8 Day Ecuador with 4 Day Western Galapagos Cruise - Junior Suite
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Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Brochure Land & Air Price | Quote |
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Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024 | Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 | Get Quote | |||
Tuesday, Dec 03, 2024 | Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Your Galapagos itinerary may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns.
DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for EcuadorDepart for Ecuador. Arrive in Quito, capital of Ecuador, founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Inca city; and transfer to your hotel. The Quito airport is approximately an hour drive from the city. Balance of the day is at leisure to get acquainted with this lively city's priceless historical treasures of art and architecture
Overnight: Quito
DAY 2, Wednesday - Quito City Tour & Visit to the Middle of the World
The morning's tour begins with a visit to the colonial section of Quito to walk along the narrow cobblestone streets and feel the charm of 16th century Quito. See the Independence Plaza, the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, and the Archbishop's Palace before visiting La Compañia de Jesus Church, with its beautiful gilded interior or the Church and Monastery of San Francisco, one of the great religious buildings of the New World with its impressive facade and atrium. Afterward, visit the Middle of the World Monument, located at a latitude of 0º, and stand with one foot in the Northern and one in the Southern Hemisphere. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure
Overnight: Quito
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3, Thursday - Flight to Baltra, Embarkation on the Galapagos Legend, Mosquera Islet
This morning, head to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island. On arrival, meet your naturalist guides and transfer to the pier to board the Galapagos Legend. Lunch on board with time to settle in before this afternoon's excursion to Mosquera Islet. This tiny low lying islet is known for its remarkable natural beauty and unique wildlife. You may come across colonies of sea lions basking in the sun, or playful marine iguanas. Time to snorkel and get treated to an underwater paradise. Return to the ship for an evening briefing and dinner
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Friday - Egas Port (Santiago Island), Rabida Island
Begin the day at Santiago Island with a hike on the trails at Egas Port. View land and marine birds in this landscape of tuff-stone layers with Sally Lightfoot crabs roaming the lava rocks. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds next to colonies of fur sea lions. An afternoon panga ride takes you along the jagged shores to Rábida Island with its volcanic rocks surrounding a striking red sand beach. The walk brings you close to a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas and several species of Darwin's famous finches. Very close to the beach, a salt pond seasonally hosts migrating flamingos. Try snorkeling at this beach. Experienced snorkelers will appreciate the exceptional combination of underwater marine life and submarine landscapes
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Saturday - Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
An early start this morning to explore Isabela Island, offering a fascinating array of natural wonders and wildlife. At Urbina Bay, disembark your panga and set foot on a black volcanic beach surrounded by towering cliffs. During your hike, look out for land iguanas and giant tortoises that roam freely in this area. Return to the boat and make your way to Tagus Cove. This historic anchorage served as a refuge for pirates and whalers in the past and you can still see their remnants of their existence etched into the rocks. A scenic hike leads you to an overview of Darwin Lake and on to a volcanic landscape revealing Isabela Island's dramatic northern volcanoes. Back at sea level, time for swimming and snorkeling before returning to the ship in time for dinner
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Sunday - Punta Espinosa (Fernandina Island), Punta Vicente (Floreana Island)
Today's excursion takes you to Fernandina Island, the youngest island and most pristine of the Galapagos. Once you reach Punta Espinosa you'll be greeted by a fascinating landscape characterized by lava flows, volcanic formations and a rugged shoreline. One of the highlights is the large marine iguana colony. The island has the highest density of marine iguanas in the Galapagos and you'll have the opportunity to observe them up close. Later, take a panga ride along the maze of narrow channels on Floreana's north shore. Upon arrival at Punta Vicente, disembark onto a small beach, surrounded by immense cliffs of the eroded volcano. View marine iguanas sunbathing on the black lava rocks. Additionally you'll encounter flightless cormorants, blue-footed boobies, and lava herons. After snorkeling off the beach, head back to the ship. Bid goodbye to the crew, and the naturalist guides at dinner tonight
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Monday - Disembarkation, Highlands Tortoise Reserve, Flight to Guayaquil
Disembarkation at Santa Cruz Island. Then, visit the Highlands Tortoise Reserve renowned for its conservation efforts and the preservation of the iconic Galapagos giant tortoises. Later, proceed to the airport for your flight to Guayaquil. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure
Overnight: Guayaquil
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Tuesday - Depart Ecuador
Transfer to the airport for your departure flightSome flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of day 10 and will require a transfer on day 9. Transfers depart the hotel approximately 4 hours prior to flight time
Meals: Breakfast
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Some departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking.
Other departure cities available.
Special Features
Cruise Amenities
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights from Quito-Baltra & Baltra-Guayaquil.
Some flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of Day 8 and will require a transfer on Day 7. Transfers depart the hotel approximately 4 hours prior to flight time.
Passport numbers for all passengers must be submitted before documents can be issued.
The route and program may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns. Wildlife and visits listed in the itinerary are based upon optimal conditions and therefore subject to change.
Dry landing: Passengers step from the dinghy onto rocks or a dock.
Wet landing: As the dinghy edges onto a sandy beach, passengers step into knee-deep water and wade ashore.
Sturdy shoes are recommended for this program.
Accommodation Details:
Triple Rooms cannot be accommodated on this program.
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