It is our intention to adhere to the itinerary described; however, due to our travel style, on occasions it may be necessary or desirable to make small changes. Weather conditions and unpredictable local circumstances may lead us to make alterations to the route and/or travel times. Hotels and flight schedules might change according to availability. Any mention to specific wildlife in the itinerary or trip details is not a guarantee that it will be seen during the trip.
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2h 45 min each way from Quito to Galapagos. Regular size aircraft. About 140 passengers
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2 hours each way from Santa Cruz to San Cristobal
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45 minutes each way - Lava Tunnels
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20 minutes each way - Isla Lobos
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45 minutes Airport transfers in Quito
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Experience the Galapagos Islands from the comfort of a land-based expedition! The islands offer endless opportunities to explore a unique abundance of life in a setting unlike any other on earth. The Galapagos form a natural sanctuary that preserves species, allowing them to evolve since countless millennia. This is one of the few places on earth that allows such insight with so much wildlife. This holiday also provides flexible time to spend on your own and discover them with the sand beaches well-signed trails in the Galapagos forest, and the lots of wildlife. Enjoy real-time encounters with the most amazing wildlife up your fingertips and discover the power nature with the evolutionary ch...
Highlights
7 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Trip Leader: Certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure Trip Leader
Activities: Hiking in Santa Cruz highlands, Snorkelling, Isla Lobos, Academy bay day tour
Lunch
Meals Included: 6 breakfasts and 3 lunches
Breakfast
Gear: Snorkeling mask and fins, life vest
Accommodations based in double occupancy: First Class hotel in Quito, 4-star hotels in Galapagos
Transportation: Airport transfers (national flights), sea transportation Santa Cruz - Isabela islands round trip, comfortable land transportation
My Own Room supplement
International flights
Airfare Quito - Galapagos - Quito round trip
Airport transfer (international flights)
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Meals not described in the itinerary
INGALA transit card Fee
Galapagos National Park Fee
Snorkeling gear (mask and fins) for optional activities: USD $8 per day per person
Wetsuit for rent: USD $10
Tips for guides and drivers
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Quito Hotel
Meet you trip leader and group for the Welcome Briefing at 18:00pm, at the hotel´s lobby.
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Arrival in Quito City
1 Stop
1
Quito Old Town
Welcome to Quito! The biggest, best-preserved colonial city of America was declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The city is considered the Cultural Capital of South America and the second most important city of the old Inca Empire. Depending on arrival time, you can spend your day exploring the old town of Quito and the surrounding area. Adventure Journeys can help you to organize a day trip. In the evening, one of our trip leaders will meet you at the hotel for a welcome briefing and there will be plenty of time to discuss details and answer any questions you may have regarding the adventure. Our first day is an informational and acclimation day.
1 hour
7-Day Galapagos Essentials
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Quito
About
Experience the Galapagos Islands from the comfort of a land-based expedition! The islands offer endless opportunities to explore a unique abundance of life in a setting unlike any other on earth. The Galapagos form a natural sanctuary that preserves species, allowing them to evolve since countless millennia. This is one of the few places on earth that allows such insight with so much wildlife. This holiday also provides flexible time to spend on your own and discover them with the sand beaches well-signed trails in the Galapagos forest, and the lots of wildlife. Enjoy real-time encounters with the most amazing wildlife up your fingertips and discover the power nature with the evolutionary ch...
Highlights
7 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Trip Leader: Certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure Trip Leader
Activities: Hiking in Santa Cruz highlands, Snorkelling, Isla Lobos, Academy bay day tour
Lunch
Meals Included: 6 breakfasts and 3 lunches
Breakfast
Gear: Snorkeling mask and fins, life vest
Accommodations based in double occupancy: First Class hotel in Quito, 4-star hotels in Galapagos
Transportation: Airport transfers (national flights), sea transportation Santa Cruz - Isabela islands round trip, comfortable land transportation
My Own Room supplement
International flights
Airfare Quito - Galapagos - Quito round trip
Airport transfer (international flights)
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Meals not described in the itinerary
INGALA transit card Fee
Galapagos National Park Fee
Snorkeling gear (mask and fins) for optional activities: USD $8 per day per person
Wetsuit for rent: USD $10
Tips for guides and drivers
Meeting Points
Departure
Sheraton Quito Hotel
Meet you trip leader and group for the Welcome Briefing at 18:00pm, at the hotel´s lobby.
