GALAPAGOS TOUR PROGRAMS ABOARD THE M/Y ISABELA II
GALAPAGOS TOUR PROGRAMS ABOARD THE M/Y ISABELA II
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour, Bartolome, Santiago
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Santa Fe land iguana, Galapagos land iguana, Marine iguanas, Blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, Greater frigates, Magnificent frigates, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Hybrid iguana, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Greater flamingos, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Sunday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise and we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
AM: Santa Fe Island
PM: South Plaza Island
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
AM: North Seymour Island
PM: Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
AM: Bartolome Island
PM: Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Sunday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation and conservation. Late afternoon we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Santa Fe Island: A stunning anchorage provides our jumping-off point for our visit to this sandy white beach with many sea lion harems. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed. The endemic land iguana, unique to this island, may be spotted during the walk. Snorkeling and swimming from the beach, kayaking or a ride in our glass-bottom boat.
South Plaza Island: The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast brilliantly with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline, while a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as groundcover for a grove of luminescent green prickly-pear cactus beyond, populated by yellow-gray land iguanas.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
North Seymour Island: The morning starts with an enjoyable walk along the coast and the interior of this island, observing numerous bird colonies as well as sea lions and marine iguanas. There are opportunities for snorkeling, coastal exploration or glass-bottom boat for great views of the underwater world.
Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island): After WWII, US military barges were beached and abandoned here. Today it is an important nesting area for the east Pacific green sea turtle. Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is a glorious white beach, with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons are the feeding grounds of various wading birds, from stilts to flamingos. We can swim and/or snorkel from the beach.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
This morning, a Galapagos icon awaits for us: Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort! Following the walk, we take the dinghies for a ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock.
Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island): After lunch, we get on board the inflatable dinghies to land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach great for swimming, and with a trail over a lava field that flowed here less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galapagos.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | |
Monday, January 7, 19 | Friday, January 11, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Friday, January 10, 20 | |
Monday, January 21, 19 | Friday, January 25, 19 | Monday, January 20, 20 | Friday, January 24, 20 | |
Monday, February 4, 19 | Friday, February 8, 19 | Monday, February 3, 20 | Friday, February 7, 20 | |
Monday, February 18, 19 | Friday, February 22, 19 | Monday, February 17, 20 | Friday, February 21, 20 | |
Monday, March 4, 19 | Friday, March 8, 19 | Monday, March 2, 20 | Friday, March 6, 20 | |
Monday, March 18, 19 | Friday, March 22, 19 | Monday, March 16, 20 | Friday, March 20, 20 | |
Monday, April 1, 19 | Friday, April 5, 19 | Monday, March 30, 20 | Friday, April 3, 20 | |
Monday, April 15, 19 | Friday, April 19, 19 | Monday, April 13, 20 | Friday, April 17, 20 | |
Monday, April 29, 19 | Friday, May 3, 19 | Monday, April 27, 20 | Friday, May 1, 20 | |
Monday, May 13, 19 | Friday, May 17, 19 | |||
Monday, May 27, 19 | Friday, May 31, 19 | |||
Monday, June 10, 19 | Friday, June 14, 19 | Monday, June 8, 20 | Friday, June 12, 20 | |
Monday, June 24, 19 | Friday, June 28, 19 | Monday, June 22, 20 | Friday, June 26, 20 | |
Monday, July 8, 19 | Friday, July 12, 19 | Monday, July 6, 20 | Friday, July 10, 20 | |
Monday, July 22, 19 | Friday, July 26, 19 | Monday, July 20, 20 | Friday, July 24, 20 | |
Monday, August 5, 19 | Friday, August 9, 19 | Monday, August 3, 20 | Friday, August 7, 20 | |
Monday, August 19, 19 | Friday, August 23, 19 | Monday, August 17, 20 | Friday, August 21, 20 | |
Monday, September 2, 19 | Friday, September 6, 19 | Monday, August 31, 20 | Friday, September 4, 20 | |
Monday, September 16, 19 | Friday, September 20, 19 | Monday, September 14, 20 | Friday, September 18, 20 | |
Monday, September 30, 19 | Friday, October 4, 19 | Monday, September 28, 20 | Friday, October 2, 20 | |
Saturday, October 14, 17 | Friday, October 18, 19 | Monday, October 12, 20 | Friday, October 16, 20 | |
Monday, October 28, 19 | Friday, November 1, 19 | Monday, October 26, 20 | Friday, October 30, 20 | |
Monday, November 11, 19 | Friday, November 15, 19 | Monday, November 9, 20 | Friday, November 13, 20 | |
Monday, November 25, 19 | Friday, November 29, 19 | Monday, November 23, 20 | Friday, November 27, 20 | |
Monday, December 9, 19 | Friday, December 13, 19 | Monday, December 7, 20 | Friday, December 11, 20 | |
Monday, December 23, 19 | Friday, December 27, 19 | Monday, December 21, 20 | Friday, December 25, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Luxury Boutique Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Luxury Boutique Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour, Bartolome, Santiago.
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Santa Fe land iguana, Galapagos land iguana, Marine iguanas, Blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, Greater frigates, Magnificent frigates, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Hybrid iguana, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Greater flamingos, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Saturday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Sunday: Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise and we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
AM: Santa Fe Island
PM: South Plaza Island
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
AM: North Seymour Island
PM: Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
AM: Bartolome Island
PM: Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Luxury Boutique Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Saturday– Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Sunday- Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation and conservation. Late afternoon we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Santa Fe Island: A stunning anchorage provides our jumping-off point for our visit to this sandy white beach with many sea lion harems. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed. The endemic land iguana, unique to this island, may be spotted during the walk. Snorkeling and swimming from the beach, kayaking or a ride in our glass-bottom boat.
South Plaza Island: The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast brilliantly with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline, while a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as groundcover for a grove of luminescent green prickly-pear cactus beyond, populated by yellow-gray land iguanas.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
North Seymour Island: The morning starts with an enjoyable walk along the coast and the interior of this island, observing numerous bird colonies as well as sea lions and marine iguanas. There are opportunities for snorkeling, coastal exploration or glass-bottom boat for great views of the underwater world.
Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island): After WWII, US military barges were beached and abandoned here. Today it is an important nesting area for the east Pacific green sea turtle. Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is a glorious white beach, with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons are the feeding grounds of various wading birds, from stilts to flamingos. We can swim and/or snorkel from the beach.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
This morning, a Galapagos icon awaits for us: Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort! Following the walk, we take the dinghies for a ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock.
Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island): After lunch, we get on board the inflatable dinghies to land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach great for swimming, and with a trail over a lava field that flowed here less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galapagos.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | |
Monday, January 7, 19 | Friday, January 11, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Friday, January 10, 20 | |
Monday, January 21, 19 | Friday, January 25, 19 | Monday, January 20, 20 | Friday, January 24, 20 | |
Monday, February 4, 19 | Friday, February 8, 19 | Monday, February 3, 20 | Friday, February 7, 20 | |
Monday, February 18, 19 | Friday, February 22, 19 | Monday, February 17, 20 | Friday, February 21, 20 | |
Monday, March 4, 19 | Friday, March 8, 19 | Monday, March 2, 20 | Friday, March 6, 20 | |
Monday, March 18, 19 | Friday, March 22, 19 | Monday, March 16, 20 | Friday, March 20, 20 | |
Monday, April 1, 19 | Friday, April 5, 19 | Monday, March 30, 20 | Friday, April 3, 20 | |
Monday, April 15, 19 | Friday, April 19, 19 | Monday, April 13, 20 | Friday, April 17, 20 | |
Monday, April 29, 19 | Friday, May 3, 19 | Monday, April 27, 20 | Friday, May 1, 20 | |
Monday, May 13, 19 | Friday, May 17, 19 | |||
Monday, May 27, 19 | Friday, May 31, 19 | |||
Monday, June 10, 19 | Friday, June 14, 19 | Monday, June 8, 20 | Friday, June 12, 20 | |
Monday, June 24, 19 | Friday, June 28, 19 | Monday, June 22, 20 | Friday, June 26, 20 | |
Monday, July 8, 19 | Friday, July 12, 19 | Monday, July 6, 20 | Friday, July 10, 20 | |
Monday, July 22, 19 | Friday, July 26, 19 | Monday, July 20, 20 | Friday, July 24, 20 | |
Monday, August 5, 19 | Friday, August 9, 19 | Monday, August 3, 20 | Friday, August 7, 20 | |
Monday, August 19, 19 | Friday, August 23, 19 | Monday, August 17, 20 | Friday, August 21, 20 | |
Monday, September 2, 19 | Friday, September 6, 19 | Monday, August 31, 20 | Friday, September 4, 20 | |
Monday, September 16, 19 | Friday, September 20, 19 | Monday, September 14, 20 | Friday, September 18, 20 | |
Monday, September 30, 19 | Friday, October 4, 19 | Monday, September 28, 20 | Friday, October 2, 20 | |
Saturday, October 14, 17 | Friday, October 18, 19 | Monday, October 12, 20 | Friday, October 16, 20 | |
Monday, October 28, 19 | Friday, November 1, 19 | Monday, October 26, 20 | Friday, October 30, 20 | |
Monday, November 11, 19 | Friday, November 15, 19 | Monday, November 9, 20 | Friday, November 13, 20 | |
Monday, November 25, 19 | Friday, November 29, 19 | Monday, November 23, 20 | Friday, November 27, 20 | |
Monday, December 9, 19 | Friday, December 13, 19 | Monday, December 7, 20 | Friday, December 11, 20 | |
Monday, December 23, 19 | Friday, December 27, 19 | Monday, December 21, 20 | Friday, December 25, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, North Seymour, Bartolome, Santiago.
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Santa Fe land iguana, Galapagos land iguana, Marine iguanas, Blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, Greater frigates, Magnificent frigates, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Hybrid iguana, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Greater flamingos, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Friday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Saturday – Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Sunday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago, Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos), Vegetable Market, Miguel Andrango’s Workshop, Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 4: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise and we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
AM: Santa Fe Island
PM: South Plaza Island
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
AM: North Seymour Island
PM: Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
AM: Bartolome Island
PM: Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tours of Quito and Middle of the World and full day tour of Otavalo with lunch.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Central Islands Itinerary – Monday to Friday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Friday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Saturday – Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Sunday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago – A warm and inviting touristic rest stop that offers unparalleled views of the San Pablo Lake and the imposing Imbabura Volcano. Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos) – The history of the Otavalo Market, also known as the Plaza de los Ponchos (Poncho Plaza), goes all the way back to the 16th century, when the indigenous merchants played a crucial role as traders and travelling salesmen. Vegetable Market – The city of Otavalo is known for its myriad markets that fill it with life and movement. Miguel Andrango’s Workshop – The traditional waistband loom dates back to the XVII century, to the times of the Spanish colonization. Visit artisan Miguel Andrango’s workshop for a closer look into the process of producing these intricate textiles that the master weaves with apparent ease. Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop – While in the small community of Peguche, known for its healing waterfalls and long musical tradition, visitors will have the chance to visit the Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury room
DAY 4: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation and conservation. Late afternoon we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Santa Fe Island: A stunning anchorage provides our jumping-off point for our visit to this sandy white beach with many sea lion harems. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed. The endemic land iguana, unique to this island, may be spotted during the walk. Snorkeling and swimming from the beach, kayaking or a ride in our glass-bottom boat.
South Plaza Island: The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast brilliantly with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline, while a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as groundcover for a grove of luminescent green prickly-pear cactus beyond, populated by yellow-gray land iguanas.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
North Seymour Island: The morning starts with an enjoyable walk along the coast and the interior of this island, observing numerous bird colonies as well as sea lions and marine iguanas. There are opportunities for snorkeling, coastal exploration or glass-bottom boat for great views of the underwater world.
Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island): After WWII, US military barges were beached and abandoned here. Today it is an important nesting area for the east Pacific green sea turtle. Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is a glorious white beach, with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons are the feeding grounds of various wading birds, from stilts to flamingos. We can swim and/or snorkel from the beach.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
This morning, a Galapagos icon awaits for us: Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort! Following the walk, we take the dinghies for a ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock.
Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island): After lunch, we get on board the inflatable dinghies to land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach great for swimming, and with a trail over a lava field that flowed here less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galapagos.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tours of Quito and Middle of the World and full day tour of Otavalo with lunch.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | CENTRAL ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – MONDAY TO FRIDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | BALTRA | |
Monday, January 7, 19 | Friday, January 11, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Friday, January 10, 20 | |
Monday, January 21, 19 | Friday, January 25, 19 | Monday, January 20, 20 | Friday, January 24, 20 | |
Monday, February 4, 19 | Friday, February 8, 19 | Monday, February 3, 20 | Friday, February 7, 20 | |
Monday, February 18, 19 | Friday, February 22, 19 | Monday, February 17, 20 | Friday, February 21, 20 | |
Monday, March 4, 19 | Friday, March 8, 19 | Monday, March 2, 20 | Friday, March 6, 20 | |
Monday, March 18, 19 | Friday, March 22, 19 | Monday, March 16, 20 | Friday, March 20, 20 | |
Monday, April 1, 19 | Friday, April 5, 19 | Monday, March 30, 20 | Friday, April 3, 20 | |
Monday, April 15, 19 | Friday, April 19, 19 | Monday, April 13, 20 | Friday, April 17, 20 | |
Monday, April 29, 19 | Friday, May 3, 19 | Monday, April 27, 20 | Friday, May 1, 20 | |
Monday, May 13, 19 | Friday, May 17, 19 | |||
Monday, May 27, 19 | Friday, May 31, 19 | |||
Monday, June 10, 19 | Friday, June 14, 19 | Monday, June 8, 20 | Friday, June 12, 20 | |
Monday, June 24, 19 | Friday, June 28, 19 | Monday, June 22, 20 | Friday, June 26, 20 | |
Monday, July 8, 19 | Friday, July 12, 19 | Monday, July 6, 20 | Friday, July 10, 20 | |
Monday, July 22, 19 | Friday, July 26, 19 | Monday, July 20, 20 | Friday, July 24, 20 | |
Monday, August 5, 19 | Friday, August 9, 19 | Monday, August 3, 20 | Friday, August 7, 20 | |
Monday, August 19, 19 | Friday, August 23, 19 | Monday, August 17, 20 | Friday, August 21, 20 | |
Monday, September 2, 19 | Friday, September 6, 19 | Monday, August 31, 20 | Friday, September 4, 20 | |
Monday, September 16, 19 | Friday, September 20, 19 | Monday, September 14, 20 | Friday, September 18, 20 | |
Monday, September 30, 19 | Friday, October 4, 19 | Monday, September 28, 20 | Friday, October 2, 20 | |
Saturday, October 14, 17 | Friday, October 18, 19 | Monday, October 12, 20 | Friday, October 16, 20 | |
Monday, October 28, 19 | Friday, November 1, 19 | Monday, October 26, 20 | Friday, October 30, 20 | |
Monday, November 11, 19 | Friday, November 15, 19 | Monday, November 9, 20 | Friday, November 13, 20 | |
Monday, November 25, 19 | Friday, November 29, 19 | Monday, November 23, 20 | Friday, November 27, 20 | |
Monday, December 9, 19 | Friday, December 13, 19 | Monday, December 7, 20 | Friday, December 11, 20 | |
Monday, December 23, 19 | Friday, December 27, 19 | Monday, December 21, 20 | Friday, December 25, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-103C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tours of Quito and Middle of the World and full day tour of Otavalo with lunch.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Champion Islet, Española and San Cristobal
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, great and magnificent Frigate birds, Galapagos albatross (April to December), American Flamingo, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Española mockingbirds, Floreana Mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava gulls and Lava (striated)
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Thursday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Friday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Airport – Santa Cruz Island)
We arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch.
PM: Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
We visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise pens. Late afternoon stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island
PM: Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Suarez (Española Island)
PM: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Monday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
PM: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Tuesday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal- Chatham Island): After breakfast, we depart to the pier and the airport for Your flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or your next destination.
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Six Days / Five Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Sunday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Monday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Island
We arrive at Baltra Airport and then we take you to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch, and then continue to Puerto Ayora.
Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island): After driving down from the highlands, we visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation and conservation. Late afternoon we stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora before embarking. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Tuesday – Galapagos Islands
Santa Fe and South Plaza Islands
Santa Fe Island: A stunning anchorage provides our jumping-off point for our visit to this sandy white beach with many sea lion harems. Galapagos hawks are often easily observed. The endemic land iguana, unique to this island, may be spotted during the walk. Snorkeling and swimming from the beach, kayaking or a ride in our glass-bottom boat.
South Plaza Island: The turquoise waters of the channel here contrast brilliantly with the white sand and black lava of the shoreline, while a carpet of scarlet sesuvium succulents serves as groundcover for a grove of luminescent green prickly-pear cactus beyond, populated by yellow-gray land iguanas.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
North Seymour and Santa Cruz Islands
North Seymour Island: The morning starts with an enjoyable walk along the coast and the interior of this island, observing numerous bird colonies as well as sea lions and marine iguanas. There are opportunities for snorkeling, coastal exploration or glass-bottom boat for great views of the underwater world.
Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island): After WWII, US military barges were beached and abandoned here. Today it is an important nesting area for the east Pacific green sea turtle. Located on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is a glorious white beach, with several brackish lagoons only a few steps away from the sea. These lagoons are the feeding grounds of various wading birds, from stilts to flamingos. We can swim and/or snorkel from the beach.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Bartolome and Santiago Islands
This morning, a Galapagos icon awaits for us: Bartolome Island. A great way to start the day, with a steep climb up a wooden staircase: the view from the top is worth the effort! Following the walk, we take the dinghies for a ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock.
Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island): After lunch, we get on board the inflatable dinghies to land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago, a white coral sand beach great for swimming, and with a trail over a lava field that flowed here less than 100 years ago. This is the perfect place to see and feel the volcanic origin of Galapagos.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Friday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Baltra Island: After breakfast, we leave for the airport to take the flight back to Quito or Guayaquil and your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | |
Friday, January 11, 19 | Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Friday, January 10, 20 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | |
Friday, January 25, 19 | Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Friday, January 24, 20 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | |
Friday, February 8, 19 | Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Friday, February 7, 20 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | |
Friday, February 22, 19 | Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Friday, February 21, 20 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | |
Friday, March 8, 19 | Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Friday, March 6, 20 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | |
Friday, March 22, 19 | Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Friday, March 20, 20 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | |
Friday, April 5, 19 | Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Friday, April 3, 20 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | |
Friday, April 19, 19 | Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Friday, April 17, 20 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | |
Friday, May 3, 19 | Tuesday, May 7, 19 | |||
Friday, May 17, 19 | Tuesday, May 21, 19 | |||
Friday, May 31, 19 | Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Friday, May 29, 20 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | |
Friday, June 14, 19 | Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Friday, June 12, 20 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | |
Friday, June 28, 19 | Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Friday, June 26, 20 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | |
Friday, July 12, 19 | Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Friday, July 10, 20 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | |
Friday, July 26, 19 | Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Friday, July 24, 20 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | |
Friday, August 9, 19 | Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Friday, August 7, 20 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | |
Friday, August 23, 19 | Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Friday, August 21, 20 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | |
Friday, September 6, 19 | Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Friday, September 4, 20 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | |
Friday, September 20, 19 | Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Friday, September 18, 20 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | |
Friday, October 4, 19 | Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Friday, October 2, 20 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | |
Friday, October 18, 19 | Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Friday, October 16, 20 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | |
Friday, November 1, 19 | Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Friday, October 30, 20 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | |
Friday, November 15, 19 | Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Friday, November 13, 20 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | |
Friday, November 29, 19 | Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Friday, November 27, 20 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | |
Friday, December 13, 19 | Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Friday, December 11, 20 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | |
Friday, December 27, 19 | Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Friday, December 25, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,049 | $ 3,997 | $ 3,970 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Champion Islet, Española and San Cristobal
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, great and magnificent Frigate birds, Galapagos albatross (April to December), American Flamingo, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Española mockingbirds, Floreana Mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava gulls and Lava (striated)
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Wednesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Thursday: Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Friday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Airport – Santa Cruz Island)
We arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch.
PM: Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
We visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise pens. Late afternoon stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island
PM: Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Suarez (Española Island)
PM: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Monday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
PM: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Tuesday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal- Chatham Island): After breakfast, we depart to the pier and the airport for Your flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or your next destination.
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Seven Days / Six Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Wednesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Thursday- Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Friday – Arrival in Galapagos Islands
Baltra Airport – Santa Cruz Island)
We arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch.
Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
We visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise pens within an impressive giant prickly-pear cactus forest home to many land birds. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation, conservation and the National Park administration. Late afternoon stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island): After breakfast, we land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel that has been serving as a post office in the archipelago for over two centuries. Snorkeling off the beach.
Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island): Our visit to Punta Cormorant takes in an olivine-crystal beach for an easy walk by a brackish water lagoon where bird species like American flamingos may be observed. On the other side of the island, we come to a white-sand beach where sea turtles come out at night to nest. We can usually snorkel at the “Champion Islet” site, ride along the coast in the inflatable dinghies (pangas) or observe the underwater world from the comfort of our glass-bottom boat.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Suarez (Española Island)
Our morning outing at Punta Suarez provides an exciting walk on lava/boulder terrain to visit its unique sea bird colonies, including the Galapagos albatross, boobies, swallow-tail gulls, and the famous “blowhole”. Also, look for multi-colored (red, green and black) marine iguanas.
Gardner Bay (Española Island): In the afternoon, we set down at this beautiful, white coral beach for a short walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, finches or enjoy the beach. There is great snorkeling in this area, or else there’s time to kayak, inflatable dinghy-ride or ride the glass-bottom boat.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Monday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island): In the morning, we land on the eastern tip of the island. The trail that ascends from the beach provides spectacular views of the shoreline and is the only site in the Galapagos where the three species of boobies can be found together, as well as the two frigate species, plus a colony of bachelor sea lions. After the walk, if conditions are favourable, there is a chance to swim, kayak or snorkel from the beach or an inflatable dinghy ride.
Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island): In the afternoon following lunch on board, a dinghy ride along the shores of tuff-stone layers takes us to Cerro Brujo’s expansive, white coraline beach, great for walking, with rewarding birdwatching including good views of seabirds and shore birds.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Tuesday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal- Chatham Island): After breakfast, we depart to the pier and the airport for Your flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or your next destination.
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | |
Friday, January 11, 19 | Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Friday, January 10, 20 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | |
Friday, January 25, 19 | Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Friday, January 24, 20 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | |
Friday, February 8, 19 | Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Friday, February 7, 20 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | |
Friday, February 22, 19 | Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Friday, February 21, 20 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | |
Friday, March 8, 19 | Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Friday, March 6, 20 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | |
Friday, March 22, 19 | Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Friday, March 20, 20 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | |
Friday, April 5, 19 | Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Friday, April 3, 20 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | |
Friday, April 19, 19 | Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Friday, April 17, 20 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | |
Friday, May 3, 19 | Tuesday, May 7, 19 | |||
Friday, May 17, 19 | Tuesday, May 21, 19 | |||
Friday, May 31, 19 | Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Friday, May 29, 20 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | |
Friday, June 14, 19 | Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Friday, June 12, 20 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | |
Friday, June 28, 19 | Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Friday, June 26, 20 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | |
Friday, July 12, 19 | Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Friday, July 10, 20 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | |
Friday, July 26, 19 | Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Friday, July 24, 20 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | |
Friday, August 9, 19 | Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Friday, August 7, 20 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | |
Friday, August 23, 19 | Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Friday, August 21, 20 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | |
Friday, September 6, 19 | Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Friday, September 4, 20 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | |
Friday, September 20, 19 | Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Friday, September 18, 20 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | |
Friday, October 4, 19 | Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Friday, October 2, 20 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | |
Friday, October 18, 19 | Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Friday, October 16, 20 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | |
Friday, November 1, 19 | Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Friday, October 30, 20 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | |
Friday, November 15, 19 | Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Friday, November 13, 20 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | |
Friday, November 29, 19 | Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Friday, November 27, 20 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | |
Friday, December 13, 19 | Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Friday, December 11, 20 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | |
Friday, December 27, 19 | Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Friday, December 25, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,428 | $ 4,347 | $ 4,310 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore Baltra, Santa Cruz, Floreana, Champion Islet, Española and San Cristobal
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, great and magnificent Frigate birds, Galapagos albatross (April to December), American Flamingo, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Española mockingbirds, Floreana Mockingbirds, Darwin finches, Brown pelicans, Swallow-tailed gulls, Lava gulls and Lava (striated)
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Tuesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Wednesday: Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Thursday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago, Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos), Vegetable Market, Miguel Andrango’s Workshop, Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 4: Friday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Baltra Airport – Santa Cruz Island)
We arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch.
PM: Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
We visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise pens. Late afternoon stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island
PM: Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Suarez (Española Island)
PM: Gardner Bay (Española Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Monday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island)
PM: Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8 Tuesday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal- Chatham Island): After breakfast, we depart to the pier and the airport for Your flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or your next destination.
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World. Private full day tour of Otavalo with lunch
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Five Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Southern Islands Itinerary – Friday to Tuesday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Tuesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Wednesday- Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Thursday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago – A warm and inviting touristic rest stop that offers unparalleled views of the San Pablo Lake and the imposing Imbabura Volcano. Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos) – The history of the Otavalo Market, also known as the Plaza de los Ponchos (Poncho Plaza), goes all the way back to the 16th century, when the indigenous merchants played a crucial role as traders and travelling salesmen. Vegetable Market – The city of Otavalo is known for its myriad markets that fill it with life and movement. Miguel Andrango’s Workshop – The traditional waistband loom dates back to the XVII century, to the times of the Spanish colonization. Visit artisan Miguel Andrango’s workshop for a closer look into the process of producing these intricate textiles that the master weaves with apparent ease. Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop – While in the small community of Peguche, known for its healing waterfalls and long musical tradition, visitors will have the chance to visit the Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury room
DAY 4: Friday – Arrival in Galapagos Islands
Baltra Airport – Santa Cruz Island)
We arrive at Baltra Airport and transfer to the Itabaca Channel to take a ferry across to Santa Cruz Island. A 30-minute bus ride takes us to a restaurant in the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island to enjoy lunch.
Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
We visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the giant tortoise pens within an impressive giant prickly-pear cactus forest home to many land birds. The campus houses the islands’ headquarters of scientific investigation, conservation and the National Park administration. Late afternoon stroll along the main street of Puerto Ayora. Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
Post Office Bay & Baroness Cove (Floreana Island): After breakfast, we land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel that has been serving as a post office in the archipelago for over two centuries. Snorkeling off the beach.
Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island): Our visit to Punta Cormorant takes in an olivine-crystal beach for an easy walk by a brackish water lagoon where bird species like American flamingos may be observed. On the other side of the island, we come to a white-sand beach where sea turtles come out at night to nest. We can usually snorkel at the “Champion Islet” site, ride along the coast in the inflatable dinghies (pangas) or observe the underwater world from the comfort of our glass-bottom boat.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Suarez (Española Island)
Our morning outing at Punta Suarez provides an exciting walk on lava/boulder terrain to visit its unique sea bird colonies, including the Galapagos albatross, boobies, swallow-tail gulls, and the famous “blowhole”. Also, look for multi-colored (red, green and black) marine iguanas.
Gardner Bay (Española Island): In the afternoon, we set down at this beautiful, white coral beach for a short walk to observe the sea lions, mockingbirds, finches or enjoy the beach. There is great snorkeling in this area, or else there’s time to kayak, inflatable dinghy-ride or ride the glass-bottom boat.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Monday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Pitt (San Cristobal Island): In the morning, we land on the eastern tip of the island. The trail that ascends from the beach provides spectacular views of the shoreline and is the only site in the Galapagos where the three species of boobies can be found together, as well as the two frigate species, plus a colony of bachelor sea lions. After the walk, if conditions are favourable, there is a chance to swim, kayak or snorkel from the beach or an inflatable dinghy ride.
Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal Island): In the afternoon following lunch on board, a dinghy ride along the shores of tuff-stone layers takes us to Cerro Brujo’s expansive, white coraline beach, great for walking, with rewarding birdwatching including good views of seabirds and shore birds.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Tuesday – Depart Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal- Chatham Island): After breakfast, we depart to the pier and the airport for Your flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or your next destination.
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World. Private full day tour of Otavalo with lunch
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | SOUTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – FRIDAY TO TUESDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | |
Friday, January 11, 19 | Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Friday, January 10, 20 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | |
Friday, January 25, 19 | Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Friday, January 24, 20 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | |
Friday, February 8, 19 | Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Friday, February 7, 20 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | |
Friday, February 22, 19 | Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Friday, February 21, 20 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | |
Friday, March 8, 19 | Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Friday, March 6, 20 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | |
Friday, March 22, 19 | Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Friday, March 20, 20 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | |
Friday, April 5, 19 | Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Friday, April 3, 20 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | |
Friday, April 19, 19 | Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Friday, April 17, 20 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | |
Friday, May 3, 19 | Tuesday, May 7, 19 | |||
Friday, May 17, 19 | Tuesday, May 21, 19 | |||
Friday, May 31, 19 | Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Friday, May 29, 20 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | |
Friday, June 14, 19 | Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Friday, June 12, 20 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | |
Friday, June 28, 19 | Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Friday, June 26, 20 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | |
Friday, July 12, 19 | Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Friday, July 10, 20 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | |
Friday, July 26, 19 | Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Friday, July 24, 20 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | |
Friday, August 9, 19 | Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Friday, August 7, 20 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | |
Friday, August 23, 19 | Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Friday, August 21, 20 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | |
Friday, September 6, 19 | Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Friday, September 4, 20 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | |
Friday, September 20, 19 | Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Friday, September 18, 20 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | |
Friday, October 4, 19 | Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Friday, October 2, 20 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | |
Friday, October 18, 19 | Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Friday, October 16, 20 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | |
Friday, November 1, 19 | Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Friday, October 30, 20 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | |
Friday, November 15, 19 | Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Friday, November 13, 20 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | |
Friday, November 29, 19 | Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Friday, November 27, 20 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | |
Friday, December 13, 19 | Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Friday, December 11, 20 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | |
Friday, December 27, 19 | Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Friday, December 25, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-104C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 4,867 | $ 4,745 | $ 4,686 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel. Private tour of Quito and Middle of the World. Private full day tour of Otavalo with lunch
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore San Cristobal, Genovesa, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela, Rabida, Santa Cruz, Baltra.
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Galapagos land iguanas, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, American flamingos, greater and magnificent frigate birds, flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Darwin finches, short-eared owls, brown pelicans, swallow-tailed gulls, lava gulls, lava (striated) herons, Galapagos martins.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Monday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Tuesday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island)
PM: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
PM: Puerto Egas (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Friday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
PM: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
PM: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
PM: Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 5,745 | $ 5,693 | $ 5,666 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Two Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Eight Days / Seven Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Monday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Tuesday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 3: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island): Overnight, we navigate northbound to the incredible bird island, Genovesa. The morning starts with an inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs of this dramatic island, followed by landing with a steep climb (90 feet) up some stairs to reach a flat plateau. We can observe large colonies of Nazca boobies, red footed boobies, great frigate birds and storm petrels. Those not wishing to disembark can enjoy a longer inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs (depending on weather conditions). Snorkeling and kayaking.
Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island): We land at the beach for an easy stroll observing hundreds of birds, mainly frigate birds, red footed and Nazca boobies, gulls, herons, finches and mockingbirds.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
After breakfast, we enjoy a coastal exploration along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer’s Cove. The cove is home to a large number of marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as the “Elephant Rock”, “The Bishop” and an impressive natural cave. This is a great site for snorkeling too or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island): This is a great opportunity to see land and marine birds amid a landscape of tuff-stone layers and lava flows. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds and we can also observe a colony of fur seals.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Friday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
We visit the youngest island of the archipelago, Fernandina. Punta Espinoza has an amazing combination of barrenness and abundant wildlife. Highlights include hawks, penguins and the flightless cormorant.
Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Across the narrow Bolívar Channel, we anchor at this cove on the northwest of Isabela. It provided a favorite anchorage for pirates and whalers over the centuries. An uphill hike takes guests to the rim of Darwin Crater, filled with salt water and to a dramatic viewpoint. After our walk, swimming, kayaking or snorkeling.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
Urbina Bay (Isabela Island): After breakfast we disembark at Urbina Bay. Here you can find corals, shells and many other calcareous organisms exposed above water. This area is also home to large and very colorful Galapagos land iguanas. Along the shoreline, after the hike, guests may encounter flightless cormorants and see penguins while snorkeling.
