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Enchanting Ecuador

12 days/11 nights

Private Tour
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Discover two sides of the natural world in this small yet diverse country. Explore the incredible Andean cloud forest before visiting the extraordinary Galápagos Islands, one of the most fascinating destinations in the world.

Highlights:
  • Unique Galápagos Islands
  • Incredible experiences on board stylish Isabela II
  • Astonishing Mashpi Lodge
  • Historic Quito
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Itinerary

Day 1  Quito  
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.  

Day 2  Quito  
Wander Quito’s historic centre on a guided tour and visit the Equatorial Monument which divides the northern and southern hemispheres.  

Day 3  Quito to Mashpi Lodge  
Journey by road to spectacular 4★+ Mashpi Lodge situated deep in the Mashpi Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch then enjoy your first experience of this stunning wilderness.  

Days 4-5  Mashpi Lodge  
Spend your days exploring this peaceful ecosystem with expert guides and experience the many activities on offer. Please see our Life at Mashpi Lodge section of this page for further information.    

Day 6  Mashpi Lodge to Quito  
After a final activity depart the cloud forest for a night back in Ecuador’s capital.

Day 7  Quito to the Galápagos Islands  
Fly to the Galápagos Islands. Head to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, home of the famous giant tortoise, before boarding the 4★ Isabela II, your home for the next four nights.    

Day 8  Santa Cruz Island to Santiago Island  
Visit Puerto Egas on Santiago Island and discover ancient lava flows, land iguanas, fur seals and prolific birdlife. Sail to tiny Sombrero Chino and snorkel around the shore.  

Day 9  Santiago Island to Genovesa Island  
Climb Prince Philip’s Steps to enjoy wonderful views of Genovesa Island and explore the sandy beach of Darwin Bay to find nesting birds amongst the mangroves.  

Day 10  Genovesa Island to Santa Cruz Island  
Follow walking trails on Santa Fe Island before snorkelling or kayaking in the clear waters next to the white sand beach. Later enjoy a panga (motorised dinghy) ride along the coast of Santa Cruz.  

Day 11  Galápagos Islands to Guayaquil  
Enjoy a final morning in this amazing archipelago before your flight to Guayaquil.

Day 12  Guayaquil  
Transfer to the airport for your onward travel arrangements.

Additional Options: Ask us for details of upgraded accommodation options.

Departs: Frequent departures, Jan - Dec  

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Enchanting Ecuador

Price & Inclusions

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Inclusions
  • A combination of private & shared transfers/sightseeing excursions
  • Flights as detailed
  • 7 nights 3star to 4star+ hotel accommodation & 4 nights on 4star Galápagos cruise
  • 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 7 dinners
Not Included
  • International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/10/2024 to 31/12/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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