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Get ready for an adventure beyond Darwin’s wildest dreams. Cruising the islands’ southern and central routes, our exclusive Ecoventura adventure yachts offer attentive Relais & Châteaux hospitality and the most intimate guest-to-staff ratio in the region. Our acclaimed Expedition Team leads the way, revealing giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, sea lions, penguins and more with a host of exciting snorkeling, kayaking, Zodiac and shore excursions. For the finest expedition in the Galápagos, look no further.
October 31 - November 8, 2026
Galápagos Yachting Expedition with A&K Ecoventura
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Highlights
GALAPAGOS | KICKER ROCK | PITT POINT | CERRO BRUJO | SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND | PUNTA SUAREZ | GARDNER BAY | ESPANOLA ISLAND | CORMORANT POINT | DEVIL’S CROWN | POST OFFICE BAY | FLOREANA ISLAND | BARONESS VIEWING POINT | SANTA CRUZ HIGHLANDS | CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION & FAUSTO ILERENA BREEDING CENTER | CHINESE HAT | BARTOLOME ISLAND | SOUTH PLAZA ISLAND | NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND | INTERPRETATION CENTER, SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND
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- A&K Theory
- Peru & Machu Picchu Extension | Nov 8 - 15, 2026
Itinerary
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1 I Oct 31, 2026
QUITO
Arrive in Quito and be transferred to your hotel to spend 1 night.
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2 | Nov 1, 2026
QUITO OR GUAYAQUIL / GALAPAGOS
Upon arrival at San Cristobal Airport, pass through an airport inspection point to ensure that no foreign plants or animals are introduced to the islands. You will be met and transferred to Origin, Evolve or Theory where you will check into your cabin before an introductory briefing and safety drill.
PM: Kicker Rock, San Cristóbal Island
This striking rock formation is located off the western shore of San Cristóbal. Jutting hundreds of feet out of the water, the rocks are divided by a small channel. Although there are no landing areas, kayaking and snorkeling present the opportunity to spot a variety of marine life, including hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, rays, blue-footed and Nazca boobies, and frigate birds. Difficulty level: Easy.
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3 | Nov 2, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Pitt Point, San Cristobal Island
Punta Pitt, is an eroded tuff cone. The rocky trail that ascends from the olivine beach provides spectacular views of the shoreline. It is one of the few places on Earth where it is possible to see all three kinds of boobies: Nazca, blue-footed and red-footed and two species of frigates, the magnificent and great frigate. You can also see a colony of bachelor sea lions along the beach. Difficulty level: Difficult.
PM: Cerro Brujo, San Cristóbal Island
Located on the north Coast of San Cristóbal Island. The gorgeous beach is the same shore that witnessed Charles Darwin’s first steps in the Galapagos in 1835. The beach is expansive, great for walking, with rewarding bird-watching including blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, herons, frigatebirds and a variety of shore birds. Keep a lookout for sea lions, mockingbirds and lava lizards. Difficulty level: Easy.
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4 | Nov 3, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Punta Suarez, Española Island
Due to Española’s isolation from other islands, Punta Suarez has a high proportion of endemic fauna. A few steps inland from the landing site, groups of sea lions and marine iguanas bask in the sun. Nazca and blue-footed boobies nest near the trail, Galapagos doves and finches go about their day-to-day business. The cracks in the cliffs are home to swallow-tailed gulls and spectacular red-billed tropicbirds. Further up the cliff in an area of low-lying trees you will find the world’s largest colony of waved albatross. Admire the island’s dramatic backdrop, featuring the famous soplador, a seaward blowhole that shoots water some 23 meters (75 feet) in the air. Difficulty level: Difficult.
PM: Gardner Bay, Española Island
Explore Gardner Bay. There aren’t any trails, so stay along the shore where you may spot nesting sea turtles, Galapagos hawks, American oystercatchers, Galapagos ground doves, Hood mockingbirds, yellow warblers, lava lizards, marine iguanas and three species of Darwin’s finches. Underwater, there are chances to encounter marine animals including King angelfish, creole fish, damsel fish, parrot fish, manta rays and whitetip reef sharks among others. Difficulty level: Easy.
