Charting the Galapagos Islands
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Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
Arrive in Quito
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Day 2: Quito
Take a tour of Quito
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Independence Plaza
- Government Palace
Visit Santo Domingo Church
Take an excursion to the equatorial line
Visit the Intinan Museum
Participate in salsa dance lessons
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Day 3: Baltra • Isabela Island
Fly to Baltra
Continue on to Isabela Island
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Day 4: Isabela Island
Enjoy a full day of activities on Isabela Island:
- Explore a volcano walk and visit a pink flamingo habitat
- Enjoy a snorkeling excursion
- See local wildlife including: penguins, flamingos, sea lions, iguanas and exotic birds
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Day 5: Santa Cruz Island
Take a boat excursion to Santa Cruz Island
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
Travel to the Santa Cruz Highlands to see giant tortoises
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Day 6: San Cristobal Island
Take a boat excursion to San Cristobal Island
Enjoy activities on San Cristobal Island:
- Hike up Tijeretas Hill
- Visit the San Cristobal Interpretation Center
- Take a snorkeling excursion
- Enjoy a coastal walk along La Loberia
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Day 7: San Cristobal • Quito
Spend the morning on San Cristobal Island:
- Choose between a walk to Punta Carol, a beach where you'll see exotic wildlife and fauna or
- Head in to town and explore the local crafts and shops
Fly to Quito
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Day 8: Quito
Visit Otavalo handicraft market
Visit Cotacachi leather market
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Day 9: Quito
Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
Arrive in Quito
-
Day 2: Quito
Take a tour of Quito
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Independence Plaza
- Government Palace
Visit Santo Domingo Church
Take an excursion to the equatorial line
Visit the Intinan Museum
Participate in salsa dance lessons
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Day 3: Baltra • Isabela Island
Fly to Baltra
Continue on to Isabela Island
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Day 4: Isabela Island
Enjoy a full day of activities on Isabela Island:
- Explore a volcano walk and visit a pink flamingo habitat
- Enjoy a snorkeling excursion
- See local wildlife including: penguins, flamingos, sea lions, iguanas and exotic birds
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Day 5: Santa Cruz Island
Take a boat excursion to Santa Cruz Island
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
Travel to the Santa Cruz Highlands to see giant tortoises
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Day 6: San Cristobal Island
Take a boat excursion to San Cristobal Island
Enjoy activities on San Cristobal Island:
- Hike up Tijeretas Hill
- Visit the San Cristobal Interpretation Center
- Take a snorkeling excursion
- Enjoy a coastal walk along La Loberia
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Day 7: San Cristobal • Quito
Spend the morning on San Cristobal Island:
- Choose between a walk to Punta Carol, a beach where you'll see exotic wildlife and fauna or
- Head in to town and explore the local crafts and shops
Fly to Quito
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Day 8: Quito
Visit Otavalo handicraft market
Visit Cotacachi leather market
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Day 9: Quito
Depart for home
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Internal flights; Boat
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 3 meals on Days 3-5
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed guides
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Entrances
Santo Domingo Church; Intinan Museum; Charles Darwin Research Station
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
