Ecuador

Starting Price:	£3,385.00
Trip Length:	8 days
Includes airfare allowance from London (UK)

Quito

Cabin of The Guantanamera

The Guantanamera

Classic Quito and the Galapagos Islands

Description Pricing Itinerary Hotels

The Classic Quito and Galapagos Islands Tour is the most economical way of visiting the Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito. This itinerary includes a five-day cruise in the Galapagos Islands on a Tourist Superior cruise and two days in Quito with a tour of the city and the Equatorial Monument.

The Galapagos Cruises operates two 5-day itineraries. Depending on your dates of travel, you will enjoy either itinerary A or itinerary B. You will see the various ports of call listed on the day-by-day itinerary accordingly.

This tour includes airfare allowance from London (UK), on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via London; Yampu will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city or country of origin.

Additional information on this trip:

Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Friday
Dates this trip is NOT available for online booking (please submit a regular request):
20 December - 02 January
Visited Cities:
Quito

Day 1

Friday
Flight to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to your hotel.

Day 2

Saturday
Full Day Colonial Quito Tour & The Equator
The tour begins with a visit to Independence Square, where the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral and El Sagrario Church are located. We will also visit the Church of La Compańía (1605), with its amazing gilt altars. This is considered the finest example of baroque art in America and the Moorish influence can also be noted in the intricate designs carved on the magnificent red and gold columns and ceilings. Afterwards, we will take you to the church and monastery of San Francisco (1535). This is the oldest Ecuadorian church and the main altar inside is a spectacular example of baroque carving. There is also a fine collection of artwork, including paintings, sculpture and furniture dating back to the 16th century. Finally, we will drive up to the highest viewpoint of the city, " El Panecillo" where we will have a spectacular view of Quito and the opportunity to see the only winged virgin in South America.
After visiting the colonial and modern areas of the city of Quito, a 30-minute drive will take us to "La Mitad del Mundo" ("the Middle of the World") with its 30-metre-high monument marking the equatorial line, and excellent ethnographical museum.

Day 3

Sunday
Transfer to the airport for the morning flight from Quito to Baltra in the Galapagos. Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to your Galapagos cruise.

The Galapagos cruises operate two 5-day itineraries. Depending on your dates of travel, you will enjoy either itinerary A or itinerary B. You will see the various ports of call listed on the day-by-day itinerary accordingly.

PM: Bachas Beach, Santa Cruz Island (A) or
North Seymour Island (B).

Day 4

Monday
AM: Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island (A) or
Cerro Brujo (Wizard Hill Beach), San Cristobal Island (B).

PM: Prince Philip’s Steps, Genovesa Island (A) or
Isla Lobos (B).

Day 5

Tuesday
AM: Bartolome Island (A) or
Gardner Bay, Espanola Island (B).

PM: Sullivan Bay, Santiago Island (A) or
Punta Suarez, Espanola Island (B).

Day 6

Wednesday
AM: Wetlands & Muro de las Lagrimas, Isabela Island (A) or
Santa Fe Island (B).

PM: Sierra Negra, Isabela Island (A) or
Plazas Island (B).

Day 7

Thursday
AM: Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island (A) or
Charles Darwin Research Center, Santa Cruz Island (B).

Transfer to the Baltra airport to take the flight back to Quito. Upon arrival, airport reception and transfer to your hotel for overnight in Quito.

Day 8

Friday
Today you will transfer to the Quito airport for your international flight home.

Suggested Hotels by City and Category *

Quito
3-star	NU House, Vieja Cuba (Room Class AA), Reina Isabel or similar.
4-star	Mercure Alameda, Dann Carlton, Stubel Suites, Cafe Cultura, or similar.
5-star	Swissotel, Casa Aliso (boutique), Hilton Deluxe room, Le Parc Boutique Hotel, or similar.
Deluxe	Plaza Grande (Royal Suite) or Casa Gangotena (Balcony Jr. Suite)

* Subject to confirmation at time of booking

8 days , from £3385

Occupancy Type	3-Star	4 Star	5-Star	Deluxe
Double/Triple	£3385	£3534	£3647	£4260
Single	£5029	£5246	£5557	£6692

Prices shown above are per person, in Sterling (Ł).

Price includes international air from London to Quito, domestic air from Quito to the Galapagos, cabin aboard a Superior Tourist Cruise (5 days/4 nights, including all meals), hotel accommodation in Quito, day excursion in Quito, all transfers. Also included are the $100 Galapagos Park fee and $10 Transit Control Card fee.

Gratuities, fuel surcharges and local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included in the quote (if airfare has been included in the quote).

All cruise itineraries are subject to change.

By traveling to the Galapagos with Yampu Tours, you will be making the choice to travel responsibly. As members of IGTOA (International Galapagos Tour Operators Association), Yampu donates $7 for every traveler that travels to the Galapagos with us. We are dedicated to helping preserve the islands while supporting sustainable ecotourism. As an IGTOA member, we are informed, involved, and concerned.

There will also be an optional Galapagos Conservation contribution of $50 per passenger added to your final proposal.

The contribution will go towards:

Creating benefits and educational opportunities for local people.
Strengthening responsible tourism management.
Building strong financial support for conservation among the travel industry and travelers.

Promoting high professional standards for the tourist industry.

All Galapagos itineraries are subject to change

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