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9-day cruise between the cultural heritage of Quito and the wilderness of the Galapagos Islands

Main features
Boat model: Ship
Type: Yacht / Motoryacht > 24 m
Number of cabins: 49
Maximum capacity: 90 travelers

Cabin

Family cabin
With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to admire the view during the cruise, this cabin offers a stylish and comfortable space in which to relax after an active day exploring. It has a double bed or optional twin beds, a sofa bed suitable for children under 12, a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, a safe and USA two-pin sockets.
Explorer cabin
With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to admire the view during the cruise, this cabin offers a stylish and comfortable space in which to relax after an active day exploring. It has a double bed or optional twin beds, a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, a safe and two-pin USA sockets.
Explorer cabin
With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to admire the view during the cruise, this cabin offers a stylish and comfortable space in which to relax after an active day exploring. It has a double bed or optional twin beds, a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, a safe and two-pin USA sockets.
Explorer cabin
With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to admire the view during the cruise, this cabin offers a stylish and comfortable space in which to relax after an active day exploring. It has a double bed or optional twin beds, a private bathroom with shower and toiletries, a safe and two-pin USA sockets.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice due to weather conditions or for technical reasons (captain's decision). Sailing times may vary depending on sea conditions and weather.

Itinerary

Quito
Your journey begins on the Equator in the lush Andean foothills. At 9,350 feet, Quito is the... more+ second-highest capital city in the world, and its main draw is the exquisite Old Town which was founded on an ancient Inca settlement. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it's packed with well-preserved colonial architecture as evidenced in colourful plazas, magnificent churches and handsome monuments. Settle into your hotel, then head out to explore. 
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Lunch
Diner
Quito
Today you'll enjoy a guided tour of Quito's remarkable Old Town – one of the largest and... more+ best-preserved colonial-era quarters in South America. Wander through cobblestone streets as you admire the architecture – and sample some delicious chocolate made from finest Ecuadorian cacao along the way.
Next, you'll head to the iconic ‘Middle of the World City', located around 16 miles north of Quito. After lunch, you'll visit the famous monument that delineates the imaginary line of the Equator. Have your camera ready to capture the moment you stand with one foot in each hemisphere. 
Activities: Including: Guided tour of Quito's old town, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Quito Baltra Mosquera Islet
After breakfast, a short flight will take you to Baltra Island in the spectacular Galápagos... more+ archipelago. A transfer brings you straight to the port where your comfortable expedition ship awaits.
You'll get your first glimpse of the islands' incredible wildlife on Mosquera Islet, home to one of the largest sea lion colonies in the archipelago. We'll take our small panga boats ashore to get a closer look.
As you stroll across flat and sandy dunes, look out for Blue-footed Boobies and Sally Lightfoot crabs, and learn about the marine and terrestrial ecosystems from your naturalist guides. 
Activities: Including: Panga boat excursion to Mosquera Islet, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Mosquera Islet San Cristobal Cerro Brujo
Your first stop today is the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve – a breeding centre for the... more+ endangered giant tortoise. It's also home to other endemic species, including the San Cristobal Mockingbird and lava lizard.

The giant tortoise is probably the most iconic of all Galápagos wildlife, with a lifespan of over 100 years. Here, they thrive, ambling around forests similar to their natural habitat.

Up to August 2024 we'll call at Cerro Brujo, on the island's west coast. With its white coral beaches, you'll literally be walking in Darwin's footsteps as the naturalist visited here in 1835. There are plenty of sea and shore birds to look out for here, as well as sea lions.

After August 2024* we'll instead likely explore Punta Pitt in our small panga boats. This is the only site in the Galápagos Islands where you might see three species of boobies. Enjoy a nature walk, explore the coastline by boat, or snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear water. *Note – this is dependent on local authority restrictions. 
Activities: Including: Visit of the Cerro Colorado tortoise reserve, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Cerro Brujo Santa Fe South Plaza
We start the day with a scenic nature walk on the blissful beaches of Santa Fe, home to the endemic... more+ Barrington land iguana and a colony of sea lions.

You can swim or snorkel from our small panga boats, take a kayak for a paddle around the island, or join a trip in our glass-bottomed boat to observe the marine life below. After a delicious lunch, prepared by our onboard chefs, we head to South Plaza Island.

