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One of the most magnificent countries in Latin America....Ecuador has everything, history, culture, archaeological sites, nature, beautiful people and something very unique....Galapagos Islands.....

Galapagos with the M/V Explorer  

8 days visiting Quito, Otavalo  & the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V Explorer for 3 nights plus extension to the Amazon Rain Forest (Kapawi)

M/V Explorer   12 days visiting Quito, Otavalo & Cruising the Galapagos Islands for 7 nights.

Galapagos with the M/V Legend  

8 days Cruising Galapagos aboard the M/V Legend and visiting Quito and surroundings areas.

Galapagos & the Amazon Rain Forest New !

12 days visiting the Amazon Rain forest aboard the Manatee, cruising Galapagos for 4 days and exploring Quito for 3 days.

Galapagos with the M/V Santa Cruz  

8 days Cruising the Galapagos Islands for 5 days and visiting Guayaquil, Quito and Otavalo.

Galapagos Explorer & Machu Picchu

with 5 star hotels, tours & cruise  for a total of 14 days visiting Quito, Otavalo, Galapagos, Lima, Cuzco & Machu Picchu. 

Galapagos, The Legend & Machu Picchu  

14 day program Cruising Galapagos for 8 days and then visit Cuzco and Machu Picchu (The Lost City of the Inkas) for 6 more days.

Highlands of Ecuador   

8 days visiting Quito, Otavalo & Riobamba.

Short visit to Galapagos and Machu Picchu

10 days/9 nights ...for those people on the run ....Guayaquil, Galapagos, Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu

Ecuadorian Journey 

17 days visiting Quito, the Amazon, Cuenca, Riobamba & Kapawi..... It is a program to visit all Ecuador.

Ecuador & Galapagos    

Cruise Galapagos for 7 nights aboard the deluxe yachts Eric, Letty, Flamingo & visit Quito for 2 more nights.

Extension to the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest...La Selva Jungle Lodge, Kapawi, The Manatee River boat....

Extension to Lima, Cuzco & Machu Picchu for Ecuador trips only...

Extension to Salinas Beach Barcelo Colon Miramar 4 days/3 nights -Daily departures from Guayaquil -Great all inclusive...

PLEASE BE ADVISE - The USA airport departure taxes, fuel surcharges and security...are going up every day.....some airlines are charging right now about $340 per person. Also, airline tickets may need to be issue upon reservation and pay in full.....we will advise you  at the time of placing reservations.

 

 

 

GALAPAGOS ABOARD THE M/V LEGEND

 

 

Visiting Quito, Otavalo and cruise around the

Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V LEGEND

US$3,094 including air from Miami

DAY 01 FRI. MIAMI-QUITO:  

Depart Miami for Quito, Ecuador. After going through customs and immigration, you will be transferred to the new hotel Dann Carlton or Alameda Real.

DAY 02 SAT. QUITO: 

Afternoon drive along the northern residential section and see the impressive Parliament Building. Then stroll downtown to visit the colonial temple and monasteries designated by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. Visit San Augustine Convent with its colonial cloisters, coffered ceilings and vast collection of paintings. Continue to the Independence Plaza flanked by the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, Municipal Building and Archbishop's Palace. Next, visit the great church and Monastery of San Francisco with the Virgin of Quito at its main altar. Your scenic tour ends at a lookout point with a great view of Quito (B)

DAY 03 SUN. OTAVALO COUNTRY TOUR & MARKET:  

This excursion goes north, to the land of the Otavalos and South America’s most famous Indian fair along the Panamericana Highway through dramatic mountain scenery to the textile market of Otavalo, where guests will enjoy visiting the many stalls full of ponchos, scarves, blankets, wall hangings, woven belts (fajas), hats, handbags and much more. Here Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the raucous noise of other markets; take your time to negotiate the best bargains. Then, proceed to Peguche, an Indian village very near Otavalo that is home to the artisans who do the weaving in their homes; guests can learn about their culture and everyday life and then take the cobblestone road to San Pablo, with a stop along the way at a weaving workshop specialized in fine back strap loom woven textiles. Lunch is at one of the charming country inns or haciendas of the area.
Return to Quito and to hotel Dann Carlton or Alameda Real. (B,L)

DAY 04 MON. QUITO-GALAPAGOS-M/V LEGEND 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Galapagos. Welcome at Baltra Airport . Briefing on ship's facilities at lounge given by guides as well as National Park. Safety drill practice with passengers, crew and guides.
Afternoon visit North Seymour Island . After a dry landing guests will encounter Swallow Tailed Gulls and Sea Lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony for Blue Footed Boobies, and the largest colony of the Magnificent Frigate Bird. (a different species from the Great Frigate Bird). Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the Marine Iguanas and Land Iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites. (B,L,D)
DAY 05 TUE. GALAPAGOS 

Morning at Genovesa Island . Best known as “the island of birds.” Passengers enjoy the safe harbor of being anchored deep within the cater formed bay. A dry landing at El Barranco (Prince Philip's Steps). Passengers will walk on lava terrain observing Red Footed Boobies, Frigates, and the fragrant Palo Santo trees. Thousands of Storm Petrels can be seen hovering over the open expanses. Your second visit is a refreshing wet landing, travelers visit Darwin Bay . Visitors will enjoy observing the Red-Footed Boobies, Frigates, Sea Lions, Lava Gulls, Night Herons, and Fiddler Crabs at this site. This site also offers snorkeling in the bay to observe sharks and rays at a safe distance. Passengers never forget the beaches on this island. (B,L,D)
DAY 06 WED. GALAPAGOS 

