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Ecuador Mainland & the Galápagos Islands
14 days, Quito to Quito
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If you’re already exploring Ecuador on terra firma you’re this close to the eco-lover's paradise: the Galápagos, so we’ve brought both together in one 14-day tour. Start with all the on-land highlights like the Amazon, the stunning landscapes in the Ecuadorian highlands, and get an unforgettable experience staying right in the Amazon jungle. Experience the Galápagos aboard the Xavier III where comfy cabins, giant tortoises, and sea lions will have you wanting to jump ship — but only to go snorkelling, of course.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Quito to Quito
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Trip Code: SEQG
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Itinerary
Day 1Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Quito/Baños
Travel to Baños and be spoiled for choice with optional outdoor activities like hiking, ziplining, and canyoning. Or, take it easy and relax in local hot springs.
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BreakfastDay 3Baños
Enjoy another free day to take full advantage of all the activities in this adventurous town.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Discover MomentDay 4Baños/Tena
Travel by bus into the Amazon Jungle. Spend two nights in rustic jungle huts in a local Quichua community. Enjoy nature walks and learn about local culture.
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Lunch | DinnerDay 5Tena
Enjoy a full day in the Amazon learning about local life in the jungle. Spend the night in rustic jungle huts in a Quichua community.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Tena/Papallacta
Cycle to the nearby community of Shandia and discover the beauty of the Amazon with a member of the community as your guide. Later, take a local bus to Papallacta and relax in the natural mineral hot pools with volcanic views.
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BreakfastDay 7Papallacta/Quito
Enjoy a relaxing morning at the hot springs before travelling back to Quito for free time to explore.
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BreakfastDay 8Quito
Enjoy a free day to get out and explore the many sights Quito has to offer.
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BreakfastDay 9Quito/Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Fly to San Cristóbal Island. Meet the guide and transfer to the boat. Visit Isla Lobos in the afternoon to spot blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas and sea lions.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10North Seymour/Mosquera Islet
Explore two tiny islands that are big on wildlife. North Seymour offers great views of nesting seabirds, including frigatebirds and Mosquera is home to large colonies of sea lions.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Santiago Island/Bartolomé Island
Visit Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral sand beach. Continue to Bartolomé Island for a guided tour to see the dramatic volcanic features before hiking to a panoramic viewpoint.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Puerto Ayora
Disembark in Puerto Ayora and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the giant Galápagos tortoises. In the afternoon, explore Academy Bay on a boat tour. Snorkel with sea lions and walk over a volcanic path to a crystal clear saltwater lagoon.
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BreakfastDay 13Puerto Ayora/Quito
Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Fly back to Quito for a final night in the city.
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BreakfastDay 14Quito
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Baños
- Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena
- Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
- Baños stay
- Amazon Jungle homestay and cooking demonstrations (2 nts)
- Papallacta Hot Springs stay
- Cruise the Galápagos Islands aboard the Xavier (3 nts)
- All meals aboard the Xavier
- Certified Galápagos National Park Service Guide
- Overnight on Santa Cruz Island
- Snorkelling at Isla Lobos, North Seymour, and Sullivan Bay
- Visit to North Seymour to see nesting seabirds
- Hike to the Bartolomé Island viewpoint overlooking the famous Pinnacle Rock
- Visit the Charles Darwin Foundation (Santa Cruz)
- Academy Bay tour
- Excursion to see giant tortoises in the wild
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Internal flights
- Snorkelling equipment and wetsuits while aboard Xavier
Accommodations
Hotels (8 nts), simple village cabañas/homestay (2 nts, multi-share), aboard the Xavier in twin-share cabins (3 nts).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Allow USD240-315 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, public bus, walking, motorized yacht (Xavier), plane, panga.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/Naturalist Guide while in the Galápagos Islands (certified by the Galápagos National Park Authority), Chief Experience Officer (CEO) in mainland Ecuador, local guides.
Departures
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