Day 1: Arrive Guayaquil, Ecuador
Arrive in Guayaquil to begin your Galápagos adventure. Settle into your hotel and relax.

Day 2: Guayaquil/The Galápagos | On Board ‘Eclipse’
After a private welcome breakfast and briefing, depart the hotel to visit the Ecua-Andino Panama Hat Factory to learn about the fine craftsmanship required to make this iconic headgear. Next, transfer to the airport for your flight to the Galápagos. Upon arrival, you are met by your naturalist guides and escorted to a vehicle that whisks you to the pier to board ‘Eclipse,’ your home for the seven-night cruise at the heart of your itinerary. Nimble enough to access the Galápagos Islands, yet large and stable enough for safety, it is a vessel built for adventure, offering a stylish and relaxed atmosphere. ‘Eclipse’ is ecologically sound as well and has been awarded the “Smart Voyager” seal of approval by the Rainforest Alliance, certifying it as eco-friendly and socially responsible. After settling in, attend an introductory briefing and a fitting for your wetsuit and snorkeling gear.

Days 3-8: The Galápagos | Spectacularly Diverse Wildlife
Lying about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands are a haven for some of the world’s most varied wildlife. It was this diversity that first led naturalist Charles Darwin to propose that species evolved in response to their environment. Darwin’s work also helped to alert the world to the need — urgent even in his own day — to preserve these islands from degradation by humans. Today, tourism to the Galápagos is closely managed, protecting the wildlife and allowing you to experience the environment much as Darwin did. Because weather, water and wildlife conditions are subject to constant change, your islands itinerary is not fixed, but two daily excursions are planned to the main sites and islands. Explore landmarks such as Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island, El Barranco on Genovesa Island, Pinnacle Rock on Bartolome Island and the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island. Each cruise day begins with an early breakfast, perhaps taken al fresco on ‘Eclipse’s’ spacious deck. You then board a sturdy rubber raft called a panga for the morning shore excursion. As soon as your feet touch terra firma, expect to spot flora and fauna (all different depending on the island), take photographs and confer with your naturalist guide. See sunbathing sea lions; skittering Sally Lightfoot crabs; tangles of marine iguanas; penguins, finches, terns and blue-footed boobies; even a century-old tortoise diligently trudging over the sand. Return to ‘Eclipse’ for a refreshing lunch, followed by time at leisure to nap or socialize on deck. Keep your binoculars close by for a possible sighting of whales or seabirds. In the afternoon, return to the pangas for the second excursion of the day, perhaps with an opportunity to swim, kayak or snorkel. You may well come face to face with a water-dwelling inhabitant, such as a curious dolphin or sea lion stopping by to inspect the visitors to its equatorial home. Back on board ‘Eclipse’ for the evening, there is time to shower and relax before gathering in the dining room for another wonderful meal. In the evening, your time is your own: attend a lecture on board by one of your affable guides, recapping the day’s sights and gaining a sneak peek at tomorrow’s itinerary; explore the mysteries of the night sky with a fascinating astronomy lecture on deck; peruse the ship’s excellent library; or gather for cocktails in the lounge to cap a day of extraordinary discoveries. Drift asleep in your air-conditioned cabin to the rise and fall of gentle ocean swells, awakening refreshed the next morning ready for a new day of adventure.

Day 9: Guayaquil | Panama Hats & Farewell Dinner
After a leisurely morning, disembark your cruise and board your flight to Guayaquil, and then transfer to your hotel. Later, share the highlights of your inspiring Galápagos experience with fellow guests during a farewell dinner at your hotel’s elegant Portofino Restaurant.

Day 10: Depart Guayaquil
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight or set out for Lima to begin the Machu Picchu Post-Tour Extension.