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5 | Nov 4, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Cormorant Point, Devil’s Crown, Floreana Island
Land at Green Beach, so named due to its green color, which comes from the high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand. Hike from black mangrove beds to a large, brackish lagoon that holds one of the largest flamingo populations in Galapagos, as well as stilts, sandpipers and pintail ducks. This island features a few endemic plants including scalesia villosa, Galapagos daisies, white and black mangrove and holy stick. Difficulty level: Easy.
Devil’s Crown, Floreana Island
An almost-completely submerged volcano makes for one of the best snorkeling sites in the Galapagos. You’ll see a wide variety of colorful fish in the clear blue water. Difficulty level: Moderate.
PM: Post Office Bay, Baroness Viewing Point, Floreana Island
Explore Post Office Bay and visit the historic barrel that has been serving as a post office in the archipelago for over two centuries while learning about the human side of the islands, its early inhabitants and the adventures of pirates and whalers. Ride a panga along the maze of channels on the north shore of Floreana, to see sea lion colonies, marine turtles, rays and occasionally penguins. Navigate to Baroness Cove and walk up to the observation tower to enjoy breathtaking views. Difficulty level: Easy.
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6 | Nov 5, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Santa Cruz Highlands
Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz Island for a fantastic opportunity to view the island’s’ most famous reptile and endangered species, the Galapagos tortoises, in their natural habitat. Stop off at Los Gemelos (The Twins) two large lava sinkholes. Here, birds such as the vermilion flycatcher will catch your eye with its scarlet feathers against an emerald green forest. Look out for Darwin’s finches, particularly the famous woodpecker finch.
PM: Charles Darwin Research Station & Fausto llerena breeding center, Santa Cruz Island
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and its famous residents, including tortoise celebrities, within an impressive giant prickly pear cacti forest. These are the headquarters of scientific investigation, conservation and the National Park administration in the islands. You will gain insight into the huge efforts being made by scientists, guides, rangers and park managers to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Fausto Llerena tortoise breeding center is where tortoises are raised in the care of researchers and when they are ready, reintroduced into their natural environment. Difficulty level: Easy.
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7 | Nov 6, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Chinese Hat
Chinese hat is an island consisting of a cone type splatter (lava ejected as drops and falls close to where it came from, which forms a cone inclined) that forms the summit and many lava tubes that go down to the coast.
On the west side you can see pillow-type lava formations, an indicator that the flows were formed under the sea and have been raised upward, which is why coral heads are found on the lava. This visit provides an excellent opportunity for the interpretation of geological features such as lava tubes and lava flows. The trail is 700 meters (2,100 feet) (round trip) and it takes minimum of 30 minutes.
PM: Bartolomé Island
A fascinating moonscape dotted with volcanic formations such as lava tubes and spatter, tuff and cinder cones. Hike up a short, somewhat steep trail while encountering pioneer plants, lava cacti, scalesia plants, marine iguanas and lava lizards. The view from the top is the true prize: Iconic Pinnacle Rock next to golden beaches and turquoise waters. Returning through dunes and mangroves, reach the north shore where you can usually see penguins. This is a great opportunity to see sea turtles, sea lions, rays and whitetip reef sharks among a great variety of colorful schools of fish. This may turn out to be your best snorkeling experience as the water here is generally clear, has small surf and is full of marine life. Difficulty level: Moderate.
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8 | Nov 7, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: South Plaza Island
This is a dry landing on the northern part of the Islet. The walk begins with an impressive cacti forest surrounded by colorful yellow and red Land Iguanas and Marine Iguanas. As you reach its highest point, be on the lookout for tropicbirds. It is also home to one of the largest sea lion colonies.
You will also encounter the one and only Galapagos hybrid Iguana. Stumble upon a bright red landscape characteristic of the island during the dry season (June-January) when the succulent plant sesuvium edmonstonei turns red (it is usually green or yellow). Difficulty level: Intermediate.