Española Island . Travelers enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing visitors will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields.. Aside from the Sea Lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird watching. As soon as visitors step foot on this island many species can be spotted and observed up close. Among the many species, the Hooded Mocking bird and Red Billed Tropic Bird can be seen. Travelers will also spot a large colony of Marine Iguanas, Lava Lizards, and the colorful Sally Light Foot Crabs. After a short trek visitors encounter colonies of masked and blue-footed boobies. Nesting grounds sometimes overlap the trail. Visitors will also find Galapagos Doves, Hawks and Swallow-Tailed Gulls. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of Waved Albatross (15000 approx.), Their mating rituals are a highlight. Nearing the end of this excursion passengers will visit the famous blowhole, where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.). 
Afternoon at San Cristóbal Island . Dry landing at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Here passengers visit the Interpretation Center providing travelers an opportunity to learn about the natural and human history of the islands through an hour-long interactive presentation. There is some time to shop in town. (B,L,D)
DAY 07 THU. GALAPAGOS-QUITO Morning arrival at Black Turtle Cove located near Las Bachas beach in the north of Santa Cruz Island . This excursion provides passengers with a “panga” ride though the mangrove, during which the outboard motor of the small boat is turned off. This allows for the close observation of Sea Turtles, White Tipped Reef Sharks, Spotted Eagle Rays, and Yellow Rays. Transfer to the airport for flight to Quito with transfer to hotel Dann Carlton.

DAY 08 FRI. QUITO-MIAMI:  

Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami and homeward bound. (B)

(SEE OPTIONAL TO CUZCO AND MACHU PICCHU AT THE END OF THIS PAGE)

INCLUDING:  

Round trip airfare from Miami to Quito via American Airlines. Meeting and transfer service.  Tours as noted in itinerary including entrance fees and English speaking naturalist guides.  Hotel Dann Carlton or Alameda for 4 nights including room taxes and service charges with Buffet Breakfast.  The 4 day/3 night Galapagos Cruise aboard the M/V Legend –outside SUPERIOR cabins-with 2 lower berths. Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. · Airfare from  Quito to  Baltra Island via Tame Airlines. Tips to airport porters.

NOT INCLUDED:  

Services not mentioned in itinerary; Passport fees; Galapagos National Park Tax upon entry $100; $10 immigration card to enter Galapagos; Airport departure taxes of $2.00 to $5.00 for local flights in Ecuador; Insurance;  Tips to hotel porters and tour guides; USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges/airport tax of $340 (this is to be paid here in USA at the moment of issuing your airline tickets); Ecuador airport departure tax of $30 to 40 depending on airport; new fuel surcharge for all Galapagos cruises ...about $30 per day (we will advise you at the time of making reservations).

DEPOSITS:  

US$350.00 per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 65 days before departure.

INSURANCE: 

Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$235-305. Please see information on the Insurance section..(click here)

CANCELLATIONS:  

* From Jan.01 to Mar.31 and from Jun.15 to Aug.15 -please add $100 per person (high season for the air portion). From Dec.09 to 31 -please add $300 per person.

Children rate based –sharing room with 2 adults.

Note: Upgrade to Junior Suite for $196 per person. For the Legend suites add $520 per person.

ADD-ONS &  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

For same package add $180 from ORL, TPA, JAX, FMY and Zone 1; $220 from ATL;  add $250 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, RDU, WAS, + Zone 3 - - Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DTT; - Add $330 from DEN, DFW, HOU, MSY, SJU ZONE 2 & 4; Add $390 from LAX, SFO + ZONE 5; Add $410 from Zone 6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

US$4,093 including air from Miami

DAY 01 FRI. MIAMI-QUITO:  

Depart Miami for Quito, Ecuador. After going through customs and immigration, you will be transferred to the new hotel Dann Carlton or Mercure Alameda.

DAY 02 SAT. QUITO: 

Afternoon drive along the northern residential section and see the impressive Parliament Building. Then stroll downtown to visit the colonial temple and monasteries designated by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. Visit San Augustine Convent with its colonial cloisters, coffered ceilings and vast collection of paintings. Continue to the Independence Plaza flanked by the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, Municipal Building and Archbishop's Palace. Next, visit the great church and Monastery of San Francisco with the Virgin of Quito at its main altar. Your scenic tour ends at a lookout point with a great view of Quito (B)

DAY 03 SUN. OTAVALO COUNTRY TOUR & MARKET:  

This excursion goes north, to the land of the Otavalos and South America’s most famous Indian fair along the Pan-American Highway through dramatic mountain scenery to the textile market of Otavalo, where guests will enjoy visiting the many stalls full of ponchos, scarves, blankets, wall hangings, woven belts, hats, handbags and much more. Here Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the raucous noise of other markets; take your time to negotiate the best bargains. Then, proceed to Peguche, an Indian village very near Otavalo that is home to the artisans who do the weaving in their homes; guests can learn about their culture and everyday life and then take the cobblestone road to San Pablo, with a stop along the way at a weaving workshop specialized in fine backstrap loom woven textiles. Lunch is at one of the charming country inns or haciendas of the area.
Return to Quito and to hotel Dann Carlton or Alameda Real. (B,L)

DAY 04 MON. QUITO-GALAPAGOS-M/V LEGEND 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Galapagos. Welcome at Baltra Airport . Briefing on ship's facilities at lounge given by guides as well as National Park. Safety drill practice with passengers, crew and guides.
Afternoon visit North Seymour Island . After a dry landing guests will encounter Swallow Tailed Gulls and Sea Lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony for Blue Footed Boobies, and the largest colony of the Magnificent Frigate Bird. (a different species from the Great Frigate Bird). Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the Marine Iguanas and Land Iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites. (B,L,D)

