Arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport. Welcome and transfer to the hotel. Your private guided tour Peru and Ecuador begins here: personal attention, a flexible schedule, and care for every detail from the very first minute in the country.

The road passes through the dense city of Lima: low neighborhoods, shop signs, scattered palms, and street cafes with cozy terraces.

Accommodation at Belmond hotels Peru Miraflores Park, Ocean View Junior Suite, breakfast included. Guests love the Belmond properties in Peru for their position at key points along the route, their level of service, and their thoughtful spaces: panoramic views, quiet rooms, unhurried hospitality, and kitchens that celebrate local ingredients.

The evening is free: time to recover after the flight and ease gently into the rhythm of the journey. You can stay in the hotel or take a short walk through Miraflores, a safe and well-kept neighborhood where neat streets lead down to the ocean.

If you enjoy world-class dining and ocean-view luxury, our VIP tour of Chile combines gourmet experiences in the Atacama Desert with the finest seafood and wines of Santiago and Valparaíso.

09:00: 'Art and Traditions' city tour (half day). An essential part of any luxury South America tour. The excursion begins at the 'Park of Love' in Miraflores, with sweeping views over the Pacific Ocean. Then a panoramic visit to Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial center of the ancient Lima culture.

In San Isidro, the financial heart of the city, you visit Huaca Huallamarca, an ancient pre-Inca temple. Then the historic center of the city of Lima: the main square, the Government Palace, the Town Hall, and the Cathedral with its carved interiors. The tour closes at the Santo Domingo Monastery, with its 17th-century galleries and quiet inner courtyards.

After the excursion, transfer to a restaurant for lunch (lunch not included).

14:00: Transfer to the Larco Museum Lima. 
14:30: VIP tour with a curator (about 2 hours). The museum stands on top of a pre-Columbian pyramid from the 7th century. It is especially worth visiting for its rich storerooms and its unique collection of pre-Columbian erotic pottery.

19:30: Transfer to restaurant Rafael in Lima. Dinner (not included). Return to hotel.

Transfer to the airport for the flight to the Amazonian city of Iquitos (45 minutes). 

AQUA EXPEDITION
Group journey into the largest tropical forest on Earth, covering about 40% of South America and stretching across nine countries.

Travel into the jungle, as the locals call it, is only possible by boat on the legendary Amazon River. Wide waters, a slow current, and banks hidden behind walls of green. 

This great artery begins in the foothills of the Andes in Peru and flows east for 6,400 km to the Atlantic Ocean. One of the largest rivers in the world by length and by water volume. In the rainy season, the water rises and floods the forest along its banks.

The Amazon is one of the richest ecosystems on the planet: home to at least 40,000 plant species, 427 mammal species, 1,300 bird species, 378 reptile species, more than 400 amphibian species, and around 3,000 species of freshwater fish.

For travelers who love luxury river cruising and immersive jungle experiences, our Amazon VIP Experience offers a similarly exclusive journey with private guided excursions and premium service.

Days 4 to 6: Amazon Cruise and the Pacaya Samiria Reserve
It is hard to imagine a true luxury Peru Ecuador vacation without an Amazon luxury cruise Peru. Many travelers choose the Aria Amazon cruise for its level of service and its rare access to wild nature.

The Aria Amazon cruise ship is a river cruise vessel designed by innovative architect Jordi Puig for journeys through the Peruvian Amazon and the famous Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Maximum comfort and luxury, with the lightest possible impact on the fragile ecosystem of the Amazon River.

The Aria Amazon cruise ship is a river cruise vessel designed by innovative architect Jordi Puig for journeys through the Peruvian Amazon and the famous Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Maximum comfort and luxury, with the lightest possible impact on the fragile ecosystem of the Amazon River.
On board: 16 suites with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows looking out over the river and the jungle. On the upper deck: a jacuzzi, a covered lounge area, a bar, and an open observation deck. The restaurant serves exquisite Peruvian cuisine from the signature menu of Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of Peru's most celebrated chefs.

All excursions run in groups of up to eight people, led by highly qualified naturalist guides. Small boats with a crew allow you to explore wildlife through narrow channels and stop in places no larger vessel could ever reach.

This morning: a visit to a manatee and jungle animal rescue center. You see animals being cared for before their return to the wild: manatees in spacious pools, rare birds and mammals typical of the Amazon region.

This morning: a visit to a manatee and jungle animal rescue center. You see animals being cared for before their return to the wild: manatees in spacious pools, rare birds and mammals typical of the Amazon region.
Then transfer to Iquitos airport and a flight to Cusco (with a connection in Lima). Already on the way, you can feel the world changing: the humid Amazon air gives way to the drier, cooler air of the Andes.

On arrival in the ancient Inca capital of Cusco, transfer to Belmond hotels Peru Rio Sagrado, Terrace room, breakfast included. The hotel sits in the Sacred Valley, among terraced slopes and green fields, beside the Urubamba River.

Ahead lies Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, where colonial facades and Inca stonework stand side by side, and the slopes of the Andes are visible from many of its streets.

Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

At the appointed time, transfer to Rio Sagrado station. The Vistadome train carries you to the ancient Inca town of Machu Picchu.
12:24: On arrival, walk to the bus station and ride up to Machu Picchu (about 25 minutes).

The time has come to visit the lost city, one of the great reasons to choose a Machu Picchu and Galapagos tour. The Inca city sits at about 2,400 meters above sea level: stone terraces, buildings with perfectly fitted stonework, and a feeling of complete isolation. Viewpoints open onto mountain ridges and deep valleys below.
The best time to visit Machu Picchu and Galapagos is from May to October. This is the dry season: clear skies, good visibility of the mountains and ruins. On the islands, the water is cooler, but there are fewer tourists and the wildlife watching season begins in full.

17:00: Bus down to Aguas Calientes. 
17:50: Train back to Rio Sagrado station. 
On arrival, transfer to Cusco (about 1.5 hours). Stay at Belmond hotels Peru Palacio Nazarenas, Junior Suite, breakfast included.

If the ancient stonework of Machu Picchu inspires you to explore more of the Inca legacy, our 3‑country tour combines Peru with Brazil and Argentina, including the thundering Iguazu Falls and the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires.

When you look at these geological formations, you feel as if the slopes have been draped in bright fabric or painted by a surrealist. The slopes of Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca are striped in ochre, terracotta, green, and grey: the traces of minerals rising to the surface.

Rainbow Mountain is part of the Andean range of the Cordillera de Vilcanota. From the summit, you can see the Ausangate mountain view, one of the most sacred mountains of the Inca. The summit reaches 5,200 meters above sea level, so acclimatization is essential when planning your ascent.
Every year, pilgrims gather at the foot of the mountain for the Qoyllur Rit'i festival. They come to the sanctuary that locals call an Apu (meaning 'sacred' in Quechua), to make ritual offerings.

Full day excursion from Cusco with a guide, breakfast and lunch included. Departure at 04:00, return to Cusco around 19:00. The route is designed for determined travelers. 
It is possible to ride a horse for the last 300 meters (cost: USD 60). 
Accommodation at Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Junior Suite, breakfast included. Overnight in Cusco.

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Today the Cusco city tour covers all the key monuments: from the Inca ceremonial complexes to Spanish architecture preserved since the 16th century.

First, the archaeological park of Sacsayhuaman ruins (about 3.5 hours). Massive stone blocks, fitted together without mortar, with astonishing precision. 

Then Tambomachay, with its system of water channels, and Puca Pucara, perched on a hilltop with views over the valley.

Next, the Qorikancha temple. Its name means 'Golden Courtyard': in Inca times the walls were covered with sheets of gold, and even now the stonework carries a sense of its former grandeur.

From the San Blas neighborhood, the quarter of the craftsmen, a walk leads along Hatun Rumiyoc street. Along the way: the Palace of Inca Roca and the famous Twelve-Angle Stone Cusco, a single stone with twelve perfect angles fitted seamlessly into the wall.

From the San Blas neighborhood, the quarter of the craftsmen, a walk leads along Hatun Rumiyoc street. Along the way: the Palace of Inca Roca and the famous Twelve-Angle Stone Cusco, a single stone with twelve perfect angles fitted seamlessly into the wall.
The excursion ends at the main square, with the Cathedral and its collection of colonial art inside.

Transfer to the airport. Departure at 10:55, arrival in the Ecuadorian capital of Quito at 17:47. Transfer to hotel Casa Gangotena Quito.

Quito takes its name from the Quitu people, who lived in this region at the end of the first millennium. In the 15th century the Inca conquered these lands. In 1533 the Spanish founded a settlement here under the name San Francisco de Quito.

Quito stretches along a mountain valley: dense buildings, church domes, slopes visible from every direction. The city sits at about 2,800 meters above sea level, so after the flight it is important to rest and allow time to adapt.

The evening is best spent quietly. Ahead lies the Quito historic center UNESCO and the equatorial line. A calm evening helps you move gently into the next stage of the journey.

Travel to Mashpi Lodge Ecuador by private car (about 3 hours).

The road leaves the city and enters the world of humid forests: thick green, narrow winding roads, patches of mist on the slopes. The altitude drops gradually to around 950 meters.

The road leaves the city and enters the world of humid forests: thick green, narrow winding roads, patches of mist on the slopes. The altitude drops gradually to around 950 meters.
The Mashpi Lodge luxury sits inside a protected nature reserve that will surprise even the most seasoned nature lovers. All around: tropical forest, ferns, bromeliads, orchids. The Mashpi cloud forest region has up to 500 bird species, including dozens of rare ones. The forest is home to monkeys, peccaries, and pumas.

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Full lodge program, 3 days and 2 nights, all meals included. Several rivers flow through the reserve, forming cascades and natural pools with a temperature of around 18 to 20 degrees Celsius. Trails run alongside streams, the ground is soft and damp underfoot, with tree roots and mossy stones. Light filters through the canopy in shifting patches. The walk is not demanding, but comfortable shoes are a must.

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to Quito. Transfer to hotel Casa Gangotena Quito.

