DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
Our itinerary provides the perfect mix of nature, culture, gastronomy, fun and relaxation. Sit back and enjoy, most of the activities and meals are pre-planned for your convenience in this once-in-a-lifetime tour. We recommend viewing this page in a tablet or computer, your mobile phone won’t display each itinerary highlight’s description. You can also keep scrolling down to view/download the text version of the itinerary in PDF.
Day 1: wednesday, may 22
Arrive to Quito’s International Airport, be greeted by our team, and transfered to your hotel.
DAY 2: thursday, may 23
Fly to the Galápagos, get settled in your upper deck cabin, and start your exploration with a visit to the most famous turtles in the world and lava tunnels.
DAY 3: friday, may 24
Enjoy a red sand beach, the majestic views in one of the most photographed places in the world, and swim in the company of playful Galapagos penguins.
DAY 4: saturday, may 25
Galapagos biodiversity is famous worldwide, and today will showcase many native species of flora and fauna in 2 different islands, including underwater.
DAY 5: sunDAY, may 26
Lava formations, giant cacti, and optional hiking and snorkeling…today is -again- wildlife paradise in the Galapagos!
DAY 6: monDAY, may 27 (MEMORIAL DAY)
Visit the home of a large sea lion colony and see blue-footed boobies up close in Lobos Island before flying back to Quito.
DAY 7: tuesday, may 28
Experience Old Town’s colonial charm and architecture during the day, and end your first full day in Quito with a breathtaking view.
Day 8: wednesday, may 29
Ride a gondola lift to touch the sky, visit a unique volcano crater, put one foot on each side of the Equator Line, and enjoy dinner at one of the World’s best restaurants!
DAY 9: thursDAY, may 30
Time to say goodbye to Ecuador after this once-in-a-lifetime experience. The adventure continues towards Machu Picchu (add-on tour).
DAY 10: friDAY, may 31
Full-day tour of Cusco, the Imperial City and quaint epicenter of impressive Incan sites like Sacsayhuaman and Qoricancha.
DAY 11: saturDAY, june 1
Enjoy your day in the Sacred Valley with visits to a famous weaver’s workshop, Incan salt mines and an impressive archaeological site.
DAY 12: SunDAY, june 2
Finally the day has arrived to visit the majestic Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the World’s Wonders. Take it all in and feel the energy of the Incas in every step.
DAY 13: monDAY, june 3
Fly back to Lima to rest and enjoy a free evening in the gastronomic capital of Latin America.
DAY 14: tuesday, june 4
Enjoy the architecture, art and culture of colonial Lima and its different districts before heading back home full of memories of the trip of a lifetime!
Ecuador Pride Travel, LLC reserves the right to alter the itinerary as needed, at any time, and with no previous notice due to hotel/restaurant/transportation availability, weather, temporary maintenance closings, local holidays, pandemic restrictions, inability to access specific islands, etc. We will make sure we replace the accommodation or activity with a similar one so your overall experience isn’t affected.
memorial day 2024
galapagos + MACHU PICCHU for bears
13 days and 13 nights
our package includes
IN QUITO:
3 nights accommodation in 5-star hotel in Quito, with free Wifi and breakfast buffet.
1 night accommodation in airport hotel in Quito, with free Wifi and breakfast buffet.
Most meals are included in the itinerary. Soft drinks / coffee are included with all meals.
Private transportation with A/C, complimentary soft drinks and snacks.
English-speaking private gay tour guide and Tour Director (available 24/7).
Entrance fees.
Complimentary travel assistance up to US$50,000 for the Ecuador/Galapagos portion of your trip (see coverage).
IN GALAPAGOS:
Airfare Quito-Galapagos-Quito (valued at $500+).
5 days and 4 nights in an UPPER DECK cabin for 2, with private bathroom, A/C and windows facing the ocean. The Monserrat yacht is a privately-owned vessel with a capacity for 20 passengers with minimal environmental impact.
3 meals per day; snacks after all excursions; unlimited water, tea, coffee.
Naturalist English-speaking guide.
Airport-to-dock transportation and vice versa.
Water transportation to excursion sites.
Snorkeling equipment available.
in peru:
3 nights accommodation in boutique hotel in Cusco with breakfast.
1 night accommodation in hotel in the Sacred Valley with breakfast.
1 night accommodation in 4-star hotel in Lima with breakfast.
Domestic airfare Lima-Cusco-Lima
Vistadome (train) and bus tickets to/from Machu Picchu.
Entrance fees to Machu Picchu.
Private ground transportation.
English-speaking private tour guide.
DATES
TOUR STARTS:
May 22, 2024 in Quito, Ecuador
TOUR ENDS:
June 4, 2024 in Lima, Peru
— IF YOU WANT TO DO ONLY ECUADOR OR ONLY PERU, THAT’S ALSO POSSIBLE. CLICK ON “BOOK NOW” BELOW TO SEE PRICING —
Assistance offered for international flights to/from Quito and Lima, and additional hotel nights before or after the tour.
PricING
COMPETITORS’ PRICE: $10,500+
OUR PRICE: $8,800
Price per person, based on double occupancy.
Single occupancy available with a surcharge of $3,348. Looking for a roommate? We will help!
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**MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST!**
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WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
International flights USA-Quito and Lima-USA.
International flight from Quito-Lima.
$20 transit card, which has to be paid individually by each passenger to the authorities, in cash, before we board the plane to Galapagos.
$100 entrance fee to the Galapagos National Park, which has to be paid individually by each passenger to the authorities, in cash, at the airport when we land in Galapagos.
Hotel and airline upgrades - if available.
Meals and activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Alcoholic beverages.
Tips for boat crew and tour guides.