PM: North Seymour Island
Snorkelers will enjoy their last underwater experience before landing on North Seymour, the flattest island you’ll visit. The trail at North Seymour heads inland where you can see the largest colony of magnificent frigatebirds in Galapagos, blue-footed boobies and occasionally land iguanas. Continue along the coast where you will have ample opportunity to observe sea lions and marine iguanas with your final island sunset.
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9 | Nov 8, 2026
GALAPAGOS
AM: Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island
The Interpretation Center opened in 1998 as a phase of the Interpretation and Environment Education Project. The conservation efforts represent the movement to protect the wildlife and natural environment through means of population and tourist control, and houses exhibits on natural history, human history and conservation.
After this final visit, you will transfer to San Cristobal Island Airport in time to catch your flight back to the mainland.
$12,275 per person double occupancy
Single Occupancy Add $9,100
PRICE INCLUDES
- English-Speaking Local Guides
- Airport Meet and Greet with Transfers
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on Board and in Hotels
- 24/7 A&K On-Call Support
- Internal Air Included Guayaquil/San Cristóbal/Guayaquil or Quito
- 1 night pre-cruise hotel & transfer in Quito
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- AIRFARE
- Travel insurance, visas and items of a personal nature
- Expense of any required PCR or Antigen tests
**Travel insurance is recommended**
PAYMENTS: A non refundable deposit of $1050 per person is due with reservation. A 2nd deposit of $2000 per person is due on May 1, 2026. Final payment is due July 1, 2026. Payments may be made by check, cash, or zelle. If paying with a credit card, a 5% fee is assessed. (We accept MC, VI & AX).
CANCELLATIONS:
Cancellation policy
- $1050 per person Deposit is non-refundable
- If cancelled after 2nd deposit is made, and before July 1, 2026 – a refund of $500 per person is available
- After July 1, 2026 – package is completely non-refundable
INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENED AND MUST BE BOOKED WITHIN 14 DAYS FROM DEPOSIT IN ORDER TO COVER PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS.
FULL LEGAL NAMES: must be given as stated on PASSPORT. Please send us a copy of your passport.
Overview:
• First-class yacht
• 10 cabins and 20-guest capacity
• 13 crew members + 2 naturalist guides
• Full time concierge
• Built: Origin – 2016, Theory – 2019 and Evolve – 2023.
Location Facts:
• Galapagos – 600 miles off mainland.
Amenities on board:
• Outdoor dining room and bar.
• Buffet breakfast and lunch.
• Children’s menu.
• Library.
• Boutique.
• Snorkeling equipment, 5 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, and a glass-bottom boat.
• Fitness center.
• Sundeck with BBQ Area.
• Jacuzzi.
• Laundry.
Standard Amenities in Rooms:
• Wi-Fi
• Ample sectional closets
• Memory-foam and soft pillows
• Panoramic windows
• Climate controls
• Nespresso machine
• Fine linens and towels
• Slippers and bathrobes
• Safe deposit box
• Rainfall shower
Deluxe Stateroom
Ten designer staterooms with double twin beds or King-size beds are located on the main deck and feature full-length panoramic windows to enjoy the expansive ocean and island views. Triple accommodation is available with a Pullman berth, while two sets of cabins can be interconnected to comfortably accommodate a family of four or five.
Suites (A&K’s recommended)
The Suites can be converted into a suite featuring two deluxe staterooms, with his and hers bathrooms, a bedroom with a King-size bed or two twins and a separate lounge area with a glorious ocean view. For guests upgrading to a premium suite, extra perks also include: premium brands of beverages, a second PIN code to the 24/7 satellite Wi-Fi, and free laundry service. Note that suites are subject to availability and may not be available on festive and family departures.
