Latin Routes Peru and Galapagos

• International and domestic flights in economy class
• 3* and 4* charming accommodation
• Tour Leader throughout plus expert local guides
• All entrance fees and excursions as stated
• Meals as stated
• All transport
• A Water-to-Go reusable filter bottle per person
• An exclusive Latin Routes backpack per booking
• Make Your Day Individual on days 3, 11 & 20

• Explore the iconic site of Machu Picchu
• Discover the beautifully preserved colonial delights of Cusco
• Discover the stunning Galapagos Islands, the most idyllic landscapes known to man
• Snorkel with sea turtles
• Hike up to the craters of volcanoes and discover otherworldly landscapes
• Visit the famous giant tortoise reserve, and admire these creatures roaming around in the wild
• Enjoy a choice of different experiences suited to your interests

Day 1: Depart the UK

Fly overnight from the UK. Please note there are some day flight options that will mean you depart and arrive on Day 2.

Day 2: Arrive in Lima

Land in the bustling Peruvian capital where you will spend the first night in the trendy Miraflores district.

Day 3: Lima – Make Your Day Individual

Choose from one of the following included experiences:

Lima City Tour – Take a guided journey through the history of Lima and explore the capital’s main sights including the beautiful square and Cathedral. You will also have time to stop at the Chocolate Museum!

Lima Foodie Tour – The most representative flavours of Peruvian cuisine will be waiting for you as you embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure. Begin your journey in a typical Peruvian market and end the tour by preparing and enjoying some popular local dishes.

Palomino Islands -Travel by boat to the Palomino Islands where an untouched ecosystem is home to thousands of sea lions. Brave the cold waters to have the chance to swim with these curious and friendly sea animals.

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 4: Lima to Arequipa

Fly to Arequipa in the morning. Enjoy a guided tour through its beautifully preserved colonial centres and visit the stunning Santa Catalina Convent, a 16th-century monastery which is still inhabited by Dominican nuns to this day.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 5: Arequipa to Colca Canyon

Today will be a delight of amazing landscapes as you journey through the Peruvian altiplano towards the Colca Canyon. The trip will be around 5 hours but with plenty of stops for you to stretch your legs and enjoy tthe spectacular views.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 6: Colca Canyon

Wake up early to go in search of condors gliding on the warm morning thermal currents. This is a morning for visual delights and wildlife encounters! Your guide will help you spot the elusive birds amongst the scenery of the vast canyon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 7: Colca Canyon to Lake Titicaca

The deep blue waters of Lake Titicaca await you. The journey will be around 5 to 6 hours but Peru’s beautiful scenery will be accompanying you along the way and your Tour Leader will entertain you with insightful and fun stories about the country!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 8: Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca has been home to several indigenous communities for centuries, and many still live here. You will learn about their ancient ways of life with a tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands. From here you will take a short hike to reach a viewpoint with stunning panoramic vistas, and a local restaurant will reward your efforts with a tasty and typical lunch of freshly caught fish.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 9: Lake Titicaca to Cusco

Another day for stunning scenery as you take the tourist bus to Cusco. Along the way, you will visit Andahuaylillas, a town where you will find a precious church from the 17th century. Next will be a guided visit to the Raqchi archaeological site and your last stop will be at La Raya, the highest point on the road, from where you will get excellent photo opportunities.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 10: Cusco

The old Inca capital will inspire you with its beautifully preserved colonial centre and Inca ruins. You will visit Sacsayhuamán fortress on the city’s outskirts, and during a walking tour you will stop at San Pedro Market for an insight into modern life in Cusco, as this is where the locals buy fresh produce and you can find your perfect souvenir to take back home!
Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 11: Make Your Day Individual

Choose from one of the following included experiences:

Treasures of the Sacred Valley – Take an in-depth tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras salt mines and the Inca complex of Ollantaytambo, one of the largest in Peru. In the town you will have some time to stroll through the market and the cobblestone streets on your own.

Chocolate Making Class – Being a producer of some of the finest cacao in the world, Peru is the perfect place to learn how to make your own chocolate bar! This tour is perfect if you wish to learn about one of Peru’s most famous exports in the morning, and have the afternoon free to explore Cusco.

