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- Destination: Peru, Ecuador
- Duration: 12 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This 12-day journey introduces you to the highlights of Peru and Ecuador. Explore remarkable Inca archaeological sites such as Machu Picchu, Huaca Huallamarca, Sacsayhuamán, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Discover the rich history and local traditions as you stroll through the streets of Lima, Cusco, and Quito. You will also enjoy a cruise through the Galapagos Islands, with the freedom to choose activities that match your interests and enhance your island experience.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
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Peru
Lima: Main Plazas, Huaca Huallamarca
Cusco: Coricancha, Cusco Cathedral
Sacred Valley: Pisac Market, Ollantaytambo
Machu Picchu
7 - 12
Ecuador
Quito: Middle of the World
Galapagos Islands: Cruising
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Lima
Welcome to Lima, the vibrant capital of Peru! Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our representative holding an Odynovo sign with your name just outside Customs. You’ll then be transferred to your hotel in the Miraflores district. After check-in, feel free to unwind in your room or head out to sample some of Peru’s renowned cuisine.
Optional: If you have a passion for food, you may join a Lima culinary group tour in the afternoon (approximately 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm) to experience the city’s rich gastronomic culture.
- Lima
- Day 2: Lima City Tour
This morning, set out with your private guide and driver for a sightseeing tour of Lima’s historic center. Stroll through Plaza Mayor, the birthplace and historic heart of the city, where you’ll see notable landmarks such as the Government Palace and other impressive colonial buildings. Continue to the San Francisco Monastery and explore its famous underground catacombs. The tour then proceeds to the San Isidro district, Lima’s financial hub, which is also home to several cultural sites. Here, you’ll visit Huaca Huallamarca, an important pre-Columbian pyramid and archaeological site. On the return to Miraflores, enjoy sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean as you pass the Park of Love and the Larcomar shopping complex.
The remainder of the day is free for you to continue exploring Lima at your leisure.
Note: Huaca Huallamarca is closed on Mondays.
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- Lima
- Day 3: Lima – Cusco | Cusco City Tour
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed and escorted to your hotel for check-in and a brief rest.
In the afternoon, set out on a guided city tour of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Coricancha, once the most sacred temple of the Inca civilization. Continue to the Cusco Cathedral, home to an impressive collection of colonial art and archaeological treasures. Conclude the tour at Sacsayhuamán, the remarkable Inca fortress where you’ll gain deeper insight into the history of the Inca Empire.
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- Cusco
- Day 4: Cusco – Sacred Valley – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Begin the day with a private excursion through the Sacred Valley. Start at the Pisac Archaeological Park, where you can admire a variety of Inca structures dating back to the 10th and 11th centuries. Next, visit the lively Pisac Market, filled with colorful stalls offering traditional handmade crafts. Continue on to the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Park, an impressive showcase of Inca engineering and architectural skill.
Later, board a train to Aguas Calientes (your guide will not accompany you on the train journey). Upon arrival, you will be met by a local representative and escorted to your hotel.
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- Aguas Calientes
- Day 5: Aguas Calientes – Cusco | Machu Picchu Visit
This morning, board a shuttle bus (approximately 30 minutes; ticket included) to Machu Picchu to explore this legendary Inca citadel. With your guide, admire the remarkable mortar-free limestone constructions from the mid-15th century and learn more about the history and mysteries of the famed “Lost City of the Incas.”
In the afternoon, return by shuttle bus (ticket included) to Aguas Calientes. After checking out of your hotel, take a short walk of about five minutes to the train station and board your train to Poroy Station in Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Cusco.
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- Cusco
- Day 6: Cusco – Leisure Day
Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace, with free time to independently explore the captivating city of Cusco.
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- Cusco
- Day 7: Cusco – Quito
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Quito, with a stopover in Lima. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed and escorted to your hotel for check-in.
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- Quito
- Day 8: Quito City Tour
After breakfast, stroll through the cobblestone streets of Quito’s historic Old Town, admiring its well-preserved colonial architecture. Later, visit the Middle of the World Monument to learn more about Ecuador’s indigenous culture and heritage.
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- Quito
- Day 9: Quito – Galapagos Islands | Cruise Begins
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival at Baltra Island Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your guide and escorted to your selected vessel, where your Galapagos cruise begins, offering spectacular views and unforgettable island scenery.
Note: Daily activities may vary depending on your travel dates, weather conditions, and Galapagos National Park regulations.
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- Galapagos Islands
- Day 10: Galapagos Islands – Leisure Day
Today is free for you to enjoy a variety of optional activities such as snorkeling, swimming, diving, kayaking, and more.
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- Galapagos Islands
- Day 11: Galapagos Islands – Exploration Day
Today offers a range of activities, from discovering the rich underwater world to spotting unique wildlife on the different islands.
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- Galapagos Islands
- Day 12: Galapagos Islands – Quito | Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Quito, where you will connect with your onward flight home.
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