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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands: See & Experience Almost it ALL in 11 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands: See & Experience Almost it ALL in 11 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

By Charlie The Traveler

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5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

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Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Cotacachi, Cotopaxi, Cotopaxi Volcano, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Puerto Villamil, Quilotoa, Quito

Highlights

6-Day Cruise Around the Galapagos Islands
Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on Your Yacht
Going to Centuries-Old & Indigenous Markets
Seeing Animals Found Nowhere Else on Earth!
Donkey-Riding Around a Caldera

Themes

High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Thank you guys for setting up this trip. We spent 7 days in Palawan and Coron island and enjoyed every day. The remote coordinator worked very well for us through Whatsup, and the daily itineraries were exactly what we expected. Not too much and not too short. We recommend this tour for every one who wants to explore these locations"

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11 days From$2,249

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Galapagos Islands: Wildlife Odyssey

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Galapagos Islands: Wildlife Odyssey

By Discover Corps

preferred

4.9/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Otavalo, Quito, San Cristobal

Highlights

Search for white-reef sharks, the Galápagos iguana, and more on world famous snorkeling sites
Relax at the beach of Tortuga Bay, famous for its expansive and pristine shoreline
Search for blue-footed boobies at Kicker Rock on San Cristobal Island
Enjoy a meal with a local fisherman and his family in the beautiful town of Cerro Brujo
Journey to Otavalo for a world-class artisan textile market, Andean instrument making lessons, and lunch with the people of Peguche

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I recently returned from the Costa Rican wildlife safari. I was a bit concerned with Covid however every place was extremely clean and had places for you to wash your hands before you even walked in. This was a trip I was actually supposed to go on in 2020 however it was postponed, waiting so long the expectations were high. I was definitely not disappointed! Patricia our guide was absolutely wonderful, extremely knowledgeable and cater to our every need. I would highly recommend this vacation. Also everyone that I met in the community was extremely gracious and kind. The majority of these people work on tourism and unfortunately in the last year have not had any. Booking this trip would not only be an amazing adventure for you but it would also be amazing for the people in the community"

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10 days From$4,895

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Living and Learning in Cuenca: Independent Stay and Language Study

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Living and Learning in Cuenca: Independent Stay and Language Study

By Road Scholar

preferred

4.4/5 Great

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi, Cuenca, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isla Bartolome, Quito

Highlights

Live like a native Ecuadorian as you move into your own apartment and explore local cafes, museums and more
Improve your Spanish during daily language classes and opportunities to practice your new skills as you maneuver through daily life in the city
Join your Group Leader and fellow participants for weekly field trips and a three-day excursion in the Galápagos Islands to cap your adventure

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Our family of four, including two adult children, took the Bicycling: Day Trips to Paradise in Canada. This trip is entirely outsourced to the owners of the inn, there are no Road Scholar employees involved in the trip. Two of us have taken bicycle trips all over the world and the bicycling component of this trip was disorganized, haphazard and almost unsafe. We all filled out forms giving details regarding our bicycle fitting months before the trip. On the first day, the leader Stephen, went around the room and asked the same questions and said everyone would get fitted in the morning before we began the first ride. The morning brought a rack of bikes, all different types in various levels of readiness. There were road bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes and e-bikes. The rides were all on paved surfaces and the mountain bikes were heavy and the additional suspension added weight. The bike I received had rust on the chain and rear sprocket. When I asked about it, was told they were waiting for another van to show up with tools and equipment. Once it arrived, they gave me the lubricant to spray on the rust. My wife’s bike would not shift into the high gear on the front sprocket. Instead of adjusting the derailleur, they suggested spraying it with lubricant. Our one son is over six feet and needed a larger frame bike, even though he detailed it in the bike form months ago, there was no bike to fit him. One of the guides, then went home and brought a larger bike that was a full suspension mountain bike for him. The bike was very heavy, hard to control on the road and he felt unsafe. After two days, one of the guides convinced Stephen that they could adjust a hybrid bike to fit him. Clearly there was no work done to prepare the bikes for the trip. Many of the bikes needed adjusting and all needed lubricant to function easily. For every day, there was a tray of snacks placed out for us to take along the ride. None of the bikes had any baskets or attached bags, so if you didn’t bring a small day pack, there was no way to carry the snacks. For lunch on the rides, they brought exactly one sandwich for each rider. Since most of us get hungry while doing a day of exercise, it would have been helpful to have a few extras. On one day, they ran out of sandwiches and one of the leaders that were riding with us did not get lunch. Do NOT take this trip if you are expecting it to be a bicycling trip. We have used VBT and Discovery Bicycle Tours many times over the past 25 years and they are excellent bike tour companies. Lastly, after sharing these details with Road Scholar after the trip, their response was weak at best. After doing the full reviews and having to call them, their response was to give us $200 credit after spending $8000 on this trip. Not only was that insulting, they assumed that I would take another trip with their organization."