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Since there is no landing site at this location, the coastal exploration is by dinghy. There is abundant wildlife and, depending on the conditions of the ocean, we’ll be able to snorkel along the cliffs, hopefully in the company of green sea turtles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
We disembark at Rabida Island’s red-colored beach. A stroll allows us to observe a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin’s finches. This is a great place to snorkel from the beach, take an inflatable dinghy ride, kayak or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
The north shore of Santa Cruz hosts Cerro Dragon. Our walk includes circling a brackish water lagoon frequented by lagoon birds, while further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or to your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 5,745 | $ 5,693 | $ 5,666 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | |
Tuesday, January 1, 19 | Monday, January 7, 19 | |||
Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Monday, January 21, 19 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | Monday, January 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Monday, February 4, 19 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | Monday, February 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Monday, February 18, 19 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | Monday, February 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Monday, March 4, 19 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | Monday, March 2, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Monday, March 18, 19 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | Monday, March 16, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Monday, April 1, 19 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | Monday, March 30, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Monday, April 15, 19 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | Monday, April 13, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Monday, April 29, 19 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | Monday, April 27, 20 | |
Tuesday, May 7, 19 | Monday, May 13, 19 | |||
Tuesday, May 21, 19 | Monday, May 27, 19 | |||
Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Monday, June 10, 19 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | Monday, June 8, 20 | |
Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Monday, June 24, 19 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | Monday, June 22, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Monday, July 8, 19 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | Monday, July 6, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Monday, July 22, 19 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | Monday, July 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Monday, August 5, 19 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | Monday, August 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Monday, August 19, 19 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | Monday, August 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Monday, September 2, 19 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | Monday, August 31, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Monday, September 16, 19 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | Monday, September 14, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Monday, September 30, 19 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | Monday, September 28, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Saturday, October 14, 17 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | Monday, October 12, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Monday, October 28, 19 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | Monday, October 26, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Monday, November 11, 19 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | Monday, November 9, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Monday, November 25, 19 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | Monday, November 23, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Monday, December 9, 19 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | Monday, December 7, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Monday, December 23, 19 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | Monday, December 21, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 | Monday, January 4, 21 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105A – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 5,745 | $ 5,693 | $ 5,666 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
One night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Nine Days / Eight Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Nine Days / Eight Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore San Cristobal, Genovesa, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela, Rabida, Santa Cruz, Baltra.
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Galapagos land iguanas, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, American flamingos, greater and magnificent frigate birds, flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Darwin finches, short-eared owls, brown pelicans, swallow-tailed gulls, lava gulls, lava (striated) herons, Galapagos martins.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Wednesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Thursday: Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Tuesday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island)
PM: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
PM: Puerto Egas (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Friday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
PM: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
PM: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
PM: Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 9: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or to your next destination
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,124.00 | $ 6,043 | $ 6,006 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Three Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury – Private tour of Quito & Middle of the World
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Nine Days / Eight Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Wednesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Thursday- Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Tuesday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 4: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island): Overnight, we navigate northbound to the incredible bird island, Genovesa. The morning starts with an inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs of this dramatic island, followed by landing with a steep climb (90 feet) up some stairs to reach a flat plateau. We can observe large colonies of Nazca boobies, red footed boobies, great frigate birds and storm petrels. Those not wishing to disembark can enjoy a longer inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs (depending on weather conditions). Snorkeling and kayaking.
Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island): We land at the beach for an easy stroll observing hundreds of birds, mainly frigate birds, red footed and Nazca boobies, gulls, herons, finches and mockingbirds.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
After breakfast, we enjoy a coastal exploration along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer’s Cove. The cove is home to a large number of marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as the “Elephant Rock”, “The Bishop” and an impressive natural cave. This is a great site for snorkeling too or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island): This is a great opportunity to see land and marine birds amid a landscape of tuff-stone layers and lava flows. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds and we can also observe a colony of fur seals.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Friday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
We visit the youngest island of the archipelago, Fernandina. Punta Espinoza has an amazing combination of barrenness and abundant wildlife. Highlights include hawks, penguins and the flightless cormorant.
Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Across the narrow Bolívar Channel, we anchor at this cove on the northwest of Isabela. It provided a favorite anchorage for pirates and whalers over the centuries. An uphill hike takes guests to the rim of Darwin Crater, filled with salt water and to a dramatic viewpoint. After our walk, swimming, kayaking or snorkeling.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
Urbina Bay (Isabela Island): After breakfast we disembark at Urbina Bay. Here you can find corals, shells and many other calcareous organisms exposed above water. This area is also home to large and very colorful Galapagos land iguanas. Along the shoreline, after the hike, guests may encounter flightless cormorants and see penguins while snorkeling.
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Since there is no landing site at this location, the coastal exploration is by dinghy. There is abundant wildlife and, depending on the conditions of the ocean, we’ll be able to snorkel along the cliffs, hopefully in the company of green sea turtles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
We disembark at Rabida Island’s red-colored beach. A stroll allows us to observe a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin’s finches. This is a great place to snorkel from the beach, take an inflatable dinghy ride, kayak or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
The north shore of Santa Cruz hosts Cerro Dragon. Our walk includes circling a brackish water lagoon frequented by lagoon birds, while further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 9: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or to your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,124.00 | $ 6,043 | $ 6,006 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | |
Tuesday, January 1, 19 | Monday, January 7, 19 | |||
Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Monday, January 21, 19 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | Monday, January 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Monday, February 4, 19 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | Monday, February 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Monday, February 18, 19 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | Monday, February 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Monday, March 4, 19 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | Monday, March 2, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Monday, March 18, 19 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | Monday, March 16, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Monday, April 1, 19 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | Monday, March 30, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Monday, April 15, 19 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | Monday, April 13, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Monday, April 29, 19 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | Monday, April 27, 20 | |
Tuesday, May 7, 19 | Monday, May 13, 19 | |||
Tuesday, May 21, 19 | Monday, May 27, 19 | |||
Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Monday, June 10, 19 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | Monday, June 8, 20 | |
Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Monday, June 24, 19 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | Monday, June 22, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Monday, July 8, 19 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | Monday, July 6, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Monday, July 22, 19 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | Monday, July 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Monday, August 5, 19 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | Monday, August 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Monday, August 19, 19 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | Monday, August 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Monday, September 2, 19 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | Monday, August 31, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Monday, September 16, 19 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | Monday, September 14, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Monday, September 30, 19 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | Monday, September 28, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Saturday, October 14, 17 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | Monday, October 12, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Monday, October 28, 19 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | Monday, October 26, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Monday, November 11, 19 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | Monday, November 9, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Monday, November 25, 19 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | Monday, November 23, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Monday, December 9, 19 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | Monday, December 7, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Monday, December 23, 19 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | Monday, December 21, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 | Monday, January 4, 21 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105B – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,124.00 | $ 6,043 | $ 6,006 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Two night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Ten Days / Nine Nights Tour Program
HIGHLIGHTS
A snapshot of islands to be visited and the highlights and iconic fauna and flora species of each island.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY:
Detailed information on activities and visits to each island and applicable cruise rates
CRUISE DATES:
A complete listing of all of the dates that the Eastern Islands cruise itinerary will be operating.
