I met some of the best characters on this group tour, friends for life and had some of the experiences and memories that will live with me forever. The 65 day tour of South America is fast moving and packs so much in. The CEOs from G are the best and are always there to take care of you and the rest of the group, all you have to do is turn up and enjoy your trip
WildlifeTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Rio de Janeiro, Quito, Mancora, Trujillo, Lima, Huacachina, Nazca, Arequipa, Tena, Colca Canyon, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail, Puno, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, Sucre, Potosi, Uyuni, Salar De Uyuni, San Pedro De Atacama, Salta, Buenos Aires, Banos, Colonia, Montevideo, Estancia, Iguassu Falls, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Cuenca
This small-group tour of Quito and the Galapagos is the perfect trip for first-time visitors to Ecuador! Begin your journey in Quito, the famous capital surrounded by the breathtaking mountains of the Andes. From there, you will travel to Santa Cruz, one of the most beautiful islands in the Galapagos. Search for local wildlife as you learn about the rich diversity and lifestyle of the islands. See the Giant Tortoises, which this island is particularly famous for, and discover open waters with many species of exotic birds. You will truly capture the beauty and essence of the Galapagos with one of our best Ecuador vacation packages.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Isla Baltra, Isla Santa Cruz
Experience the serenity of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day adventure cruise through the central eastern islands. Retrace the voyage of Charles Darwin by sea, admiring the sandy beaches of Espumilla contrasted with the jagged rock formations and volcanic craters of Isla Santiago. Look out at the ocean, land and sky, spotting blue-footed boobies, sea turtles and sea lions in their natural habitat. Go hiking and snorkelling each day and learn about the geology of these lands from your handy naturalist guide, all the while spotting some pretty incredible and varied wildlife.
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isl
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santiago, Puerto Egas, Isla Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino
This solo tour will show you the best of Ecuador. Discover some of the most extraordinary cities, famous indigenous markets, and breathtaking landscapes of South America. Begin your journey in Quito, the heart of Ecuador, and the second-highest capital city in the world. Discover various landmarks including La Ronda, the Cathedral, and the Middle of the World, where the equatorial line divides the hemispheres. Enjoy the extraordinary views of this colorful city from Penecillo Hill. From there, you will visit the Otavalo Indian Market and the famous Cuicocha Crater Lake before you travel to Papallacta. Papallacta is known for its gorgeous natural scenery and Hot Springs, where you may enjoy a relaxing bath in the natural waters. Continue your journey to the Amazon and discover the natural beauty of this legendary area with a guide. Visit Amazon Island Park, an environmental interpretation center. Travel to Baños and discover the famous waterfalls of “Manto de la Novia” and “Pailon del Diablo”. Next, you will see extraordinary views of the active Tungurahua volcano before you travel to Guayaquil, where you will end your tour of Ecuador.
This is a Solo Tour
You don't pay single supplement and get a room for yourself!
From the heights of the Andes to the depths of the Amazon Jungle, this nine-day trip will take you through diverse Ecuador. Walk through the Amazon Jungle with an Indigenous guide leading the way, hike in Cotopaxi National Park – home to one of the world’s largest active volcanos – and canoe to your river-side eco-lodge accommodation on the edge of the rainforest. Get a glimpse into everyday life during a homestay with a local family, where you’ll connect with them and participate in a Pachamanca food ceremony, perhaps also brushing up on your Espanol. There’s so much to see, do and learn in this South American paradise and you’ll take it all on with a local leader and likeminded travellers.
National parksLocal culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Encounter wildlife up close and personal on a voyage to the Galapagos Islands for an experience like no other. On this 10-day adventure, you’ll spend seven nights cruising around the islands, snorkelling with sea lions, white-tipped reef sharks, sea turtles and penguins. Look to the skies in North Seymour or Caleta Bucanero to spot boobies, pelicans and other seabirds soaring above. Wander across the volcanic landscapes of Punta Espinosa and see land iguanas and flightless cormorants. A paradise for nature-lovers, you’ll discover the beauty of the Galapagos all with a naturalist guide by your side to show you the way.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Las Bachas, Isla Isabela
Quito, Las Bachas, Isla Isabela, Urbina Bay, Punta Vicente Roca, Isla Santiago, Isla Sombrero Chino, Isla Santa Cruz
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With almost 1000 kilometres of water lying between them and the South American mainland, the islands of the Galapagos were able to evolve largely undisturbed by humanity. Discover the rugged landscape of this wild place with a week-long adventure cruise, all with a local naturalist guide by your side to show you the way. Encounter sea lions, hike over hardened lava, spot diverse marine life with snorkelling opportunities and cool off in the aquamarine waters. With time to explore both on land and underwater, your adventure will show you some of the best of the northern islands – don't forget to watch the sunset from your motor yacht every night, too!
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, San Cristobal Island, San
Quito, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz
Variety of food could have been more varied, smash at every meal and the same green salad. but the food was all well prepared and tasty. i liked the trip very much and would recommend it. the pre trip info pack needs review it offer inaccurate and out of date information.
Marine wildlifeCruiseBeach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Galapagos Islands, Baltra Island
Galapagos Islands, Baltra Island, Santa Cruz, Punta Cormorant, Punta Moreno, Isla Fernandina, Punta Vicente Roca, Puerto Egas, North Seymour Island
This was one of my favorite trips. The itinerary was good, our tour guide was excellent and the small group tours allow for more flexibility more time at locations when everyone agreed to make small changes. Their prices are also very reasonable even as a single traveler.
Beach
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Santa Cruz, Amazon Ecuado
Quito, Santa Cruz, Amazon Ecuador, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Papallacta, Amazon Jungle Lodge, Banos, Guayaquil
Great trip, great memories & I can’t wait for my next experience with G adventures. I always come away with amazing memories and even more amazing new friends for life all over the world. My first ever solo trip was with G in 2022 and it opened up my world of travel, I have never looked back!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Galapagos. A destination where in the morning you think you’ve had the most incredible and unexpected ultimate up close and personal encounter with wildlife only to have it bettered in the afternoon. G Adventures go way above and beyond to ensure you have the greatest adventure.
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Baltra Island, Genovesa I
Quito, Baltra Island, Genovesa Island, Isla Santiago, Puerto Ayora, Punta Cormorant, Espanola Island
27% OFF TODAY
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The trip was amazing! We did not have any problelms, delays. No missing points or places. Our guides were great and made everything to make our trip unforgetable and fantastic. Galapagos islands were absolutely must to see and to be. Incredible place!
Cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Isla S
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Espanola Island
Absolutely incredible, insightful and eco conscious experience into the heart of the Galapagos, made possible by the superb organisation of G Adventures, the outstanding CEO, Omar Medina and the professional, friendly, able and enthusiastic crew of the Reigna Silvia.
Marine wildlifeBeach
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Ship Cabin
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Baltra Island, Santa Cruz, Punta
Baltra Island, Santa Cruz, Punta Suárez, Punta Pitt, South Plaza Island, Galapagos Islands, Bartolome Island, Rábida Island
32% OFF TODAY
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