Peru Splendors | Nov 8-15, 2026
$3303 per person
Deposit $250 per person
Space is on request, and can only be confirmed with deposit*
Love a good mystery? This 8-day vacation to Peru is the perfect escape to delve into the world’s most intriguing lost and found story. Featuring not one, but two days behind the misty gates of Machu Picchu, this below-the-equator tour takes you high into the Andes and deeper inside the Lost City of the Incas to unearth its centuries-old secrets. Navigating the cryptic maze of trails, temples, and terraces in the world’s most famous forgotten city is one for the memory books. Other great finds on this tantalizing tour of Peru? Up-close encounters with llamas, alpacas, and other Sacred Valley locals; vibrant, and woven textiles in the former Inca Empire capital of Cusco; bold, multicultural cuisine in the foodie capital of Lima; and a warm welcome inside a traditional family home for an authentic taste of Peruvian hospitality.
Special features included in this tour:
- Guided sightseeing in Lima includes San Francisco Monastery and a walk through a Peruvian market with a Local Guide
- Guided sightseeing in the Sacred Valley includes Kenko Amphitheatre and Puca Pucara ruins
- Mother Earth Ceremony with a local Shaman and the Pisaq Market
- Ollantaytambo ruins and a visit to a local Incan home
- Scenic roundtrip train ride through the Andes to Machu Picchu
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu with second entry
- Sightseeing in Cusco Santo Domingo Monastery and a traditional Pasacalle parade through the streets with musicians and dancers
- Sacsayhuaman Temple ruins with a Local Guide
- All internal flights as noted in the itinerary
Day 1 | ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU
Welcome to the modern city of Lima! Upon arrival, you will be met by your Globus representative.
Day 2 | LIMA
Legendary Lima This afternoon, your Local Guide focuses on the city’s colonial heritage during a walking tour. Start at the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the cathedral. From here, stroll to the venerable San Francisco Monastery with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. For a special treat, stop at a local food market to get a real taste of life for the local people. This evening, enjoy dinner at one of Lima’s Peruvian restaurants with your fellow travel companions.
Breakfast/Dinner
LOCAL FAVORITE | LOCAL TASTES: Stop for a real taste of Peru at a local market. Sample some of the local fruits and vegetable that aren’t found in other parts of the world. You can also find spices, meats, seafood, and even a souvenir or two. And you’ll definitely want to take some photos of the beautiful, brightly hued displays.
Day 3 | LIMA–CUSCO–SACRED VALLEY
Empire of the Andes Fly to Cusco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater with its stone altars and labyrinth of passages and see the ancient site of Puca Pucara. Also, in the Sacred Valley, experience an El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Meet local families who preserve the ancient technique of Pre-Columbian weaving using South American camelid fleece. This is your chance to get up close to the various camelids, including alpaca, llama, guanaco, and vicuña, indigenous to the region. Continue to Pisaq, an old mountain village, where you will have free time to shop for local wares, such as alpaca sweaters and blankets, jewelry, or hand-painted ornamental dishes and vases at its famous market. Stay in the Sacred Valley tonight, with dinner at the hotel.
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
LOCAL FAVORITE | CULTURE & TRADITION: Feel the earth, smell the coca leaves, and taste the chicha today as you make payment to Mother Earth. Participate in an El Pago a la Tierra, an ancient ceremony led by a shaman thanking Mother Earth and asking for good health, wealth, and safe travels. These mystical ceremonies have been practiced in Peru since before the arrival of the Incas.
Day 4 | SACRED VALLEY–MACHU PICCHU
Mystery on the Mountain This morning, visit the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo, followed by a visit to a local home, meet some of the area’s families, and experience their way of life in the Sacred Valley. Then, board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, ascend the mountainside to legendary Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Your Local Guide will introduce this intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and milelong aqueduct, and will bring you closer to the mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures. Tonight, you may wish to try a Pisco Sour (a traditional Peruvian cocktail) or an Inka Kola, before the included dinner.
Breakfast/Dinner
LOCAL FAVORITE | TIMELESS TRADITIONS: Today, you are invited into a local family’s home in the Sacred Valley. Learn about their traditions like weaving that has been passed down for centuries from ancestors. See how they cook, live, sleep, work, and maybe ask about the cuy (Guinea pigs) they keep in their house.