OPTIONAL TOURS:
A sample of tours offered in Quito and surroundings o be offered in combination with this cruise. In addition, we can tailor additional Pre and Post cruise tours to adjust to your clients’ interests
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Ten Days / Nine Nights Tour Program
ISLANDS
Explore San Cristobal, Genovesa, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela, Rabida, Santa Cruz, Baltra.
ICONIC SPECIES
Galapagos sea lion, Galapagos fur seal, Giant tortoises, Galapagos land iguanas, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, American flamingos, greater and magnificent frigate birds, flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, Galapagos hawks, Galapagos doves, Galapagos mockingbirds, San Cristobal mockingbirds, Darwin finches, short-eared owls, brown pelicans, swallow-tailed gulls, lava gulls, lava (striated) herons, Galapagos martins.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Tuesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Wednesday: Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent,, La Compañia de Jesus Church, Independence Square (Main Square), San Francisco Plaza & Middle of the World including the Ethnographic Museum.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Thursday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago, Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos), Vegetable Market, Miguel Andrango’s Workshop, Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 4: Friday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island)
PM: Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
PM: Puerto Egas (Santiago Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Friday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
PM: Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
PM: Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 9: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
AM: Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
PM: Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 10: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or to your next destination
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,563 | $ 6,441 | $ 6,382 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Four Days Quito – Hotel Casa Gangotena – Private Quito City Tour & Full Day Otavalo with lunch
Seven Day Galapagos Cruise – M/Y Isabela II – Northern Islands Itinerary – Tuesday to Monday
Ten Days / Nine Nights Tour Program
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Wednesday – Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel in Quito
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 2: Thursday- Quito
Quito and Surroundings Cultural: Private Day Tour Quito & Middle of the World
Visits to: San Francisco Church & Convent – Recognized as one of the largest architectural structures within a historic center in the Americas, the San Francisco Church and Convent earned the nickname of “El Escorial” of the New World. La Compañia de Jesus Church – A lustre of gold hits visitors well before they’ve even crossed the doorstep of the La Compañia Church, known also as South America’s Temple of Solomon. It’s the crown jewel of Quito’s historic center and one of the most important manifestations of baroque architecture in the world. Independence Square (Main Square) – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. San Francisco Plaza – Located in the Historic Centre, Independence Square – also known as the Main Square – was the starting point for the planning and development of the city. It consists of four structures that serve as the corners of Quito society: the Presidential Palace (Carondelet), the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral of Quito, and the Municipal Palace. Middle of the World including the ethnographic Museum – A trip to Ecuador wouldn’t be complete without a photo depicting one foot in the northern hemisphere and another in the southern hemisphere. Middle of the World City, located just 13.5 km (8.3 mi) north of Quito, stands to honor the Geodesic Mission that established latitude 0 in the 18th century. The central monument delineates the imaginary equatorial line and houses the Ethnographic Museum, which is filled with ethnographic and interactive exhibits about Ecuador.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury Room
DAY 3: Thursday – Quito
Northern Highlands Cultural – Otavalo Full Day with lunch
This tour includes visits to: Mira Lago – A warm and inviting touristic rest stop that offers unparalleled views of the San Pablo Lake and the imposing Imbabura Volcano. Otavalo Market (Plaza De Los Ponchos) – The history of the Otavalo Market, also known as the Plaza de los Ponchos (Poncho Plaza), goes all the way back to the 16th century, when the indigenous merchants played a crucial role as traders and travelling salesmen. Vegetable Market – The city of Otavalo is known for its myriad markets that fill it with life and movement. Miguel Andrango’s Workshop – The traditional waistband loom dates back to the XVII century, to the times of the Spanish colonization. Visit artisan Miguel Andrango’s workshop for a closer look into the process of producing these intricate textiles that the master weaves with apparent ease. Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop – While in the small community of Peguche, known for its healing waterfalls and long musical tradition, visitors will have the chance to visit the Ñanda Mañachi Andean Instruments Workshop.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Overnight accommodations Hotel Casa Gangotena – Luxury room
DAY 4: Tuesday – Quito / Galapagos Islands
Private transfer from hotel to airport for your flight to Galapagos.
Tuesday – Arrival Galapagos Islands
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (San Cristobal Island)
We land at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno’s airport and transfer to the dock. We check in, receive an introductory briefing and have lunch on board.
PM: Galapaguera Cerro Colorado (San Cristobal Island)
At Cerro Colorado, we visit the breeding center of the highly-endangered giant tortoises in the midst of a fantastic deciduous forest, home to dozens of bird species and the endemic San Cristobal lava lizard.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
DAY 5: Wednesday – Galapagos Islands
Prince Philip’s Steps (Tower/Genovesa Island): Overnight, we navigate northbound to the incredible bird island, Genovesa. The morning starts with an inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs of this dramatic island, followed by landing with a steep climb (90 feet) up some stairs to reach a flat plateau. We can observe large colonies of Nazca boobies, red footed boobies, great frigate birds and storm petrels. Those not wishing to disembark can enjoy a longer inflatable dinghy ride along the cliffs (depending on weather conditions). Snorkeling and kayaking.
Darwin Bay (Genovesa Island): We land at the beach for an easy stroll observing hundreds of birds, mainly frigate birds, red footed and Nazca boobies, gulls, herons, finches and mockingbirds.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 6: Thursday – Galapagos Islands
Buccaneer Cove (James/Santiago Island)
After breakfast, we enjoy a coastal exploration along the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer’s Cove. The cove is home to a large number of marine birds, sea lions, and inter-tidal organisms. Enjoy fantastic natural formations such as the “Elephant Rock”, “The Bishop” and an impressive natural cave. This is a great site for snorkeling too or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island): This is a great opportunity to see land and marine birds amid a landscape of tuff-stone layers and lava flows. At low tide, marine iguanas graze upon the algae beds and we can also observe a colony of fur seals.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7: Friday – Galapagos Islands
Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island)
We visit the youngest island of the archipelago, Fernandina. Punta Espinoza has an amazing combination of barrenness and abundant wildlife. Highlights include hawks, penguins and the flightless cormorant.
