16-Day Galapagos, Peru & Bolivia Tour: The Tri-Country Expedition

Today’s Highlight: Arrive in Ecuador and ease into your journey at the gateway to the Galápagos.

Upon arrival in Quito, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our local team and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax, recover from your flight, or explore the city at your own pace.

No meals included.

Overnight in Quito

Today’s Highlight: Glide across turquoise waters alongside playful sea lions in the calm bay of Playa Mann.

Your Galápagos adventure begins on San Cristóbal Island. Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, just minutes away.

In the afternoon, head to Playa Mann for a relaxing paddle boarding or kayaking experience (subject to availability). Enjoy the peaceful coastal scenery as curious sea lions often swim nearby, offering an unforgettable first encounter with Galápagos wildlife.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in San Cristóbal

Note: In the Galápagos, choose budget-friendly island hopping or upgrade to a luxurious cruise experience.

Today’s Highlight: Snorkel through the dramatic channel of Kicker Rock, surrounded by sea turtles, rays, and vibrant marine life.

Set out by small boat toward Kicker Rock, one of the Galápagos’ most iconic natural landmarks. This towering lava formation rises sharply from the ocean, creating an extraordinary snorkeling site. Swim between its sheer rock walls and discover a rich underwater world filled with tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, and occasionally hammerhead sharks.

 After snorkeling, enjoy lunch onboard before visiting a nearby beach such as Manglecito, where you can relax on white coral sands or swim in calm, clear waters.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in San Cristóbal

Today’s Highlight: Explore Española Island’s dramatic cliffs and snorkel in crystal-clear waters with sea lions and turtles.

Depart early by boat for Española Island, one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galápagos. After approximately two hours of navigation, disembark at Punta Suárez for a guided hike along rugged coastal trails. Encounter albatrosses, blue-footed boobies, and other seabirds, with breathtaking views from cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. 

Continue to Gardner Islet for an unforgettable snorkeling session in turquoise waters, home to sea turtles, tropical fish, and playful sea lions. Enjoy lunch onboard before returning to San Cristóbal in the afternoon.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in San Cristóbal

Today’s Highlight: Farewell to the Galápagos as you continue your journey to Peru.

After breakfast, transfer to San Cristóbal Airport for your flight to the mainland, connecting onward to Lima. 

Your island-hopping adventure concludes as you depart the Galápagos, carrying unforgettable memories of its extraordinary wildlife and landscapes.

Breakfast included.

Overnight in Lima

Today’s Highlight: Enjoy Lima your way, at your own pace.

Spend the day exploring Lima independently, relaxing along the coast, or joining an optional activity such as a city tour or culinary experience in one of South America’s food capitals.

Breakfast included.

Overnight in Lima

Optional: Add a Lima city tour to discover historic neighborhoods, markets, and coastal viewpoints.

Today’s Highlight: Discover Cusco’s rich history and iconic landmarks.

After your airport drop-off in Lima, you’ll fly to Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour visiting Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), the impressive ruins of Sacsayhuamán, the vibrant San Pedro Market, and the charming streets of San Blas.

This introduction to Cusco blends ancient Inca heritage with colonial history and local culture, setting the stage for the days ahead.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Cusco

Today’s Highlight:Journey into the heart of the Inca Empire.

After flying to Cusco, leave the high altitude behind and descend into the fertile Sacred Valley, a landscape where time seems to slow and ancient traditions still shape daily life. Wander through charming Andean villages, explore impressive Inca ruins, and feel the deep spiritual connection that once made this valley the center of an empire.

As the day unfolds, board a scenic train journey through lush valleys and along rushing rivers, bringing you ever closer to the legendary Machu Picchu. By evening, arrive in Aguas Calientes, nestled in the cloud forest at the foot of the world’s most iconic archaeological wonder, anticipating building for what lies ahead.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes

Today’s Highlight: Stand before the legendary lost city of the Incas.

Rise early as the mist slowly lifts from the surrounding peaks, revealing Machu Picchu, one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. During your guided visit, walk among ancient stone temples and terraces while uncovering the secrets, symbolism, and engineering genius of the Inca civilization. 

Feel the quiet power of this sacred site as you take in its breathtaking setting high above the Urubamba Valley.

After this unforgettable encounter, descend from the citadel and enjoy a scenic train journey back through lush valleys, followed by a private transfer to Cusco, carrying with you the memories of a place that leaves a lasting imprint on the soul.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Cusco

Today’s Highlight: Enjoy Cusco at your own pace.

Today is yours to explore the historic city of Cusco however you wish. Wander through charming cobblestone streets, browse local artisan markets, relax in a café overlooking the red-tiled rooftops, or simply soak in the atmosphere of the former Inca capital where past and present meet.

Use this time to rest, acclimate, or discover hidden corners of the city at your own rhythm.

Breakfast included.

Overnight in Cusco

Optional: Add a cooking class, chocolate workshop, or alpaca hike.

Today’s Highlight: Witness one of the Andes’ most colorful natural wonders.

Depart in the early hours as the Andes slowly awaken, journeying toward the legendary Rainbow Mountain. As you ascend, the landscape transforms into a surreal canvas of vivid mineral colors, deep reds, golden yellows, and soft turquoise hues layered across the mountainside. 

Reaching the viewpoint is a powerful moment, rewarded with sweeping panoramas that feel almost otherworldly.

Take time to absorb the silence, capture unforgettable photographs, and appreciate the raw beauty of the high Andes before returning to Cusco, carrying with you the memory of one of Peru’s most iconic and awe-inspiring sights.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Cusco

Today’s Highlight: Arrive in the world’s highest capital city.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to La Paz. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Breakfast included.

Overnight in La Paz

Today’s Highlight: Discover the vibrant contrasts of La Paz on a half-day city tour.

Discover La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, set dramatically within a deep Andean valley. This half-day city tour offers a concise yet immersive look at its unique blend of history, culture and everyday life.

Explore historic streets and lively plazas, pass key landmarks, and enjoy sweeping views over the city’s cascading neighborhoods when in the famous cable cars. Along the way, gain insight into local traditions and the striking contrasts that define this remarkable high-altitude city.

Breakfast included.

Overnight in La Paz

Today’s Highlight: Step into the surreal white expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flats.

After your flight to Uyuni, your adventure begins in one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. Venture onto the vast expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flats, where the horizon dissolves into sky and the ground stretches endlessly beneath your feet. 

Discover striking rock formations, remote corners of the Altiplano, and the immense silence of this high-Andean wilderness, a place that feels both humbling and otherworldly.

As the day unfolds, immerse yourself in the raw beauty and scale of this extraordinary environment, where every direction offers a new perspective and every moment feels timeless.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Uyuni

Today’s Highlight: Explore Bolivia’s most remote and dramatic landscapes.

Today, it continues beyond the vast salt flats into the wild heart of the Uyuni region, where landscapes grow increasingly dramatic and untouched. Traverse high-altitude deserts, encounter vividly colored lagoons shimmering against the barren terrain, and discover extraordinary natural formations shaped by wind, time, and volcanic forces. 

Flamingos, vast open skies, and profound silence accompany you through this otherworldly journey. Each stop reveals a new facet of Bolivia’s raw beauty, a day that feels less like travel and more like true exploration at the edge of the world.

Breakfast & lunch included.

Overnight in Uyuni