Majestic Peru & Galapagos Cruise (Grand Queen Beatriz)
Majestic Peru & Galapagos Cruise (Grand Queen Beatriz)
Majestic Peru & Galapagos Cruise (Grand Queen Beatriz)
20 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Quito, Ecuador
Visiting: Lima, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno, Puno / Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley - Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu - Cusco, Lima - Quito, Quito - Isla San Cristobal, Isla Bartolome - Bahia Sullivan, Isla Santiago - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove - Puerto Egas, Isla Santa Cruz - Quito, Quito
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Tour code:
GMQSC
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
12-
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Majestic Peru & Galapagos Cruise" aboard the Grand Queen Beatriz. This tour takes you through the wonders of Peru and Ecuador, starting with the breathtaking Machu Picchu, nestled high in the Andes. Explore the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca and marvel at the enigmatic Nazca Lines. Immerse yourself in the culture of the Sacred Valley and enjoy a traditional pachamanca dinner in the desert. The adventure continues in the Galapagos Islands, where you can encounter sea lions, iguanas, and the iconic giant tortoise. Experience the islands from the comfort of a modern motor yacht, complete with air-conditioned cabins and a sun deck. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, promising an enriching and memorable experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Lima
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru. Kick off your adventure in the coastal capital of Lima with a welcome meeting at 2 pm, where you'll meet your leader and fellow travellers. After, head out on a walking tour of the vibrant Miraflores area with your leader. Enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace, then perhaps meet back up with the group for an optional dinner. Whether you dine with the group or sample the city's renowned food scene on your own, don't miss the chance to try Peru's national dish – ceviche (raw fish marinated in lime juice, often served with hot peppers). If you're not a fan of seafood, there are plenty of other excellent options on offer – ask your leader for tips on the best local eats.
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Day 2: Paracas
Location: Paracas
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, start with a guided walking tour of Lima's historic centre. Stroll atmospheric streets flanked with ornate mansions, palaces and Spanish colonial churches, taking in Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, the San Francisco Monastery and the central market. Your leader will guide you through the market, where you'll find vendors selling a variety of fresh produce and regional specialties like cuy (better known as guinea pig) – a Peruvian delicacy! Head away from the tourist trail and visit Alameda de Chabuca Granda. This pedestrian strip is where Limenos (locals from Lima) go for street food and entertainment. Later, travel by minivan to beautiful Paracas.
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Day 3: Nazca
Location: Nazca
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, take a 2-hour boat tour to Islas Ballestas – home to abundant wildlife, including pelicans, red-footed boobies, flamingos, sea lions and penguins. After some awesome wildlife viewing, hop in a private van to one of the world's most mysterious archaeological sites – the Nazca Lines, stopping off at the oasis town of Huacachina to grab some lunch. Nazca’s origins date back to the 2nd century BC, and thanks to the dry desert conditions, mummies, textiles, ceramics and other relics have been remarkably well-preserved, providing archaeologists with clear snapshots of the highly developed, pre-Inca civilisation. Head to the viewing tower, or maybe take an optional flight over the lines for even better views! Leave Nazca at sunset, then drive south to a local’s traditional mud house in the middle of the desert. Among paintings of local flora, you’ll have a homemade pachamanca dinner (in the Quechua language, pacha means earth and manka means pot) – a traditional Peruvian dish of potatoes, meat and herbs baked with hot stones. Eat with your hosts after a brief ceremony thanking Pachamama (with chicha, otherwise known as corn beer).
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Day 4: Arequipa
Location: Arequipa
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Nazca behind this morning and travel to Arequipa by private vehicle. Standing at the foot of El Misti Volcano and boasting beautiful baroque buildings, Arequipa vies with Cusco for the title of Peru's most attractive city. Built out of a pale volcanic rock called sillar, the old buildings dazzle in the sun, giving the city its nickname – the 'White City'. The main plaza, with its cafes and nearby cathedral, is lovely to wander and stretch your legs after a long driving day.
Day 5: Arequipa
Location: Arequipa
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Get to know this beautiful city with the help of a local guide. Visit the main plaza, Santa Catalina Monastery and San Ignacio Chapel on a walking tour. After, head for lunch with your group at a picanteria for some classic Arequipa favourites like rocoto, relleno, solterito and queso helado. Practice your Spanish with the locals and then you're free to explore Arequipa at your own pace. Maybe return to the main square to take a closer look at the cathedral, cafes and eateries or explore the suburb of Yanahuara. You may also like to visit the Juanita Museum, which houses Peru’s famous ‘Ice Maiden’, the Inca mummy of a girl who died in the 1440s. Ask your tour leader for other tips on how to make the most of your free afternoon.
