The complete itinerary to discover Peru and Ecuador

Travel enthusiasts will be tempted to discover the combined circuit between Peru and Ecuador, and to marvel at the landscapes of these two countries.

The South American region (Latin America) is home to countries that appear culturally similar, but each has its own specificity. Thanks to a combined circuit for two weeks, travel enthusiasts will not have to choose between Peru and Ecuador if they wish to discover both destinations at the same time. However, to be able to enjoy their stay, it's necessary that the adventurers opt for the best route.

First week : From Lima to Quito

Since Lima is the capital and main city of Peru, it would be better to start the journey in this city. Great metropolis, Lima is the incarnation of the Latin America countries culture. On the first day, visitors will have an overview of their stay. Then, holidaymakers will can take a plane from Cusco to reach the historic village of Pisac. It's in this latter that the journey of the trip to Peru will begin for the hikers. It's a small town in the province of Calca. On the spot, for example, adventurers will have the opportunity to explore the Inca archaeological site, which is one of the most important in the valley. They will can also enjoy the view of the beautiful terraced cultivation. This tour can be done in 1 or 2 days.

Afterwards, passengers will pass through the town of Ollantaytambo before arriving at the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu. On the way, they will be able to make a detour on the side of the great fortress of Ollantaytambo where the temple vestiges and those of the Inca urban architecture await them. Entering the perched city of Machu Picchu, adventurers will can see part of the eastern slope of the central Andes. The sacred city will reveal itself to visitors through its Temple of the Sun and its various buildings with original shapes. The circuit will end with the discovery of the other part of the sacred valley of the Incas, better known as Urumbaba. All along the route, hikers will meet the indigenous communities that reside above the great valley.

Second week : visit of the Quito city, the Galapagos and Isabela island

Quito is the capital of Ecuador. It's located in the south-west in the Pichincha province. The main tourist place of this city is certainly the Mitad del Mundo. It's a cultural and scientific site which is especially famous because of the passage of the famous equatorial line dividing the globe into two equal parts. The next destination will be the Galapagos Islands. Travelers will can explore the archipelago from one island to another. The fauna and flora of the region will undoubtedly amaze the holiday makers. There they will can stay for a few days and then leave for Isabela Island.

Isabela Island is part of the Galapagos, but it stands out above all by the presence of many tourist sites that make it the jewel of Ecuador. During their stay on this archipelago, travelers will be able to visit the Wall of Tears, continue to the Tintoreras and end their trek to the Sierra Negra (the great volcano of the island).