Abercrombie and Kent Wonders of the Galapagos & Machu Picchu

• Embark on a 4-night cruise through the Galápagos’ Northern Islands aboard a purpose-built adventure cruiser.
• Expert guides lead twice-daily shore excursions.
• Enjoy a variety of activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, light trekking, and beachcombing.
• Experience a Pachamama ceremony in a remote Sacred Valley village.
• Visit a project supported by Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy.
• Optional add-on: Trek the Inca Trail from KM 104 to Machu Picchu.

12-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Guayaquil, Ecuador

Arrive in the vibrant, tropical city of Guayaquil – the gateway to the Galápagos, where you’ll be greeted and escorted to your hotel.

Hotel del Parque

Day 2: Guayaquil – Baltra, the Galápagos

Fly to Baltra in the Galápagos and enjoy a welcome briefing and lunch on board. This afternoon, explore South Plaza Island, home to land iguanas, prickly pear cacti, and vibrant birds. Each evening aboard your ship, enjoy family-friendly activities like quizzes, crafts, and Spanish lessons.

Day 3: Cruising the Galápagos – Life of Tortoises

At Santa Fe Island, spot sea lions, hawks, and iguanas before snorkelling or riding a glass-bottom boat. After lunch, visit San Cristóbal’s Cerro Colorado to see endangered giant tortoises.

Day 4: Cruising the Galápagos – Bartolomé & Santiago Islands

Hike San Cristóbal Island for stunning coastal views, spotting frigatebirds and sea lions. If conditions allow, enjoy a beach swim. After lunch, visit Cerro Brujo, walking the same sands once explored by Charles Darwin.

Day 5: Cruising the Galápagos – Punta Suárez

Explore Punta Suárez’s seabird colonies and spot marine iguanas. After lunch, visit Gardner Bay to observe sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches, then snorkel, kayak, or ride a glass-bottom boat.

Day 6: Guayaquil & Lima, Peru – Commence your Peruvian Adventure

Visit Santa Cruz Island’s Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about giant tortoise conservation. Fly to mainland Ecuador, then connect to Lima, Peru, where you’ll transfer to your hotel.

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport

Day 7: Cusco – Sacred Valley

Fly to Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley. Visit a camelid sanctuary to meet llamas and alpacas, then enjoy a Chef’s Table experience at Hacienda Sarapampa, learning about Andean farming traditions over lunch.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

Day 8: Sacred Valley – A Journey Back in Time

Explore Moray’s ancient agricultural terraces before visiting a remote village to witness traditional farming techniques. At the Children of the Rainbow school, enjoy lunch and a Paso Fino horse show. End the day with a Scenic Sundowner at your hotel.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba

Day 9: Machu Picchu – Bingham’s Stunning Find

Explore the massive terraces of Ollantaytambo before traveling by train to Machu Picchu. Discover the 15th-century Incan citadel, its mysteries still debated today. Stay steps from the entrance for an unforgettable night.

Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu

Day 10: Machu Picchu – Walk the Spectacular Ruins

Explore Machu Picchu at sunrise, wandering its misty ruins before the crowds arrive. After lunch, take a scenic train ride back to Ollantaytambo, then transfer to your historic Cusco hotel, a former monastery. Spend the evening relaxing or exploring the city.

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

Day 11: Cusco – Plaza de Armas & Sacsayhuamán

Explore Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral Basilica, and Santo Domingo Temple, built atop the Incan Koricancha. Visit Sacsayhuamán, an impressive Incan fortress of precisely cut colossal stones. Enjoy lunch near the plaza, then relax or shop before a farewell dinner at a top Cusco restaurant.

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

Day 12: Depart Lima – Design Your Day

Choose your morning adventure: explore the bohemian San Blas neighbourhood, visit San Pedro Market and the Inca Museum, or join a photographer to capture Cusco’s essence. Later, fly to Lima for your journey home.

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport

Where you will stay:

Hotel del Parque
Set within Guayaquil Historical Park, Hotel del Parque is a tranquil retreat along the Daule River. This boutique hotel offers 44 rooms with a bright, colonial design that honours its late 19th-century architecture. Enjoy fresh seafood and local dishes at the fine-dining restaurant, or relax with a spa visit. The hotel also offers access to a wildlife sanctuary and coffee and chocolate demonstrations. Just 15 minutes from José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport, it’s the perfect starting point for a Galápagos cruise.

La Pinta
Explore the Galápagos aboard La Pinta, returning each evening to your spacious, comfortable cabin after discovering the region’s incredible wonders.

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport
Directly connected to Jorge Chavez International Airport by a convenient walkway, Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol is just six miles from downtown Lima. This modern luxury hotel offers 249 soundproofed rooms and suites with sleek décor. Amenities include an on-site restaurant, bar, wellness area, fitness centre, steam room, sauna, and heated indoor pool, making it an ideal choice for travellers before or after their international flight.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba
Set in the heart of the Sacred Valley, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines traditional Andean architecture with colonial touches. The boutique hotel offers 33 rooms and suites, each with breath-taking views of the Andes. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, bar, guided garden tours, and interactive workshops. Located just 1 hour and 40 minutes from Cusco’s Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, it’s the perfect destination for those seeking an authentic highlands experience.

Active Elements
Includes walking on steep, uneven terrain.

Minimum Age
Minimum age is 10 years old.

First Group Event
Welcome briefing at 6:15 a.m. on Day 2.

Last Group Event
Return to Lima airport in the afternoon on Day 12.

Guaranteed Departures
Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 guests.

Elevation
Maximum elevation is 11,200 ft. in Cusco.