Galapagos Islands Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025
57 trips to Galapagos Islands tours from 98 tour companies. 1,726 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.
Filter to find perfect
DEPARTURE DATES
Style
Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
Price
Duration Dropdown
Travelers Age
Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
Supplier (Company)
Countries Visited
Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
No filters applied
Galapagos & Peru Adventure
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
24 days
$ 316 / day
$ 7,584
From :
$ 10,238
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Hike Peru's iconic Inca Trail
- Snorkel the incredible marine life-filled waters of Kicker Rock, also known as Leon Dormido, one of the best snorkelling spots in the Galapagos and an absolute highlight for many travellers
- Meet near-extinct Galapagos tortoises
- Scale a volcano on Isla Isabela
- Explore the Galapagos Islands
- Get acquainted with Quito's dizzying altitude
- At Intrepid we’ve always been about balancing profit and purpose and as the largest B Corp certified operator on the Inca Trail we’re committed to operating our treks for the benefit of all – join us and help make the world a better place.
Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Inca Trail, La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Puno, Puerto Maldonado, Quito, Sacred Valley, Urubamba, Cotopaxi, Guayaquil, Otavalo, San Cristobal, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru
Peru & Galapagos Explorer
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
30 days
$ 252 / day
$ 7,550
From :
$ 10,193
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Choose the classic Inca Trail, the quieter Quarry Trail or the scenic train route to reach Machu Picchu. It will be unforgettable, no matter how you get there.
- Take a boat tour around the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca and spend the night with a local family in a traditional island community.
- Spend two nights deep in the Amazon Jungle, trekking with local flora and fauna experts through the ‘Lungs of the World’.
- Huge giant tortoises, colourful marine iguanas and the puppies of the sea (AKA sea lions) – come face-to-face with these creatures and more on the Galapagos Islands.
- Stay in locally-owned hotels in the Galapagos with daily island-hopping adventures by speedboat. The perfect way to see the best of the archipelago while supporting home-grown businesses.
Aguas Calientes, Arequipa, Cusco, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Nazca, Ollantaytambo, Puerto Maldonado, Quito, Inca Trail, Cotopaxi, Darwin, Guayaquil, Otavalo, Puno, San Cristobal, Ecuador, Peru
Complete Galapagos (Grand Daphne)
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 501 / day
$ 5,013
From :
$ 6,166
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Snorkelling in the Devil’s Crown is like nothing else. This submerged crater – full of sea lions, turtles and rays – boasts some of the best underwater views in the archipelago.
- This trip is one for the bird-lovers. Witness the albatross colonies of Isla Espanola and seek out the rare red-footed booby on Isla Genovesa.
- Plant your feet on 100-year-old pahoehoe lava as you walk across Bahia Sullivan, perhaps spotting a colourful marine iguana or twelve along the way.
- Discover the otherworldly landscapes and creatures the islands are famous for, going deeper with a knowledgeable local naturalist who will accompany you on all your excursions.
- Sea lions, marine iguanas, and more fish than you can shake a snorkel at – this trip is packed with guaranteed wildlife encounters.
Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Isla Baltra, Isla Santa Fe, Quito, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Isla Floreana, Isla Santiago, Santa Fe, Santiago, Ecuador
Best of Peru & Galapagos
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
18 days
$ 367 / day
$ 6,603
From :
$ 8,914
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Marvel at the mother of all Inca cities, magical Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of the ruins and free time to explore on your own.
- Enjoy plenty of time in gorgeous Cusco, the perfect place to launch into further outdoor adventures, or simply relax and take in mountain views.
- The floating reed islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca are astounding in concept, construction and history. Take a boat tour on the world's highest navigable lake and stay with a local family there.
- Get acquainted with the beautiful churches and graceful boulevards of Quito, Ecuador's capital.
- Get up close and personal with giant tortoises on Santa Cruz Island. These nearly extinct creatures are one of the greatest drawcards to the Galapagos .
Cusco, Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu, Puno, Sacred Valley, Lima, Avenue of Volcanoes, Cotopaxi, Guayaquil, Ollantaytambo, Otavalo, Quito, San Cristobal, Ecuador, Peru
Essential Galapagos
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
9 days
$ 190 / day
$ 1,710
From :
$ 2,394
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Check out the highland haven of Quito – Ecuador’s vibrant mountainous capital. If you’ve got time, why not extend your stay here and discover the historic Old Town and Volcan Pichincha lookout.
- The Galapagos Islands are home to some of the most unique wildlife on earth – many you may not have heard of before! Spot blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, frigate birds and so much more on your island escape.
- Consider a range of optional activities to enhance your wicked wildlife stops with your small group. Snorkelling at Kicker Rock? Swimming alongside sea lions near Isla Lobos? It’s up to you!
