DAY 2, Thursday - Quito City Tour, Middle of the World Monument
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. Later, a visit to 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, before dinner tonight
Overnight: Quito
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3, Friday - Rose Plantation, Condor Rehabilitation Project, Embroidery Workshop
Begin the day with a tour of a rose plantation where you gain insight into the farming process, from planting to exporting. Then, head to the Condor Husi Rehabilitation Project, a unique conservation initiative that focuses on rehabilitating and protecting the majestic Andean condor, a critically endangered species. Afterward, participate in an embroidery workshop and learn about traditional embroidery techniques and the cultural significance behind them
Overnight: Ibarra
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4, Saturday - Andean Spectacled Bear Viewpoint, Butterfly House
Head to the Andean Spectacled Bear viewpoint, nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Andean region. Opportunity to observe the remarkable spectacled Andean bears in their natural habitat. Learn about the history, behavior, and conservation efforts dedicated to protecting these endangered species, native to South America. Afterward visit an indigenous community and have lunch of traditional local dishes. In the afternoon, visit the Butterfly House. Observe how these beautiful creatures are fed, raised and undergo metamorphosis
Overnight: Ibarra
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5, Sunday - Cuicocha Lake, Visit Cotacachi, Handicraft Workshop
Morning excursion to Cuicocha Lake, a stunning volcanic crater lake nestled within the Cotacachi Cayapas Ecological Reserve. Hike around the rim of the crater and admire the breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding volcanic peaks. Keep an eye out for the diverse bird species that inhabit the area. Afterward, visit the town of Cotacachi located in the Andean highlands, known for its indigenous culture, and artisanal crafts. Later, attend a handicraft workshop. Observe artisans at work, delicately weaving intricate patterns and motifs into vibrant textiles using time-honored techniques passed down through generations
Overnight: Quito
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Monday - Flight to Baltra, Embarkation on the Galapagos Legend, North Seymour Island
This morning, head to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island. Arrive at Baltra Airport, meet your naturalist guides and transfer to the pier to board the Galapagos Legend. Lunch on board while sailing to North Seymour Island, lifted from the ocean floor by a seismic event. Cliffs that are only a few feet high from the shoreline, where swallow-tailed gulls sit perched on ledges and a tiny forest of silver-grey Palo Santo trees stand just above the landing. You might have to give right-of-way to a passing sea lion. Along the way, perhaps you may see the famous Galapagos blue-footed booby nesting beside the trail. Keep on the lookout for the magnificent frigate bird, with its puffed-up scarlet throat sack, perched in low bushes watching over their chicks. Return to your ship for dinner and an evening at leisure
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7, Tuesday - Bartolome Island, Santiago Island, Sullivan Bay
Travel to the golden beaches of Bartolomé Island, dominated by the iconic Pinnacle Rock, an impressive towering lava structure that rises from the ocean's edge. Snorkel in the company of sea lions and perhaps come face to face with Galapagos penguins. Later, perhaps option for a steep hike to the summit of this diminutive island with fantastic panoramic views of the archipelago. It's a wet landing on Sullivan Bay, known for its remarkable volcanic formations, located on Santiago Island. Embark on a guided walk and learn about the island's geology and volcanic history. One of the highlights of the bay is the opportunity to witness pahoehoe lava formations up close
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Wednesday - San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt & Islet Pitt, Cerro Brujo
Morning excursion to Punta Pitt & Islet Pitt on the eastern point of San Cristobal island. Sea lions will greet you as you land on the beach and prepare for a climb to a high point for panoramic views. This is the only site in the Galapagos where you can view all three species of boobies: blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies. Free time for swimming and snorkeling. An afternoon panga ride takes you along the shores of Cerro Brujo with its white sand beach and impressive volcanic landscape. Take a walk to a nearby lagoon with a chance to view black-necked stilts, ruddy turnstones, whimbrels, and white- cheeked pintails
Overnight: Galapagos Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Thursday - Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve, Disembarkation, Flight to Guayaquil
This morning, visit the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve, which is a breeding center for highly endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a deciduous forest. Later, proceed to the airport for your flight to Guayaquil. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure
Overnight: Guayaquil
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10, Friday - Depart Ecuador
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Some 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

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.