More information about the Legend
DAY 05 TUE. GALAPAGOS 

Morning at Genovesa Island . Best known as “the island of birds.” Passengers enjoy the safe harbor of being anchored deep within the cater formed bay. A dry landing at El Barranco (Prince Philip's Steps). Passengers will walk on lava terrain observing Red Footed Boobies, Frigates, and the fragrant Palo Santo trees. Thousands of Storm Petrels can be seen hovering over the open expanses. Your second visit is a refreshing wet landing, travelers visit Darwin Bay . Visitors will enjoy observing the Red-Footed Boobies, Frigates, Sea Lions, Lava Gulls, Night Herons, and Fiddler Crabs at this site. This site also offers snorkeling in the bay to observe sharks and rays at a safe distance. Passengers never forget the beaches on this island. (B,L,D)
DAY 06 WED. GALAPAGOS 

Española Island . Travelers enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing visitors will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields.. Aside from the Sea Lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird watching. As soon as visitors step foot on this island many species can be spotted and observed up close. Among the many species, the Hooded Mocking bird and Red Billed Tropic Bird can be seen. Travelers will also spot a large colony of Marine Iguanas, Lava Lizards, and the colorful Sally Light Foot Crabs. After a short trek visitors encounter colonies of masked and blue-footed boobies. Nesting grounds sometimes overlap the trail. Visitors will also find Galapagos Doves, Hawks and Swallow-Tailed Gulls. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of Waved Albatross (15000 approx.), Their mating rituals are a highlight. Nearing the end of this excursion passengers will visit the famous blowhole, where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.). 
Afternoon at San Cristóbal Island . Dry landing at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Here passengers visit the Interpretation Center providing travelers an opportunity to learn about the natural and human history of the islands through an hour-long interactive presentation. There is some time to shop in town. (B,L,D)
DAY 07 THU. GALAPAGOS-QUITO

Morning arrival at Black Turtle Cove located near Las Bachas beach in the north of Santa Cruz Island . This excursion provides passengers with a “panga” ride though the mangrove, during which the outboard motor of the small boat is turned off. This allows for the close observation of Sea Turtles, White Tipped Reef Sharks, Spotted Eagle Rays, and Yellow Rays. Transfer to the airport for flight to Quito with transfer to hotel Dann Carlton or Mercure Alameda.

DAY 08 FRI. QUITO-COCA-AMAZON-Manatee Amazon Explorer
Transfer to the airport for flight to Francisco de Orellana (Coca). The transfer to the Napo River port then the motorized canoe ride downstream will be approximately one hour and 30 minutes. Once aboard the Manatee Amazon Explorer will start navigating downstream. The courteous crew will attend to your needs and the guides will introduce you to the surprising Amazon world, its people, more than 600 species of birds, and hundreds of botanical wonders. The Manatee sails along different ecosystems and important natural reserves such as the Yasuní National Park and the Limoncocha Biological Reserve. (B,L,D)

More information about the Manatee
DAY 09 SAT. AMAZON RAIN FOREST-Manatee Amazon Explorer
Parrots and the Limoncocha Biological Reserve
Early departure by motor canoe to visit a very special corner of the jungle, the clay banks of the river where different species of parrots gather daily to eat this clay that helps them digest the seeds they feed on, it is quite a sight, colorful and noisy! Then, back aboard the Manatee to sail upriver and reach one of the tributaries of the Napo to observe the flora and fauna, the surprising pygmy monkeys and then a trek to the facilities of what used to be South America's Summer Institute of Linguistics in Limoncocha, currently the only Biological Reserve of Ecuador.
Upon reaching the Limoncocha Lake, we will board a canoe and travel along the banks of this marshy ecosystem, where over 470 species of birds have been recorded. There is a possibility to fish for piranha, and for a short walk. At night, it is possible to observe the black caimans that inhabit the lagoon; quite an experience... Late return to the Manatee for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)
DAY 10 SUN. AMAZON RAIN FOREST-Manatee Amazon Explorer
Culture / The Amazonian man / Giants of the Forest
The adventure today begins with a visit to the Museum of Pompeya, a small archaeological sample with Amazonian funeral urns that date back several centuries, as well as utensils and ways of life of the ancient denizens of the rain forest, which can still be seen today. We will also have the opportunity to see the giant trees of the Amazon, like the kapok, which rises over the forest canopy to more than 40 meters high, with huge, protruding roots. Guests can also try rowing the canoes on a tranquil tributary of the Napo River up to the house of a native family, to share a moment with them and learn their ways of life. (B,L,D)
DAY 11 MON. MANATEE-COCA-QUITO
While the Manatee navigates upriver, the guides will get you ready for transfer to the airport. Arrive in Quito and transfer to hotel Dann Carlton or Mercure Alameda Real. (B)

DAY 12 FRI. QUITO-MIAMI:  

Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami and homeward bound. (B)

(SEE OPTIONAL TO CUZCO AND MACHU PICCHU AT THE END OF THIS PAGE)

INCLUDING:  

Round trip airfare from Miami to Quito via American Airlines. Meeting and transfer service.  Tours as noted in itinerary including entrance fees and English speaking naturalist guides.  Hotel Dann Carlton or Mercure Alameda for 5 nights including room taxes and service charges with Buffet Breakfast.  The 4 day/3 night Galapagos Cruise aboard the M/V Legend –outside SUPERIOR cabins-with 2 lower berths. 3 nights aboard the Manatee with 2 lower berths (air conditioned cabins) and all meals while on the cruise. Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. · Airfare from  Quito to  Baltra Island via Tame Airlines and from Quito to Coca. Tips to airport porters. US$ 25 Parrot Clay Leek  fee and Yasuni National Park entrance of US$20

NOT INCLUDED:  

Services not mentioned in itinerary; Passport fees; Galapagos National Park Tax upon entry $100; $10 immigration card to enter Galapagos; Airport departure taxes of $2.00 to $5.00 for local flights in Ecuador; Insurance;  Tips to hotel porters and tour guides; USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges/airport tax of $340 (this is to be paid here in USA at the moment of issuing your airline tickets); Ecuador airport departure tax of $30 to 40 depending on airport; new fuel surcharge for all Galapagos cruises ...about $30 per day (we will advise you at the time of making reservations).

DEPOSITS:  

US$350.00 per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 65 days before departure.

INSURANCE: 

Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$305-340. Please see information on the Insurance section..(click here)

CANCELLATIONS:  

* From Jan.01 to Mar.31 and from Jun.15 to Aug.15 -please add $100 per person (high season for the air portion). From Dec.09 to 31 -please add $300 per person.

Children rate based –sharing room with 2 adults.

Note: Upgrade to Junior Suite for $196 per person. For the Legend suites add $520 per person. Upgrade to five star hotel HILTON COLON please add $323 per person/double for the five nights in Quito (SGL US$592)

ADD-ONS &  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

For same package add $180 from ORL, TPA, JAX, FMY and Zone 1; $220 from ATL;  add $250 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, RDU, WAS, + Zone 3 - - Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DTT; - Add $330 from DEN, DFW, HOU, MSY, SJU ZONE 2 & 4; Add $390 from LAX, SFO + ZONE 5; Add $410 from Zone 6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

GALAPAGOS, THE M/V LEGEND 

& MACHU PICCHU 

Cruising Galapagos for 8 days and then visit Machu Picchu

14 days/13 nights

DAY 01 SUN. MIAMI-GUAYAQUIL

Arrive Guayaquil with transfer to hotel HAMPTON INN.
DAY 02 MON. GUAYAQUIL-GALAPAGOS-LEGEND 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Galapagos. Welcome at Baltra Airport . Briefing on ship´s facilities at lounge given by guides as well as National Park. Safety drill practice with passengers, crew and guides. Afternoon visit North Seymour Island . After a dry landing guests will encounter Swallow Tailed Gulls and Sea Lions. This site is also known for being a major nesting colony for Blue Footed Boobies, and the largest colony of the Magnificent Frigate Bird. (a different species from the Great Frigate Bird). Travelers will also spot both endemic species of iguanas, the Marine Iguanas and Land Iguanas. Passengers will enjoy this relaxed hike around the nesting sites. (B,L,D)
DAY 03 TUE. GALAPAGOS

Morning at Genovesa Island . Best known as "the island of birds." Passengers enjoy the safe harbor of being anchored deep within the cater formed bay. A dry landing at El Barranco (Prince Philip's Steps). Passengers will walk on lava terrain observing Red Footed Boobies, Frigates, and the fragrant Palo Santo trees. Thousands of Storm Petrels can be seen hovering over the open expanses. Your second visit is a refreshing wet landing, travelers visit Darwin Bay . Visitors will enjoy observing the Red-Footed Boobies, Frigates, Sea Lions, Lava Gulls, Night Herons, and Fiddler Crabs at this site. This site also offers snorkeling in the bay to observe sharks and rays at a safe distance. Passengers never forget the beaches on this island. (B,L,D)
DAY 04 WED. GALAPAGOS 

AM Española Island . Travelers enjoy a dry landing at Suarez Point. Upon landing visitors will learn more about the lava terrain while crossing the inactive lava fields.. Aside from the Sea Lion colonies, this is one of the most important sites for bird watching. As soon as visitors step foot on this island many species can be spotted and observed up close. Among the many species, the Hooded Mocking bird and Red Billed Tropic Bird can be seen. Travelers will also spot a large colony of Marine Iguanas, Lava Lizards, and the colorful Sally Light Foot Crabs. After a short trek visitors encounter colonies of masked and blue-footed boobies. Nesting grounds sometimes overlap the trail. Visitors will also find Galapagos Doves, Hawks and Swallow-Tailed Gulls. After crossing the nesting grounds you will reach the world's largest colony of Waved Albatross (15000 approx.), Their mating rituals are a highlight. Nearing the end of this excursion passengers will visit the famous blowhole, where water shoots into the air at almost 23 mts. (75 ft.). Afternoon at San Cristóbal Island . Dry landing at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Here passengers visit the Interpretation Center providing travelers an opportunity to learn about the natural and human history of the islands through an hour-long interactive presentation. There is some time to shop in town. (B,L,D)
DAY 05 THU. GALAPAGOS 

AM Santa Cruz Island . Arrive at Black Turtle Cove located near Las Bachas beach in the north of Santa Cruz Island . This excursion provides passengers with a "panga" ride though the mangrove, during which the outboard motor of the small boat is turned off. This allows for the close observation of Sea Turtles, White Tipped Reef Sharks, Spotted Eagle Rays, and Yellow Rays. Afternoon at Bartolomé Island . Dry landing. Arriving on this island, passengers will see volcanic formations including lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones. After a hike to the summit visitors have an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock. During the ascent travelers will often see a large colony of Marine Iguanas and Lava Lizards. Red Mangroves, Tiquilla, and various cacti all add to the experience. Visitors also enjoy a chance to cool off while snorkeling. Here travelers often see the Galapagos Penguin, Sea Turtles, and White Tipped Sharks from a safe distance. (B,L,D)
DAY 06 FRI. GALAPAGOS 

Fernandina Island . After a dry landing at Espinosa Point, passengers will see the largest colony of Marine Iguanas mingling with Sally-light Foot Crabs. Also enjoyed are the Flightless Cormorants nesting sites, the Galapagos Penguins, Galapagos Hawks, and Sea lions. Among the flora and volcanic formations observers will note Brachycereus Cactus, "pa-hoe-hoe" lava, and other unusual lava formations. Travelers will view recent lava flows from a safe distance. Also numerous mangrove beds extend into the sea, depicting a healthy and thriving eco-system. Afternoon at Isabela Island . Is the largest island in the Galapagos. At Tagus Cove, passengers enjoy a dry landing. Visitors learn more about the eruption of five volcanoes that flowed together to form this land mass. During the walk passengers will see the largest population of Giant Tortoises.(about 4000, but difficult to spot) the marked trail leads to Darwin 's salt water lagoon and an excellent view of the lava fields, scoured with unique volcanic formations,. Time is allowed for viewing marine life from the dinghy. Frequently visitors see Galapagos Penguins at this site. A view of graffiti dating back to the 1800's can help passengers better appreciate the relationship between the islands and tourism today. Most of the graffiti is believed to be done by pirates and buccaneers. (B,L,D)
DAY 07 SAT. GALAPAGOS 