Tagus Cove (Isabela Island)
Across the narrow Bolívar Channel, we anchor at this cove on the northwest of Isabela. It provided a favorite anchorage for pirates and whalers over the centuries. An uphill hike takes guests to the rim of Darwin Crater, filled with salt water and to a dramatic viewpoint. After our walk, swimming, kayaking or snorkeling.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 8: Saturday – Galapagos Islands
Urbina Bay (Isabela Island): After breakfast we disembark at Urbina Bay. Here you can find corals, shells and many other calcareous organisms exposed above water. This area is also home to large and very colorful Galapagos land iguanas. Along the shoreline, after the hike, guests may encounter flightless cormorants and see penguins while snorkeling.
Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island)
Since there is no landing site at this location, the coastal exploration is by dinghy. There is abundant wildlife and, depending on the conditions of the ocean, we’ll be able to snorkel along the cliffs, hopefully in the company of green sea turtles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 9: Sunday – Galapagos Islands
Rabida Island (Jervis Island)
We disembark at Rabida Island’s red-colored beach. A stroll allows us to observe a large colony of sea lions, marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers and several species of Darwin’s finches. This is a great place to snorkel from the beach, take an inflatable dinghy ride, kayak or ride in our glass-bottom boat.
Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island)
The north shore of Santa Cruz hosts Cerro Dragon. Our walk includes circling a brackish water lagoon frequented by lagoon birds, while further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 10: Monday – Depart Galapagos
Baltra Island
Our journey ends at Baltra Island where we transfer to the airport to take the flight back to the mainland – Quito or Guayaquil or to your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,563 | $ 6,441 | $ 6,382 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
2019 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | 2020 M/Y ISABELA II CRUISE DATES | |||
NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | NORTHERN ISLANDS ITINERARY | |||
7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS – TUESDAY TO MONDAY | |||
START | END | START | END | |
SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | SAN CRISTOBAL | BALTRA | |
Tuesday, January 1, 19 | Monday, January 7, 19 | |||
Tuesday, January 15, 19 | Monday, January 21, 19 | Tuesday, January 14, 20 | Monday, January 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, January 29, 19 | Monday, February 4, 19 | Tuesday, January 28, 20 | Monday, February 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 12, 19 | Monday, February 18, 19 | Tuesday, February 11, 20 | Monday, February 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, February 26, 19 | Monday, March 4, 19 | Tuesday, February 25, 20 | Monday, March 2, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 12, 19 | Monday, March 18, 19 | Tuesday, March 10, 20 | Monday, March 16, 20 | |
Tuesday, March 26, 19 | Monday, April 1, 19 | Tuesday, March 24, 20 | Monday, March 30, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 9, 19 | Monday, April 15, 19 | Tuesday, April 7, 20 | Monday, April 13, 20 | |
Tuesday, April 23, 19 | Monday, April 29, 19 | Tuesday, April 21, 20 | Monday, April 27, 20 | |
Tuesday, May 7, 19 | Monday, May 13, 19 | |||
Tuesday, May 21, 19 | Monday, May 27, 19 | |||
Tuesday, June 4, 19 | Monday, June 10, 19 | Tuesday, June 2, 20 | Monday, June 8, 20 | |
Tuesday, June 18, 19 | Monday, June 24, 19 | Tuesday, June 16, 20 | Monday, June 22, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 2, 19 | Monday, July 8, 19 | Tuesday, June 30, 20 | Monday, July 6, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 16, 19 | Monday, July 22, 19 | Tuesday, July 14, 20 | Monday, July 20, 20 | |
Tuesday, July 30, 19 | Monday, August 5, 19 | Tuesday, July 28, 20 | Monday, August 3, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 13, 19 | Monday, August 19, 19 | Tuesday, August 11, 20 | Monday, August 17, 20 | |
Tuesday, August 27, 19 | Monday, September 2, 19 | Tuesday, August 25, 20 | Monday, August 31, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 10, 19 | Monday, September 16, 19 | Tuesday, September 8, 20 | Monday, September 14, 20 | |
Tuesday, September 24, 19 | Monday, September 30, 19 | Tuesday, September 22, 20 | Monday, September 28, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 8, 19 | Saturday, October 14, 17 | Tuesday, October 6, 20 | Monday, October 12, 20 | |
Tuesday, October 22, 19 | Monday, October 28, 19 | Tuesday, October 20, 20 | Monday, October 26, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 5, 19 | Monday, November 11, 19 | Tuesday, November 3, 20 | Monday, November 9, 20 | |
Tuesday, November 19, 19 | Monday, November 25, 19 | Tuesday, November 17, 20 | Monday, November 23, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 3, 19 | Monday, December 9, 19 | Tuesday, December 1, 20 | Monday, December 7, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 17, 19 | Monday, December 23, 19 | Tuesday, December 15, 20 | Monday, December 21, 20 | |
Tuesday, December 31, 19 | Monday, January 6, 20 | Tuesday, December 29, 20 | Monday, January 4, 21 |
2019 GROSS RATES PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019
GTMT-105C – QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | 2 GUESTS | 3 GUESTS | 4 GUESTS | SINGLE |
Classic Cabin | $ 6,563 | $ 6,441 | $ 6,382 | On Request |
Cruise rates for Owners Cabin available on request. Rates for a single guest available on request. For Quito this tour is also available with other hotel categories on request.
TOUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES:
QUITO
Three night hotel accommodations at Luxury Boutique Hotel including taxes and service fees. Daily breakfast. Private round trip transfer between airport and hotel.
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Daily island tours as per itinerary fully escorted by English speaking naturalists guides. Island sightseeing. Lecture services. All meals during the cruise. Transfers between airport and cruise. Snorkeling gear.
NOT INCLUDED:
Air tickets to/from Galapagos. Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice), transit Control Card for Galapagos (US$ 20 per person), wet suits, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage, tips, gifts, internet* and additional items.
GT-05A – QUITO SERIES
Two Days / One Night
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05B – QUITO SERIES
Three Days / Two Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast
GT-05C – QUITO SERIES
Four Days / Three Nights
DAY 1: Arrival in Quito
Assistance and private transfer airport to hotel
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
DAY 2: Quito
Private fully escorted combined tour of city and Middle of the World
English speaking guide
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Otavalo and surroundings
Full day Otavalo tour based on private or semi-private basis with lunch
Overnight accommodations at selected hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4: Transfer out
Private transfer hotel to airport for flight to Galapagos
Meals: Breakfast