- Take land-side visits to San Cristobal’s Interpretation Center and Isabela’s Giant Tortoise Breeding Center to discover more about the islands’ history and conservation efforts to preserve this far-flung paradise.
- By staying on the islands, you’ll get the best of both worlds – discovering the forests, beaches and marine hotspots by day, and chilling out in town by night.
Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Quito, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Ecuador
Galapagos Encounter: Southern Islands (Grand Quee ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
6 days
$ 1,011 / day
$ 6,063
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- As you board your vessel – m/y grand queen beatriz – and follow in the footsteps of charles darwin, you will encounter nature at its finest.
- Explore the islands from on deck, on foot and in the water, no doubt with your eyes open for your next unique sight.
- You'll encounter giant galapagos tortoises, blue-footed and masked boobies, pelicans and frigate birds, as well as land and marine iguanas, sea lions, fur seals and perhaps dolphins, whales and sea turtles.
- All of peregrine's galapagos guides are registered and licensed by the national park, so you will be sure to have the most in-depth knowledge each step of the way.
- With return flights included to the highland city of quito, consider extending your stay in ecuador to discover more that this south american hotspot has to offer.
Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Quito, Isabela Island, Darwin, Ecuador
Galapagos Encounter: Central Islands (Grand Quee ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
6 days
$ 1,011 / day
$ 6,063
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- As you board your vessel – the m/y grand queen beatriz – and follow in the footsteps of charles darwin, you will encounter nature at its finest.
- Explore the islands from on deck, on foot and in the water, no doubt with your eyes open for your next unique sight.
- Sea lions and iguanas await you at plaza sur and santa fe, whilst in san cristobal you meet the grand-daddy of the galapagos – the giant tortoise.
- A hike on bartolome offers panoramic views across some of the other islands, showcasing the dramatic volcanic landscape. this is indeed the galapagos journey with something for everyone.
- With included return flights from the country's highland capital, quito, why not consider extending your stay and seeing the best to offer in ecuador?
Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Isla Santiago, Quito, Santiago, San Cristobal, Ecuador
Galapagos Explorer: Southern Islands (Grand Quee ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
7 days
$ 1,035 / day
$ 7,248
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- As you board your vessel, m/y grand queen beatriz, and follow in the footsteps of charles darwin, you will encounter nature at its finest.
- Explore the islands from on deck, on foot and in the water, no doubt with your eyes open for your next unique sight.
- This is indeed the galapagos journey with something for everyone.
Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Island, Isla Santa Fe, Quito, San Cristobal, Santa Fe, Ecuador
Galapagos Explorer: Central Islands (Grand Queen ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
7 days
$ 1,036 / day
$ 7,253
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Follow in the footsteps of past explorers and cruise the marvellous galapagos on board your comfortable vessel, the m/y grand queen beatriz.
- Explore the central islands from your upper decks, on foot and perhaps in the water on a snorkelling experience, keeping your eyes peeled for the next wildlife sighting.
- Have the chance to learn about the lives and conservation efforts of the giant tortoise on a group excursion to the charles darwin research station.
- Galapagos penguins, land and marine iguanas, sally lightfoot crabs, pintail ducks, sea lions – you'll be spotting this and so much more on your cruising expeditions.
- With a trained and licensed galapagos guide joining you each step of this adventure, learn all about the flora and fauna of this incredible ecosystem.
Charles Darwin Research Station, Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Isla Baltra, Guayaquil, Quito, Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador
Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Gran ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 1,084 / day
$ 10,838
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- As you board your vessel, m/y grand queen beatriz, and follow in the footsteps of charles darwin, you will encounter nature at its finest.
- Explore the islands from on deck, on foot and in the water, no doubt with your eyes open for your next unique sight.
- You'll encounter giant galapagos tortoises, blue-footed and masked boobies, pelicans and frigate birds, as well as land and marine iguanas, sea lions, fur seals and perhaps dolphins, whales and sea turtles.
Charles Darwin Research Station, Darwin, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Isla Santiago, Santa Cruz, Santiago, Guayaquil, Quito, Ecuador
Ultimate South America with Galapagos Cruise
26 days
$ 257 / day
$ 6,689
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
Buenos Aires, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island, San Cristobal, Pacific Ocean, Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru
Ultimate South America with Brazil's Amazon & ...
30 days
$ 255 / day
$ 7,649
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
Buenos Aires, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Manaus, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz Island, Isabela Island, Pacific Ocean, Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru
Mysteries of the Inca Empire with Peru's Amazon & ...
