Cruising the Galápagos Islands
Journeys on lunar-like landscapes. Walks over solidified lava. Underwater interactions with incredible creatures.
As you explore the geologically diverse Galápagos Islands via your boutique expedition ship, you just might find yourself wondering if you’ve somehow sailed off to an entirely different planet.
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Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Quito
Take a tour of Quito
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Independence Plaza
- Government Palace
Visit the Church of la Compañía de Jesús
Take an excursion to the equatorial line
Visit the Intiñan Museum and witness the natural forces at work near the equator
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Day 3: Quito • Baltra Island • North Seymour Island
Depart on a four-day cruise of the Galápagos Islands (Note: You’ll sleep on the ship for the next three nights)
Sail to North Seymour Island
Take a nature hike on North Seymour Island
Go snorkeling
Sail overnight to Bartolomé Island
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Day 4: Bartolomé Island • Santiago Island
Take a nature walk on Bartolomé Island, home to Pinnacle Rock
Go snorkeling at Bartolomé Island
Sail to Santiago Island
Take a hike at Sullivan Bay, an area covered in solidified lava flows
Enjoy beach time and snorkeling at Sullivan Bay
Sail overnight to San Cristóbal Island
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Day 5: San Cristóbal Island
Hike up a volcanic structure known as a tuff cone
See some of the Galápagos Islands’ iconic bird species
Go snorkeling or kayaking at the tip of the island
Enjoy a nature walk on Cerro Brujo, a white sand beach with a volcanic landscape
Go snorkeling at Cerro Brujo
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Day 6: San Cristóbal Island • Quito
Disembark from the ship
Visit the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve to witness the archipelago’s most iconic creature
Fly to Quito
Enjoy free time in the morning on San Cristóbal Island
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Day 7: Quito • Depart for home
Take a day trip to Otavalo
Enjoy a demonstration from a local artisan
Explore the local market
Visit a waterfall in Cotacachi
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Day 8: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Quito
Take a tour of Quito
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Independence Plaza
- Government Palace
Visit the Church of la Compañía de Jesús
Take an excursion to the equatorial line
Visit the Intiñan Museum and witness the natural forces at work near the equator
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Day 3: Quito • Baltra Island • North Seymour Island
Depart on a four-day cruise of the Galápagos Islands (Note: You’ll sleep on the ship for the next three nights)
Sail to North Seymour Island
Take a nature hike on North Seymour Island
Go snorkeling
Sail overnight to Bartolomé Island
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Day 4: Bartolomé Island • Santiago Island
Take a nature walk on Bartolomé Island, home to Pinnacle Rock
Go snorkeling at Bartolomé Island
Sail to Santiago Island
Take a hike at Sullivan Bay, an area covered in solidified lava flows
Enjoy beach time and snorkeling at Sullivan Bay
Sail overnight to San Cristóbal Island
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Day 5: San Cristóbal Island
Hike up a volcanic structure known as a tuff cone
See some of the Galápagos Islands’ iconic bird species
Go snorkeling or kayaking at the tip of the island
Enjoy a nature walk on Cerro Brujo, a white sand beach with a volcanic landscape
Go snorkeling at Cerro Brujo
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Day 6: San Cristóbal Island • Quito
Disembark from the ship
Visit the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve to witness the archipelago’s most iconic creature
Fly to Quito
Enjoy free time in the morning on San Cristóbal Island
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Day 7: Quito • Depart for home
Take a day trip to Otavalo
Enjoy a demonstration from a local artisan
Explore the local market
Visit a waterfall in Cotacachi
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Day 8: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; 2 internal flights
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Hotels
3 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms; 3 nights cabin accommodations
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 3 meals daily and soft drinks package during cruise
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director; Galápagos Islands exploration (land and sea) with expert naturalists
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Entrances
Church of la Compañía de Jesús; Intiñan Museum; poncho weaving demonstration; Peguche Waterfall
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.