5 Day Ecuador Gold Program

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During this 5 Day Ecuador tour you will explore the Galapagos. The Galapagos Enchanted Islands are doubtlessly the highlight of every Ecuador trip and the most unique living museum of evolutionary changes, which have led to a new understanding of life on Earth. Among the animals found, are the different species of giant “Galapagos” tortoises that gave the isl...

Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Galapagos
    • Visit the Charles Darwin Research Center in Puerto Ayora
    • Visit Bahía Barrington, a small tranquil bay
    • A great view of the bay with Rabida Island
    • Visit “Loberia,” a small peninsula with colonies of sea lions
    • Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz

What's this trip about?

    During this 5 Day Ecuador tour you will explore the Galapagos. The Galapagos Enchanted Islands are doubtlessly the highlight of every Ecuador trip and the most unique living museum of evolutionary changes, which have led to a new understanding of life on Earth. Among the animals found, are the different species of giant “Galapagos” tortoises that gave the islands their name, a variety of birds and marine mammals such as iguanas, sea lions, dolphins, whales as well as a great number of fish. Visit one of the following islands/visitor sites: North Seymour, South Plaza, Bartolomé, Santa Fe, Dragon Hill. Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you can observe the enormous change of vegetation that ranges from dry areas full of cacti, to rainforest and fern zones.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPuerto Ayora
End CityPuerto Ayora

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Ecuador

Attractions

  • Galapagos
  • Isla Santa Fe
  • Quito
  • Santa Cruz Island

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Hiking
  • Photography
  • Short Cruise
  • Snorkeling
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Private tours guaranteed with 2 passengers
    • English-speaking guides
    • Historical sightseeing and UNESCO World Heritage Sites
    • Arrival/departure transfers
    • Ground transportation
    • Meals as stated in the itinerary
    • USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program
    • Five Star hotels: 4 nights Puerto Ayora: Hotel Solymar

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Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE PUERTO AYORA (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND - GALAPAGOS)
Accommodation: Hotel Solymar - Puerto Ayora Fly from Guayaquil or Quito to Galapagos Islands (air on own arrangement). Galapagos—the Enchanted Islands— are doubtlessly the highlight of every Ecuador trip and the most unique living museum of evolutionary changes, which ...
Day 2: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND - GALAPAGOS / NORTH SEYMOUR or SOUTH PLAZA or BARTOLOMÉ or SANTA FE or DRAGON HILL or FLOREANA
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch After breakfast, you will be picked up for a boat excursion in the north of the island, to visit one of the following islands/visitor sites: North Seymour, South Plaza, Bartolomé, Santa Fe, Dragon Hill, Floreana. Lunch will be served on boa...
Day 3: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND - GALAPAGOS
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you can observe the enormous change of vegetation that ranges from dry areas full of cacti, to rainforest and fern zones. The green landscape is a welcome contrast to the more arid scenery of the small...
Day 4: SANTA CRUZ ISLAND - GALAPAGOS / NORTH SEYMOUR or SOUTH PLAZA or BARTOLOMÉ or SANTA FE or DRAGON HILL or FLOREANA
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Take a day tour to one of the islands described on day 2: North Seymour, South Plazas, Bartolomé, Santa Fe, Dragon Hill, Floreana. Lunch will be served on board. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. **Rem...
Day 5: DEPART PUERTO AYORA (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND - GALAPAGOS)
Meals: Breakfast Today, transfer to Baltra airport for your return flight to the mainland (air on own arrangement).

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Galapagos National Park entrance fee (ask for rates)
    • Galapagos Transit Control Card (ask for rates)
    • International/domestic airfare and taxes
Cancellation policy
A written notice of cancellation must be received by PDT either by mail, fax, or e-mail. Oral  cancellation by phone will not be accepted. 75+ days before departure - US $300.00 per person* 74-30 days before departure - US $400.00 per person* 29-16 days before departure - US $500.00 per person* 15 days before departure through day of departure - 100% penalty *Plus any additional charges assessed b Guaranteed 2 passengers
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Meals Included
Meals as stated in the itinerary
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
See Pacific Delight Tours website for full travel terms and detailed travel insurance information.
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