12 Apr 2027
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£6,769pp
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Escorted tour
Peru, Ecuador & Galápagos with Flights: Machu Picchu & Quito – 17 Days
Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley, Quito and four nights in the Galápagos, with flights from London included.
17 days
From £6,769 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 17-day escorted tour combines Peru's Inca heartland with Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, with international and internal flights from London Heathrow included. A tour director travels with the group throughout, with local guides including certified Galápagos National Park guides, and comfortable coaches link each stop. You stay 14 nights in carefully chosen hotels, with two nights on overnight flights, and 20 meals are included: 14 breakfasts, five lunches and a dinner. Groups are typically between 20 and 45 travellers aged 21 and over.
After arriving in Lima, a guided tour explores the colonial heart of the city around its central plaza, founded by Francisco Pizarro. A flight to Cusco takes you straight into the Sacred Valley of the Incas for two nights, with visits to the Andean village of Ccaccaccollo, the ruins and market of Pisac, the fortress of Ollantaytambo and a Potato Park, where communities protect hundreds of native varieties. Lima is also known as the food capital of South America.
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A narrow-gauge railway and bus bring you to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas, with a night in Aguas Calientes so you can return to the citadel the next morning if you wish. In Cusco a guided tour visits the cathedral, the Qorikancha sun temple and the Inca sites of Sacsayhuamán, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
Flying to Quito, high in the Andes, you visit the Middle of the World monument on the equator and the Indigenous market town of Otavalo. Four nights in the Galápagos follow, staying in hotels on Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal: a cruise in Academy Bay with snorkelling, the Charles Darwin Research Station and its giant tortoises, and a boat trip to Isla Lobos to swim with sea lions and see blue-footed boobies. A final tour of Quito's UNESCO-listed old town precedes the flight home.
The physical rating is medium, with high altitude in Cusco and Quito. This tour suits travellers who want Machu Picchu and the Galápagos in comfort, with flights and logistics taken care of. Single rooms are available for a supplement, and extra nights can be added in Lima or Quito.
Trip highlights
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Pisac, Ollantaytambo and a Potato Park in the Sacred Valley (Days 4–5)
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A guided tour of Machu Picchu (Day 6)
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Cusco and Sacsayhuamán (Day 8)
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The Middle of the World and Otavalo market (Day 10)
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Academy Bay and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Days 12–13)
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Sea lions at Isla Lobos (Day 14)
Your route
14 stops from Lima to San Cristóbal Island
- Lima Days 1–3
- Cusco Day 4
- Sacred Valley Days 4–5
- Pisac Day 5
- Ollantaytambo Day 5
- Aguas Calientes Day 6
- Machu Picchu Day 6
- Cusco Days 7–8
- Quito Days 9–10 & 15–16
- Middle of the World Day 10
- Otavalo Day 10
- Baltra Island Day 11
- Santa Cruz (Puerto Ayora) Days 11–12
- San Cristóbal Island Days 13–14
Why choose this tour
Machu Picchu and the Galápagos in one trip, with all flights from London included. A night in Aguas Calientes for a second chance to visit Machu Picchu.
Best suited to
- Travellers who want flights included
- First-time visitors to South America
- Wildlife lovers who prefer hotels to boats
- Couples and friends aged 21 and over
Day-by-day itinerary
17 days from Lima, Peru to Quito, Ecuador
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Day 1 · London Fly to Peru
Fly overnight to Lima via Bogotá.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
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Day 2 · Lima Arrive in Lima
Transfer to your hotel to rest.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Lima Lima
A guided tour of Lima's colonial centre.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Cusco, Ccaccaccollo, Sacred Valley Sacred Valley
Fly to Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley, visiting the village of Ccaccaccollo.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Pisac, Ollantaytambo Pisac and Ollantaytambo
Visit Pisac's ruins and market, the fortress of Ollantaytambo and a Potato Park.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu
Travel by train and bus to Machu Picchu for a guided tour.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Machu Picchu, Cusco To Cusco
An optional second visit to the citadel, then the train back to Cusco.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 8 · Cusco, Sacsayhuamán Cusco
A guided tour of Cusco and the Inca sites around it.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 9 · Quito Fly to Quito
Fly to Quito, high in the Andes.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 10 · Mitad del Mundo, Otavalo Middle of the World and Otavalo
Visit the equator monument and the market town of Otavalo.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 11 · Baltra, Santa Cruz Fly to the Galápagos
Fly to Baltra and transfer to Santa Cruz.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 12 · Academy Bay Academy Bay
A cruise across Academy Bay with snorkelling and swimming.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 13 · Charles Darwin Research Station, San Cristóbal Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit the research station, then ferry to San Cristóbal.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 14 · Isla Lobos Isla Lobos
A boat trip to Isla Lobos to see sea lions and blue-footed boobies.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 15 · Quito Fly to Quito
Fly back to Quito for the final night.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 16 · Quito Quito and fly home
A guided tour of Quito's historic centre, then the overnight flight home.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 17 · London Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK.
Where you stay
- Lima (2 nights) Hotel
- Sacred Valley (2 nights) Hotel
- Aguas Calientes (1 night) Hotel
- Cusco (2 nights) Hotel
- Quito (2 nights) Hotel
- Santa Cruz, Galápagos (2 nights) Hotel
- San Cristóbal, Galápagos (2 nights) Hotel
- Quito (1 night) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights from London Heathrow, plus internal flights Lima–Cusco, Cusco–Quito, Quito–Baltra and San Cristóbal–Quito
- Accommodation 14 nights in hotels
- Meals 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 1 dinner
- Guided tours of Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Quito
- Train and bus to Machu Picchu, with a guided tour
- Galápagos tours with certified park guides, including Academy Bay and Isla Lobos
- Inter-island ferry in the Galápagos and coach transfers
- Tour director throughout
Not included
- Galápagos national park entry fee and transit card
- Optional second visit to Machu Picchu
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group — groups can reach 45
- You want to hike the Inca Trail — Machu Picchu is reached by train
- You want most meals included — mainly breakfasts
- You are under 21 — the minimum age is 21
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £6,769 per person, including flights. 11 upcoming departures.
Flights from London Heathrow.
10 May 2027
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£6,769pp
Flights from London Heathrow
13 Sep 2027
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£6,788pp
Flights from London Heathrow
11 Oct 2027
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Flights from London Heathrow
08 Nov 2027
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Flights from London Heathrow
14 Feb 2028
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£6,864pp
Flights from London Heathrow
10 Apr 2028
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£7,216pp
Flights from London Heathrow
08 May 2028
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Flights from London Heathrow
11 Sep 2028
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£7,244pp
Flights from London Heathrow
09 Oct 2028
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£7,244pp
Flights from London Heathrow
06 Nov 2028
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£7,244pp
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights from London Heathrow and all internal flights, including to and from the Galápagos.
Do we hike to Machu Picchu?
No. You travel by train and bus, with a night in Aguas Calientes.
Do we stay on a boat in the Galápagos?
No. You stay in hotels on Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal, with day boat trips.
Will the altitude affect me?
Cusco and Quito are high. Take it easy on arrival and drink plenty of water.
What is the minimum age?
The minimum age is 21.
How many people travel together?
This is a coach tour for groups of 20 to 45, with a tour director.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary