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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Tuesday - Aug 4, 2026
Day 1
Quito, Ecuador
Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Quito. Your journey begins on the Equator in the lush Andean foothills. At 9,350 feet, Quito is the second-highest capital city in the world, and its main draw is the exquisite Old Town, which was founded on an ancient Inca settlement. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is packed with well-preserved colonial architecture, including colorful plazas, magnificent churches, and stately monuments. Settle into your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay. If you have time, why not come a few days earlier and join a pre-voyage option. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Aug 5, 2026
Day 2
Quito, Ecuador
Today, you'll enjoy a guided tour of Quito's remarkable Old Town. It's one of the largest and best-preserved colonial-era quarters in South America. Wander through cobblestone streets as you admire the architecture and sample some delicious chocolate made from finest Ecuadorian cacao along the way. Next, you'll head to the iconic 'Middle of the World City', located around 16 miles north of Quito. After lunch, you'll visit the famous monument that delineates the imaginary line of the Equator. Have your camera ready to capture the moment you stand with one foot in each hemisphere. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Aug 6, 2026
Day 3
Quito, Ecuador
Air Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 3 - Thursday - Aug 6, 2026
Day 3
Cruise Begins
Baltra, Galapagos, Ecuador
Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
As your South America land adventure draws to a close, it is time to embark on the next stage of your journey. After breakfast, a short flight will take you to Baltra Island, a part of the spectacular Galapagos Archipelago. A transfer will take you straight to the port, where your comfortable expedition ship MS Santa Cruz II awaits you. In the afternoon, we'll begin our exploration of the Galapagos Islands following the north shore of Santa Cruz towards the fascinating landscapes of Cerro Dragon, meaning 'Dragon Hill', where we'll land. The first part of the walk here passes by a brackish lagoon that's frequented by shorebirds and American flamingos. Further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the bay and the western islands of the archipelago, as well as a chance to get a first look at some land iguanas. ... Read More
Friday - Aug 7, 2026
Day 4
Punta Vicente Roca, Ecuador
Fernandina Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Scan the coastline and seas for iconic species. You'll start your day at Punta Vicente Roca, on the northwestern tip of Isabela Island. After breakfast, we'll explore the coast by small boat, learning about the dramatic geology of the area from your naturalist guides. This site is a nesting place for several bird species, so look out for flightless cormorants, Galapagos penguins, and boobies. Weather permitting, you'll get to snorkel alongside the cliffs, where you might find green sea turtles, oceanic sun fish, and fur seals. In the afternoon, we'll explore Fernandina, an island with a unique ecology and a big population of marine iguanas. Scan the coast for sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, hawks, and penguins. ... Read More
Saturday - Aug 8, 2026
Day 5
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Bus Travel
Santa Cruz Highlands, Isla Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Ecuador
Bus Travel
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Today, you'll explore Santa Cruz Island. In the morning, we'll disembark at Puerto Ayora to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. A giant tortoise breeding center, here you can see recently hatched tortoises and Darwin's famous finches: the birds he used as a basis for his theory of evolution by natural selection. There's also an impressive forest of prickly pear cacti that's home to many land birds. Enjoy a cooler climate over lunch in the lush highlands, where giant tortoises shuffle about munching on grass and wallowing in pools. You'll have time for another activity, including mountain biking or visiting a sugar plantation. ... Read More
Sunday - Aug 9, 2026
Day 6
Baroness Lookout, Ecuador
Bahia Post Office, Ecuador
Isla Champion, Ecuador
Cormorant Point, Floreana Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
After breakfast, you'll enjoy a small boat ride among the channels on Floreana's north shore, before taking in the incredible views of the island from Baroness Cove. Later on, we'll land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel that has served as a post office in the archipelago for over two centuries. After lunch, you'll explore the wonders around Champion Islet in a small boat or aboard a glass-bottom boat. Here, you can snorkel in one of the best spots in the archipelago. From there, it's onwards to Cormorant Point, where we'll take a walk from an olivine-crystal beach to a brackish lagoon, where you can commonly see American flamingos, pintail ducks, and more. ... Read More
Monday - Aug 10, 2026
Day 7
Las Bachas, Ecuador
Relax onboard while we anchor off Baltra Island. After four days of exploring the unique nature and environments of the Galapagos, it is the moment to pause for a while and recharge your batteries for the days ahead. Make use of the many onboard facilities, flick through the books in the library, or exercise in the gym; it's up to you. In the afternoon, we'll land at Las Bachas beach, located on the northern shore of Santa Cruz Island. This glorious white beach with turquoise waters is a great place to spot iconic Galapagos wildlife like flamingos and sea turtles. Enjoy swimming or snorkeling before heading back to the ship for an expedition briefing about the following day. ... Read More
Tuesday - Aug 11, 2026
Day 8
Buccaneer Cove, Ecuador
Puerto Egas, Ecuador
See iconic wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Today, you'll explore Santiago Island's pristine beaches and picturesque landscapes. Take in the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove on the northwest coast, home to a large number of marine birds and sea lions. Immerse yourself in the scenery through a range of water activities and marvel at fantastic rock formations such as 'Elephant Rock' and 'The Bishop'. In the afternoon, we'll head to Puerto Egas, one of the best visitor sites on the island. You'll have the opportunity to see a colony of Galapagos fur seals and exotic birdlife on an excursion. Or, you can swim or snorkel along the rocky shorelines, typically in the company of marine turtles. ... Read More
Wednesday - Aug 12, 2026
Day 9
Rabida, Ecuador
San Bartolome, El Salvador
Your day starts on tiny Rabida Island, located off the southern shore of Santiago. You can go for a thrilling small boat ride along the coast and explore the island's mesmerizing, red-colored beach. Soak up the sights and sounds made by a colony of sea lions, and watch for marine iguanas, mockingbirds, yellow warblers, and several species of Darwin's finches. In the afternoon, we'll sail to the golden sands of Bartolome Island, dominated by the imposing Pinnacle Rock. You can swim or snorkel off the beach here, discover colorful marine life from a glass-bottom boat, or watch for Galapagos penguins on the shore. Hike up to the summit of the island for fantastic views. ... Read More
Thursday - Aug 13, 2026
Day 10
Genovesa Island, Ecuador
Today, you'll explore Genovesa Island. The morning starts with a steep but short climb - only 90 feet - up Prince Philip's Steps, known as El Barranco, to reach flat and rocky plateau. Once there, you can walk along comfortably and look out for large colonies of Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, great frigatebirds, and storm petrels. Afterwards or instead, hop into a kayak for some aquatic adventuring. In the afternoon, we'll land and swim at the beautiful beach that fringes Darwin Bay for a swim. Following this refreshing dip, take a stroll and observe hundreds of island birds, or alternatively just take it easy on the beach, swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking. ... Read More
Friday - Aug 14, 2026
Day 11
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Cruise Ends
Land Segment of Itinerary
Day 11 - Friday - Aug 14, 2026
Day 11
Bus Travel
Santa Cruz Highlands, Isla Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Ecuador
Bus Travel
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Day Boat Travel
Baltra, Galapagos, Ecuador
Bus Travel
Baltra, Galapagos, Ecuador
Air Travel
Guayaquil, Ecuador
We start our last morning on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island. A dry landing at a passenger wharf and a bus ride to the loftier region of the island will provide a final highlight of your expedition cruise: giant tortoises in the wild. The windward slopes of the island are set aside as a reserve that's home to two species of giant tortoise. These lush highlands also feature dense forests of Galapagos daisies, orchids, and bromeliads. After this visit, we'll transfer directly to the airport in Baltra for your flight to Quito - or if you prefer, to Guayaquil - to connect to your international flight. To explore more of Ecuador, why not extend your stay and join one of our post-voyage options. ... Read More
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