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Experience the highlights of this fascinating and culturally rich country
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A Galapagos charter gives you the opportunity to share this magnificent location with your closest family members and friends in an intimate and ideal manner. It is hard to imagine a better way to bring a family or group of friends together than on a 4 to 8 day cruise around the Galapagos Islands. The advantages of a charter are many: your own private guide who will be there to make sure that your family and friends have one of the best experiences of their lives; the entire crew working only for you and your traveling companions; greater flexibility in terms of the pace of the excursions; all the public spaces on the vessel just for you; total control over the assignment of the best cabins on board.
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We tailor itineraries to your dates and interests, adjusting hotels, excursions and length as desired.
We consistently receive 5 star reviews from our discerning clients.
All itineraries are fully customizable. We will send you a personalized variation that reflects your interests and travel dates at no extra cost. Call to discuss your travel plans with one of our Specialists who know this region firsthand.
Find out why our discerning travelers consistently rate us with 5-stars.
Arrive to Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your local guide will welcome you at the airport and take you to your hotel, located in the picturesque historic center of the city.
The Hotel Patio Andaluz is an elegant boutique hotel located just 490 feet from the Plaza Grande, offering a unique setting within the colonial center of Quito. Located in a 16th-century colonial-style house, the Hotel Patio Andaluz has large arches and interior patios. It has an onsite restaurant within its central courtyard, a reading room, and guests can also participate in an onsite chocolate tasting. Its 32 rooms have air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and ensuite bathrooms.
: Casa Gangotena , Plaza Grande
Set out with your private guide to explore historic Quito, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
Visit the highlights of the colonial “Centro Historico,” and go up to a lookout point on the Panecillo for a great view of the entire city. Afterward, head into the new town to visit the remarkable Fundación Guayasamin, which houses the art collection of Oswaldo Guayasamin, Ecuador’s most famous 20th century artist.
Seeing both parts of the city gives you a great overview of some of the different neighborhoods in this diverse Andean metropolis.
*Includes: Breakfast
Fly from Quito about 600 miles out over the Pacific Ocean to arrive at the Galapagos Islands. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your vessel.
Visiting the Galapagos Islands is a unique experience: a combination of sheer natural beauty, amazing wildlife, beautiful vessels, and fascinating natural history.
The Ocean Spray is a standout among Galapagos catamarans. Each cabin features a private balcony, allowing you to take in the islands’ dramatic landscapes from the privacy of your room. With a large sundeck, inviting social areas, and smooth performance at sea, the Ocean Spray feels both refined and relaxed. Guided daily excursions—led by expert bilingual naturalist guides—include snorkeling with sea turtles, hiking across volcanic terrain, kayaking quiet coves, and paddleboarding calm coastal waters. Consistently praised by past travelers, this is one of the most sought-after ships for exploring the Galapagos Islands.
*Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Upgrades and alternatives: Petrel , Origin/Theory/Evolve , Beagle
The exact itinerary varies from vessel to vessel, but you will spend these days exploring the islands in depth. Your boat will travel between several different islands so that you can experience a wide variety of the unique wildlife and environments that the Galapagos offers.
The giant Galapagos Tortoise, the marine iguana, the waved albatross, the Galapagos penguin, and flightless cormorants are just a few of the species you can come across. There will also be daily opportunities to snorkel, where you can see what’s below the surface: giant sea turtles, rays, and sea lions, to name just a few. Each day you will enjoy excellent cuisine and the company of an expert bilingual naturalist guide.
Enjoy a final morning in the islands before flying out from the Galapagos back to Quito, where you can connect with your international flight home or continue your trip in mainland Ecuador.
If you have a long layover before your flight, we can set up a visit to nearby hot springs or transfer you to a hotel to relax and have dinner before transferring back to the airport.
Visit some of the highlights of mainland Ecuador, including local markets, volcanoes, the cloud forest, and historic haciendas.
Contact us to learn about more options for designing and customizing your trip.
This trip was the best vacation my family has ever taken. We felt completely safe and comfortable travelling in another country. The things we saw and experienced were amazing and we learned a lot from our tour guides!
Michele Buchholz
We were well cared for. Each person we met was kind and generous of their time, knowledge and willingness to help out with anything that would improve the nature of our trip.
Robin Buchalter
The Galapagos was incredible. Everyday we experienced something new from intimate wildlife encounters to dramatic coastlines and erupting volcanoes.
Jenny Ramaswamy
We take our environmental and social responsibilities seriously.