Day 5 | MACHU PICCHU–CUSCO
Here Comes the Sun A morning at leisure in Machu Picchu allows you to wake up early to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu with your second included entrance to the ruins. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to the Sacred Valley by train and continue to Cusco.
Breakfast/Lunch
TOUR HIGHLIGHT | HISTORY & MYSTERY: Staying overnight in Machu Picchu allows you to get up early and experience the ruins at their most pristine before the crowds arrive. Watch as the mist slowly burns off and the sun rays illuminate the ruins. While you are there, you may even want to try and get a selfie with one of the local llamas or alpacas!
Day 6 | CUSCO
Sun Worship & Spanish Conquests On your guided sightseeing tour of Cusco today, learn more about the Inca and Spanish influence. Begin at the heart of Cusco in the Plaza de Armas (main square), with a visit to the imposing Cathedral, where construction began in 1550 and was finally completed 100 years later. Join a traditional Pasacalle through the streets of Cusco before continuing to Koricancha and the Santo Domingo Monastery and see how the two sites have become one. The Temple of the Sun at Koricancha was once the most important Inca site, dedicated to the worship of the Sun. The walls, altars, and decorations were all said to be covered in gold—until the Spaniards looted the temple and then built the contrasting Baroque Santo Domingo Monastery on top of the temple’s foundations. Also visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, perched on a hillside overlooking Cusco. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones—with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons—was built. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Breakfast/Dinner
LOCAL FAVORITE | CULTURE & TRADITION: A special treat is in store for you when you are greeted by a group of Andean musicians dressed in vibrant Inca textiles. They will escort you on a Pasacalle (Andean Parade) through Cusco while playing traditional music and performing ancient dances—an experience you won’t soon forget!
Day 7 | CUSCO–LIMA
A short flight returns you to Lima, where the remainder of your day is free to explore.
Breakfast
ENHANCED FREE TIME | EXPLORE MORE: Enjoy a day in Lima to explore as you please. From bustling markets to museums and magnificent architecture, there is always a new surprise to delight your day with tempting tastes and inspiring sights. Your Tour Director has suggestions to make the most of your day, and your GlobusGO mobile app puts the possibilities right at your fingertips.
Day 8 | LIMA
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
NOTES: Maximum enjoyment of this vacation requires walking on cobblestone streets, uneven pathways, and climbing stairs. Elevations exceeding 10,000 feet can make even modest exertion a challenge. Maximum elevation on this tour is 12,200 ft.
HAND-PICKED HOTELS
We’ve vetted and hand-selected the best hotels around the world with location, comfort, and style in mind. Enjoy first-class hotels in each destination, and check in with the confidence that we’ve already checked everything out for your comfort and convenience.
Lima
Casa Andina Select Miraflores
This hotel welcomes you to Lima in comfort and style. It is located in the center of Lima’s bustling district of Miraflores, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars, and other Lima attractions. The excellent Casa Andina Select Miraflores exudes sophistication and comfort, focusing on personalized service and great amenities.
Sacred Valley
Sonesta Posadas Del Inca – Sacred Valley – Yucay
Bursting with character, the Sonesta Posadas del Inca hotel is the leader in boutique hotels in the Sacred Valley. Featuring a rustic ambiance with modern comforts, dynamite local cuisine, and friendly service, it makes for a memorable stay in one of the most remarkable places in the world. The colonial-style former monastery is surrounded by views of the Andes and beautiful gardens – a leisurely and soothing escape.
Machu Picchu
El Mapi By Inkaterra
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo. The hotel welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit. Hotel amenities include a restaurant, bar, hot-water pond, gift shop, Internet, and laundry service.
Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
The Sonesta Hotel Cusco features a modern contemporary décor and a fine dining restaurant serving classic Peruvian cuisine. It is within blocks of a handicraft market, Plaza de Armas, shops, and restaurants.
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