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8-Day Machu Picchu & Galapagos Superior: Ultimate Bucket List Experience

San Cristobal, Ecuador
  • 8 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

For those who are short on time but want to see two of South America’s top highlights, this 8-day Machu Picchu and Galapagos tour makes it an easy decision. Your first three days are spent exploring the ancient Inca areas of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the citadel of Machu Picchu. Then, spend another few days discovering the endemic species of the famous Galapagos Islands.
  • Visit one of the New7Wonders of the World—Machu Picchu
  • Learn about the history, culture, and wildlife of the regions
  • Flights, accommodation, and most meals are included
  • A small group means more attention from your guide

What's Included

  • Dinner
  • Accommodation in a single, double or triple room x 7 nights (based on number of travelers).
  • Airport pickups and drop offs at corresponding airports.
  • Transportation on and between the Galapagos Islands as described in the itinerary.
  • Transportation fee between Baltra Airport – Itabaca Channel.
  • Return train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes in Machu Picchu.
  • All activities as described in the itinerary: hiking, snorkeling, sightseeing and more.
  • Entrance fee Machu Picchu (including guided tour).
  • Snorkeling equipment in the Galapagos Islands: mask, snorkel, fins and life vest.
  • 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.
  • Breakfast (7)
    Breakfast
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • International and domestic flights.
  • Food & drinks that are not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance fee for the Galapagos National Park.
  • Migratory Control Card / Ingala Transit Card
    $20.00 per person
  • Water Taxi $ 1 p.p.
  • For rent: wetsuit (recommended between May – November).
  • Optional tips for the guide.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVAL TO CUZCO

1 Stop

1

Sacsayhuaman

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Casa San Blas or similar.

Meals: Not included

Day 2

CUZCO – SACRED VALLEY – OLLANTAYTAMBO – AGUAS CALIENTES

3 Stops

1

Sacred Valley

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

3

Machu Picchu HotSprings

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: El Mapi hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

MACHU PICCHU – OLLANTAYTAMBO – CUZCO

1 Stop

1

Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

6 hours Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Casa San Blas or similar.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

CUZCO – GUAYAQUIL

1 Stop

1

Peruvian - Aeropuerto Alejandro Velasco Astete

5 hours Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Wyndham Hotel Guayaquil

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

TRANSFER IN – TWINS – HIGHLANDS

2 Stops

1

Los Gemelos

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

Rancho Primicias

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Fiesta Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6

BARTOLOME / FLOREANA / NORTH SEYMOUR

1 Stop

1

Hostal Seymour - Puerto Ayora

6 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Fiesta Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7

SAN CRISTOBAL – LA LOBERIA SELF-GUIDED – ISLA LOBOS

1 Stop

1

Isla Lobos

6 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Hotel Casa Opuntia or similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

TRANSFER OUT

1 Stop

1

El Cañón

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • There are no guides on the transportation by public speedboat between islands.
  • Try to only bring small baggage/bags since public transportation on the Galapagos Islands is quite small.
  • Tap water on the Galapagos Islands might contain bacteria and should not be consumed, not even for brushing your teeth. Bottled or purified water is always recommended.
  • Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precaution to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat ‘street food’, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
  • It is important to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
  • The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather conditions, availabilities, National Park regulations or notifications and unforeseeable circumstances.
  • The exact amount for the fees mentioned in the 'What's excluded' section will be detailed in the voucher. If you want to know this information beforehand, please contact us through the platform.
  • Accommodation is based on number of travelers, if you are traveling with a group, you will be sharing rooms (single rooms require an extra fee).
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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