Santiago Island . Visit the dark sand beach at Puerto Egas during a wet landing. Most of the landscape is tuff-stone layers and lava flows, the surrounding area is prime for spotting and observing Hunting Herons, Great Blue Herons, Lava Herons, Oyster Catchers, and the Yellow Crowned Night Heron. Passengers enjoy the sight of Marine Iguanas grazing upon algae beds at low tide sharing space with Red Sally Light-Foot Crabs. There is a colony of Fur-Seal swimming in deep pools of cool water called "grottos". This is an excellent spot for swimming and snorkeling in search of Octopuses, Sea Horses, Star Fish and other sea life caught in the small tidal pools. >From a safe distance travelers can admire Moray Eels, Hammerhead Sharks, White Tip and Galapagos Sharks, Golden and White Spotted Eagle Rays, Jacks, Wahoo, Tuna, Groupers, Red-Tailed and Dog Snappers, Sea Lions, and Sea Turtles. All located in the back drop of cold water and warm water corals, fans, and sponge.

Afternoon at Rábida Island . Dry landing at the dark red colored beach of volcanic origin, frequented by sea lions. It is often considered the geographic center of Galapagos because it has the most diversified volcanic rocks in all of the Islands . Here a short trail leads to a salt water lagoon, where we find small colonies of Flamingos feeding. The brown pelican nests in the mangroves found at the far side of the lagoon. Also to be found are boobies and 9 species of Darwin 's finches. Dingy ride by the reefs and an excellent opportunity for snorkeling. (B,L,D)
DAY 08 SUN. GALAPAGOS 

Morning at Santa Cruz Island . On another visit, travelers have the chance to investigate the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora. Staffed with international scientists conducting biological research and conservation projects. Here you can also admire Giant Tortoises, part of the breeding program. Also travelers can admire the impressive Giant Prickly-Pear Cactus forest and many land birds. The visit to the station takes around 40 minutes. After this visit passengers have some free time to walk around town and shop for souvenirs. The trail then leads up to Dragon Hill, which offers a beautiful view of the bay. This area is a nesting site for a big number of reintroduced Land Iguanas, again thanks to the Charles Darwin Research Station. There is also a bizarre Scalesia tree forest. (B,L,D)
DAY 09 MON. GALAPAGOS-GUAYAQUIL

Transfer to the airport for flight to Guayaquil with transfer to hotel HAMPTON INN.
DAY 10 TUE. GUAYAQUIL-LIMA
Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with transfer to hotel FARAONA.
DAY 11 WED. LIMA-CUZCO 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Cuzco. Reception and transfer to the HOTEL DON CARLOS. Afternoon city tour of Cuzco and the surrounding valley and ruins of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca-Pucara and the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
DAY 12 THU. CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU 

Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 3 1/2 hour trip with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Inkas. (B)
DAY 13 FRI.  CUZCO-LIMA

Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with transfer to HOTEL FARAONA. (B)

DAY 14 SAT. LIMA-MIAMI

Transfer to the airport. (B)

* From Jan.01 to Mar.31 and from Jun.15 to Aug.15 -please add $100 per person. From Dec.09 to 31 -please add $300 per person.

Children rate based –sharing room with 2 adults.

INCLUDING:
Round trip airfare from Miami to Guayaquil and Lima to Miami via American Airlines. Meeting and transfer service. USA Departure Taxes, tours as mentioned in itinerary, including entrance fees and English speaking naturalist guides. Hotels as per itinerary including room taxes and service charges with Buffet Breakfast, 2 Nights Faraona hotel in Lima (B), 2 nights Don Carlos in Cuzco (B), 2 night in Hampton Inn in Guayaquil (B), all the transfers, The 8 day/7 night Galapagos Cruise aboard the M/V Legend –inside superior cabins-with 2 lower berths. Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. · Airfare from Guayaquil to Baltra Island via Tame Airlines and Guayaquil to Lima and Lima-Cuzco-Lima via Lan Peru. Tips to airport porters.

NOTE: For outside cabins -please add $250 per person.

NOT INCLUDED:  

Services not mentioned in itinerary; Passport fees; Galapagos National Park Tax upon entry $100; $10 immigration card to enter Galapagos; Airport departure taxes of $2.00 to $5.00 for local flights in Ecuador; Insurance;  Tips to hotel porters and tour guides; USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges/airport tax of $340 (this is to be paid here in USA at the moment of issuing your airline tickets); Ecuador airport departure tax of $30 to 40 depending on airport; new fuel surcharge for all Galapagos cruises ...about $30 per day (we will advise you at the time of making reservations).

ADD-ONS &  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

For same package add $180 from ORL, TPA, JAX, FMY and Zone 1; $220 from ATL;  add $250 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, RDU, WAS, + Zone 3 - - Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DTT; - Add $330 from DEN, DFW, HOU, MSY, SJU ZONE 2 & 4; Add $390 from LAX, SFO + ZONE 5; Add $410 from Zone 6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME

American Airlines Zone Chart:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

DEPOSITS:  

US$500.00 per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 65 days before departure.

INSURANCE: 

Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$305. Please see information on the Insurance section..(click here)

CANCELLATIONS:  

Galapagos with the M/V Explorer

Visiting Quito "Queen City of the Andes", Otavalo market and cruise around the Galapagos Islands aboard the Deluxe M/V Galapagos Explorer

From US$ 3,346 including airfare from Miami

(Add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities -see below)

8 day/7 night Program

DAY 01 SUN. USA-QUITO

Depart Miami for Quito, Ecuador. After going through customs and immigration, you will be transfer to hotel Dann Carlton.

DAY 02 MON. QUITO

Afternoon combined tour of colonial and modern Quito. Drive through this beautiful city and its colonial center visiting the Cathedral, Government Palace, the La Compania Church with its ornate golden altars, then a drive through modern Quito. Overnight hotel Dann Carlton. (B)

DAY 03 TUE. OTAVALO COUNTRY TOUR

This excursion goes north, to the land of the Otavalos and South America’s most famous Indian fair along the Panamerican Highway through dramatic mountain scenery to the textile market of Otavalo, where guests will enjoy visiting the many stalls full of ponchos, scarves, blankets, wall hangings, woven belts (fajas), hats, handbags and much more. Here Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the raucous noise of other markets; take your time to negotiate the best bargains. Then, proceed to Peguche, an Indian village very near Otavalo that is home to the artisans who do the weaving in their homes; guests can learn about their culture and everyday life and then take the cobblestone road to San Pablo, with a stop along the way at a weaving workshop specialized in fine backstrap loom woven textiles. Lunch is at one of the charming country inns or haciendas of the area. Overnight hotel Dann Carlton. (B,L)
DAY 04 WED-QUITO-SAN CRISTOBAL

Transfer to the airport for your flight to San Cristobal Island in Galapagos Islands to board the M/V "Galapagos Explorer II. 

Your first day in Galapagos you'll visit one location near San Cristobal Island. At Cerro Brujo (wet landing), you will go to the beach for swimming and snorkeling activities. You can see: blue footed boobies, brown pelicans, coast bird (whimbrels, sander lings, etc), Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers. Free time to walk on the beach. (B,L,D)
DAY 05 THU-GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Morning at Punta Suarez (Hood Island) which is on the west end of Española, has a landing beach where visitors are generally greeted by a colony of sea lions. On the nearby lava rocks one of the most colorful subspecies of marine iguana can be found, along with brilliant red Sally light-foot crabs. Among the birds in the immediate area are long-billed mockingbirds, Galapagos doves, short-eared owls, an occasional lava heron, oystercatchers and swallow-tailed gulls. Behind Punta Suarez, on a cliff plateau, blue-footed and masked boobies nest. Beyond the booby colonies and farther inland, are many waived albatross colonies. 

Afternoon at Gardner Bay in Española Island 
About 1km long beach that is among the most magnificent in all Galápagos. It is home to many sea lion colonies and the turquoise colored water makes a beautiful contrast to the white sand that consists of shell dust. Mocking birds fight for their territory and inspect the backpacks of the tourists.
About 50m of the coast there is a rock where you can encounter tropic fish and rays while snorkeling. But more spectacular is the Gardner Rock that can be reached with a panga. It is home to white-tipped reef shark, cactus finch and other colorful sea dwellers and very popular among snorkelers. (B,L,D)
DAY 06 FRI- GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Morning at Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz Island. P. Ayora is famous because the Charles Darwin Research Station. A wildlife reserve has been set aside under the guidance of the Ecuadorian Land Commission and the Charles Darwin Station. Tortoises from different islands can also be seen in captivity at the Charles Darwin Station at Puerto Ayora.

Afternoon at Rábida
A small island (5 km2), covered by dry and coastal vegetation, has a central volcano of 367 m2. Rábida contains the largest variety of lava types, being red the dominant color. A salt-water lagoon provides occasional sights of Flamingos. While the beach holds a large sea lion colony, fur seals also may be seen here. Red sands and teal waters characterize this island. Sea lions cover the waterfront, and the bull is always making a show of his bravado. There's a short walk to the top of the trail where you can take fabulous photos of the clear waters and volcanic peaks. There's also great snorkeling. Keep near the rocks and keep your eye out for sharks and rays. (B,L,D).

DAY 07 SAT. GALAPAGOS-BALTRA-QUITO

Morning at Bachas Beach in Santa Cruz Island

It is White sand beach where you can see some nesting site for sea turtles, a small lagoon, whimbrels, heron, pelican, Sally Lightfoot crab and other species.

Early then transfer to the airport for flight to Quito with short stopover in Guayaquil. Overnight at hotel Oro Verde or Hampton Inn. (B)

DAY 08 SUN. QUITO-USA

Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami and homeward bound.

See extensions to the Ecuadorian Amazon Rain Forest... Click here (B)

INCLUDING:  

Meeting and transfer service. Tours as noted in itinerary including entrance fees and English speaking guides. Hotel selected for 4 nights including room taxes and service charges. The 4 day/3 night Galapagos Cruise aboard the deluxe ship M/V Explorer.  Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. Airfare from Miami to Quito and from Quito to San Cristobal Island via Tame or similar. Tips to airport porters.

NOT INCLUDED:  

Services not mentioned in itinerary; Passport fees; Galapagos National Park Tax upon entry $100; $10 immigration card to enter Galapagos; Airport departure taxes of $2.00 to $5.00 for local flights in Ecuador; Insurance;  Tips to hotel porters and tour guides; USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges/airport tax of $340 (this is to be paid here in USA at the moment of issuing your airline tickets); Ecuador airport departure tax of $30 to 40 depending on airport; new fuel surcharge for all Galapagos cruises ...about $30 per day (we will advise you at the time of making reservations).

DEPOSITS: US$300.00 per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

INSURANCE: Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$US$235-305. Please see information on back page.

