Wendy Wu Galapagos Cruise & Machu Picchu

Day 1: Fly to Lima
Fly from the UK to Lima. On arrival, transfer to the hotel before having the rest of the day free to relax or start exploring.
Dinner

Day 2: Travel to Cusco
This morning, fly to the city of Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley. Spend the afternoon in Manos de la Comunidad. Here you’ll get the chance to learn about some of the region’s traditional crafts such as weaving and pottery making from local artisans. Later on, make your way to Pisac to explore its hilltop citadel and market.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: Explore the Sacred Valley
Head to Moray, where you’ll find circular terraces carved by the Incas before continuing to Maras to discover the old evaporation ponds used to harvest salt. In the afternoon, visit the Sanctuario de Colibries, a sanctuary in the cloud forest which shelters hummingbirds as well as other native birds. Continue to Ollantaytambo to explore its preserved Incan houses and fortress.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Train to Machu Picchu
Board the panoramic expedition train to Aguas Calientes this morning. On arrival, transfer to a bus for a journey up to the ruins of Machu Picchu which you’ll have plenty of time to explore.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: To Cusco
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Aguas Calientes before taking a scenic journey back to Ollantaytambo on the Vistadome Train. From here, transfer to Cusco.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Discover Cusco
Spend the day exploring the city, starting at Sacsayhuaman, the remains of a colossal citadel. Then, continue to the Cristo Blanco to enjoy the panoramic views before visiting the San Pedro market. Head back to the city centre to explore Qoricancha and Cusco Cathedral.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Fly to Lima
This morning, take a flight to Lima. Later in the day, take a tour of the city, where you’ll visit the Plaza Mayor, home to impressive colonial buildings and the Larco Museum, which houses fascination Pre-Columbian artifacts.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Fly to Quito
Today, take a flight to Ecuador’s capital, Quito.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Explore Quito
Take a tour of the city, beginning at Independence Square. Here you can admire the La Compania Church before wander through San Francisco Square and trying some chocolate at a local shop. Then, head out of the city to the Middle of the World Monument where you can jump over the Equator.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Board the MS Santa Cruz II
This morning, take a short flight to Baltra Island. On arrival, transfer to the port to board your expedition ship, the MS Santa Cruz II. As you settle in, the ship sails along the northern coast of Santa Cruz where you can head ashore to explore Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) on a walk.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Cruise – Isabela & Fernandina
Begin at Punta Vicenta Roca, on the tip of Isabela Island. Here you’ll explore the coastline in a panga, accompanied by a naturalist who will tell you about the volcanic formations and colonies of birds. Then, continue to Fernandina where you’ll search the shore for sea lions and penguins.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12: Cruise – Santa Cruz
Disembark on Santa Cruz today. Here you’ll visit the Charles Darwin Research Station where you can observe the giant tortoises and Darwin’s finches. Then, take a wander through a prickly pear cactus forest. The afternoon is free to spend as you wish.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 13: Cruise – Floreana Island
Hop aboard a panga for a cruise along the northern shore of Floreana Island to see Baroness Cave and Post Office Bay. You’ll then explore the waters off Champion Islet by either panga or glass-bottom boat. You may have the opportunity to snorkel here to get a closer look at the marine life. End the day at Cormorant Point where you can take a walk to see the birdlife.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 14: Cruise – Baltra Island
Enjoy a relaxing morning onboard the Santa Cruz II as it anchors at Baltra Island. In the afternoon, land at Las Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz where you can swim or snorkel from the beach.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 15: Cruise – Santiago Island
Spend the day exploring Santiago Island. In Bucaneer Cove, take part in some marina activities to get an up-close look at the rock formations. Later, head to Puerto Egas where you’ll take a guided excursion through a colony of fur seals or go snorkelling along the shoreline.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 16: Cruise – Rabida & Bartolome
This morning, take a panga ride around Rabida Island to see its sea lion colony. Then, cruise to Bartolome Island to enjoy its beaches and view Pinnacle Rock. Then, you can swim, snorkel or take a boat to the wildlife or take a walk to the island’s summit for breath-taking views.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 17: Cruise – Genovesa Island
Start the day with a short but steep climb up Prince Philip’s steps to the plateau atop Genovesa. From here you can observe the large colonies of boobies, frigatebirds and storm petrels. Then, take to the waters in a kayak before relaxing on the beach at Darwin Bay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 18: Disembark the MS Santa Cruz II
Spend your final morning on the cruise on the north of Santa Cruz Island, where you’ll head into the highlands to see the giant tortoises roaming. Then, disembark the MS Santa Cruz II and transfer to Baltra Island for your flight to Quito.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 19: Fly to UK
Fly home to the UK from Quito, arriving the same or following day.
Breakfast

Meet the Galapagos Wildlife
Get the chance to observe the islands’ unique wildlife up close, from giant tortoises to marine iguanas.

Explore Santuario de Colibries
Visit this sanctuary which shelters a variety of hummingbird species.

Discover indigenous crafts
Stop at the Manos de la Comunidad to learn more about the indigenous culture of Peru. Here you’ll see traditional skills in actions as local artisans craft textiles, pottery and jewellery.

• Return international flights and transfers
• 10nts accommodation in 4* accommodation
• 8nts aboard MS Santa Cruz II
• All meals: 18 breakfasts, 17 lunches and 18 dinners
• All drinks on MS Santa Cruz 11 (exc. Premium drinks)
• Galapagos Islands National Park admission fee
• Transit Control Card for the Galapagos Islands

Classic
See the classic sites in the company of an expert guide so that you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. On Classic tours, everything is taken care of, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. These tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive touring programme including authentic cultural experiences.

This tour has a physical rating of 2. A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you’ll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.