Day 1: Your adventure begins in Guayaguil
Day 2: Fly to the Galápagos Islands and embark your Galápagos cruise
Day 3: Going for the views atop Genovesa Island
Day 4: Intriguing wildlife & lava on Santiago Island
Day 5: Meet the Galápagos young islands – Islas Isabela & Fernandina
Day 6: Checking out volcanic Urbina Bay on Isabela
Day 7: Exploring Rabida & Santa Cruz Islands
Day 8: Back to Guayaquil as your Galápagos cruise ends
Day 9: Your Galápagos cruise ends

Day 1: Arrive in Quito, Ecuador
Day 2: Standing in two hemispheres at once in Quito
Day 3: Galápagos adventures begin on Baltra & Santa Cruz
Day 4: Tropical birds on Isabela & a lava walk on Fernandina
Day 5: Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay & Darwin Lake
Day 6: Darwin Research Station & more on Santa Cruz Island
Day 7: Post Office Bay & Punta Cormorant on Floreana Island
Day 8: Disembark at Baltra & fly to the mainlaind
Day 9: Journey’s end

Day 1 (QUITO):
Meet and Greet
Transfer – Private – Airport – Vehicle/Guide/Driver

Day 2 (QUITO TO GALAPAGOS TO SANTA CRUZ ISLAND):
Transfer – Private – Airport – Vehicle/Driver
Air – Quito – Galapagos [Connecting in Guayaquil] – Economy
Airline Ticket Information – Ticket
VIP Airport Arrival Service from Galapagos Safari Camp – VIP Room
Seeking Giant Tortoises (Arrival Day at Galapagos Safari Camp) – Guide
National Park Fee – National Park Fee

Day 3 (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND):
Cruising to a neighbouring island

Day 4 (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND):
Another day to enjoy cruising to a neighbouring island

Day 5 (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND):
Another day to enjoy cruising to a neighbouring island

Day 6 (SANTA CRUZ ISLAND TO GALAPAGOS TO QUITO):
Sunrise Walk and Departure (Galapagos Safari Camp Departure Day)
VIP Airport Departure Service from Galapagos Safari Camp – VIP Room
Air – Galapagos – Quito [Connecting in Guayaquil] – Economy
Transfer – Private – Airport – Vehicle/Driver

Day 7 (QUITO):
Transfer – Private – Airport – Vehicle/Driver
NOTE: Quito International Departure Tax (not included)

Day 2 (GUAYAQUIL TO GALAPAGOS CRUISE TO BALTRA ISLAND TO SANTA CRUZ ISLAND):
Transfer – Airport – Vehicle/Driver
Air – Guayaquil – Galapagos [(2 hrs)] – Economy
Tourist Transit Card
National Park Entrance Fee
Airport to Port – Coach/Driver
Embarkation
Las Bachas

Day 3 (SANTIAGO ISLAND TO GALAPAGOS CRUISE):
Buccaneer Cove & Puerto Egas

Day 4 (BARTOLOME ISLAND TO GALAPAGOS CRUISE):
Rabida Island & Bartolome Island

Day 5 (GENOVESA ISLAND TO GALAPAGOS CRUISE):
Prince Philip’s Steps & Darwin Bay

Day 6 (SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND TO QUITO TO GALAPAGOS):
Disembarkation
Optional: Cerro Colorado
Airport – Coach/Driver
Transfer – Private – Airport – Vehicle/Driver
Air – Galapagos – Quito [Connecting in Guayaquil] – Economy
Private – Colonial Quito & the Middle of the World Tour (with Lunch) (5 hrs) – Vehicle/Guide/Driver

Day 7 (QUITO TO MINDO):
Transfer – Shared – Quito – Mashpi Vehicle/Guide/Driver

Day 8 (QUITO TO MINDO):
Shared – Mashpi Lodge 3n/4d tours

Day 9 (QUITO TO MINDO):
Shared – Mashpi Lodge 3n/4d tours

Day 10 (QUITO):
Transfer – Shared – Mashpi -Quito Vehicle/Guide/Driver