8-Day Highlights of Quito and the Galapagos Islands + Air Ticket (Private Tour Group)

Our staff will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it at Quito airport. 

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Arrive at any time.

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Accommodation

Casa Aliso or similar one 

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Meals 

No meals 

Take included transportation into Quito to explore the historic city center -  Quito, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.

Take a walk at San Francisco Square and Church, the Independence Square and the main Cathedral, Presidential Palace, El Sagrario Church and one of the best examples of the baroque movement in South America, the iconic church; La Compañía de Jesus which is covered with the Gold leaf in its interior, the meticulous façade and the perfectly carved wooden door amuses its visitors every time.

In the afternoon, you will continue the journey at Mitad Del Mundo, or the "Middle of the Earth." This is where Ecuador's namesake, the equator, runs through the country. 

Have a chance to stand with a foot in each hemisphere. While here you'll learn about ancient Ecuadorian culture and try to balance the egg on a head of a nail in the Itiñan Museum.

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Accommodation

Casa Aliso or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast

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On this day, you’ll take an included flight 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador to the incredible Galapagos Islands! 

Your adventure begins with a visit to the remarkable Twin Craters in Galapagos. Here you can see the remnants of volcanic activity that shaped these islands. 

Early In the afternoon, you can admire legendary giant tortoises at private Reserve

Then, it’s time to explore the Charles Darwin Station, where you’ll find a collection of preserved specimens of plant life in the Galapagos. And in between all the excitement, enjoy a tasty lunch to keep you fueled for the next day of fun experiences.

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Accommodation

Fernandina or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast and Lunch

Visit a scenic walk to one of the largest white sand beaches in the Galapagos. -Tortuga Bay is a gorgeous beach accessible only by foot and filled with a variety of activities. A leisurely 45-minute path leads to the beach and along the way you may spot lava lizards, native birds, and massive marine iguanas.

­In the afternoon, take a scenic public boat ride to Isabela Island (2 hours), the largest island of the Archipelago.

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Accommodation

Cally or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast and Lunch

Heading for one of the most impressive natural wonders on Isabela Island–Sierra Negra Volcano, strap on your hiking boots and get ready to hike on a volcano! Sierra Negra, which last erupted in 2018 is one of the most active volcanoes in the Galapagos.

­ Arrive at a viewpoint where you’ll get to enjoy the breathtaking view from the rim of one of the largest and most active volcanic craters in the world.

­In the afternoon, we will take a short boat ride toward Islote Las Tintoreras where we will look for the famous Galapagos penguin, white tipped reef sharks, blue-footed boobies, sea turtles, and more!

Get back in the water for a snorkeling adventure where you will have the chance to swim with sea turtles, colorful fish, and manta rays, among other marine life.

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Accommodation

Cally or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast and Lunch

Take a short visit to see the famous Galapagos Flamingos; and learn about this pictures animals.

­Go ahead to the Arnaldo Tupiza breeding center, In this Breeding Center populations from South Isabela (Sierra Negra Volcano, Cerro Azul): Cazuela, Cinco Cerros, Roca Union, San Pedro, Tables and Cerro Paloma have been reproduced in captivity. In total there are 330 between juvenile and adult tortoises. 

­Take a speedboat back to Santa Cruz Island (2 hours). 

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Accommodation

Fernandina or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast and Lunch

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Take a boat to an uninhabited island to experience spectacular panoramic views of the island.

Explore the breathtaking landscapes and marine life of Pinzon Island, a haven for sea lions, dolphins, reef sharks, green sea turtles, and more. 

Snorkeling activity takes place about an hour to an hour and a half depends on the group and the place.

­Return to Puerto Ayora around 3:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Accommodation

Fernandina or similar one 

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Meals 

Breakfast & Lunch on board

The included transportation to Baltra airport, where you’ll catch your flight back to the mainland.  

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Meals 

Breakfast