A Voyage to the Galapagos Islands & Machu Picchu

One of Peru's most distinctive ancient sites, the valley is teeming with remnants of the country's Inca past. Explore the ruins of Pisac, a small village nestled among rolling valleys and towering peaks, before ascending to a higher section of the valley for a closer look at the intriguing stone structures while taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Following an afternoon of exploration, you'll enjoy a three-course lunch at Hacienda Sarapampa, a family-owned hacienda serving locally sourced, authentic regional cuisine. Named after the region's staple crop, Hacienda Sarampampa utilises the Giant White Corn throughout many of its dishes, a fantastic opportunity to taste the distinctive flavours of the region.

The next day, you'll be picked up by your driver and driven to Ollantaytambo, an Inca fortress and temple located east of the Sacred Valley. Your tour will begin with a climb up the ancient steps that run along the mountainside where the fortress is located, all the way to the peak, where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the Temple of the Sun and the ruins on Pinkuylluna hill.

A monument like no other, the mystical beauty of Machu Picchu has rightfully earned this former Inca citadel status as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Surrounded by a soaring mountain range, this ancient complex is simply fascinating, offering spectacular views across the Andes. Your driver will collect you from your hotel for a three-hour private tour of the grounds, taking you through various structures including the Caretaker's Hut, Temple of the Sun, the Royal Tomb, Three Windowed Temple, the Intihuatana and the quarry.

The former capital of the ancient Inca empire and an integral location of the Spanish colonisation, Cusco's enduring history and dense concentration of historical monuments have established the city as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On a guided tour, you'll have the opportunity to see the eclectic variety of historic structures, beginning in the vibrant San Pedro Market and continuing to view more Inca sites, such as the Coricancha Temple, Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, and Q'enqo archaeological site. Your tour will conclude in Plaza de Armas, a central square next to an exquisite grand cathedral.

During your stay in Quito, you'll enjoy a guided tour along its enchanting cobble-paved streets, taking you through extravagant plazas, 16th-century churches, striking monasteries, and wonderful museums. You'll begin in the Main Plaza, which houses the Government Palace, the gilded church of La Compaa, and the San Francisco Monastery, before continuing to La Ronda, the city's most famous colonial street. Then you'll head to Quito's Old Town, a bustling district dotted with quaint, pastel-coloured villas that hug the ascending hillside. Your tour will conclude with a chocolate tasting, during which you will learn about the country's historic cocoa practises while indulging in some of the world's finest chocolate.

After departing from Baltra Island, the Infinity Cruise Yacht will begin its journey, first travelling through Santa Cruz Island, an established nature reserve renowned for its diversity of unique wildlife. On the second day of your expedition, you'll venture onto the land for a nature walk along the islands hiking trail leading to a secluded lagoon where you'll get a closer look at some of the island's inhabitants, including a colony of pink flamingos and land iguanas. After a delightful lunch, you'll head over to Las Bachas Beach for a relaxing afternoon of swimming. 

The next day, you'll travel south of Santa Cruz to Floreana, the first island to be settled by humans and the first island to be colonised by Ecuador. Floreana is ripe for exploration, with stunning beaches, including the fascinating Green Beach, wondrous wildlife, and evidence of its previous inhabitants. You'll spend the afternoon enjoying a scenic boat ride across the island's crystalline lagoon, and if you please, send a postcard home from the island's 18th-century postbox.