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Guide Galapagos Luxury Cruise 9 Days Tour

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Quito

    Quito
    Start point
    Hotel Dann Carlton, Rep. El Salvador, Quito, Pichincha 1705, Ecuador (Meeting at the hotel )

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Quito's Old Town (UNESCO heritage site)
    • Full day in Quito or surroundings (can be arranged in advance)
    Landmarks
    Quito's Old Town
  3. Day 2

    Santa Cruz Highlands

    Santa Cruz Highlands
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit lava tunnels
    • View wild turtles
    • Visit tortoises breeding center
    • View Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

    Optional Activities

    • Hike (1.5 miles/2½ km)
    Landmarks
    Los Gemelos
    Puerto Ayora
  4. Day 3

    Moreno Point and Elizabeth Bay

    Moreno Point and Elizabeth Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Dinghy ride at Moreno Point
    • Hike through lava rock formations at Moreno Point
    • Birdwatching at Moreno Point and Elizabeth Bay
    • Dinghy ride at Elizabeth Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkeling at Moreno Point
    • Hike at Moreno Point (1.2 miles/2 km)
    Landmarks
    Moreno Point
    Elizabeth Bay
  5. Day 4

    Urbina Bay and Espinoza Point

    Urbina Bay and Espinoza Point
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Dinghy ride and hike at Urbina Bay
    • Snorkeling at Urbina Bay
    • Hike at Espinoza Point

    Optional Activities

    • Short trail at Urbina Bay (0.6 miles/1 km)
    • Long trail at Urbina Bay (1.9 miles/3 km)
    Landmarks
    Urbina Bay
    Espinoza Point
    Alcedo Volcano
    La Cumbre Volcano
  6. Day 5

    Tagus Cove and Vicente Roca Point

    Tagus Cove and Vicente Roca Point
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike at Tagus Cove
    • Dinghy ride at Tagus Cove
    • Snorkeling at Tagus Cove
    • Dinghy ride at Vicente Roca Point
    • Snorkeling at Vicente Roca Point
    Landmarks
    Tagus Cove
    Lake Darwin
    Punta Tortuga
    Vicente Roca Point
  7. Day 6

    Espumilla Beach and Egas Port

    Espumilla Beach and Egas Port
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Snorkeling and swimming at Espumilla Beach
    • Snorkeling at Egas Port
    • Hiking at Egas Port
    Landmarks
    Espumilla Beach
    Egas Port
  8. Day 7

    Rabida Island and Chinese Hat Islet

    Rabida Island and Chinese Hat Islet
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Snorkeling at Rabida Island
    • Dinghy ride and short hike at Rabida Island
    • Hike and snorkeling at Chinese Hat Islet
    Landmarks
    Rabida Island
    Chinese Hat Islet
  9. Day 8

    Bachas Beach and South Plaza Island

    Bachas Beach and South Plaza Island
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Swimming at Bachas Beach
    • Hike at South Plaza Island
    Landmarks
    Bachas Beach
    South Plaza Island
  10. Day 9

    Interpretation Center

    Interpretation Center
    End point
    Quito Airport Center, Vía Tababela - Yaruquí, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (See you off)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Interpretation Center
    • Short walk and exploration of exhibitions
    Landmarks
    Interpretation Center
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  • Sophia
    Sophia5.0•January 2022
    The combination of cruising at the Galapagos Islands, walking through fascinating unique natural sites, meeting...
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    Traveled in January 2022
    Reply from: GUIDEcuador Travel
    Dear Sophia, Thnak you veru much for all your good comments , We hope to see you shortly in South America for the next adventure. Regards Guidecuador Team
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  • M

    Martha

    Asked on May 4th, 2026

    I would like a cruise that does floreana, genovesa, isabela and fernandina and a land tour

    Tour Details
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written May 2026

      We will be happy to check availability for an itinerary that includes Floreana, Genovesa, Isabela, and Fernandina, combined with a land experience as per your request.

  • W

    Wayne

    Asked on September 27th, 2023

    what's the cost if I travel alone?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written September 2023

      As a solo traveler we have an additional cost and final price is usd 10530

  • R

    Russell

    Asked on February 22nd, 2023

    Is she allowed on the cruise or too young for this cruise tour?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2023

      Most of cruises accept kinds older than 10 years old.

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    Mary

    Asked on December 11th, 2022

    Can you please confirm what ship/vessel is doing Decemeber 27-Jan 4, 9 days tour?

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      Mary

      Traveler•Written December 2022

      Is there a phone number or an agent to speak with?

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      Mary

      Traveler•Written December 2022

      on line Dec 27-Jan 4 tour is showing availability for a single traveler for $9900 Is it a mistake?

    • M

      Mary

      Traveler•Written December 2022

      1 person willing to share with another female if that's an option

    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written December 2022

      Unfortunately all Luxury Cruises options are fully booked for the dates you resquested. As we mentioned December is a peak season in Galapagos and cruises are booked months in advance. We cant offer this tour until next January, however we can still offer you an island based program (staying in hotels in the islands)

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    Anthony

    Asked on December 3rd, 2022

    In June of 2023, we are going to have a group traveling to Galapagos. Wondering if you can operate the cruise for us?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written December 2022

      Yes we can offer this program for your group next February 2023. Can you please tell us if you will be able to have 16 pax or less than that?

    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written December 2022

      Price per person for 12 people sharing the boat with 4 more people: USD 8,655 (Including Air ticket QUITO - GPS - UIO). Charter for 16 people: USD 125,000 (Including Air Ticket QUITO - GPS - QUITO)

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    Brandon

    Asked on November 28th, 2022

    would like to book this tour, however, there are somethings they want to know and manage. they will be arriving in Galapagos 2 days before the tour starts and they don't need the night in Quito. transfer also from way back to Galapagos is not needed. can you confirm if there will be a difference on the cost? can you advise pax where they need you to meet them? will they have a special dinner for Christmas and New year night?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written November 2022

      This is the only option available starting on Dec 24 until Dec 31. As We mentioned all cruises are fully booked for December festivities so the Luxury Cruise that still have 2 spaces is HORIZON TRIMARAN.

  • E

    Emily

    Asked on May 10th, 2022

    Is the airfare included from Quito to the Galapagos and back. It says is not included on the itinerary but when paying it showing an airfare ticket cost of USD $460 we need to pay. Would this cruise also be departing on July 9th as it says it leaves everyday. Would you be able to confirm the prices for a Main or Upperdeck Cabin

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written May 2022

      We have a Luxury Cruise departure on July 9, so you should arrive on July 8 in Ecuador. It is 8 Days in Galapagos + 1 Day in Ecuador mainland. This is a different program in comparison to our original program. We only guarabtee prices after payment. As you can see on detail the price is usd 11500 per person + 580 usd for Air ticket you pay locally

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