Designed to take you to iconic landmarks and hidden treasures, ensuring a rich blend of must-see sights. Travel with no more than 26 people (on average 16-20), allowing for a more personalised and immersive experience.
This tour is either fully escorted by a dedicated tour leader or guided by experienced local guides at each destination. If your itinerary includes local guides, a new guide will meet you in each location, and any internal flights will be unescorted. For further details, please refer to the Essential Information for this tour.
This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5
Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.
As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.
✓ 13 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels
✓ Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
✓ Overnight train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi in a shared cabin
✓ Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
✓ Internal Flight Da Nang to Siem Reap
✓ Airport transfer on the first and last day of the tour
✓ Fully escorted tour, with English-speaking guides throughout
✓ Dedicated coach transportation throughout
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Journey through Vietnam, from Hanoi’s vibrant streets to the serene beauty of Pu Luong and Ninh Binh. Discover rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and warm local culture. Then, continue to Cambodia to explore the majestic Angkor Wat, uncovering the cultural heart and timeless wonder of Southeast Asia along the way.
Welcome to Lima! On arrival, make your own way to your hotel located in the chic neighbourhood of Miraflores.
Special Information
Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you meet your local tour leader and fellow travellers for a tour briefing about the upcoming activities. Following this, join your local guide for a morning walking tour around Miraflores taking you through some of the most popular sights and experiences that this area has to offer. Start your tour at Parque Kennedy, a popular gathering spot for locals and tourists alike.
Take a stroll around the park, home to many local cats that have become an attraction of the park, then continue to Avenida Jose Larco, a bustling street that's lined with shops, restaurants, and cafes. Continue walking down Avenida Jose Larco to see many of the major landmarks in Miraflores, including Parque del Amor and the Miraflores Boardwalk. Arrive at Larco Mar, a modern mall built into the side of a cliff that offers stunning views of the ocean. You can find a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes to explore.
Following our tour, return to the hotel early this afternoon, or continue exploring this lively area on your own. Alternatively, you may like to join one of the optional afternoon tours offered below.
Tonight, enjoy an Inspiring Taste with a welcome dinner at one of Lima’s best Peruvian restaurants. Relax with a welcome Pisco Sour (Peru’s national drink) and then enjoy a culinary journey through Peru’s culture with a three course meal including a glass of wine.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your walking tour itinerary may vary depending on the day of the week, or at the discretion of your local guide to ensure that you are seeing the best that this area has to offer.
If you participate in either of today's optional activities, you will return in time to join the group welcome dinner
This tour begins with a panoramic view of “Pucllana Pyramid” a magnificent ceremonial and archeological centre built in the 4th century A.D. and considered a “sacred village” by the Incas (entrance not included). The Viceroyalty of Peru was the most important of the Spanish Empire and Lima was its capital.
Next you’ll visit the colonial side of the city and see attractions such as the Cathedral, the Viceroyalty of Peru, Lima's Plaza Mayor (Main Square), Government Palace, City Hall, and other important monuments. Later, you’ll visit the Convent of San Francisco, a seventeenth-century architectural complex that includes a church, a convent and a square. The facade of the church, which has an image of the Immaculate Conception painted on it, was carved in stone and is characterised by its Corinthian columns. You will also see the catacombs, a dark chamber found under the church.
Meeting Point: Hotel
Includes: Hotel Transfers, Entrance fees, English speaking guide
Start Time: 2:00pm
End Time: 6:00pm
This afternoon learn about Peruvian food with a Lima food tour that will teach you to prepare traditional recipes handed down over generations. First, stop at a local market to discover a huge variety of fruits, vegetables, and fiery spices then you will be transferred to a residential neighbourhood free from tourist traps. Step into the house of a local family, where the owner will share family recipes and traditions. You’ll learn to prepare a classic ceviche, Peru’s national dish, made with fresh fish caught that day and a delicious mix of limes, onions, coriander, and a few other secret ingredients. Also learn to prepare a delicious causa limeña made with potatoes, chilies, and lime to accompany your ceviche. And to round it all out, you’ll enjoy a pisco sour, with a demonstration on how to make them using an original recipe. For Peruvians, sharing cuisine represents more than just eating — it represents knowledge, tradition, home life, and, of course, fun. After this amazing culinary experience, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Meeting Point: Hotel
Includes: Hotel Transfers, Causa limeña, Ceviche, Pisco Sour cocktail
Start Time: 11:00am
End Time: 2:00pm
Today your day will start early, as you’ll be taken to the airport to board your flight for the Peruvian jungle town of Puerto Maldonado – gateway to the Peruvian Amazon.
