers, kayaking, and stand up paddle boarding. Trip Length: 5, 7, 9, 11, or 15 Days. Trips longer than those listed combine above trips. Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 passenger Tourist Superior Yacht Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding
Experience the best Inca sites on day hikes around Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and Machu Picchu, then relax in in comfortable, local boutique hotels at night. You will experience Peru like no other tourists and you will even get to hike the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot via the Gate of the Sun, just like the Incas did centuries ago. The 16 passenger Beluga Motor Yacht provides a first-class experience in the Galapagos Islands from start to finish. Enchanted Expeditions, operators of the Beluga, has operated in the Galapagos for approximately 30 years and consistently impresses clients with attention to detail and customer service. Sea kayaks on board make this a more active cruise. Trip Length: 13 or 15 Days Destinations: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, & Cusco, Peru; and Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Lodging: Boutique & charming hotels, and a first class yacht Activities: Day hikes, Inca ruins, wildlife viewing, snorkeling, naturalist walks, & kayaking
Discover the Galapagos Islands on board the Archipel I Galapagos Catamaran, a very stable and comfortable cruise, with excellent long and short wildlife itineraries. Trip Length: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, or 15 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: 16 passenger, Tourist Superior Catamaran Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking
Hike the best trails around Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, plus a hike to Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Royal Inca Trail. Then explore three unique islands in the Galapagos by kayak, stand up paddle board (optional), snorkel, bike, and hiking on a 6-day land-based Galapagos adventure. A perfect 13 Day Galapagos and Machu Picchu adventure! Trip Length: 13 Days Destination: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Royal Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristobal Island Lodging: 3-Star Hotels in the Galapagos, 3-Star Plus Hotels in Peru Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, Inca ruins, markets, cultural experiences
This is the perfect trip for divers to get in a day or more of Scuba diving before joining a naturalist cruise, multisport adventure, or other trip in the Galapagos Islands. You'll have daily excursions to fantastic diving sites with loads of incredible wildlife, and nights in a comfortable hotel in the lively town of Puerto Ayora. Trip Length: 3, 4, 5, or 6 days Destination: Galapagos Islands Lodging: Budget, Tourist Superior, or First Class Hotel Activities: Scuba Diving
For those who want to see and do a lot, but don’t have a ton of time, this adventure combo is perfect. Explore the history of the Incas in Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas by whitewater rafting, hiking, and mountain biking before finally hiking the last day of the Inca Trail to arrive to Machu Picchu on foot through the Gate of the Sun. Hike, SUP, bike, kayak and snorkel your way across 3 diverse islands in the Galapagos Islands on this action packed 6-day multisport adventure, checking out the Galapagos’ iconic wildlife all along the way. Trip Length: 13 Days Destinations: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Royal Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristobal Island Lodging: 3-Star Hotels in the Galapagos, 3-Star Plus Hotels in Peru Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, Inca ruins, markets, cultural experiences
Actively explore 3 islands in the Galapagos to see the iconic wildlife Unique 5-day Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu Hike off the beaten path to explore Cusco & the Sacred Valley Trip Length: 16 Days Destinations: Santa Cruz, Isabela, & San Cristobal Islands, Galapagos; Cusco, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, & Machu Picchu, Peru Lodging: 3-star hotels in the Galapagos, 3-star plus hotels in Peru, & comfortable tent camping on the Inca Trail Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding, multi-day trekking, Inca ruins Dates: Trips begin every Sunday, March to December
Families who love to recreate outdoors will love the Galapagos Family Adventure as it is designed for kids of all ages to experience the Galapagos islands' famous wildlife while paddling, hiking, biking, and snorkeling. You will explore four very diverse Islands, included an uninhabited island, to experience the incredible diversity of wildlife in the Galapagos. With evenings free and suggested self-guided excursions you gain access to the park through your guided excursions while still keeping your autonomy to enjoy and explore the islands on your own. A couple of days in Quito before the Galapagos round out your adventure. Trip Length: 10 Days Destination: Quito, San Cristobal Island, Española Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island Lodging: Mid-range (3-star) lodges Activities: Family kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, snorkeling, wildlife viewing
For the adventurous family this is the ultimate active Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu adventure. Designed with families in mind, you will experience the best of Machu Picchu and the Cusco area by hiking, stand up paddle boarding, chocolate making, traditional barbecues, and Inca ruins, including arriving on foot into Machu Picchu on the 1-Day Inca Trail trek. Next you'll hike, sea kayak, and snorkel your way through three different Galapagos Islands, seeing all of the incredible wildlife up close. Trip Length: 14 Days Destination: San Cristobal Island, Isabela Island and Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos Islands, and Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and the 1-day Inca Trail in Peru Lodging: 3-star and 3-star plus hotels Activities: Day hikes, sea kayaking, snorkeling, biking, Inca ruins, stand up paddle boarding, wildlife viewing
For those who want to see and do a lot, but don't have a ton of time, this land-based Galapagos adventure is perfect. Hike, SUP, bike, kayak and snorkel your way across 3 diverse islands in the Galapagos Islands on this action packed 6-day multisport adventure, checking out the Galapagos' iconic wildlife all along the way. Trip Length: 6 Days Destinations: Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, San Cristobal Island Lodging: 3-Star Hotels in the Galapagos Activities: Wildlife viewing, snorkeling, hiking, optional surfing or boogie boarding, optional Scuba diving, optional kayaking, optional stand up paddle boarding
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) with penguins, sharks, marine iguanas, turtles, and playful sea lions on this active Galapagos Islands adventure. Led by expert adventure and naturalist guides, you'll come face to face with the iconic wildlife of the Galapagos by the human powered actives of hiking, snorkeling, and stand up paddling. Trip Length: 7 Days Destination: San Cristobal, Isabela, & Santa Cruz Islands, Galapagos Lodging: Comfort or Premium Hotels Activities: Hiking, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and stand up paddle boarding
The luxurious 20-passenger each Origin, Theory, and Evolve Galapagos Yachts are sister ships custom designed for comfort and sustainability. The sophisticated design maximizes ocean views from the ten deluxe staterooms on the main deck and the expansive indoor and outdoor social and observation areas. The Origin, Theory, and Evolve offer world-class service and amenities while saving fuel and treading gently on the earth. The itineraries are carefully designed so you will experience the best of the Galapagos, while the inspired gourmet style menus, open bar policy, and sun deck and hot tub will keep you comfortable and happy. Trip Length: 8 Days Destination: Galapagos Islands Accommodations: Luxury yachts with 20 passengers each Activities: Wildlife viewing, naturalist walks, snorkeling, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding
Ecuador is a small but incredibly diverse nation, making it easy to explore some of the most unique ecosystems on the planet in one trip. On the Andes, Amazon & Galapagos Premium Multisport you will explore all three of these amazing ecosystems by hiking, biking, rafting, sea kayaking, and snorkeling, while staying in comfortable lodges at night. Trip Length: 11 or 13 Days Destination: Quito, Otavalo Market, Papallacta Hot Springs, Cloud forest, Baños, Cotopaxi National Park, San Cristobal Island, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island (optional) Lodging: Comfortable hacienda, lodges, and hotels Activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Whitewater Rafting, Sea Kayaking, and Snorkeling