Highlights of Peru & the Galapagos: Gems of the Andes
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
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About This Tour
A 12-day journey opening with six days across Peru's classic highlights — Lima, Rainbow Mountain, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu — before flying into Ecuador for Guayaquil and a four-day Galapagos finale. This is a genuinely two-country trip: the first 6 days (6 nights) are in Peru — Lima, Cusco, Rainbow Mountain, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu — before the route continues into Ecuador for 6 days (5 nights), covering Guayaquil and the Galapagos Islands. Because it was sourced from Voyzo's Ecuador & Galapagos trip-ideas page, it's tagged under that destination here — but every night's hotel is confirmed in whichever country you're actually in that day.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Lima Airport, Peru, at the start of the trip.
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Day 1 — Lima, Peru
Welcome to Peru, with airport arrival, a hotel transfer, and time to rest.
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Day 2 — Lima
A walking tour of Lima, including Parque del Amor and Plaza San Martín.
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Day 3 — Cusco
A flight to Cusco, with an afternoon guided city tour of the cathedral, temples, and ruins.
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Day 4 — Rainbow Mountain
A trek through the Andes to Vinicunca, passing alpaca herds, with a traditional lunch.
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Day 5 — Sacred Valley
The Pisaq Market, lunch in Urubamba, and exploration of the Ollantaytambo fortress.
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Day 6 — Machu Picchu
A train journey to Aguas Calientes, a guided UNESCO site tour, and the return by train.
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Day 7 — Guayaquil, Ecuador
A flight to Guayaquil, with a city tour including Seminario Park, the Malecón, Las Peñas, and the Historical Park.
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Day 8 — Santa Cruz, Galápagos
A flight to the Galapagos, a tortoise farm visit, and the Charles Darwin Station's turtle hatchery.
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Day 9 — Uninhabited island
Island hopping with guided walking tours, snorkeling, and an onboard lunch.
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Day 10 — Isabela Island
A speedboat to Isabela, the flamingo lagoon and tortoise breeding station, and kayaking or snorkeling at Tintoreras.
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Day 11 — Santa Cruz
A hike and kayak at Tortuga Bay, plus a Santa Cruz bay boat tour with snorkeling at La Lobería.
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Day 12 — Galápagos departure
Final shopping time, then a ferry and shuttle to the airport for departure.
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Departure
The trip ends in the Galapagos Islands, with a ferry and shuttle to the airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 56 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's close to even — 6 days in Peru (Lima, Cusco, Rainbow Mountain, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu) and 6 days in Ecuador (Guayaquil and the Galapagos).
It's a full pace — a high-altitude trek followed the next day by valley sightseeing and then Machu Picchu — so some travellers prefer extra rest time in Cusco beforehand, which we're happy to add.
You'll fly from Cusco or Lima to Guayaquil, spend a day there, then fly on to the Galapagos — those flights are excluded from the trip price.
11 nights in 3-4 star hotels, 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, airport transfers, ferry and land transfers, activities and admission fees, and an English-speaking guide.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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