Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Quito

   • Arrive in Quito and meet your local representative for a private transfer to your hotel.

   • Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure to acclimatize and explore the surroundings.

   Overnight: Quito.
   Meals: None.
   Hotel: Mercure Hotel or similar.

2. Day 2: Quito Full Day Tour

   • Explore the historic charm of Quito’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture and vibrant culture.

   • Visit the Middle of the World Monument, where you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere and learn about the equatorial line.

   • Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

   Overnight: Quito.
   Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
   Hotel: Mercure Hotel or similar.

3. Day 3: Quito – Galapagos

   • Take a private transfer to the airport for your included flight to the Galapagos Islands.

   • Arrive at Baltra Airport and continue to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island to observe unique flora and fauna such as giant tortoises.

   • Have lunch before checking in at your hotel in Puerto Ayora.

   Overnight: Puerto Ayora.
   Meals: Breakfast or box breakfast, Lunch.
   Hotel: Deja Vu or similar.

4. Day 4: Excursion to an Uninhabited Island

   • Embark on a full-day shared yacht excursion to Santa Fe Island or a similar uninhabited island.

   • Explore the pristine landscapes, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and observe native wildlife such as sea lions, marine iguanas, and tropical birds.

   Overnight: Puerto Ayora.
   Meals: Breakfast or box breakfast, Lunch.
   Hotel: Deja Vu or similar.

5. Day 5: Santa Cruz Island – Isabela Island

   • Begin the day with a scenic 45-minute hike to Tortuga Bay Beach, known for its white sand and turquoise waters.

   • Enjoy swimming or relaxing on the beach before returning to town for lunch.

   • In the afternoon, take a public speedboat to Isabela Island, which takes approximately two hours.

   Overnight: Puerto Villamil, Isabela Island.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
   Hotel: Cally or similar.

6. Day 6: Isabela Island Exploration

   • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano and Chico Volcano, two of the most impressive volcanic formations in the Galapagos.

   • Take in panoramic views of the caldera and surrounding landscapes during this three-hour trek.

   • Spend the afternoon at leisure or enjoy snorkeling at Concha Perla, a tranquil bay with abundant marine life.

   Overnight: Puerto Villamil, Isabela Island.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
   Hotel: Cally or similar.

7. Day 7: Isabela Island – Santa Cruz Island

   • Visit Tintoreras Islet for a short hike and snorkeling experience, where you may spot white-tipped reef sharks, sea turtles, and penguins.

   • Return to Isabela for lunch before taking a public speedboat to Santa Cruz Island in the afternoon, which takes approximately two hours.

   Overnight: Puerto Ayora.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
   Hotel: Deja Vu or similar.

8. Day 8: Departure from the Galapagos

   • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your private transfer to Baltra Airport for your departing flight.

   • Depending on your flight schedule, take a short walk or enjoy some last-minute souvenir shopping.

   Meals: Breakfast.