Upon arrival, the staff will welcome you and take you to the nearby office to pack your bag for the jungle stay (a small duffel bag will be provided). Your luggage will be stored in a secure place while you are exploring the jungle.
We will then travel to the port where we will board our motorboat for our journey along the warm, calm waters of the Tambopata River. Travel time is about 1 hour and 45 minutes to reach our lodge. A picnic lunch box will be provided to enjoy onboard.
This area is the least populated territory in Peru, with its lush tropical rainforest. Of course, it’s more than a rainforest – it’s a complex ecosystem, with a dazzling array of flora and fauna. You’ll observe life in the jungle, its thrilling landscapes and the fascinating wildlife that call it home.
When you arrive at the lodge you will be provided with useful information to enhance your stay. Accommodation at your lodge is simple but comfortable, designed to enjoy the ambience of the jungle. Rooms have private bathrooms (cold water). You will then have free time to settle in and perhaps take a short walk to watch the sunset.
After dinner, you’ll search for caiman. We’ll return to the river with flashlights in search of the red reflection of caiman eyes lurking along the riverbank. With any luck, we’ll see some nocturnal animals as well. It’s a magical experience to witness them in the wilderness.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
For assistance with a packing list, please see our ‘Packing Essentials’ in the ‘Your Tour Experience’ section for this tour.
On your departure from Lima you will say goodbye to your tour guide, and your group will be met in Puerto Maldonado by a local guide, who will meet and greet you, coordinate your activities in the jungle and be reachable to assist you as needed.
Please note that the order and schedule of the activities during your stay may be modified according to weather and the wellbeing of the group. Touring during your stay in the Amazon will be provided by the lodge's tour guide and will be shared with other guests.
A day of adventure awaits! In order to have the best chance of observing fauna the day will start early.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the lodge before taking a 30 minute boat ride and 2km hike to “Tres Chimbadas Lake”, a fascinating unique habitat in the Amazon basin. This small lake located inside the Infierno Community Reserve is home to many species, including the endangered Giant River Otters. You will explore the lake by catamaran as your guide helps you to seek out wildlife such as black caymans, hoatzins, horned screamers and other aquatic birds as well as lush vegetation surrounding the river banks. Return to the Lodge for lunch.
After a well-deserved break, your naturalist guide will take you to a 42 metre (137 ft)- high tower to get an overview of the Amazon Rainforest from above. This is the first tower made to measure the effects of climate change. The tower is equipped with a wide variety of devices to measure solar radiation and carbon flux emission in the Peruvian rainforest. From the tower we have a unique opportunity to see the flora and fauna at all the different forest levels. With luck you may spot flocks of canopy birds and macaws at close proximity. Return to the lodge for dinner.
After dinner, an excursion into the Amazon rainforest promises real adventure. Explore this thrilling jungle on one of the lodge’s trails, home to nocturnal animals with intriguing behaviour patterns. Experience this hidden world in the dark and search for insects, amphibians, bats and nocturnal birds. If lucky, we’ll see some nocturnal mammals.
Return to the lodge for the night where you will sleep to the sounds of the jungle.
Inspiring Highlights
Enjoy your last morning listening to the sounds of the real rainforest as parakeets chatter away in the trees and monkeys swing through the treetops. After a delicious breakfast, you’ll embark your motor boat for the journey back to Puerto Maldonado, then transfer by road to the airport to board your flight to Cusco.
Welcome to Cusco! Upon your arrival, you will be met at the airport by your local guide and transferred to your hotel located in the heart of the city. After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy this historical city on your own.
The city itself is the continent's oldest continuously inhabited city and was the home of the Inca Empire for two centuries before the Spanish built their first capital here. Today Cusco is a fascinating combination of both cultures. Inca-built walls line the central streets and many of the elegant colonial buildings are built on or around Inca foundations. This is a city steeped in history, tradition and legend and is a perfect base for explorations into the Inca world or to enjoy a range of outdoor activities and incredible cuisine.
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5.5 hours.
On your departure from the Amazon you will say goodbye to your local guide, and your group will be met by a tour leader in Cusco, who will spend the next few days in Peru with you. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before meeting your guide for a walking tour of Cusco. Visit some of the most characteristic places in the centre of Cusco, such as the Stone of Twelve Angles at the Inca Roca Palace. You’ll walk by the Qoricancha temple, considered the most sacred Inca building. According to archaeologists it housed over 1000 priests and attendants. It was built over an Inca palace dedicated to the worship of the Sun.
