--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: c07e2657-d005-4846-832a-bb3207ecb183 slug: 2225688 voyage_code: IT162662 cruise_line: Lindblad Expeditions ship: National Geographic Islander II departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Lima disembarkation_port: Quito starting_price_usd: 12867.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:03:39Z --- # Peru and Galápagos Escape - Lima to Quito > Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Islander II · Oct 8 – 18   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Lindblad Expeditions | | **Ship** | National Geographic Islander II | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Lima | | **Disembarkation Port** | Quito | | **Starting Price** | 12,867 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | IT162662 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Lima **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of old Lima Centro. ### Day 1: Lima **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of old Lima Centro. ### Day 2: Cusco **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework ### Day 2: Cusco **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework ### Day 3: Machu Picchu **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it’s renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of mortar, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery. ### Day 4: Sacred Valley **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Sacred Valley is a region in Peru's Andean highlands. Along with the nearby town of Cusco and the ancient city of Machu Picchu, it formed the heart of the Inca Empire. Stretching roughly 60 kilometers, it’s an area of fertile farmland and Spanish colonial villages like Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Pisac is known for its Sunday handicraft market and hilltop Incan citadel. ### Day 5: Cusco **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework ### Day 6: Guayaquil, Ecuador **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the city. ### Day 6: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 7: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 8: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 9: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 9: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 10: Baltra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Day 11: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $12,867 | ## Ship Information ### National Geographic Islander II National Geographic Islander ll sails year-round in the Galápagos Islands and elevates the guest experience to an entirely new level. With 26 staterooms and suites, and accommodating 48 guests, she sails with a 1:1 guest-to-crew ratio. National Geographic Islander II carries a fleet of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, a glass-bottom boat, an expanded flotilla of versatile Zodiacs, complete snorkel gear for adults and children, video microscope and Science Hub. Contributing to the fully immersive Ecuadorian experience on board are Ecuadorian staff and locally sourced and sustainable farm-to-table and ocean-to-table culinary ingredients, as well as artisan spa elements and handcrafted textiles, art and décor, all regionally created. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 48 | | Crew | 57 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 200.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Lima *Coordinates: -12.0464, -77.0428* Lima, the capital of Peru, lies on the country's arid Pacific coast. Though its colonial center is preserved, it's a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. It's home to the Museo Larco collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museo de la Nación, tracing the history of Peru’s ancient civilizations. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of old Li... ### Cusco *Coordinates: -13.5438, -71.885* Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of... ### Machu Picchu *Coordinates: -13.1636, -72.5459* Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it’s renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of mortar, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery. ### Sacred Valley *Coordinates: -13.3333, -72.0833* The Sacred Valley is a region in Peru's Andean highlands. Along with the nearby town of Cusco and the ancient city of Machu Picchu, it formed the heart of the Inca Empire. Stretching roughly 60 kilometers, it’s an area of fertile farmland and Spanish colonial villages like Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Pisac is known for its Sunday handicraft market and hilltop Incan citadel. ### Guayaquil, Ecuador *Coordinates: -2.20382, -79.8975* Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the ... ### Baltra *Coordinates: -0.459667, -90.2714* Baltra Island, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees. ### Quito *Coordinates: -0.229498, -78.5243* Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de JesÃ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2225688 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2225688 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2225688.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2225688/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/lindblad-expeditions/national-geographic-islander-ii/other/145491.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:03:39 UTC