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Day 6: Puno
Location: Puno
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning you’ll travel by minivan to Puno – a town located on the shores of Lake Titicaca. It's a long drive, but the dramatic views of Peru’s highlands, the Altiplano, make it an exceptionally scenic one. As you approach Puno, stop to pay a visit to the ruins of Sillustani. Tucked between small villages on a beautiful peninsula near Lake Umaya, the pre-Inca ruins comprise circular towers called chullpas that served as burial sites for noblemen. Continue to Puno, a melting pot of Aymara and Quechuan Indigenous culture. Traditional Andean customs are still strongly represented here, earning the town the title of Folklore Capital of Peru.
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Day 7: Puno / Lake Titicaca
Location: Puno / Lake Titicaca
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with a tour of Lake Titicaca. It is 3820 m above sea level and holds the title of the highest navigable lake in the world. While cruising across its waters, hop in a motorboat and learn about the lake’s spiritual significance for the Quechua. Stop off at Uros Titinos – floating islands made entirely from layers of totora reeds. As you'll find out, the islands are constantly under construction – as the reeds closest to the water begin to rot, more layers are added. Reeds are used for making everything on the island, including the boats used to travel to the mainland, which can last up to 12 months. Continue to Taquile Island, where the locals make their livelihood out of textiles. Here, knitting is strictly a male domain, while women do the spinning. To reach the main part of the island, there is a one-hour uphill walk on a paved path with great views of the lake. Sit down to an optional set lunch consisting of a local staple, quinoa soup, washed down with a cup of muna tea (Andean mint tea). After a brief stay, a descent of about 500 steps brings you back to the boat, which will take you back to Puno.
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Day 8: Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a scenic bus ride across the Altiplano towards Cusco. You’ll be travelling by public tourist bus, and while there’s a rest stop along the way, it’s best to stock up on snacks before your journey. Cusco is the continent’s oldest continuously inhabited city, and colonial buildings are built upon foundations that remain from Inca times. Set out to discover some of Cusco's lesser-known sights on a guided walking tour – visit the facade of Qoricancha temple, San Pedro market, the main square, 12 Angled Stone, Regocijo Square and San Blas Square. Tonight, ask your leader for great restaurant recommendations for dinner.
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Day 9: Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Cusco, the heart and soul of Peru. You may like to visit the city’s many museums and archaeological sites with your included boleto turistico (tourism ticket). This includes the Contemporary Art Museum, Regional History Museum, Qosqo Native Art Museum and the Inca ruins of Q'enqo, Pica Pakara, and Pisac. The most easily accessible among these sites is Qoricancha, which was once the Incan empire's richest temple until the Spanish built a Dominican church on top of it.
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Day 10: Sacred Valley - Ollantaytambo
Location: Sacred Valley - Ollantaytambo
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you’ll hop on a bus and drive through the Sacred Valley. Known as Wilcamayo to the Incas, the valley has been a source of livelihood for the locals for hundreds of years. You’ll see maize crops covering the terraced valley walls and the sacred river beneath. Just outside Cusco, stop off for a guided tour of the Inca fortress, Sacsayhuaman. Overlooking the city from its hilltop position, the fortress is built out of massive stone blocks and is the ultimate example of the Inca's military strength. Visit the AMA Restaurant in Urubamba – this cafe provides employment opportunities and job training for single mothers throughout the Sacred Valley. Enjoy a snack and learn how this inclusive enterprise focuses on economic growth, gender equality and the support of vulnerable communities. Travel further into the Sacred Valley to visit the Huilloq community, where tourists are an uncommon sight. Be welcomed with an offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth) and learn about the community’s ancestral textile techniques. Sit down for a guinea-pig lunch (vegetarian option available upon request) and then drive onwards to the day’s final destination – Ollantaytambo. Here, you’ll take a guided tour of the town’s archaeological site, including remnants of an Inca city and soaring views over the present-day settlement.
