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7 Day Ecuador with 3 Day Eastern Galapagos Cruise - Junior Suite

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Ecuador , Galapagos

Cities Visited

Guayaquil , Quito

Your Galapagos itinerary may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns.

DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Ecuador
Depart for Ecuador. Arrive in Quito, capital of Ecuador, founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Inca city; 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, Sunday - 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, 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 form 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 4, 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, 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 5, 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 6, 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. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure
Overnight: Guayaquil
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Friday - Depart Ecuador
Transfer to the airport for your departure flightSome flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of day 7 and will require a transfer on day 6. Transfers depart the hotel approximately 4 hours prior to flight time
Meals: Breakfast

Due to the high elevation, travel in the Ecuadorian Andes may cause some passengers to experience the temporary effects of altitude sickness. If you have any concerns about traveling to higher than your accustomed elevation, please consult your healthcare provider.

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Inclusions

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

Independent Package Includes

  • Flights Miami-Quito, Guayaquil-Miami
  • Some departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking.
    Other departure cities available.
  • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
  • All intra-flights: Quito-Baltra & San Cristobal-Guayaquil
  • 6 nights accommodations
  • 2 nights Quito
  • 3 nights
  • 1 night Guayaquil
  • Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
  • Hotel & cruise porterage
  • All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
  • 12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
  • Services of English-speaking local guides
  • Services of English-speaking naturalist guides in the Galapagos
  • Galapagos National Park fee of $100 (Jan - Jul), $200 (Aug - Dec)
  • Galapagos Transit Control Card fee of $20
  • Special Features

  • Discover Quito's colonial quarter, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Stand at the Middle of the World Monument, situated at latitude 0º
  • Embark on a journey to the beginning of time in the Galapagos Archipelago of volcanic islands
  • Snorkel/swim on magnificent white sand beaches with astounding marine life
  • Discover areas with Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, and sea lions
  • Explore Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador and the nation's largest port
  • Visit Parque Historico and learn about the history & culture of the region
  • Cruise Amenities

  • Panorama lounge & bar
  • Fitness center
  • Sky deck
  • Non-smoking ship interior
  • Not Included:
    Optional tours and gratuities.


    Additional Information:
    Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights from Quito-Baltra & San Cristobal-Guayaquil

    Some flights depart in the very early morning of day 7 and will require a transfer on day 6. 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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    Accommodations

    Hilton Colon Quito
    This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of Ecuador's capital with easy access to the financial district and the colonial sector of the city.

    Hotel Oro Verde
    This superior first class hotel is located in the commercial and banking area of Guayaquil.

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    Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?

    Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.

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