CANCELLATIONS:  

NOTE: Rates are based on Magellan or Columbus deck-Classic Suite (all cabins are suites at the M/V Explorer). For Premiun Suite-Marco Polo deck add $145 pp; for Deluxe Suite Erickson Deck add $300 pp; for Renaissance Suite add $500 pp.

UPGRADE TO HOTEL MARRIOTT or HILTON : Please add $376 for Double or Triple and $484 for Single.

ADD-ONS &  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:

For same package add $180 from ORL,TPA, JAX, FMY and Zone 1; $220 from ATL;  add $250 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHL, RDU, WAS, + Zone 3 - - Add $300 from CHI, CLE, DTT; - Add $330 from DEN, DFW, HOU, MSY, SJU ZONE 2 & 4; Add $390 from LAX, SFO + ZONE 5; Add $410 from Zone 6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME

American Airlines Zone Chart:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

Galapagos "Enchanted Islands"

Visiting Quito "Queen City of the Andes", Otavalo -the Indigenous colorful market  and Galapagos Islands for 8 days aboard the M/V EXPLORER

12 day/11 night Program

DAY 01 SUN MIAMI-QUITO:  
Depart Miami for Quito, Ecuador. After going through customs and immigration, you will be transferred to the five star hotels MARRIOTT or HILTON (deluxe rooms).
DAY 02 MON. QUITO: 
Afternoon drive along the northern residential section and see the impressive Parliament Building. Then stroll downtown to visit the colonial temple and monasteries designated by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. Visit San Augustine Convent with its colonial cloisters, coffered ceilings and vast collection of paintings. Continue to the Independence Plaza flanked by the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, Municipal Building and Archbishop's Palace. Next, visit the great church and Monastery of San Francisco with the Virgin of Quito at its main altar. Your scenic tour ends at a lookout point with a great view of Quito (B)

DAY 03 TUE. OTAVALO NATIVE MARKET:  
This excursion goes north, to the land of the Otavalos and South America’s most famous Indian fair along the Panamerican Highway through dramatic mountain scenery to the textile market of Otavalo, where guests will enjoy visiting the many stalls full of ponchos, scarves, blankets, wall hangings, woven belts (fajas), hats, handbags and much more. Here Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the raucous noise of other markets; take your time to negotiate the best bargains. Then, proceed to Peguche, an Indian village very near Otavalo that is home to the artisans who do the weaving in their homes; guests can learn about their culture and everyday life and then take the cobblestone road to San Pablo, with a stop along the way at a weaving workshop specialized in fine blackstrap loom woven textiles. Lunch is at one of the charming country inns or haciendas of the area.
Return to Quito and to hotel Marriott or Hilton. (B,L)

DAY 04 WED-QUITO-SAN CRISTOBAL

Transfer to the airport for your flight to San Cristobal Island in Galapagos Islands to board the M/V "Galapagos Explorer II. 

Your first day in Galapagos you'll visit one location near San Cristobal Island. At Cerro Brujo (wet landing), you`ll go to the beach for swimming and snorkeling activities. You can see: blue footed boobies, brown pelicans, coast bird (whimbrels, sander lings, etc), Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers. Free time to walk on the beach.
DAY 05 THU-GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Morning at Punta Suarez (Hood Island) which is on the west end of Española, has a landing beach where visitors are generally greeted by a colony of sea lions. On the nearby lava rocks one of the most colorful subspecies of marine iguana can be found, along with brilliant red Sally light-foot crabs. Among the birds in the immediate area are long-billed mockingbirds, Galapagos doves, short-eared owls, an occasional lava heron, oystercatchers and swallow-tailed gulls. Behind Punta Suarez, on a cliff plateau, blue-footed and masked boobies nest. Beyond the booby colonies and farther inland, are many waived albatross colonies. 

Afternoon at Gardner Bay in Española Island 
About 1km long beach that is among the most magnificent in all Galápagos. It is home to many sea lion colonies and the turquoise colored water makes a beautiful contrast to the white sand that consists of shell dust. Mocking birds fight for their territory and inspect the backpacks of the tourists.
About 50m of the coast there is a rock where you can encounter tropic fish and rays while snorkeling. But more spectacular is the Gardner Rock that can be reached with a panga. It is home to white-tipped reef shark, cactus finch and other colorful sea dwellers and very popular among snorkelers. (B,L,D)
DAY 06 FRI- GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

Morning at Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz Island. Puerto Ayora is famous because the Charles Darwin Research Station. A wildlife reserve has been set aside under the guidance of the Ecuadorian Land Commission and the Charles Darwin Station. Tortoises from different islands can also be seen in captivity at the Charles Darwin Station.

Afternoon at Rábida
A small island (5 km2), covered by dry and coastal vegetation, has a central volcano of 367 m2. Rábida contains the largest variety of lava types, being red the dominant color. A salt-water lagoon provides occasional sights of Flamingos. While the beach holds a large sea lion colony, fur seals also may be seen here. Red sands and teal waters characterize this island. Sea lions cover the waterfront, and the bull is always making a show of his bravado. There's a short walk to the top of the trail where you can take fabulous photos of the clear waters and volcanic peaks. There's also great snorkeling. Keep near the rocks and keep your eye out for sharks and rays. (B,L,D).

