We want to do this tour without North Seymore and Santa Cruz, because we are going onboard of a liveaboard on Baltra at 21.Dec and part of our diving tour are landcruises on both islands. Perfectly for us is the ending of your Island Hopping at 21.Dec on Baltra.

This option fits your travel plans as follows: Day 1 (21/12) Local flight to Cristobal from Baltra , upon arrival ,hotel checking then in the afternoon Kayak tour to darwin Bay & Snorkel Hotel Katarma or Similar *** Day 2 (22/12) Yacht tour to Kicker Rock & Snorkel Hotel Katarma or Similar *** Day 3 (23/12) Morning Free to enjoy the town on your own. Afternoon Public Ferry to Santa Cruz Hotel Deja Vu or Similar *** Day 4 (24/12) Yacht Tour to Bartolome & Snorkel Hotel Deja Vu or Similar *** Day 5 (25/12) Yacht tour to Plazas & Snorkel Hotel Deja Vu or Similar *** Day 6 (26/12) Transfer out to Baltra for your flight back to mainland END OF THE SERVICES Tour includes: 5 nights at 3* hotels Certified Galapagos Guide on each island Snorkeling Gear & Wetsuit every day (short ones) 1 way internal flight from Baltra to Cristobal (1 checked bag uo to 21 kilos per person) Breakfast every day from Day 2 Lunch on Day 2,4,5 Drop off in Baltra on day 6 Not included: All NOT mentioned in program as included Gratuities Long Wetsuits or any special snorkel equipments beside of the standard gear we provide in program Price per person USD 2750 December is peak season so better we act soon in order to be able to guarantee this departure and price. PDT: Day 1 works as shown if your drop off from the cruise in Baltra gets not later than 9 M at the Aiport , if not please let us know in advance

could you please advise on luggage options for the return flights from Quito to Baltra. Also how much do the flights cost, if you arrange for us?

normally each guest bring 1 piece regarding the Air tickets to Galapagos. We can help you booking for $550 per person. to high season, it is necessary to book as soon as possible and also tickets at the same time

Are return flights from Quito included in the package? Are transfers to the airport included or do we need to arrange our own transport?

Flights are not included in the program. They can be booked at an extra cost of 490 per person (subject to availability). Transfer to the airport in Quito is extra, and we offer this service for USD 50 total for 2 people.

Does your Galapagos Express Tour include roundtrip travel from Quito, or do we book those accommodations ourselves?

This tour doesn't include Air tickets however we can book for you if need it. Depending of the date air ticket per person is usd 500.

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Day 1
Quito to Galapagos Islands
Start point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Domestic Departures)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Ninfa)
Included Activities
- Visit Twins (Gemelos) Craters
- Visit Giant Tortoises Ranch
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Twins (Gemelos) Craters
Giant Tortoises Ranch
Baltra Airport
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Bartolome Island
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Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board)
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Hotel (Ninfa)
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- Bartolome Island sightseeing
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Pinnacle Rock viewing
- Lunch on board
- Snorkel equipment
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Bartolome Island
Pinnacle Rock
Santiago Island
Day 3
South Plazas Island
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Ninfa)
Included Activities
- South Plazas Island hiking
- Snorkeling
- Endemic Galapagos iguana and sea lion viewing
- Flora and fauna education
Landmarks
South Plazas Island
Itabaca Canal
Day 4
North Seymour Island
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Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Ninfa)
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- North Seymour Island sightseeing
- Snorkeling
- Yellow iguana viewing
- Seabird observation (blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, pelicans)
- Sea lion viewing
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North Seymour Island
Day 5
Santa Fe Island
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Breakfast, Lunch
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Hotel (Ninfa)
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- Santa Fe Island sightseeing
- Snorkeling
- Sea lion observation
- Seabird viewing (pelicans, lava gulls, blue-footed boobies)
- Marine wildlife observation (sea turtles, manta rays, sharks)
- Endemic land iguana viewing
Landmarks
Santa Fe Island
Day 6
Galapagos Islands to Quito
End point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Domestic arrivals)
Optional Activities
- Extra nights in Guayaquil City
- Extended stay in mainland Ecuador
Landmarks
Baltra Airport

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Twins (Gemelos) Craters
Giant Tortoises Ranch
Baltra Airport

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Bartolome Island
Pinnacle Rock
Santiago Island

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South Plazas Island
Itabaca Canal

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North Seymour Island

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Santa Fe Island

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Baltra Airport

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Reviews from other tours by GUIDEcuador Travel

