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Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita (Ecuador), a tour by G Adventures

Tour · 16 nights · with G Adventures

Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita

A small-group adventure combining Peru’s Machu Picchu and Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands with G Adventures, blending ancient Inca history and diverse wildlife over 16 nights.

Duration
16 nights
Departures
3 dates
Choose a month below
Countries
Ecuador, Peru
Operator
G Adventures
From
£6,779
per person

Highlights

What makes this one worth it

  1. Train journey through the Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes

  2. Machu Picchu guided circuit tourWith panoramic viewpoint access

  3. Seven nights aboard the Yolita around Galápagos IslandsIncluding Genovesa and Isabela

  4. Snorkelling alongside sea lions and searching for turtles and rays

  5. Hike to the crater rim of Sierra Negra volcano on Isabela Island

About the trip

This 16-night tour by G Adventures offers a blend of cultural heritage and natural wonders across Peru and Ecuador. Starting in Peru, you’ll travel by train through the Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu, where you follow a designated circuit around the site to avoid crowds. The nearby Sacred Valley and Cusco include guided tours and a pottery demonstration, touching on local crafts and histories.

In Ecuador, the itinerary shifts to the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita, a motorised yacht accommodating small groups. The journey focuses on less frequented islands like Genovesa and Isabela, featuring snorkeling among sea lions and visits to volcanic landscapes including a hike to the Sierra Negra volcano’s crater rim. Wildlife encounters include giant tortoises and marine creatures, while the onboard naturalist guides aid in interpreting this unique ecosystem.

This holiday balances active days—hiking, kayaking, biking—with opportunities to relax on white-sand beaches. The pace allows time for local meals and interaction with community projects, enhancing insight into both countries beyond the typical tourist trails.

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The route in outline: places are joined in the order visited, not by the roads or sea lanes taken.
  1. 1 Machu Picchu
  2. 2 Cusco
  3. 3 Aguas Calientes
  4. 4 Galápagos Islands
  5. 5 Genovesa Island
  6. 6 Isabela Island
  7. 7 Santa Cruz Island
  8. 8 Floreana Island

Itinerary

The route

  1. Machu Picchu

  2. Cusco

  3. Aguas Calientes

  4. Galápagos Islands

  5. Genovesa Island

  6. Isabela Island

  7. Santa Cruz Island

  8. Floreana Island

These are the places the trip visits, in order. G Adventures publishes the day-by-day itinerary on its own site.

When to go

Departures and prices

Lowest price each month, per person.

G Adventures confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.

Need to know

Before you book

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Travelling alone
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Flights
Not included: you book your own to the start
What’s included
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Accessibility
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Questions people ask

How long is Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita?
Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita is a 16 nights tour holiday.
Who operates Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita?
Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita is operated by G Adventures.
How much does Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita cost?
Prices for Machu Picchu & the Galápagos Islands aboard the Yolita start from £6,779, subject to availability.

The operator

G Adventures

Small-group tours around the world

Small groups, local guides and a long list of destinations, from the Galápagos to the Mekong.

You book with G Adventures directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.

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