In Darwin’s Footsteps (Eastern Route) with Machu Picchu
Fly, Stay & Cruise Package – Lima to Quito
Tour Departure: Feb 22, 2026
Package Code: HEX52044
Itinerary
Day 1: LIMA JORGE CHAVEZ INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Sun 22 Feb 2026
Day 2: LIMA JORGE CHAVEZ INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Mon 23 Feb 2026
Day 2: CUSCO
Mon 23 Feb 2026
Day 2: CUSCO
Mon 23 Feb 2026
Day 3: CUSCO
Tue 24 Feb 2026
Day 4: CUSCO
Wed 25 Feb 2026
Day 4: QUITO
Wed 25 Feb 2026
Day 4: QUITO
Wed 25 Feb 2026
Day 5: QUITO
Thu 26 Feb 2026
Day 6: MOSQUERA
Fri 27 Feb 2026 | Arrive 2:54 PM
Day 6: QUITO
Fri 27 Feb 2026
Day 6: CAPITANIA SEYMOUR, BALTRA
Fri 27 Feb 2026
Day 6: CAPITANIA SEYMOUR, BALTRA
Fri 27 Feb 2026 | Depart 2:30 PM
Day 7: PUNTA PITT, SAN CRISTOBAL
Sat 28 Feb 2026 | Arrive 3:00 PM
Day 7: MOSQUERA
Sat 28 Feb 2026 | Depart 12:30 AM
Day 7: PUERTO BAQUERIZO MORENO
Sat 28 Feb 2026 | 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Day 8: PLAZA SUR
Sun 1 Mar 2026 | Arrive 1:50 PM
Day 8: PUNTA PITT, SAN CRISTOBAL
Sun 1 Mar 2026 | Depart 12:30 AM
Day 8: SANTA FE
Sun 1 Mar 2026 | 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Day 9: PUERTO AYORA
Mon 2 Mar 2026 | Arrive 6:00 AM
Day 9: PLAZA SUR
Mon 2 Mar 2026 | Depart 4:00 AM
Day 10: PUERTO AYORA
Tue 3 Mar 2026 | Depart 12:30 AM
Day 10: PUNTA SUAREZ
Tue 3 Mar 2026 | 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Day 10: BAHIA GARDNER
Tue 3 Mar 2026 | 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Day 11: ISLOTE EDEN
Wed 4 Mar 2026 | 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Day 11: SEYMOUR NORTE
Wed 4 Mar 2026 | 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Day 12: CAPITANIA SEYMOUR, BALTRA
Thu 5 Mar 2026 | Arrive 9:00 AM
Day 12: CAPITANIA SEYMOUR, BALTRA
Thu 5 Mar 2026
Day 12: QUITO
Thu 5 Mar 2026
Policies
*Prices are per person in NZD, based on double-occupancy in lead-in categories available and reflects any promotional savings. Valid for a limited time only, is capacity controlled, subject to change/availability and can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Valid on new & individual bookings only. Pricing correct as at 15 July 2025 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Airfare not included. Additional exclusions apply. Bookings for this cruise are on a request basis, prices are an indication only, no staterooms have been held until pricing and availability has been confirmed by the cruise line. Price and deposit amounts may change. Please contact your local cruise travel expert for assistance. ^Offer: Enjoy up to 25% off on select sailings, valid for sales to 31 Aug 2025. Based on two people sharing a cabin. Combinable with the HX Explorers loyalty program.


Tour Departure: Feb 22, 2026
Package Code: HEX52044
Inclusions:
11 Night Package includes:
- BONUS: Up to 25% off^
- Pre-Cruise Package:
- Flights in Economy Class from Lima to Cusco, and from Cusco to Quito (via Lima), including all taxes
- Flights in Economy Class between Quito and Baltra, including all taxes
- One night in Lima, two nights in Cusco, and two nights in Quito before the expedition cruise, including breakfast. Dinner on Days 2-5
- Transfer in Lima from the airport to the hotel
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel, and the hotel to the airport, in Quito before the expedition cruise
- Transfers between the airport and the ship in Baltra
- Tour package: Cusco and Machu Picchu, including excursions with lunch, train tickets, entrance fees, transfers from the hotel to the airport in Lima and within Cusco, before the expedition cruise
- Full-day excursion: Historic Quito & Middle of the World, including lunch, before the expedition cruise
- Galápagos Islands National Park admission fee
- Transit control card for the Galápagos Islands
- Access to the airport lounge at the Quito (or Guayaquil) airport upon return from the Galápagos Islands for guests flying internationally on the day of disembarkation
- Expedition Cruise:
- 6 night Expedition Cruise to the Galápagos Islands onboard MS Santa Cruz II
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Wine, beer and spirits (excluding premium alcoholic drinks) available from the bar at any time (subject to Ecuadorean licensing laws)
- All day coffee, tea and soft drinks
- A complimentary water bottle to refill on board and take home
- A backpack or another piece of HX kit
- Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Use of hot tubs, fitness room, lounges and more
- Gratuities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full access to the ship’s Science Corner
- Access to Citizen Science Programme allowing guests to assist with ongoing scientific research
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
- Escorted and guided landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of all equipment for activities