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4.7

Janice
March 9th, 2026
4
Good tours, good hotels, good transport and good communication. I was the only the only guest on a 7-day tour in...
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cinci
February 11th, 2026
5
The trip was very smooth and our guide Daniel was easy to travel with and knew the country inside out.
Charles
January 22nd, 2026
4
GUIDEcuador did a wonderful job of curating our Galapagos adventure. It connected us with outstanding guides, and...
GUIDEcuador did a wonderful job of curating our Galapagos adventure. It connected us with outstanding guides, and most of the trips turned-out to be private tours. One exception was the tour of Isabela Island, for which we joined a larger group. The guide for that tour was knowledgable but had a sort of nervous energy that made it difficult to relax and enjoy sights. The logistics for handing-off between guides was mostly seamless; however, on the final day our "chaperone" arrived late, was a little young, and was very disinterested. He made sure that we arrived at the airport on time, but he sat apart from us and seemed to be trying to avoid any interaction. Overall though, both the scenery and the wildlife were unforgettable. Highly recommended!Show more

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Kim
Asked on February 7th, 2026
We want to do this tour without North Seymore and Santa Cruz, because we are going onboard of a liveaboard on Baltra at 21.Dec and part of our diving tour are landcruises on both islands. Perfectly for us is the ending of your Island Hopping at 21.Dec on Baltra.
Tour Details
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  This option fits your travel plans as follows:
  
  Day 1 (21/12)
  Local flight to Cristobal from Baltra , upon arrival ,hotel checking then in the afternoon Kayak tour to darwin Bay & Snorkel
  Hotel Katarma or Similar ***
  
  Day 2 (22/12)
  Yacht tour to Kicker Rock & Snorkel
  Hotel Katarma or Similar ***
  
  Day 3 (23/12)
  Morning Free to enjoy the town on your own. Afternoon Public Ferry to Santa Cruz
  Hotel Deja Vu or Similar ***
  
  Day 4 (24/12)
  Yacht Tour to Bartolome & Snorkel
  Hotel Deja Vu or Similar ***
  
  Day 5 (25/12)
  Yacht tour to Plazas & Snorkel
  Hotel Deja Vu or Similar ***
  
  Day 6 (26/12)
  Transfer out to Baltra for your flight back to mainland END OF THE SERVICES
  
  Tour includes:
  5 nights at 3* hotels
  Certified Galapagos Guide on each island
  Snorkeling Gear & Wetsuit every day (short ones)
  1 way internal flight from Baltra to Cristobal (1 checked bag uo to 21 kilos per person)
  Breakfast every day from Day 2
  Lunch on Day 2,4,5
  Drop off in Baltra on day 6
  
  Not included:
  All NOT mentioned in program as included
  Gratuities
  Long Wetsuits or any special snorkel equipments beside of the standard gear we provide in program
  
  Price per person USD 2750
  
  December is peak season so better we act soon in order to be able to guarantee this departure and price.
  
  PDT: Day 1 works as shown if your drop off from the cruise in Baltra gets not later than 9 M at the Aiport , if not please let us know in advance
- K
  Kim
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  North Seymour, Santa Cruz Highlands and also Darwin Center.
  To be honest, the price you made is too expensive.
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Alice
Asked on February 9th, 2025
could you please advise on luggage options for the return flights from Quito to Baltra. Also how much do the flights cost, if you arrange for us?
Flights / Transfers
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  normally each guest bring 1 piece regarding the Air tickets to Galapagos. We can help you booking for $550 per person. to high season, it is necessary to book as soon as possible and also tickets at the same time
- A
  Alice
  Traveler•Written February 2025
  could you send me a detailed quote of package including air fares / flight times with extra baggage allowance (2 bags per person).
- A
  Alice
  Traveler•Written February 2025
  Is the $180 difference the cost of the extra bag each? Is this the part we pay locally? What is the weight limit per bag, please?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  usd 550 round trip ticket to Galapagos from Quito, it allows 1 checked bag up to 21 kilos per person. Then 90 usd for an extra bag per person also allows you 21 kilos so total usd 180 extra.
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Ray
Asked on January 24th, 2025
Are return flights from Quito included in the package? Are transfers to the airport included or do we need to arrange our own transport?
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Tour Details
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Flights are not included in the program. They can be booked at an extra cost of 490 per person (subject to availability). Transfer to the airport in Quito is extra, and we offer this service for USD 50 total for 2 people.
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Crystal
Asked on September 27th, 2022
Does your Galapagos Express Tour include roundtrip travel from Quito, or do we book those accommodations ourselves?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written September 2022
  This tour doesn't include Air tickets however we can book for you if need it. Depending of the date air ticket per person is usd 500.

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Galapagos Express 6 Days Island Hopping Tour

Itinerary

Quito to Galapagos Islands

Included Activities

Bartolome Island

Included Activities

South Plazas Island

Included Activities

North Seymour Island

Included Activities

Santa Fe Island

Included Activities

Galapagos Islands to Quito

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