Then, you will visit the heart of the city, the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by colonial arcades and four churches. Pass by the beautiful “Cathedral” of Cusco. This enormous Cathedral was built in the XVI. It contained nearly 400 colonial paintings, including many from the Cusco School, which was prominent in the 17th century. The cathedral is a fine example of colonial baroque art.
Finally, explore the San Pedro Market where you will find vegetables, meats, local cheeses (which you should certainly try), local chocolates, herbal medicines and many local handicrafts. It’s a great place to purchase some souvenirs.
In the late afternoon, enjoy an Inspiring Taste as you learn all about one of the most traditional drinks of South America, the Pisco Sour! We’ll visit a local venue to learn about the distillation process, before learning what it takes to blend the perfect Pisco Sour – and yes, you will get to savour the frothy result of your hard work.
This evening you will have time to relax, and enjoy Cusco at your own leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
In the morning after breakfast, travel approximately 2 hours through the Sacred Valley on the outskirts of Cusco. Known as Wilcamayo to the Incas, this lush, fertile valley has long been the main source of food for the high Andes. Maize crops can be seen surrounding the river and covering the terraces carved high into the valley walls.
Visit the Chichubamba community to gain a greater insight into the local lifestyle with a traditional Andean lunch and a visit to a local workshop. If our visit coincides with market day you can spend time browsing the stalls in search of hand-painted beads or warm ponchos and maybe practise some of the local language.
Later you will continue the tour visiting the town of Ollantaytambo which has been built over an ancient Inca town. This is a magnificent example of Inca urban planning and one of the few places where the Incas defeated the Spanish. Ollantaytambo's archaeological site is located to the east of the Plaza de Armas. The upper terraces of this site offer great photo opportunities of the squared grid town below. Following the tour, we travel to Urubamba and check-in to our accommodation for the night.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours.
After breakfast you will be transferred to Ollantaytambo train station where you will board the tourist train towards Aguas Calientes, a little town close to the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
The train ride to Machu Picchu is one of the most beautiful journeys you can experience in Peru. The journey, which takes approximately two, passes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, then descends gradually along the edge of the Urubamba River, before finally reaching the cloud forest. The train reaches its last stop in Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes), on the foothills of Machu Picchu.
On arrival, check into your hotel where the rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours.
Today you will journey to Aguas Calientes with a single backpack containing your essentials for the overnight stay. Your main luggage will be securely stored at the train station in Ollantaytambo and will be retrieved the following day before your return to Cusco.
Today is an early start. By 6.30am you will board a bus for the 20 minute ride to Machu Picchu - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a jewel in South America’s crown.
At 2430 metres above sea level, Machu Picchu is in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an extraordinarily beautiful setting. It was probably the most amazing creation of the Inca Empire at the height of their reign. The stonework has to be seen up close to truly comprehend its intricate beauty. Giant walls, terraces and ramps seem as if they have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments.
Upon arrival, we’ll enter the archaeological zone of Machu Picchu where your guide will show you the most important sectors of this great Inca City.
After the tour, we’ll return to Machu Picchu Pueblo by bus before taking the tourist train back to Ollantaytambo and a bus ride to Cusco where the rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
Today is free for you to recover from a packed few days and to enjoy the stunning town of Cusco at your own pace.
If you are feeling active, perhaps consider taking an optional tour to the ever photogenic Palcoyo Mountain, commonly known as the alternative Rainbow Mountain. Your local guide is at hand to assist you with suggested options today.
Tonight, come together to enjoy an Inspiring Taste as we bid farewell to Peru at a dinner located in one of Cusco’s traditional eateries in the heart of the majestic Inca city of Cusco. Toast the night with a welcome Pisco Sour followed by a 3-course dinner showcasing Peruvian flavours with a glass of wine accompanied by an artistic folkloric show.
Embark on a breathtaking journey from Cusco (3300m) to Palcoyo (4900m) starting with a very early morning pick-up from your hotel. We´ll drive for 1.5-hour to Cusipata Town for a brief breakfast and restroom break. Continuing for an additional 1:20 hrs driving, we reach the Palcoyo Community.
En route, witness picturesque villages, potato and corn farms, alpaca herds, and the stunning red river landscape. Upon reaching Palcoyo, embark on a 45-minute hike to the lookout point, offering breathtaking views of three rainbow mountains, the Red Valley, and the majestic Mt Ausangate, the highest peak in Cusco. A further 20-minute walk leads to the fascinating 'Bosque de Piedras' (Stone Forest), where you can explore for approximately 2 hours.
