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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)
Mar 04, 2026
Cruise to Ecuador & the Islands of the Galapagos
Discover the colorful culture of Ecuador and experience close encounters with animals found nowhere else on earth. Six hundred miles off the coast of Ecuador, Charles Darwin used the Galapagos Islands as his living laboratory to gather evidence for his theory of Natural Selection. You can use it to swim and snorkel with sea lions, come within mere inches of Blue-footed Boobies and iguanas as mysterious as the volcanic islands they inhabit. The intimate atmosphere of your luxury catamaran, with spacious cabins and common areas makes this an unforgettable adventure.
YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES:
- Superior accommodations at hotels and cruise ship in Ecuador:
- American breakfast in Quito. All meals while on the Galapagos cruise. All other meals as specified.
- 8-Days/7-Nights Cruise to the Galapagos
Islands aboard the M/C GALAPAGOS SEAMAN JOURNEY with all meals included, based on Standard Ocean View Suite. Upgrade to Upper Deck Suite is available at additional cost. - Naturalist guide provided aboard the ship.
- Expert local guides throughout.
- Gratuities for baggage handling, hotel tips and taxes.
- All entrance fees to places of interest visited and
on sightseeing tours indicated in the itinerary, excluding the Galapagos Islands entry fees (currently $100) and Ingala Card (currently $20.) - Complimentary passport wallet and baggage tags.
