Mysteries of the Inca Empire with Peru's Amazon & Galapagos Cruise
Mysteries of the Inca Empire with Peru's Amazon & Galapagos Cruise
21 day tour from Lima to Quito
Tour Operator
Cosmos
Departures
Jun 29, 2025
–
Nov 29, 2026
Prices From
$8,343
Dates & Prices
On this Peru tour—with a Galápagos Islands cruise—delve into the past, learn about the local culture, and experience beautiful scenery as you visit ancient ruins, enjoy guided sightseeing, and marvel at the flora and fauna found in the Amazon and Galápagos Islands. History comes alive on this tour through Peru. Imagine what life was like in the 15th century as you tour the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, where you'll see this famous Inca complex set in a majestic setting. More history awaits at Ollantaytambo, the archaeological site of the Incas’ resistance during the Spanish conquest, and the
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU
Welcome to Lima, where you will be met by a Cosmos representative. Please note: You will meet your Tour Director on day 5 in Lima.
Day 2
LIMA–PUERTO MALDONADO–TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
Fly to Puerto Maldonado, entry to Peru’s Amazon Jungle. Take a motorboat journey up the Tambopata River to view turtles, caimans, monkeys, and birdlife. Arrive at your Amazon Jungle lodge within Tambopata National Reserve. This afternoon, head out with your Naturalist in search of saddleback tamarins, brown capuchins, agoutis, blue-morpho butterflies, trogons, toucans, and many other species commonly spotted here. As night falls, head out on foot to search for nocturnal wildlife. (B,L,D)
Day 3
TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
Enjoy a Naturalist-guided canoe ride and walk to see the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. After lunch, head back out with your Naturalist to learn about the endemic plants in this region and spot some more wildlife. This evening, venture back out by canoe with your Naturalist to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night. (B,L,D)
Day 4
TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
For more insight into the Amazon, let your Naturalist know what included adventure you would like to take advantage of today—it’s your choice! (B,L,D)
What's Included
Meals
20 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 11 dinners
Hotels
Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport
First-Class
Tambopata Eco Lodge
National Park
Jose Antonio Lima Hotel
First-Class
Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay
First-Class
El Mapi by Inkaterra
First-Class
Jose Antonio Cusco
Moderate First-Class
Jose Antonio Puno
Superior Tourist-Class
Grand Mercure Alameda (SAT)
Superior First-Class
Itinerary Dates & Prices
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End Date
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Start Date
Jun 29, 2025
End Date
Jul 19, 2025
Our Price
$8,343
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Start Date
Oct 05, 2025
End Date
Oct 25, 2025
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$8,343
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Start Date
Oct 19, 2025
End Date
Nov 08, 2025
Our Price
$9,000
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Start Date
Mar 08, 2026
End Date
Mar 28, 2026
Our Price
$9,644
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Start Date
May 17, 2026
End Date
Jun 06, 2026
Our Price
$9,094
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Start Date
Jun 28, 2026
End Date
Jul 18, 2026
Our Price
$10,504
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