Experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day sailing adventure. The beauty of these Ecuadorian isles is something to behold from aboard the M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz and you’ll retrace the 180-year-old voyage of Charles Darwin by sea with a naturalist guide by your side. Witness the giant tortoises that call these lands home and go birdwatching for blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Each day, a new view will greet you out your cabin window, with a new array or wildlife to see up above and down below (snorkel, anyone?).
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Baltra Island, Isla Isabe
Quito, Baltra Island, Isla Isabela, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Fe Island, Punta Suárez, Isla Lobos
My wife and I really enjoyed our trip. We never could have managed to see as much of Ecuador & Galapagos and as many sites on our own and the tour made it really easy and pleasurable.
Beach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island
GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, EAST & SOUTH ISLANDS: Every year the Galapagos Islands tempt throngs of travellers to its shores in search of unique wildlife and other-worldly landscapes. Explore these volcanic islands on a 4-day cruise aboard the M/C Anahi catamaran. Hopping from island to island, discovering what makes it so special. Start and end your Galapagos adventure with a night in captivating Quito, Ecuador's capital.
CruiseWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Espano
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Espanola Island, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz
Combine Peru's incredible landscapes, culture and cuisine with unforgettable wildlife encounters in the Galapagos on this awesome 18-day adventure. Start by eating your way around local markets in Cusco, retracing the steps of the Incas at Machu Picchu and visiting the Uros people who live on floating islands made of reeds on Lake Titicaca. Then, make your way to Quito – the capital of Ecuador – to explore its historic streets before heading to the Galapagos. With an action-packed week on land and underwater, you’ll hike up the rocky slopes of Sierra Negra Volcano, visit flamingo lagoons, snorkel in a bay home to a sea lion colony, and so much more.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Lima, La Loberia, Galapag
Quito, Lima, La Loberia, Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cruz, Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Puno
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Set off on an extraordinary journey across three of South America’s most captivating countries — Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia — with this carefully curated small-group tour that blends exotic wildlife, ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your adventure in Quito, Ecuador’s colonial capital nestled in the Andes, before heading to the legendary Galápagos Islands, a once-in-a-lifetime destination. Cruise between Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands, home to Giant Tortoises, Blue-Footed Boobies, marine iguanas, and the surreal Tintoreras Islets. Snorkel with sea lions, visit volcanic landscapes, and relax by the pink-hued Flamingo Lagoon. Enjoy seamless logistics and expert guides as you explore one of the world’s most biologically diverse regions. Next, fly to Lima, Peru’s capital, before soaring over the Andes to the ancient heart of the Inca Empire — Cusco. Discover Incan marvels, including the imposing Sacsayhuamán Fortress, and board a panoramic train through the Sacred Valley to reach the mystical Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Continue to Colombia, where you’ll be enchanted by the blend of history, nature, and coffee culture. Explore Bogotá, take in panoramic views from Monserrate Hill, and dive deep into the Coffee Triangle, where lush plantations and rich aromas await. End your tour in Cartagena, a UNESCO-listed Caribbean gem, with its cobblestone streets, colonial fortresses, and vibrant culture — a magical finale by the sea.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Cartagena, Sacred Valley
Quito, Cartagena, Sacred Valley, Armenia, Cusco, Lima, Bogota, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Urubamba
Visit South America and travel to the Galapagos Islands, Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Amazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. Discover unique creatures, as well as the island's outstanding natural beauty, by foot, boat and bike. Back on the mainland, enjoy the delights of Peru – from the tough but rewarding Inca Trail to the joy of interacting with friendly locals and experiencing cities full of colour, energy and passion.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, La Paz, Lima, Puerto Mald
Quito, La Paz, Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Amazon Lodge Tambopata, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail, San Cristobal Island, Puno, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz
This well-rounded adventure focuses on South America’s heavy hitters – the Amazon, the Galapagos and the Andes. Take 25 days to explore these wildly different parts of the region. Snorkel the turtle-filled waters of Leon Dormido, then wander the ancient cobblestone streets of Cusco. Visit an organic farm where giant tortoises roam freely, and later conquer the 4215-m-high Dead Woman’s Pass on the Inca Trail. Hike to the top of one of the most active volcanoes in the Galapagos, then stand in awe of the man-made elegance of Machu Picchu. This is an immersive and active trip in two of South America’s bucket-list destinations.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Eco Lodge, Home-stay, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isl
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz, Lima, Cusco, Tena, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail, Banos, Yunguilla
This 11-day group tour travels from Quito in Ecuador to Cusco in Peru. Enjoy a three-night stay on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos, with time for snorkelling and hiking. Spot giant tortoises roaming in the highlands and swim with turtles and sea lions before heading to the Peruvian capital. Uncover the sights of the 'City of Kings' and meet indigenous people in the Sacred Valley. Explore Cusco independently or on an optional tour, and take the train to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, L
Cusco, Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Lima, Sacred Valley
This 11-day group tour travels from Quito in Ecuador to Cusco in Peru. Enjoy a three-night stay on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos, with time for snorkelling and hiking. Spot giant tortoises roaming in the highlands and swim with turtles and sea lions before heading to the Peruvian capital. Uncover the sights of the 'City of Kings' and meet indigenous people in the Sacred Valley. Explore Cusco independently or on an optional tour, and take the train to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, L
Cusco, Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Lima, Sacred Valley
Take on an epic 3-week adventure from the deck of the Grand Daphne in the Galapagos to the sarced land of the Incas in Peru. See pink flamingos in the lagoons of Isla Floreana, sunbathe with sea lions along Gardner Beach, hike along the green shoreline of Punta Cormorant and snorkel with turtles, rays and sharks. Then, uncover the secrets of Peru and Bolivia as you walk beneath the Amazon Jungle's canopy, trek the llama-filled plains of the Sacred Valley and stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco. Search for monkeys and medicinal plants in the jungle, experience a homestay in a traditional community on the shore of Lake Titicaca and tick off one of the Seven Wonders of the World in Machu Picchu! With the option to see the sacred site by trek or by train, this trip will suit any active, curious traveller!
ExplorerCruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands on this 12-day family friendly adventure, taking in Quito's colonial charm, the Galapagos’ unique wildlife and stunning landscapes. Hike the Sierra Negra volcano, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Experience the beauty of Cotopaxi, Llanganates National Park and the Amazon Jungle, with thrilling activities like mountain biking, rafting, and volcanic hikes, before relaxing in Papallacta’s hot springs.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Home-stay, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Puerto Quito, Amazon Ecua
Quito, Puerto Quito, Amazon Ecuador, Papallacta, Puerto Villamil, Isla Santa Cruz, Banos
Explore Peru and the Galapagos on this epic adventure from Lima to Quito. In the ancient land of the Incas, you’ll uncover historic architecture, vast Andean landscapes, ancient ruins, busy markets and welcoming locals. Visit the famed Machu Picchu – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – and maybe opt to take the One Day Inca Trail trek to see the citadel from two angles. Share two pachamanca meals with locals– one in the middle of the desert near the Nazca Lines and one in the Andean community of Huilloq. Then, fly to Quito for your week-long sailing voyage through the incredibly scenic southern isles of the Galapagos. Watch as sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and exotic birds go about their daily business. Go snorkelling near mighty manta rays, turtles and tropical fish and soak up the natural, rugged landscapes of the area, seeing what Charles Darwin saw more than 180 years ago.
CruiseExplorerWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Ship Cabin, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Lima, Sacred Valley, Agua
Quito, Lima, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla Isabela, Galapagos Islands, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno
GALAPAGOS CRUISE: CENTRAL, SOUTH, EAST & NORTH ISLANDSEncounter sea lion colonies basking on pristine beaches, giant tortoises, iguanas, blue footed boobies and more in the wildlife rich Galapagos islands, on this once in a lifetime 8 day cruise around the remote and beautiful volcanic islands which once inspired Darwin himself. Spending a night before and after the cruise in captivating Quito.
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Genovesa
Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Genovesa Island, Santa Fe Island, San Cristobal Island, Espanola Island, Floreana Island
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