DAY 07 SAT. SANTA CRUZ ISLAND
Morning: Bachas Beach, White sand beach where you can see some nesting site for sea turtles, a small lagoon, whimbrels, heron, pelican, Sally Lightfoot crab and other species
Afternoon: Dragon Hill A bay located at the northwest site of the Santa Cruz Island, known as Cerro Dragon since long time ago by the whaling men because of the important colonies of land iguanas that lived in this area.
During almost all the year, you can see flamingos in marshland lakes as some migratory birds. You will also have the opportunity to see Darwin Finchs, hood mockinbirds, lava lizards. This area has an arid vegetation where you can find some oppuntia cactus, palo santo (bursera) and some other endemic plants.
This place has a wonderful landscape as you can see the Rabida Island at the west and Santa Cruz Island at the East. In the beach zone you can see some endemic coast plants and also some marine iguanas, sea lions, American oystercatchers, pelicans and a small blue-footed bobbies colony. (B,L,D)
DAY 08 SUN. BARTOLOME ISLAND & JAMES (SANTIAGO) ISLAND: 
Morning: Bartolome Island
The first destination is Bartolome, an island of varied volcanic formations with a 350-foot summit and a fabulous 360º view. Depending upon the weather, you may be able to spot five other islands, one of the most spectacular views of the archipelago. You’ll make a wet landing in a cove to see a small colony of Galapagos penguins—the only penguins north of the equator. Sea lions are also found here. Behind the beach can be found red and white mangroves, salt bush, morning glory and prickly pear cactuses.
Afternoon: Puerto Egas, James (Santiago) Island
This afternoon you’ll visit Puerto Egas on James (Santiago) Island. The landing is on a black beach with eroded rock formations in the background. The trail crosses the dry interior, where the remains of a salt-mining enterprise can still be seen and then continues along the coast. Intertidal pools are home to a variety of invertebrate organisms. Land iguanas are scattered around feeding on exposed algae while Oyster Catchers try to capture Sally Lightfoot Crabs. The trail then leads to the Fur Seal Grottos, one of the only places in the islands where Fur Seals can be seen. Puerto Egas is a good spot for taking pictures. (B,L,D)
DAY 09 MON. FERNANDINA ISLAND & ISABELA ISLAND: 
Morning: Fernandina Island
On the youngest and western most island in Galapagos, you’ll land at Punta Espinoza, a narrow stretch of land where some of the most unusual Galapagos species can be seen. While the panga driver skillfully eludes the reef to reach the landing site near a small mangrove forest, look for penguins diving off the rocks into the water. Sally Lightfoot Crabs disperse on the lava near the shore and herons, sandpipers and wimbrels explore the mangrove roots. Marine iguanas congregate in larger groups here than on any other island. 
Following a trail inland, two different types of lava flows can be seen and compared. At the tip of one of the small peninsulas, Flightless Cormorants are found. Without predators on the island, these serpent-necked birds adapted for swimming and not for flight, another example of evolution at work in "nature’s laboratory."
Afternoon: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island
Largest of the Galapagos islands, Isabela is composed of six shield volcanoes merged into a single land mass.  Located on the north-western tip of Isabela island, we'll visit of Punta Vicente Roca by dingy. The dingys are launched on a coastal ride that skirts 400-500-feet cliff sides. Blue-footed boobies, masked boobies & pelicans can be seen here. Also, very many sea-turtles feed along this shoreline. Reaching a rocky pile of large basalt, there are colonies of fur-seals & marine iguanas in groups, basking in the sun. Sea lions are also present.
Continuing along the sheer cliffs, the dingy now, approach a secluded cove where, at it's end, dark and yellow rock are superposed. Now we are close to the large cave that allows for snorkeling or sight seeing. Along the cave there are Galapagos penguins, marine iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, masked boobies, brown noddy 's, blue footed boobies and a breathtaking scenery. (B,L,D)
DAY 10 TUE. NORTH SEYMOUR & SANTA CRUZ ISLAND 
Morning: North Seymour
A small flat island. Rocks then a long sandy stretch where sea lions and marine iguanas hang out next to a surf wave. The interior has a Palo Santo small Opuntia cactus forest with Bluefooted boobies and magnificent Frigate bird colonies. An hour and a half visit. Dry landing.
Afternoon: Highlands & Lava Tunnels
You and your family will board a bus for a 45-minute ride through changing vegetation zones to the Santa Cruz Highlands. Here, about 40 giant tortoises live in the wild. By approaching quietly, you can find and observe a turtle on your own. You also hike to tunnels made by cooling lava. (B,L,D)
DAY 11 WED. SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND-GUAYAQUIL 
Morning visit the Interpretation Center -donated by the Spanish Government in 1998, this state of the art facility offers both tourist and the inhabitants a complete education on the Islands. Your visit to the Archipelago is taken to a new level, since its inauguration.
Afternoon: Return flight to Guayaquil with transfer to hotel Hilton. (B)
DAY 12 THU. GUAYAQUIL-MIAMI: 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami and homeward bound. (B)

(SEE OPTIONAL TO CUZCO AND MACHU PICCHU AT THE END OF THIS PAGE)
 
INCLUDING:  
Round trip airfare from Miami to Quito and Guayaquil-Miami via American Airlines. Meeting and transfer service. Tours as noted in itinerary including entrance fees and English speaking naturalist guides. Hotel MARRIOTT OR HILTON for 4 nights including room taxes and service charges with Buffet Breakfast. The 8 day/7 night Galapagos Cruise aboard the M/V EXPLORER–outside cabins-PREMIUN SUITE. Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. · Airfare from Quito to Baltra Island via Tame Airlines. Tips to airport porters. 

NOT INCLUDED:  

Services not mentioned in itinerary; Passport fees; Galapagos National Park Tax upon entry $100; $10 immigration card to enter Galapagos; Airport departure taxes of $2.00 to $5.00 for local flights in Ecuador; Insurance;  Tips to hotel porters and tour guides; USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges/airport tax of $340 (this is to be paid here in USA at the moment of issuing your airline tickets); Ecuador airport departure tax of $30 to 40 depending on airport; new fuel surcharge for all Galapagos cruises ...about $30 per day (we will advise you at the time of making reservations).

DEPOSITS:  
US$500.00 per person at the time of booking.

Final payment is due 60 days before departure.

INSURANCE: 
Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$US$407-655. Please see information on the Insurance section..(click here)

CANCELLATIONS: