EXPLORE ECUADOR WITH GALAPAGOS CRUISE 7 DAYS

Quito - Galapagos Islands - Quito

Once in Quito enjoy a city tour to learn about the historic importance of these cities and their most popular sites of visit. Later in the week, hop on a plane to the paradise archipelago that inspired Darwin with its stunning landscapes and exotic wildlife: The Galapagos Islands.

itinerary & prices

Day 1 Saturday Arrive Quito
Arrival any day – transfer to the hotel. Overnight at GO QUITO HOTEL.

Day 2 Sunday Quito (B)
Colonial City Tour & Middle of the World: bustling streets and squares of the largest historical old town in the Americas, a multi-ethnic, artistic and cultural heritage destination. Visit the “Middle of the world” situated at 0º0’0” latitude. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 Monday Quito - Galapagos Islands by flight (BLD)
Domestic flight to Galapagos (not included). All-inclusive 3-night top quality cruise. Only a special few have the chance to travel through this paradise, sailing on a charming ship, with nautical interior decoration of wood and brass, featuring ample outer decks, sea-view cabins and suites, jacuzzi, pool, bars and more. See prehistoric iguanas, giant tortoises, exotic birds, plants, beautiful landscapes of volcanoes, lava cones and magma flows. Swim and snorkel at any time of the year in the warm clear waters among tropical fish, manta rays, sea lions, swordfish, sea turtles and other marine wildlife. Multilingual naturalist guides lead shore excursions twice a day to a place unlike any other full of wildlife that has no fear of man. Lectures explaining the geology, history, evolution, flora and fauna of the islands are provided in several languages. A fine selection of meals will delight you, from buffet breakfast to gourmet dinners, ice cream festivals, and evening barbecues. Overnight on board MV GALAPAGOS LEGEND CRUISE or MV CORAL I or II YACHT - all inclusive.

Day 4 Tuesday Galapagos Islands (BLD)
Enjoy various excursions to the Galapagos Islands provided by your cruise. Overnight on board your cruise.

Day 5 Wednesday Galapagos Islands (BLD)
Enjoy various excursions to the Galapagos Islands provided by your cruise. Overnight on board your cruise.

Day 6 Thursday Galapagos Islands - Quito by flight (B)
Fly back to Quito. Met upon arrival and transfer to GO QUITO HOTEL. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 Friday Depart Quito (B)
Transfer out. End of services.

Starts every Saturday in Quito
Single room supplement is extra & available upon request. Please contact us for Single travel alone and Single room supplement.

INCLUSIONS
• 2 Private Transfers.
• Galapagos cruise portion.
• 2 Shuttles service For Galapagos cruise airport-hotel / hotel-airport.
• 3 nights at GO QUITO HOTEL.
• Private program: Colonial Quito & Middle of the World.
• 3 nights/ 4-day cruise on M/V Galapagos Legend or M/Y Coral I or Coral II.
• Two daily excursions to the islands, optional snorkeling, kayaking*, and NEW scuba diving* day tours as per cruise itineraries and schedules.
• Air-conditioning and private facilities.
• Multilingual speaking naturalist guides English-Spanish (French, German, and Italian, upon request).
• All meals on board, welcome and farewell cocktails, BBQ, free coffee/tea 24-hour station.
• Briefings, lectures, and activities on board.
• Baggage handling, transfers, and dinghy rides to/from Galapagos ports when air tickets are pre-paid and issued by Go Galapagos.
• Airports check-in assistance and baggage handling (one-piece 20kls max. per person, soft bag)

EXCLUSIONS
• Internal airfare Quito - Galapagos - Quito $550.00 per person (Subject to change).
• Entrance fee to the Galapagos Islands $200.00 per person (Adults) & $100 per child (under 12 years age)
• CGG Migration Control Card $20.00 per person
• Personal expenses, International & internal airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.

Optional onboard plus taxes (per person in US$ subject to change):
Internet: 4-5 days: $60; 8 days: $98
Wetsuits rental: 4-5 day $38
Kayak rental: $38 each use per person.
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages: (packages available).
Scuba Diving during GO´s cruises: $410 half-day tour with 1-2 immersions and equipment included (reservation before the cruise is mandatory, subject to availability).
Doctor: medical assistance and medicines have additional costs.
Tips: Suggested per day per person $ 20 for crew / $ 10 for guide.