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Day 11: Aguas Calientes
Location: Aguas Calientes
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, catch a train through the winding Urubamba Valley, climbing to Aguas Calientes – this seriously scenic journey will surely give your camera a good workout. If you’d like to give your legs a workout too, your leader can recommend some beautiful walks around Aguas Calientes. The city is nestled in the cloud forest at the foot of Machu Picchu, so it’s the perfect place to kick back and take in your peaceful surroundings.
One Day Inca Trail
If you're the active type, you can choose to trek the One Day Inca Trail today (11 km or 7 miles). Keep in mind that you must pre-book this option at least 30 days before departure. If you choose this option, the day begins bright and early with a 6:30 am train ride to the starting point. With a local guide leading the way, the trail will lead uphill and downhill, passing a few archaeological sites. See Chachabamba and Winay Wayna (2680 m altitude), also known as 'Forever Young'. This impressive complex is considered by many to be the most impressive site on the whole Inca Trail and is made up of a terraced agricultural centre, religious sector and urban sector. From here, it's about a 1.5-hour trek to Intipunku (the Sun Gate), where (weather permitting) you'll enjoy unforgettable views over the ‘Lost City of the Incas’ as you enter Machu Picchu. Depending on how long the trek takes, you'll have time to snap some pics and look around before taking a short bus ride down to Aguas Calientes, where you'll re-join the group and spend the night at a hotel.
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Day 12: Machu Picchu - Cusco
Location: Machu Picchu - Cusco
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take an early bus up the winding road to Machu Picchu at 5.30 am. The city was built around 1440 AD as a country retreat for the Incan nobility, but there’s evidence that the land had been a sacred Incan site for much longer. Another school of thought is that this was an astronomical observatory. Take a guided tour around the awe-inspiring ruins of temples, palaces and living quarters and decide for yourself. After your tour, catch the bus back to Aguas Calientes, followed by a scenic train ride to Ollantaytambo and finally a drive to Cusco, where you’ll spend the night.
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Day 13: Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy free time to delve deeper into all Cusco has to offer. You may like to use your boleto turistico to check out any sites you missed last time you were here or simply grab a coffee from a cafe at Plaza de Armas and do some people-watching. For those still seeking an active adventure, the hills that surround Cusco are well-suited for some mountain biking. Ask your tour leader for advice on optional activities and how to make the most of your free day.
Day 14: Lima
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a short flight from Cusco to Lima. You will be unescorted on your flight today. When you arrive in Lima, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and met by a local leader who can assist with any optional activities or final arrangements. When you arrive in Lima, the day is free to spend how you wish. Visit some of the sites you missed at the beginning of the trip, or maybe do some last-minute souvenir shopping. Why not gather the group for one final night out on the town.
Day 15: Lima - Quito
Location: Lima - Quito
Accommodation Name: M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, you’ll take a transfer to the Lima Airport for your flight to Quito – sitting at a high altitude under the towering Pichincha volcano, this is a beautiful city, stretching along the valley and surrounded by the Andes. When you arrive, you’ll be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free until your next welcome meeting at 5 pm. After, head out with your new leader and fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant. Try some traditional flavours and get to know your group.
Day 16: Quito - Isla San Cristobal
Location: Quito - Isla San Cristobal
Accommodation Name: M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos Islands. Please note the pick-up time will usually be as early as 4:30 am (a boxed breakfast will be provided), as the airport is a one-hour drive away and you must allow for delays and check-in times. (Your tour leader will confirm this time with you at the Welcome Meeting on Day 1).
The flight to the Galapagos will make one stop in Guayaquil to pick up other passengers. (Total flight time is about 3.5 hours).
You will be met in the arrival hall of the airport by the National Park Guide, and transferred to your catamaran ‘M/Y Queen Beatriz’.
This afternoon you will travel into the interior of the island to visit the highlands site of ‘Galapaguera of Cerro Colorado’ (Red Hill) where the national park has established a breeding program and information centre for tortoises. Here, we will be able to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat and learn all about their origin, evolution and their threatened future.
Estimated travel time/distance:
Puerto Baquerizo (Isla San Cristobal) to Bartolome: 8 hours (70 nautical miles)
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Day 17: Isla Bartolome - Bahia Sullivan
Location: Isla Bartolome - Bahia Sullivan
Accommodation Name: M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bartolome is one of the most spectacular volcanic landscapes in the Galapagos, full of parasitic spatter cones, lava flows, Galapagos penguins and lava lizards.
