See the exotic wildlife the Galapagos, explore ancient Incan sites, and discover the colonial splendors of Cusco and Lima with this tour of Ecuador and Peru
“I chose Indus Travels’ “Picturesque Solo Ecuador and Peru Tour” as a 50-year-old solo male traveler because I wanted a big South America experience without paying a massive single supplement or feeling like the odd one out—and it absolutely delivered on both counts. The routing felt like a greatest-hits reel without being overwhelming: starting in Ecuador with time in Quito and then out to the Galápagos to see marine iguanas, flamingos, and giant tortoises up close, then shifting to Peru for Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and finally the train ride to Machu Picchu, which was every bit as breathtaking as I’d hoped.
What made this trip work so well for me as a solo traveler was how Indus handled the structure—airport transfers, flights, boats, hotels, and key excursions were all pre-arranged—while the small-group and solo-focused setup meant I always had people to talk to at meals and on tours, but still had my own room and plenty of personal time when I wanted it. At 50, I appreciated not having to wrestle with complex logistics across two countries and multiple internal flights; instead, I could just focus on the moments that mattered, like watching wildlife in the Galápagos, sharing stories with other solo travelers over dinner, and standing in silent awe at Machu Picchu.
For mid-life solo travelers who want a visually spectacular, well-organized introduction to Ecuador and Peru without feeling either isolated or over-managed, this Indus Travels tour hits a very sweet spot.”
