8-Day Machu Picchu & Galapagos Superior: Ultimate Bucket List Experience

Yes, the tour package does not cover international and domestic flights, food and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary, entrance fees for the Galapagos National Park, the Migratory Control Card, water taxi fees, wetsuit rental, and optional tips for the guide.

During the Galapagos Islands portion, you will visit uninhabited islands such as Bartolome, Floreana, or North Seymour, where you can see endemic species. You will also have the opportunity to snorkel and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station.

For any tour booked with Rebecca Adventure Travel, the final payment must be paid 60 days before your date of travel. In order to confirm a tour more than 60 days in advance, a 30% deposit is required. Afterward, the final payment is due 60 days before travel. If your travel date is in less than 60 days, the total amount is due in order to confirm. The most common method of payment is by bank transfer or credit card. Special conditions may apply to any Amazon and Galapagos tour. For more information, please contact us. For any tour booked on the Rebecca Adventure Travel website, 100% of the tour is paid upon confirmation.

It is always recommended to pack as light as possible, however, the specific requirements for your tour will vary widely depending on where and when you are traveling. In our description trip pages and in our pre-departure documents you can find a suggested packing list.

There are two seasons in Ecuador, rainy and dry. The temperature will range between regions and depending on their altitude. You can travel to Ecuador year-round. Here, is a brief explanation of the weather in Ecuador: Amazon In the Amazon region, there is rain during the whole year. Two relatively drier periods can be distinguished in the months of January and February and August and September. The western part of the Amazon region is rainiest than the eastern part. The temperatures vary mostly between 23 °C and 27 °C. Andes The Ecuadorian Andes is a mountain range between 1.500 meters and 6.310 meters high. Most of the cities in the Andes are located at an altitude between 2.000 and 3.000 meters. The temperature in the cities varies mostly between 15 °C and 20 °C. The drier season in the Andes is in the months of June, July, August, and September. Pacific Coast The northwest coast of Ecuador has a wet tropical seasonal climate. The wet season is from December through May. Along the Ecuadorian coast, rainfall drops from north to south. To the south, the climate becomes increasingly drier. There is a rainy season in the first months of the year and an almost dry season from May to December. The temperatures vary from 25 °C to 31 °C. Galapagos Islands The climate of the Galápagos Islands is subtropical. There is a warm season from December through May and a cool season from June through November. The warm season is characterized by a mixture of warmth, rain, and sun. The cool season is a mixture of cloudy, cool, and dry weather. This variation is caused by ocean currents. The temperatures vary from 21 °C in August and September to 28 °C in March and April.

Yes, you do. You are strongly urged to take travel and health insurance, as we and our operators can accept no responsibility for possible accidents or illnesses which may occur during one of our tours. The agency and guide, as companies and individuals, will not be held liable for any accidents or damage incurred during the tour. Guests participate at their own risk. The Ecuadorian government recommends all passengers a mandatory health insurance certificate upon arriving in the country.

Yes, we can arrange Quito Airport transfers upon request. You can contact us for more information.

1. Personal Attention Whether you would like to do a Galapagos Island hopping program, or a tailor-made tour through Ecuador, Colombia, or Peru, Rebecca Adventure Travel will make sure you receive what you desire. The Rebecca Adventure Travel team cares about you and what you really want. Therefore, in order to create the best tour program possible, Rebecca’s Destination Experts want to get to know you more! By giving great personal attention and customer care, you can provide the best service and meet your expectations. 2. The Team The multinational team at Rebecca Adventure Travel is ready and happy to help you prepare for your trip. The entire team is passionate about travel and are experienced travelers. Not to mention, the Destination Experts at Rebecca Adventure Travel are also Ecuadorian. As a result, you will be receiving the best advice possible regarding any frequently asked questions or suggestions on your trip to Ecuador, Colombia, or Peru. The team uses their own travel experiences and knowledge about Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru, they will make sure any tour you are offered is of the best quality. 3. Authenticity An important focus of Rebecca Adventure Travel is to offer unique and authentic experiences. The Destination Experts are also adventure designers. All tours are personally selected by Rebecca and her team. Consequently, this guarantees an unforgettable experience at family-owned and local hotels, high-quality tours, great service, and last but not least, fantastic value. Apart from this, you are guaranteed genuine experiences with local guides who are passionate about Ecuador and Galapagos. 4. Tailor-made Trips All the tours on the Rebecca Adventure Travel website are available. However, you are free to customize any of these amazing examples of travel in Ecuador, Peru, or Colombia. Additionally, this means hotel categories can be altered to any preference you may have. Rebecca’s Destination Experts take a lot of care in creating custom-made itineraries. You will be asked questions specifically about your trip to make sure all the small details are taken care of. For example, if you are traveling for a birthday or anniversary, let them know! Tell them your preferences and they will create an unforgettable experience for you! 5. 24/7 Assistance When you book a trip with Rebecca Adventure Travel, you will receive 24/7 assistance during your daily travels. Also, in case you have an emergency, you can contact the team by phone at any time of the day during the entire week. Of course, you can also reach the team during office hours by phone, e-mail, Skype, WhatsApp, or the online chat on the website. Even so, whether it is before, during, or after the tour, please feel free to contact us. Additionally, you can contact us in English, Spanish and Dutch! 6. Company Insurance Rebecca Adventure Travel is a Dutch company, located in Quito, Ecuador. The company is affiliated with the GGTO (Guarantee Fund Specialized Tour Operators) and the VVKR (Dutch Association of Small Tour Operators). This means you are insured whenever the company is within financial incapability and has a travel guarantee.

You need a passport with a validation of at least 6 months upon return in Europe or the USA. You can stay in Ecuador without a visa for 90 days every 12 months.

The local currency in Ecuador is the US Dollar. You can use your credit card in the main tourist areas and in the big hotels. In the ATM, your European or American cards usually work, but there is a maximum of 500 USD that you can take each day. We advise you to bring dollars in cash. In Ecuador, you only get 5, 10, or 20 USD bills out from the ATM. Also, change is a big problem, so please be careful when you carry 50 and 100 USD bills.

How much luggage is allowed on domestic flights to the Galapagos? Domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands allow only one 23 kg (50 lbs) piece of luggage and one standard piece of carry-on luggage.