Keep an eye out for frigatebirds, Swallow-tailed Gulls and Galapagos Shearwaters gliding on the breeze. Here, among a dazzling array of flora, land iguanas laze by the shore while marine iguanas slip in and out of the water. 
Activities: Including: Trip in a glass-bottomed boat to observe the marine wildlife, more+
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Lunch
Diner
South Plaza Santa Cruz
Today we pay a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora
A giant tortoise... more+ breeding centre, here you can see recently hatched tortoises and Darwin's famous finches – the birds he used as a basis for his theory of evolution by natural selection. There's also an impressive forest of prickly pear cacti that's home to many land birds.
Enjoy a cooler climate over lunch in the lush highlands, where giant tortoises shuffle about munching on grass and wallowing in pools.
You'll have time for another activity, such as mountain biking or visiting sugar plantation. 
Activities: Including: Visit to the Charles Darwin research station in Puerto Ayora, Mountain biking, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Santa Cruz Gardner Bay Osborn
Your Galápagos Islands cruise reaches Española, the archipelago's most southerly island. Birdlife... more+ here is truly extraordinary – look out for Nazca Boobies, Blue-footed Boobies and Swallow-tailed Gulls, and the mighty Waved Albatross on cruises April through December.
It's also a chance to spot red Española lava lizards and marine iguanas, as well as see the famous blowhole, El Soplador, blasting water 75 feet into the air.
After lunch on board the ship, we'll head to the picturesque coral beach of Gardner Bay and nearby Osborn Islet, to seek out sea lions, mockingbirds and finches. If you're feeling active, you can go snorkelling or kayaking. 
Activities: Including: Snorkeling, Kayaking, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Osborn Eden Islet North Seymour Island
The wealth of wildlife watching opportunities continues at Eden Islet, where we hope to see... more+ Galapagos green turtles, rays and friendly reef sharks. On the shore, look out for distinctive frigatebirds with their rubbery, red throats.
You can swim or snorkel to explore the reefs. Alternatively, see the reefs from our glass-bottomed boat or by kayak. After lunch, we'll sail to North Seymour.
The island is a great site for spotting colonies of Blue-footed Boobies and Swallow-tailed Gulls. Sea lions and marine iguanas also congregate here, attracted by the bountiful sea life in its waters. 
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Lunch
Diner
North Seymour Island Baltra Quito
Your expedition cruise draws to a close as you disembark at Baltra Island. A transfer will take you... more+ to the airport in Baltra for your flight to Quito to connect to your international flight, or if you prefer, continue to Guayaquil for another adventure.
To explore more of Ecuador, why not extend your stay and join one of our optional Post-Programmes.
As you leave this fascinating region, you'll take with you incredible memories of amazing wildlife and wonderful experiences few have the privilege of seeing. 
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Lunch
Diner
Possibility to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
Flights Quito / Baltra and Baltra / Guayaquil in economy class, all taxes included
Transfers between the airport and hotel in Quito prior to the expedition cruise
Transfers between the airport and the ship in Baltra
Entry to the Galapagos Islands National Park
Transit control card for the Galapagos Islands
Access to the airport lounge in Guayaquil (or Quito) on your return from the Galápagos Islands if you take an international flight on the day of disembarkation.
Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing legislation, excluding premium drinks)
Coffee, tea and soft drinks available throughout the day
Free bottle of water to fill on board and take home
Photographer on board
WIFI
Use of jacuzzis, fitness room, lounges and more
Tips
Exciting lectures and discussions organised by experts from the expedition team
Full access to the science centre on board
Loan of all equipment necessary for activities
Polar expedition jacket, backpack, or other kit item
Two nights' hotel accommodation in Quito with breakfast and dinner on the 2nd day before the expedition cruise
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
International flights
Travel insurance
Carrying luggage on the boat
Additional night(s) if necessary due to international flight schedules
Meals not included in the program
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

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Explorer cabin
  • Explorer cabin
  • Explorer cabin
  • Family cabin
  • Explorer cabin
  • Darwin Suite
  • Privatization
Travelers: 2
Price for 2 pers. :
£14,165
Flights included
Privatize the boat on request
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