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Your exclusive Ecuador and Galapagos package has been designed for a seamless and luxurious travel experience. This holiday includes return international flights from major UK airports to Quito (UIO), as well as return internal flights between Quito and Baltra (GPS), the gateway to the Galapagos Islands. All airport, hotel, and port transfers are included throughout your journey, ensuring stress-free transitions between locations.
Accommodation consists of 3 nights in a premium room at the 4-star Hotel Mama Cuchara in Quito on a bed and breakfast basis, and a 4-night all-inclusive cruise aboard the 5-star M/Y Grand Majestic yacht. Meals are included as specified in the day-by-day itinerary, which generally covers all meals during the cruise and breakfast in Quito. All guided excursions with a certified naturalist guide in the Galapagos, as well as the Quito city tour, are also part of your package. Please note that the Galapagos National Park entrance fee (currently $100 USD per person) and the Ingala Transit Control Card ($20 USD per person) are typically paid locally and are not included. Gratuities for guides and crew are also at your discretion.
For your complete peace of mind, this holiday is fully ATOL and TTA protected. This ensures that your money is 100% financially secure from the moment you book until you return home. Our travel experts are on hand to assist with any queries before and during your trip.
Unrivalled Wildlife Encounters
The Galapagos Islands offer a wildlife experience unlike any other on Earth. Because the animals have evolved without natural predators, they show no fear of humans. Consequently, you can observe sea lions, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies from incredibly close quarters. It is an immersive and profound connection with the natural world, providing unparalleled photographic opportunities and memories that will last forever. This is nature in its most pristine and authentic state.
Luxury Small-Ship Cruising
Exploring the Galapagos aboard the M/Y Grand Majestic elevates your journey. With a maximum of 16 guests, this luxury yacht offers an intimate and personalised experience. Furthermore, its smaller size grants access to exclusive coves and landing sites that are off-limits to larger vessels. You will enjoy spacious suites, gourmet dining, and expert service, ensuring that your adventure through Darwin’s archipelago is as comfortable as it is spectacular. It is the definitive way to see the islands.
A Tale of Two Worlds
This itinerary masterfully blends two distinct yet equally captivating destinations. You begin in the high-altitude splendour of Quito, a city brimming with UNESCO World Heritage sites and rich colonial history. Then, you are transported to the primal, volcanic landscapes of the Galapagos. This contrast between culture and untamed nature creates a wonderfully balanced and deeply enriching travel experience, offering a comprehensive insight into the treasures of Ecuador.
Seamless, All-Inclusive Journey
From the moment you depart, every detail is handled by our team. All international and internal flights, private transfers, luxury accommodations, guided tours, and most meals are included. This leaves you free to fully immerse yourself in the experience without worrying about logistics. Additionally, with full ATOL and TTA protection, you can travel with complete confidence knowing your investment is secure. This is truly effortless exploration at its finest.
Your adventure begins with your arrival at Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). A dedicated representative will greet you and provide a comfortable private transfer to the elegant Hotel Mama Cuchara, nestled in the heart of the city’s historic colonial centre. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to settle in, relax, and perhaps take a gentle stroll to acclimatise to the 2,850-metre altitude. This peaceful first evening sets the stage for the incredible discoveries that lie ahead on your journey through Ecuador.
After a delicious breakfast, you’ll embark on a fascinating day of discovery. First, a trip to the famous ‘Mitad del Mundo’ or ‘Middle of the World’ monument, where you can stand on the equatorial line with one foot in each hemisphere. Subsequently, you’ll return to Quito for a guided tour of its UNESCO-listed Old Town. You will explore magnificent sites like the Plaza de la Independencia and the breathtakingly ornate, gold-leaf interior of the Compaรฑรญa de Jesรบs church, absorbing the city’s rich history and vibrant culture.
An early start sees you transferred to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island in the Galapagos. Upon landing, the change in environment is immediate and thrilling. You will be welcomed by your naturalist guide and transferred to the M/Y Grand Majestic. After settling into your luxurious suite and enjoying lunch, you will make your first wet landing at Bachas Beach. Here, you’ll spot flamingos, sea turtles, and various shorebirds, a perfect introduction to the islands’ incredible biodiversity before your first dinner onboard.
Today is dedicated to Genovesa Island, a haven for birdwatchers. In the morning, you’ll explore Darwin Bay, home to vast colonies of Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, and swooping frigatebirds with their inflated red pouches. In the afternoon, you’ll ascend Prince Philip’s Steps, a rocky path leading to a plateau. Here, you can observe storm petrels in their thousands and potentially spot the elusive short-eared owl. The sheer density and diversity of birdlife on this one island is an unforgettable spectacle.
The day begins with a visit to the otherworldly landscapes of Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island. You will walk across a vast, barren field of pahoehoe lava that flowed less than 150 years ago, a stark reminder of the islands’ volcanic origins. In the afternoon, you’ll sail to Bartolome Island. Here, a climb to its summit reveals the iconic panoramic view of Pinnacle Rock and the surrounding bays. It is one of the most famous and photographed vistas in the entire archipelago, and a perfect spot for snorkelling with penguins.
Today’s adventure takes you to the lush highlands of Santa Cruz Island in search of a true Galapagos icon: the giant tortoise. Observing these majestic, ancient creatures roaming freely in their natural habitat is a deeply moving experience. Later, you will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora. Here, you will learn about the crucial conservation work and breeding programs that are helping to preserve the unique species of the Galapagos for future generations.
Your final morning in the islands is spent at North Seymour, a small, flat island teeming with life. It is one of the best places to witness the comical courtship dance of the blue-footed booby and to see magnificent frigatebirds displaying their huge, scarlet gular sacs. After this final, memorable excursion, you will be transferred to Baltra Airport for your flight back to the mainland. Upon arriving in Quito, a transfer will take you to Hotel Mama Cuchara for your last night.
Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel, reflecting on the incredible journey you have undertaken. At the designated time, a private driver will transfer you to Mariscal Sucre International Airport for your international flight home, carrying with you memories of the unique wildlife and captivating culture of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
All prices are per person based on two adults sharing. Includes return flights and accommodation. Click any month to enquire.
| ✈ Flights | Return flights from UK included |
| 🧳 Baggage | 23kg checked baggage |
| 🏛 Hotel | 8 nights 5-star accommodation |
| 🚌 Transfers | Private airport transfers |
| ✈ Airport Taxes | All airport taxes included |
| 💳 Deposit | 30% per person to secure booking |
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