It is a relatively new island in the archipelago and traces of its volcanic past can be seen everywhere, as evidenced by the amazing lunar-like landscape.
The Pinnacle Rock is one of the most photographed sites in the Galapagos – an abrupt jag of rock protruding from the earth like a tooth, while nearby two golden bays back onto each other.
You can hike to the top of a once-active volcano here (360 wooden steps), and enjoy superb views across to Sullivan Bay, on nearby Isla Santiago. If you are in luck you might catch a glance of the Galapagos Hawk here. You also have the opportunity to go snorkelling with plenty of tropical fish, starfish, white-tipped reef sharks, rays and hopefully penguins.
On Santiago's eastern coast sits Bahia Sullivan. Here you walk on Pahoe-Hoe lava, from an eruption that occurred in 1897, and witness the colonisation of plant species since the last eruption. Hopefully see some marine iguanas, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, finches, turtles, sharks and penguins. On a walk, your guide will explain the geological history of the islands.
Estimated travel time/distance:
Bartolome to Isla Santiago (Bahia Sullivan): 0.5 hours (1 nautical mile)
Isla Santiago (Bahia Sullivan) to Espumilla Beach: 3 hours (25 nautical miles)
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Day 18: Isla Santiago - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove - Puerto Egas
Location: Isla Santiago - Espumilla Beach - Buccaneer Cove - Puerto Egas
Accommodation Name: M/Y Grand Queen Beatriz
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will visit some wonderful places. Espumilla Beach, on the northern coast of Santiago Island in James Bay, is one of the most idyllic locations in the Galapagos Islands and is an important nesting site for marine turtles. With large waves, it is also often a favourite amongst beach lovers.
Potentially we will see Galapagos hawks up close, ghost crabs, blue-footed boobies (often plunging for fish) and brown pelicans. It is also well known for its palo santo forest and some extraordinary lava formations.
You will also visit Caleta Bucanero (Buccaneer Cove), a natural monument of rocks caused by sea erosion. This cove was used by pirates to careen their ships. It is a place of local legends and stories! It is also where Darwin camped for nine days while making his study of the islands and their wildlife. If conditions are favourable, you can enjoy some further snorkelling.
Puerto Egas is a black sand beach located on the west side of James Bay and northwest of Santiago Island. South of the beach is Sugarloaf Volcano, which has deposits of volcanic tuff. This site is named Puerto Egas, after Hector Egas who last attempted to mine salt here. The walk along the beach offers hundreds of marine iguanas and Galapagos sea lions. You will also see amazing tidal pools formed from ancient lava flow and home to sponges, snails, hermit crabs, barnacles and fish. Snorkelling with the seals always offers the possibility of thrilling encounters.
Estimated travel time/distance:
Espumilla Beach to Bucaneer Cove: 0.5 hours (1 nautical mile)
Bucaneer Cove to Puerto Egas: 0.5 hours (1 nautical mile)
Puerto Egas to Puerto Ayora: 7 hours (60 nautical miles)
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Day 19: Isla Santa Cruz - Quito
Location: Isla Santa Cruz - Quito
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Flights to mainland Ecuador from the Galapagos Islands depart mid-morning, so an early start is necessary to make the most of today’s visit to the small town of Puerto Ayora is the economic centre of the archipelago, and home to the Charles Darwin Research Station. As well as undertaking vital conservation work, the station also makes for interesting exploration and offers the best opportunities for close encounters with giant tortoises. You may also see baby tortoises and land iguanas.
This will be your final excursion before you head to the airport. Upon arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport, enjoy an included transfer to your hotel. Choose whether to join your fellow travellers for an optional dinner this evening.
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Day 20: Quito
Location: Quito
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Galapagos adventure will come to an end today after breakfast. There are no activities planned for the final day so you are able to depart the accommodation at any time. There are many fascinating things to do in and around Quito, so please speak to our customer service representative about any optional activities that might be of interest. They can also assist you in booking a departure transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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Complimentary Arrival Transfer
A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included for arrivals on Day 1 or if pre-tour accommodation is booked through the provider.
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Lima - Leader-led Miraflores walking tour
Enjoy a leader-led walking tour of the Miraflores district in Lima.
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Lima - Guided tour, including San Francisco Monastery, the Catacombs and Central Market
Participate in a guided tour of Lima, including visits to the San Francisco Monastery, the Catacombs, and the Central Market.