21 days
$ 269 / day
$ 5,659
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puerto Maldonado, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Island, Guayaquil, Pacific Ocean, Ecuador, Peru
Mysteries of the Inca Empire with Galapagos Cruise
17 days
$ 288 / day
$ 4,889
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Machu Picchu, Puno, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island, Guayaquil, San Cristobal, Pacific Ocean, Ecuador, Peru
Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders featuring a ...
14 days
$ 454 / day
$ 6,349
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Master two of South America’s classics, ceviche and pisco sours, at an interactive cooking class.
- Indulge in a farm-to-table meal in a local community.
- Discover centuries-old Andean textile methods in the Peruvian Andes.
- Wind through the Andes in a train to Machu Picchu.
- Stand tall in the “Middle of the World” at the Equatorial Line Monument and Museum.
- On a private yacht, embark on a 4-night cruise of the Galápagos Islands with a naturalist guide.
- Explore the fabled ruins of Machu Picchu.
- Meet giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Lima, Quito
X
Unlock Member Savings
In order to see Travelstride Select deals you must sign in. We’ve negotiated with many of the world’s best travel companies to save you money! Get the best experiences, save up to $700 per person, and be a hero to your travel companions!
or
or
We respect your privacy and take great care to protect your information. By joining you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Already a member?
With FREE membership you:
- Save up to $700 per person!*
- Access private deals and offers
- See personalized trip recommendations
- Save favorite trips
Top Galapagos Islands Attractions & Experiences
Top Galapagos Islands Experiences
Getting closer to wildlife than at any other place on the planet, on islands where animals have no fear of humans.
Viewing the mesmerizing courtship “dance” of the blue-footed booby, in which the two birds lift one foot, then the other, and peck at each other with their bills.
Snorkeling among sea lions, sea turtles, barracuda, and (harmless) sharks in crystal-clear, warm waters.
Spotting the world’s most northerly -- and some of the world’s smallest -- penguins, frolicking in the water.
Marveling at sleek black frigate birds – known as the “pirates of the sea” – as they swoop down and steal food out of other birds’ mouths.
Stepping carefully amid hundreds of marine iguanas as they emerge from the sea where they’ve been feeding, then scurry up on the rocks to dry out.
Watching as colorful red-orange Sally Lightfoot crabs skitter across a shallow tide pool.
Climbing a volcanic hill via boardwalk for a panoramic view, which astronaut Buzz Aldrin once compared to a moonscape.
Sharing a field with dozens of giant tortoises as they inch along, looking like they just emerged from the dinosaur era.
Visiting the Charles Darwin Research Station and learning about his amazing discoveries.
Top Galapagos Islands Attractions
1,726 Galapagos Islands Tour Reviews - Summary 97% Recommend
All Galapagos Islands tours, river cruises, expedition cruises, and adventure trips. Find the best guided trips and expert planned vacation and holiday packages. Average rating of 4.8 for all Galapagos Islands trips.
57 trips from 98 tour companies with 1,726 reviews
More Galapagos Islan... Guided Tours
What is Travelstride?
Travelstride is the top community marketplace for tours, local getaways, adventure packages, and tailor-made vacations.
Now you can find, compare, and share trips from 1,000+ operators and expert trip planners. Unlike most travel agencies and websites that only show options from large companies that pay big commissions, we show you all the options we can gather, and we’re adding more all the time. We want you to have all the available information to find your perfect trip, no matter who it’s with. Whether you’re looking for a short weekend getaway or a multi-country expedition, you can find it on Travelstride. About us.
Use Travelstride to:
We are on a mission...
...to foster a community connecting travelers to wonderful places, people, & experiences. Learn more.
Got it
×
Sign in or create an account
To Save Trip, sign in or sign up (it's free)
For savings, sign in or sign up (it's free)
Access member savings & community.
or
By continuiing you accept our Privacy Policy and and Terms of Use
What's your email address?
Something went wrong
Click to send a new magic link to your inbox.
×
Forgot Password?
Welcome back!
To Save Trip, sign in or sign up (it's free)
We’re so happy to see you again.
or
Don't have an account?
Join
By signing in, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
×
Sign in to Save Trips
Don't have an account?
Join
- Bookmark trips you like
- Share with your travel companions
- Track price changes
- Access private discounts on trips you save
×
?
Forgot Password?
Sign in to see your results
TripFinder is a member-only feature. Dont worry, its free!
or
Not a member?
Join
With a membership you:
- Save up to $700 per person!*
- Access private deals and offers
- See personalized trip recommendations
- Save favorite trips
Activate your free Travelstride membership
Just use the email address and password provided in the email we sent.
With your free membership you:
- Save up to $700 per person!*
- Access private deals and offers
- See personalized trip recommendations
- Save favorite trips
×
By signing in, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
Your travel guide dog
I’m on it!
Searching thousands of trips by hundreds of tour companies...
"Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by."
x