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Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Quito, Ecuador

Quito, Ecuador

Highlights

Combine the best of mainland Ecuador with Galapagos wildlife-watching

Spend two nights in the Amazon Rainforest, exploring jungle trails with expert local guides

Hike Cotopaxi National Park to see the iconic volcano

Snorkel the wildlife-rich Galapagos waters, hopefully with sharks, sea lions and turtles

See pirate lava caves and giant tortoises in the highlands of Floreana

Itinerary

Wildlife enthusiasts, this one’s for you! The 'Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos' is a 15-day small group wildlife tour that unveils the best of both mainland Ecuador and the legendary Galapagos Islands. Starting and ending in Quito, you’ll witness Cotopaxi volcano’s grandeur, delve into indigenous culture, and spend two nights immersed in the Amazon Rainforest.

Then, it’s off to the Galapagos, where you’ll snorkel with playful sea lions, walk among ancient giant tortoises, and relax on pristine beaches shared with sunbathing marine iguanas. The moderate activity rating ensures a rewarding yet comfortable pace, especially for senior travelers seeking a blend of natural and cultural wonders.

The standout feature of this trip is the rare opportunity to combine Amazonian adventure with extraordinary Galapagos wildlife, making this tour package a once-in-a-lifetime journey for those eager to witness nature’s marvels up close.

Day 1Start Quito
Day 2Quito tour; agave experience and Intiñan Equator Museum
Day 3Cotopaxi National Park; to Baños
Day 4Visit Devil's Cauldron waterfall and the Swing at the End of the World
Day 5To the Amazon Rainforest
Day 6Visit amaZOOnico Animal Rescue Centre; rainforest exploration
Day 7To Papallacta hot springs
Day 8Fly to San Cristóbal in the Galapagos; visit La Lobería
Day 9Tour Isla Lobos and Playa Ochoa
Day 10Boat to Floreana; visit the highlands
Day 11Morning visit to Las Tintoreras Islet; afternoon exploration at the Wall of Tears
Day 12Sail to Santa Cruz; visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay
Day 13Morning bay tour; afternoon visit to the Santa Cruz highlands
Day 14Transfer to Baltra airport, fly back to Quito
Day 15End Quito
Highlights of Ecuador & the Galapagos

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What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation
Meals
All breakfasts, seven lunches and two dinners included
Transport
All transport and listed activitiesArrival transfer for any flight, group departure transfer available
Guide
Tour leader throughout

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