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Islas Ballestas - Guided tour
Experience a guided tour of the Islas Ballestas.
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Nazca Lines - Viewing tower
View the Nazca Lines from a designated viewing tower.
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Nazca - Pachamanca dinner
Enjoy a traditional Pachamanca dinner in Nazca.
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Arequipa - Walking tour
Take part in a walking tour of Arequipa.
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Arequipa - San Ignacio Chapel
Visit the San Ignacio Chapel in Arequipa.
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Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee
Admission to the Santa Catalina Monastery in Arequipa is included.
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Arequipa - Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa
Visit the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa.
What's Not Included
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Galapagos Islands transit card fee
A US$20 Galapagos Islands transit card fee must be paid at the airport in Quito prior to departure to the islands.
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Galapagos National Park fee
All clients must pay the Galapagos National Park fee of US $200 upon arrival at the airport in the Galapagos.
This fee applies to everyone aged 13 years and above.
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Domestic flight luggage allowance
The luggage allowance for domestic flights is 23kg for check-in luggage and 7kg for carry-on.
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Single supplement
A single supplement is available if you prefer not to share a room, subject to availability.
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Hiking the 1-Day Inca Trail
Hiking the 1-Day Inca Trail is available for an additional cost.
Mode of Transport
The Grand Queen Beatriz is a modern motor yacht with a comfortable lounge, dining area, jacuzzi, and sun deck. It features eight air-conditioned cabins and offers a personal level of service. Zodiacs are used for activities, with assistance provided for boarding.
Accommodation
The Grand Queen Beatriz offers stylish modern design with large en suite cabins, all featuring individual air conditioning and ocean views. The upper deck cabins have private balconies, and all cabins are equipped with a safety deposit box, hair dryers, and toiletries.
Important Information
This trip is a combination trip made up of the "Majestic Peru" trip and the "Galapagos Encounter" Central Islands" trip which is onboard the Grand Queen Beatriz boat.1. The maximum group size of the Majestic Peru is 12, with a minimum age of 15 years and the Galapagos Islands cruise has a group size of 16 with a minimum age of 12 years.2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.4. This trip starts in Lima on Day 1 at 2pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore Miraflores with your leader.5. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.6. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. These details are used to obtain entrance and transport tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.7. This trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu. You can choose to hike the 1-Day Inca Trail for an additional cost. Please see Day 11 of the Itinerary and contact your booking agent if you’re interested in this activity.8. Should you choose not to hike at all, please inform in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.9. There is a US$20 Galapagos Islands transit card fee that needs to be paid at the airport in Quito prior to departure to the islands.10. All clients must pay the Galapagos National Park fee of US $200 upon arrival at the airport in the Galapagos. These fees are to be paid in cash. This applies to everyone aged 13 years and above. For children aged 12 the fee will be USD100.11. Dietary requirements need to be advised at the time of booking so that any included meals can be properly catered for.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size for the Majestic Peru and Galapagos Islands cruise?
The maximum group size for the Majestic Peru trip is 12, while the Galapagos Islands cruise has a group size of 16.
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Are there any age restrictions for this tour?
Yes, the minimum age for the Majestic Peru trip is 15 years, and for the Galapagos Islands cruise, it is 12 years.
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Is there a single supplement available for this tour?
Yes, a single supplement is available if you prefer not to share a room. It applies to all nights of the trip and is subject to availability.
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What should I do if I have dietary requirements?
Dietary requirements need to be advised at the time of booking so that any included meals can be properly catered for.
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What are the luggage allowances for domestic flights on this tour?
The luggage allowance for domestic flights is 23kg for checked luggage and 7kg for carry-on.
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What fees are associated with visiting the Galapagos Islands?
There is a US$20 Galapagos Islands transit card fee payable at the airport in Quito and a Galapagos National Park fee of US$200 upon arrival in the Galapagos. For children aged 12, the park fee is USD100.
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Can I use the jacuzzi on the Grand Queen Beatriz at any time?
The jacuzzi can only be used when the boat is stationary, such as during activities or excursions, and pre and post some meals. You must notify a crew member to use it, as it will be emptied before the boat is underway.
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What happens if I choose not to hike the Inca Trail?
If you choose not to hike at all, you must inform in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without prior warning, local fees may apply.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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