9 Day Ecuador with 4 Day Eastern Galapagos Cruise 2017 Itinerary

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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
2 Guayaquil, 4 Cruise, 2 Quito

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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • In Guayaquil, visit unique Seminario Park (Parque de las Iguanas), a favorite place of bird watchers Journey to the Galapagos Archipelago of volcanic islands, five million years in the making Attend fascinating lectures on board presented by professional Naturalist-Guides On Punta Pitt, view three species of boobies: blue-footed, red-footed and Nazca boobies Enjoy a panga ride to dramatic Santa Fe Island, with volcanic rocks over 4 million years old Snorkel, swim in crystal-clear waters, or, sail on glass bottom boats with stunning underwater views Experience ‘face-to-face’ 100-year-old giant tortoises eating, sleeping and wallowing in the mud Walk in astonishing cactus forests surrounded by land and marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies Stop at the famous Galápagos blow hole that sends tall jets of spray gushing through lava At tranquil Gardner Bay enjoy the picture postcard white coral beach surrounded by dazzling blue seas Discover Quito's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with architectural treasures

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    2 Guayaquil, 4 Cruise, 2 Quito

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Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
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Trip includes

    • Flights Miami-Guayaquil, Quito-MiamiSome departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking.Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Guayaquil-San Cristobal & Baltra-Quito 8 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights Guayaquil 4 nights M/V Santa Cruz II 2 nights Quito Cruise porterage All transfers 16 Meals: 8 breakfasts,4 lunches,4 dinners Services of English-speaking local guides Services of English-speaking naturalist guides in the Galapagos Galapagos National Park Fee of $100 Galapagos Transit Control Card fee of $20

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Ecuador
Arrive in Guayaquil, Ecuador's sprawling and vivacious port city; transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city's many museums, botanical gardens or stroll along the lively riverfront promenade Overnight: Guayaquil

DAY 2, Friday - Guayaquil City Tour
Your discovery of Guayaquil begins at the main square, with its stirring memorial to the Heroes of the Independence, symbolizing the triumph of the Republic against the Spanish. Continue to Seminario Park (Parque de las Iguanas), a favorite place of bird watchers and hom...
DAY 3, Saturday - Galapagos Islands, Embarkation, San Cristóbal Island
The journey to the Galapagos Archipelago of volcanic islands, five million years in the making, begins with a flight from Guayaquil to San Cristóbal Island. You’ll be met at the airport by your naturalist guides and transferred to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno pier to embark t...
DAY 4, Sunday - Santa Fe Island, South Plaza Island
Enjoy a panga ride this morning to Santa Fe Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago with volcanic rocks over 4 million years old. Walk along the idyllic white sand beach with its countless sea lions and hike amid Opuntia Cactus trees searching for the famous Barring...
DAY 5, Monday - Puerto Ayora, Charles Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz Island)
An extraordinary visit awaits you today at the iconic Charles Darwin Research Station’s giant Tortoise Breeding Centre. Nestled in an impressive cactus forest, this center of research and conservation is renowned for its captive breeding program for giant tortoises. You’...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Punta Suarez, Gardner Bay (Española Island)
An early start this morning as you explore the coastline on a panga while your Naturalist-Guide explains the dramatic geology of the area. At Punta Suarez on Española, the southernmost island in the archipelago, you're warmly welcomed by noisy sea lions. Several wildlife...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Disembarkation, Balta Island, Quito
Before departing the Galapagos Archipelago, linger on board or maybe join the not-to-be-missed optional tour to the Cerro Colorado ("red hill") Giant Tortoise breeding center. Here you learn more about the National Park's conservation programs to save the world-famous Ga...
DAY 8, Thursday - Quito's Art and Architecture
Discover Quito today with its treasures of art and architecture. Quito's Colonial Quarter, the largest and best preserved in Latin America, is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour begins at Independence Plaza flanked by the Metropolitan Cathedral, Presid...
DAY 9, Friday - Depart Ecuador
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight *Please note: Some flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of Day 9 and will require a transfer on Day 8. Transfers depart the hotel approximately 4 hours prior to flight time Meals: Breakfast

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