Heading back, stop at Combapata Bridge to visit the historic colonial Rumichaca Bridge, dating back to 1604. We´ll stop at Cusipata town for lunch (included) before the drive back to Cusco City, with an estimated arrival around 5:00 pm.
Please Note: Due to the altitude of this optional tour, a good level of fitness is required.
Minimum Altitude : 3400 metres
Maximum Altitude : 4900 metres
Hiking time : Between 2 to 3 hours approx.
Meeting Point: Hotel
Includes: Transfers, safety equipment, English speaking guide, breakfast & lunch
Start Time: 05:30am
End Time: 05:00pm
Note: This tour does not operate in the months of January & February due to the rainy season
Today will be an early start, as you will be transferred to Cusco airport for your included flight via Lima to Guayaquil in Ecuador, your gateway to the Galapagos.
On arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel located in the heart of the city.
This afternoon, your local guide will take you on a walking tour of Guayaquil. You will visit Seminario Park, famously known as Iguana Park for its resident Green Iguanas. Next, explore The Integration Plaza at Guayaquil City Hall and Vulcano Forge, showcasing sculptures that unravel the Independent secret plan of the Patriots. Then, venture to the Malecon 2000 with its plazas, monuments, and gardens before delving into the historic Las Penias Neighborhood, marked by its ancient fort and wooden houses recounting tales of past pirate attacks.
This evening will be spent at your leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Estimate time of the walking tour: 2 hours
The Guayaquil city tour will be available if flights arrive before 3.00pm.
On your departure from Peru you will say goodbye to your tour guide, and your group will be met by a local guide in Guayaquil, who will meet and greet you, coordinate your activities in town and be reachable to assist you as needed.
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the Galapagos Islands (flight tickets and departure time will be advised locally on your arrival in Guayaquil).
Your guide will pick you up from the airport and continue on to visit the Highlands of the Island where you can observe the giant tortoise roaming in a natural habitat. Make the most of great picture opportunities with this endangered species, endemic to the Galapagos before continuing to your hotel in Puerto Ayora.
Later, head to the Charles Darwin Research Station, located in Puerto Ayora. The research station plays a crucial role in the conservation and preservation of the Galápagos Islands' delicate ecosystem. Here, you'll learn about ongoing research projects, breeding programs for endangered species, and the conservation efforts to protect the islands' biodiversity. One of the main highlights of the Charles Darwin Research Station is the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center. You'll have the opportunity to see these magnificent creatures up close and learn about the conservation efforts to protect and reintroduce them to their natural habitats.
In the afternoon you will arrive back at your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
Your internal flight for this day is arranged by our local partner. Specific flight details will be provided by your Tour Leader upon arrival and cannot be provided in advance. Please note that these group flights cannot be upgraded, amended, or checked in online. Your group will be required to check in together. .
While you're in the Galapagos Islands, inter-island travel will be by speedboat. To ensure a smooth journey, please limit your luggage to one suitcase per person, as space on the boats is limited.
On your departure from Guayaquil you will say goodbye to your local guide, and your group will be met by a local guide in the Galapagos Island, who will meet and greet you, coordinate your activities in the islands and be reachable to assist you as needed.
Please note a US$20 per person transit card is payable on departure at Guayaquil Airport. Galapagos National Park entry fee of US$200 is payable on arrival on the islands. Both payments are made in USD cash.
It's important to note that, given the remote and isolated nature of the Galapagos, there are fewer options for accommodation, and it can be challenging to provide all creature comforts. Sometimes, there may be hot water outages, and occasional blackouts can occur. While it may be less comfortable than what you might experience on the mainland of South America, the opportunity to explore this extraordinary destination makes it well worth the experience.
After breakfast, you will embark on a full day tour to one of the beautiful uninhabited islands of Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour or Bartolomé (subject to scheduling). Your excursion will travel by speed boat - the trip takes approximately 2 hours each way.
Your expert naturalist guide will introduce you to the island's unique wildlife which may include endemic species such as Galapagos penguins, land iguanas, Darwin's finches, blue-footed Boobies and many more.
You will have the opportunity to snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, discover marine life and vibrant coral reefs.
You’ll then return to Puerto Ayora by late afternoon to spend the evening relaxing.
Special Information
Your touring today may be shared with other non Inspiring Vacations guests.