Today: a Quito city tour with a visit to the equatorial line (about 8 hours including transfers). Quito has one of the best-preserved historic centers in the world, which earned it its place as the first city ever designated a Quito historic center UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will see the Church of San Francisco, monasteries, courtyards, and colonial buildings. At Plaza Grande: the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and the City Hall. A special stop at the Jesuit church, its facade covered in intricate stonework. From the Panecillo viewpoint, a sweeping view over the city and the valley.

Then an excursion to the Middle of the World Monument Quito: the monument built in memory of the 1736 geodesic expedition that calculated the position of the equator. In truth the structure stands 240 meters south of the real equatorial line, which was discovered in the 20th century using GPS.

Then a visit to the Intinan Museum equator. Here you can watch experiments showing the effects of the equatorial line on nature, and see the traditional homes of different peoples of the region. Return to hotel. Free time.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport (1.5 hours), then a flight to the famous Galapagos Islands tour.
On arrival, your guide meets you at the airport and takes you to the bus. A short road (10 minutes) to the Itabaka Channel, then a motorboat crossing (about 5 minutes). 
Then a drive across the island (about 45 minutes) toward Puerto Ayora.
On the way, stops in the agricultural zone, where Darwin's finches can be seen, the very birds that helped Charles Darwin form his theory of evolution. You will also see Galapagos giant tortoises of all ages and sizes, and learn how local farms help protect these unique animals and their habitat.
The next stop: the famous lava tunnels of Santa Cruz Island Galapagos. Channels formed when lava cooled unevenly as it flowed from the volcano stretch from the highlands all the way to the shore. Some of them you can walk right through.

This is your Galapagos luxury cruise and small group Galapagos cruise experience beginning: ahead lies wildlife watching, including blue-footed boobies Galapagos and marine iguanas Galapagos. 
Included lunch. Transfer to hotel. Welcome reception and check-in. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Free time in Puerto Ayora.

If you are passionate about unique island ecosystems and close‑up marine encounters, our Beaches of Brazil tour offers world‑class diving at Fernando de Noronha and pristine coral reefs.

Early departure from the hotel to the Itabaka Channel and boarding the yacht. Breakfast is served on board, and the sunrise is met at sea. In the early hours, dolphins often swim alongside the yacht.

When wondering what to see in the Galápagos on a VIP tour, first and foremost, you can expect abundant nature and wildlife within arm's reach.

Landing on the shore of Bartolome Island Galapagos. About 30 minutes climbing up over volcanic terrain, black and reddish rock, and you reach the summit. From here, views open over the islands of Santiago, Baltra, and Santa Cruz, as well as Pinnacle Rock, the remains of an ancient volcano.

Then - change into beachwear. Time for swimming and snorkeling Galapagos: clear water, shallow areas, and sea turtles, rays, and tropical fish nearby. During a boat ride along the shore you may see Galapagos penguins (the only penguins living on the equator), sea lions, marine iguanas Galapagos, and seabirds.

Lunch on board. Return to hotel in the late afternoon, with a little free time for a walk through Puerto Ayora. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Sea excursion to Seymour Island Galapagos or Plaza Island Galapagos (confirmed after booking).

SEYMOUR. Early departure to the Itabaka Channel and boarding the yacht (about 1 hour crossing). Landing on the island: a stony shore and a forest of grey-silver palo santo trees. Seymour is known for its bird colonies. The male frigatebirds with their bright red throat pouches are especially unforgettable, as are the blue-footed boobies Galapagos. On the beach: marine gulls, sea lions, marine iguanas Galapagos, and pelicans. 
Lunch on board. Then a sail to the Bachas beaches on the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island: a lagoon where flamingos often bathe, then an uninhabited beach. Return to Puerto Ayora around 16:30.

PLAZA. A more compact route: Plaza welcomes visitors with a red-green carpet of sesuvium, an endemic plant, and the friendly barking of sea lion families who live here. An easy walk: the trail passes by sea lions and land iguanas, and at the highest cliff, swallow-tailed gulls, blue-footed boobies Galapagos, and frigatebirds glide through the air. 
Then Cape Carrion: a unique spot for snorkeling Galapagos and swimming alongside rays, sharks, and hundreds of colorful tropical fish. Lunch on board. Return to hotel. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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Breakfast, then transfer to Baltra airport for the return flight to the port city of Guayaquil. 
On arrival: independent transfer to the international terminal and check-in for your international flight.

In these eighteen days, you walked the stone terraces of Machu Picchu, climbed to over 5,000 meters in the Andes, traveled the Amazon by boat, and saw the tropical forest from the level of the river. On the Galapagos Islands tour, you swam with sea turtles and rays, walked across volcanic islands, and watched birds from just a few steps away.

When you read the reviews of a VIP tour Peru Ecuador like this one, what travelers remember most is not a list of places but a feeling: rare access, animals without distance, routes without crowds, and logistics without a single problem.

This is the heart of the Peru Ecuador Galapagos tour: a journey rich in contrast, in changing landscapes, altitudes, and climates. You witness rare moments from the animal world and become a guest of ancient ruins. That feeling stays with you for a very long time.