8-Day Tour of Quito and Galapagos Islands

8 days
About this activity
Day 1: Arrival to Quito City (D)

Arrival in Quito to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. You can arrive at any time.

Overnight and dinner in Quito.

Day 2: Galapagos Islands and Charles Darwin Station (B, L, D)

In the morning we take a flight to Galapagos Islands. Then we'll travel to Santa Cruz Island on a motor boat.

During the afternoon we'll visit to the Charles Darwin Station.

Overnight and dinner in Galapagos.

Day 3: Galapagos Islands and Bay Tour (B, L, D)

In the morning after breakfast we'll visit: Shark Cannal, Iguana Beach, Love cannal and finally, we will visit Punta Estrada Beach.

In the afternoon enjoy Puerto Ayora city tour and visit the Bay of Nymphs and Spring Craft.

Overnight and dinner in Galapagos.

Day 4: Galapagos Islands and Garrapatero Beach (B, L, D)

In the morning visit one of the fabulous beaches of the Galapagos Islands, Garrapatero Beach at 40 kilometers.

City of Puerto Ayora, this wonderful beach has white sand and turquoise waters surrounded by mangroves. A short distance away is a quiet little lake with ducks and flamingos.

Overnight and dinner in Galapagos.

Day 5: Quito City and Handicraft Market (B, L, D)

In the morning take a motor boat from Santa Cruz Island to Baltra to take our flight back to Quito city.

In the afternoon visit one of the local handicraft markets of the city.

Overnight and dinner in Quito.

Day 6: Cotopaxi National Park and Limpiopungo Lagoon (B, L, D)

In the morning visit Cotopaxi National Park, considered the highest active volcano in the world at 19357feet high.

In the afternoon take a traditional lunch at “Los Chillos Valley”.

Overnight and dinner in Quito.

Day 7: Equator Tour and Old Quito City (B, L, D)

In the morning visit “Ciudad mitad del mundo” and Intiñan Museum in the Equator.

After lunch we will take a city tour in Quito visiting the Independence Square, San Francisco Church, The Church of the Campania, The Cathedral.

Overnight and dinner in Quito.

Day 8: Departure

In the morning before breakfast, transfer to the Mariscal Sucre International Airport to leave Ecuador.
Included
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Local taxes
  • National Park fees
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • All activities
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • Port pickup
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Private tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Airport/Departure Tax
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • DVD (available to purchase)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
75% Aquatic
20%
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