Galapagos West Islands & Inca Discovery

Best bits

• Five days cruising and snorkelling the Galapagos
• Visiting the Charles Darwin Research Station
• Encountering incredible wildlife
• Walking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Description

From the unique wildlife of the Galapagos to the towering peaks of Peru, discover two of South America's iconic highlights in one comprehensive adventure—explore the Galapagos aboard the comfortable g1 before flying into the Andean highlands. As one of the larger tour operators in the Galapagos, our exclusively operated fleet of yachts offers great value—and because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment as you follow the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Experience the intense variety and striking beauty of two of South America's most dramatic regions.

What’s included

• 4 nights in the Galapagos Islands, Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station, Incredible wildlife encounters, Daily opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, Flights to and from the Galapagos Islands, Snorkeling equipment onboard Galapagos Yacht, Guided tour of Sacred Valley, 4-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, Guided tour of Machu Picchu.
• 9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners. (Allow USD145-190 for meals not included. Drinks and tips while on the yacht are extra. You must pay a USD10 Tourist Transit card fee at the Quito airport and a USD100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately upon arrival to the Islands (subject to increase).)
• Hotels (6 nts), twin-share cabins on board our motorized yacht (4 nts), camping (3 nts).
• Plane, motorized yacht, van, train, hiking, public bus, zodiacs.
• Local naturalist guide (certified by the Galapagos National Park) while in the islands, tour leader in Lima, local guide from Cuzco onwards.
• Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12

The flight from Quito to Lima is not included.

Please Note:

          Book early as Inca permits are limited. If Inca trail permits are sold out or if you are travelling in February, the alternative Lares Trek will be hiked. Please call us for Inca trail permit availability.

Important Information

Portions of the Inca Trail will be closed for general maintenance during the month of February each year. Also, closures may occur at various times throughout the year due to inclement weather or other conditions beyond our control. During these periods, any tour affected will hike the Lares Trek.

Please note : We need your full passport details at the time of booking for the Inca Trail permits.

Those passengers not able or interested in the hike can spend 2 days in Cuzco, then travel by train to Aguas Calientes, where they overnight. Next morning they take the bus to the Machu Picchu entrance and rendezvous with the hikers at the ruins. If you decide not to do the hike we need to know prior to your departure in order to obtain train tickets.