Misminay Community Visit– Enjoy a day in the company of a local Sacred Valley Community. Famous for its production of alpaca textiles, Misminay is a small community of 100 families located at 3,700 metres altitude. They will welcome you for the day, and share their traditional Andean lifestyle through several participatory activities.

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 12: Cusco to Machu Picchu

Today will be an early start that culminates in the highlight you have been waiting for. Following a train and a bus ride, you will reach Machu Picchu, where you will enjoy a guided tour before having lunch in the charming Aguas Calientes, followed by a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 13: Machu Picchu to Cusco

For another chance to visit Machu Picchu we have included a second entry to
the citadel. You can enjoy your morning visit at your own speed, so you may choose to stay in the area, or hike to the Sun Gate. You will take the train back to Cusco in the early afternoon for your last night in Peru.
Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 14: Cusco to Quito

You will fly to Quito, via Lima, for one night in Ecuador before flying to the Galápagos.
Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 15: Fly to the Galápagos

Join the Latin Routes passengers on the Ecuador and Galápagos Group Tour at Quito airport and fly to Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos. You will visit the famous giant tortoise reserve, and admire these wonderful animals roaming in the wild. Your accommodation is in a privileged position high on the highlands with fantastic views, and is a combination of raised safari tents and treehouses.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 16: Exploration of a Galápagos Island

Board a comfortable motor yacht for an excursion to one of the nearby islands. The expert crew will welcome you aboard and a knowledgeable naturalist guide will offer deep insights into the natural history of the islands.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 17: Santa Cruz to Isabela Island

Today you will take a speedboat to one of the most famous of all the Galápagos Islands. Isabela is one of the youngest and the biggest in the archipelago and offers not only a wealth of different wildlife species but also some of the most dramatic landscapes. You will visit the island’s breeding centre in the morning and later in the day you can snorkel in Tintoreras Islet, where you may spot white tipped sharks, sea lions, turtles, rays and penguins.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 18: Sierra Negra Volcano

Be ready for one of your most unforgettable days, as you spend it exploring Isabela’s highlands. Hike up to the crater of the Sierra Negra Volcano followed by a trek along the rim of Volcan Chico. The otherworldly landscapes will appear to be utterly desolate, however, you will encounter plenty of wildlife and enjoy amazing views of Isabela and its neighbouring islands. A deserved relaxing break on the beaches of Puerto Villamil will await at the end of the day.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 19: Isabela Island

In the morning you will snorkel through a maze of small islands and arches in the company of fish, sea turtles and the occasional white tipped shark. In the afternoon you will hike the Wetlands Trail where you can see colonies of marine iguanas and several types of mangrove trees.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 20 – Santa Cruz – Make Your Day Individual

Choose from one of the following included experiences:

Tortuga Bay & Charles Darwin – Walk to the beautiful beach of Tortuga Bay where you can spot marine iguanas, go for a swim, snorkel or just relax on the sandy beach. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre where the Galápagos’ most important conservation projects are carried out.

Local Cooking Class – The Galápagos Islands are not just about wildlife; there is also the fascinating life of their inhabitants to discover. Learn the local cooking traditions of the people that have made this magical place their home.

Garrapatero Beach – Lesser known than Tortuga Bay, this beach is an idyllic place to swim, relax and admire the ever present and unique wildlife of the Galápagos going about their daily business.

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 21: Depart the Galápagos

Your tour of Peru, Ecuador and the Galápagos has come to an end. In the morning you will catch a flight to mainland Ecuador to connect with your international flight back home.
Meals Included: Breakfast 

Day 22: Arrive back in the UK

Single supplement is 18% of the total cost per person.

Please note: the Ingala card and the Galápagos National Park entrance fees are not included.

All tours are 100% guaranteed, however, if your departure has 2 clients or less, the tour will not be escorted by a Tour Leader but will be accompanied in each area by a local guide.

Because of the regulations in the Galápagos, you will be escorted by a different Tour Leader in the Galápagos portion of the tour.

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.