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Overview
This journey provides a special opportunity to experience the Galapagos islands and observe their remarkable wildlife at close quarters. See giant tortoises and a number of indigenous bird species, and swim with sea lions, penguins and perhaps even sea turtles. Explore the old colonial centre of Quito, and take optional excursions to visit a colourful local market or to see Ecuador’s most impressive volcano.
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Quito via Bogotá
Overnight flight from London to Quito via Bogotá with Avianca (regional connections available). (N)
Day 2: Quito
Late morning arrival. Transfer to the Hilton Colon for a 3-night stay. Rest of the day at leisure. (N)
Day 3: Quito
Morning tour of Quito’s historic centre and the Middle of the World equatorial line monument. (B)
Day 4: At leisure
Day at leisure. Optional excursions can be booked, such as a day tour into the Avenue of the Volcanoes or a visit to Otavalo and its indigenous market. (B)
Day 5: Fly to the Galapagos
Fly to the Galapagos islands and take for a 4-night cruise of these fascinating islands aboard the Seaman Journey, Treasure of Galapagos catamaran, or the small Odyssey yacht. (B, L, D)
Days 6-8: Galapagos
Shared excursions with a naturalist guide for close encounters with some of the most rare animals and birds, including land iguanas, giant tortoises, Darwin’s finches, boobies and flightless cormorants. The days are spent exploring islands with different characteristics to see the variety of wildlife and landscapes. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Fly to Guayaquil
Disembark the cruise and fly to Guayaquil. Transfer to the Unipark Hotel for 1 night. (B)
Day 10: Fly to London via Bogotá
Morning at leisure or optional tour of the city or a cacao plantation. Evening flight to London, via Bogotá with Avianca. (B)
Day 11: London
Afternoon arrival. (N)
