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Journeys: From the Amazon to the Galápagos National Geographic

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4.5 (333 reviews)
  • Colourful colonial buildings line a steep cobblestone street in Quito’s historic centre with a hilltop statue in background.
  • Thatched jungle lodges surrounded by dense green rainforest with distant rolling hills under a bright sky
  • Sweeping aerial view of a fertile valley dotted with farms and a rugged Andean mountain range beneath dramatic clouds
  • Still mountain lake reflecting rugged peaks and a moody overcast sky in the Andean highlands
  • Young vendor standing in front of colorful woven textiles and handicrafts at a bustling market stall
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  • Close-up of neatly stacked, brightly colored Andean fabrics displaying intricate patterns
  • Vibrant red and brown threads stretched on a traditional loom in the middle of a weaving process
  • Old fishing boat tilted on turquoise waters with clear blue sky in the Galápagos.
  • Large Galápagos giant tortoise resting among mossy trees and grass.
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National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Quito

    Quito
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Royal Quito)

    Included Activities

    • Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
    Landmarks
    Quito
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Quito to Otavalo

    Quito to Otavalo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional specialities at Kawsaymi Community Lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Pinsaqui)

    Included Activities

    • Otavalo Handicrafts Market Visit
    • Kawsaymi Community Lunch
    Landmarks
    Otavalo Handicrafts Market
    Otavalo
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 3

    Otavalo to Papallacta

    Otavalo to Papallacta
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Termas de Papallacta)

    Included Activities

    • Otavalo Weaving Lesson
    • Papallacta Hot Springs Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Spa treatments at Papallacta Hot Springs Resort
    Landmarks
    Papallacta Hot Springs
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Papallacta to Tena

    Papallacta to Tena
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at El Quetzal Protected Forest restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Itamandi Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • El Quetzal Protected Forest Local Guide
    • Amazon Night Walk
    Landmarks
    El Quetzal Protected Forest
    Misahualli
    Arajuno River
  6. Day 5

    Tena

    Tena
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Homemade lunch at local Amazonian family home), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Itamandi Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Parrot Clay Lick Excursion
    • AmaZOOnico Animal Rescue Centre Visit
    • Amazon Home Experience
    Landmarks
    AmaZOOnico
  7. Day 6

    Tena to Baños

    Tena to Baños
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Sangay Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Orchids Botanical Garden

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking in the mountains
    • Soaking in thermal springs
    • Mountain biking
    • White-water rafting on the River Patate
    Landmarks
    Jardin Botanico Las Orquideas
    Tungurahua Volcano
    Baños
  8. Day 7

    Baños

    Baños
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Sangay Spa)

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking in the mountains
    • Soaking in thermal springs
    • Mountain biking adventure
    • White-water rafting on the River Patate
    Landmarks
    Baños
    River Patate
  9. Day 8

    Baños to Quito

    Baños to Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Royal Quito)

    Included Activities

    • Cotopaxi National Park Visit
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Cotopaxi Volcano
    Avenue of Volcanoes
  10. Day 9

    Quito

    Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Royal Quito)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos

    Optional Activities

    • Day trip to Mindo cloud forest
    • Optional group dinner at a local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Mariscal neighborhood
    Mindo Cloud Forest
  11. Day 10

    Quito

    Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (NH Collection Royal Quito)

    Included Activities

    • Quito City Tour
    • Itiñan Museum Visit
    Landmarks
    Plaza Grande
    La Compañía de Jesus
    San Francisco Plaza
    Itiñan Museum
  12. Day 11

    Quito to Santa Cruz Island

    Quito to Santa Cruz Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at organic farm)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Barranco)

    Included Activities

    • Organic Farm Visit
    Landmarks
    Santa Cruz Island
    Baltra
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 12

    Santa Cruz Island

    Santa Cruz Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Barranco)

    Included Activities

    • Galápagos Wildlife Excursion
    Landmarks
    Bartolomé Island
    North Seymour Island
    South Plaza Island
    Santa Fé Island
  14. Day 13

    Santa Cruz Island

    Santa Cruz Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Barranco)

    Included Activities

    • Tortuga Bay and Playa Mansa Excursion
    • Fausto Llerena Breeding Center & Charles Darwin Research Station Visit
    • Free Time
    Landmarks
    Tortuga Bay
    Playa Mansa
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
  15. Day 14

    Santa Cruz Island to San Cristóbal Island

    Santa Cruz Island to San Cristóbal Island
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Casa Opuntia)

    Included Activities

    • Interpretation Centre and Tijeretas Visit
    Landmarks
    San Cristóbal Island
    Tijeretas Viewpoint
  16. Day 15

    San Cristóbal Island

    San Cristóbal Island
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Casa Opuntia)

    Optional Activities

    • Boat trip to Kicker Rock with snorkeling
    • San Cristóbal 360 tour circling the island's secluded bays
    • Stroll oceanfront boardwalk
    • Relax at a waterfront café
    • Optional group dinner celebration
    Landmarks
    Kicker Rock
    San Cristóbal Island
  17. Day 16

    San Cristóbal Island to Quito

    San Cristóbal Island to Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Quito

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  • NH Collection Royal Quito

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  • Hotel Pinsaqui

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  • Hotel Termas de Papallacta

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  • Hotel Sangay Spa

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  • Hotel Barranco

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  • Hotel Casa Opuntia

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