After breakfast, visit Tortuga Bay. You will take a guided walk (45 minutes each way) to take in the scenery and wildlife. Visitors can often encounter marine iguanas, Galápagos crabs, sea lions, and a variety of bird species such as pelicans and finches.
Once you reach Playa Brava, please be aware that swimming is not allowed here due to the presence of hazardous currents. For those wishing to swim, continue walking along the beach until you discover a trail leading through the mangrove forest. This path will take you to Playa Mansa, a sheltered bay where you can safely swim and relish the cool shade provided by the mangroves.
This afternoon, transfer to the pier and board a public speed-boat to San Cristobal Island (approximately 2.5 hours ride). Upon arrival, you will enjoy a walking tour in the beautiful Puerto Baquerizo to enjoy the local life.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours on a public speed-boat service. Passengers are generally allowed one medium-sized piece of luggage and a small personal item (such as a day-pack), both of which must be manageable and easily storable on the boat.
This morning after breakfast you will visit one of the most iconic sites in the Galapagos Islands: Kicker Rock or “Leon Dormido”, an amazing rock formation just 90 minutes from San Cristobal Island. This incredible landmark is a remnant of a vertical tuff cone formation with an altitude of 500 feet from the Pacific Ocean, it is considered as one of the best snorkelling sites in the Archipelago.
Erosion has given the formation its characteristic shape of a shoe (hence the name Kicker Rock) and others see a sleeping lion from above, the reason why in Spanish it is called “Leon Dormido”.
Snorkelling in the vicinity of the rock is truly an unforgettable experience! You will be able to spot marine iguanas, sea turtles, rays, Galapagos sharks, schools of colourful fish and, with some luck, hammerhead sharks. Also in the crevasses of the rock, you can encounter blue-footed boobies, masked-boobies and frigate birds.
Return to San Cristobal and your hotel for a well-deserved short resting time. In the afternoon, visit La Loberia beach, a scenic beach filled with large colonies of curious sea-lions, marine iguanas, frigate birds and more.
Spend the evening relaxing after a packed day.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.
Your touring today may be shared with other non Inspiring Vacations guests.
Often there can be instances where visits to Kicker Rock will be restricted. For groups not able to visit Kicker Rock, a visit to Isla Lobos will be provided as an alternative. Isla Lobos is named after the numerous sea lions (lobos marinos in Spanish) that inhabit the island. You'll also have opportunities to observe a variety of bird species, including blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and brown pelicans. Once you arrive at Isla Lobos, your naturalist guide will lead you on guided walks through the island's unique vegetation and provide opportunities for close encounters with the wildlife. You will have time to do snorkelling with unique species and then sail to an isolated beach, to relax on its sand, or swim or do some more snorkelling. We guarantee that this experience is an incredible alternative to Kicker Rock.
This morning visit to the Interpretation Centre, which takes you through the history and settlement of the islands. Visitors can enjoy expositions on natural history, human history and conservation. The natural history explains the different natural facts, such as the volcanic origin of the islands, the distance between the mainland, its currents, the special climate, the arrival of different species, etc. The exposition room of Human History gives a chronological overview of the discovery and colonisation of the Galapagos.
The second section describes the reality of today's Galapagos: the problems and the struggle of several institutions and individuals to conserve Galapagos. The Center also has an outdoor theatre and a cinema.
At the appropriate time you will be picked up and transferred to the airport in time to board your flight to the capital of Ecuador, Quito. Upon arrival, your guide will welcome you and drive to your cosy centrally located hotel.
The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the surroundings.
Inspiring Highlights
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 23kg (51lbs), and one 7kg (15 lbs) carry-on, with options to increase your luggage allowance at the airport if needed. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.
Your internal flight for this day is arranged by our local partner. Specific flight details will be provided by your Tour Leader upon arrival and cannot be provided in advance. Please note that these group flights cannot be upgraded, amended, or checked in online. Your group will be required to check in together.
On your departure from the Galapagos Island you will say goodbye to your local guide, and your group will be met by a local guide in Quito, who will meet and greet you, coordinate your activities in the islands and be reachable to assist you as needed.
Today you are at leisure to enjoy the quaint city at your own pace. The Ecuadorian capital is constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city and is known for its well-preserved colonial centre, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles.
Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional full day tour of this fascinating city.
Your tour comes to an end today after breakfast. At the appropriate time, make your own way to the airport.
Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you had a memorable experience.
Special Information
Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfers for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.
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