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44 days From$7,149

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Galapagos Islands Family Adventure

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Galapagos Islands Family Adventure

By Andean Discovery

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3/5 Average

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Andes Mountains, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

Explore Isabela Island by mountain bike
Snorkel with sea lions and friendly sharks
Surf the Galapagos with instructors
Sleep on the rim of a dormant volcano
Cook a traditional meal with a local family

Themes

Family Friendly, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"At the last minute I had to rebook my trip to the Galapagos. Damon and staff were very helpful. My son and I had Markus Medina for a guide and he was knowledgeable-even being asked by other tour guide to help out! It was amazing to have a tour group of 3-so much flexibility. The islands were so beautiful with friendly people. I plan to return to South America and will definitely use Andean Discovery again."

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Classic Machu Picchu Tour & Galapagos Cruise

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Classic Machu Picchu Tour & Galapagos Cruise

By Andean Discovery

none

4.6/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Cusco, Galapagos, Lima, Machu Picchu

Highlights

Explore Machu Picchu & Cusco
Tour the Galapagos on a 5-day cruise
Visit an ancient Inca Fortress
Discover villages in the Sacred Valley

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"At the last minute I had to rebook my trip to the Galapagos. Damon and staff were very helpful. My son and I had Markus Medina for a guide and he was knowledgeable-even being asked by other tour guide to help out! It was amazing to have a tour group of 3-so much flexibility. The islands were so beautiful with friendly people. I plan to return to South America and will definitely use Andean Discovery again."

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Unequaled Ecuador! Colonial Quito & Galápagos Islands

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Unequaled Ecuador! Colonial Quito & Galápagos Islands

By Un-Cruise Adventures

preferred

4.9/5 Excellent

Small Ship Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

-- Embrace two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the fabled Galápagos Islands and Quito’s celebrated Colonial city center -- Enjoy two nights at historic Casa Gangotena boutique hotel in Old Quito, voted Ecuador’s #1 hotel by Trip Advisor -- Stroll Quito’s Old City plazas, churches, and museums—rich with Spanish Colonial and pre-Columbian history—and savor a specially-arranged private dinner at the city's premier view restaurant -- Observe Galápagos wildlife up-close in their natural habitats—giant tortoises, endemic land and marine iguanas, penguins, reef sharks, and playful sea lions -- Set foot on eight islands and islets on this unique itinerary featuring explorations on two of the archipelago’s showcase islands—Genovesa and Española -- Unmatched birding opportunities—Red-footed boobies, Waved Albatross, Frigatebirds, Darwin’s finches, storm petrels, nocturnal swallow-tailed gulls, seabirds, shorebirds, tropic birds, and elusive short-eared owl -- Count the steps to Isla Bartolomé's summit for a sweeping panorama of iconic Pinnacle Rock -- Snorkel in an underwater menagerie of marine life or view it all from the yacht’s glass-bottom boat -- Learn about conservation successes and challenges at the Charles Darwin Research Center -- Certified guides accompany small groups of 12 to provide a more personalized experience -- Included roundtrip air between Quito and the Galápagos

Themes

50 plus, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, High Adventure, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

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10 days From$8,995

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Galapagos Luxury Travel Origin Of Species

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Galapagos Luxury Travel Origin Of Species

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Small Ship Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

Explore Santa Cruz highlands to view endemic Galapagos plant species
Visit lava tubes and sinkholes
Explore Quito and Puerto Ayora
Discover Galapagos Islands and Santa Cruz Island
Cruise through your luxury yacht for a week, spending as much time ashore as the Park rules permit.

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

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Galápagos & Andes Safari: Ecuador

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Galápagos & Andes Safari: Ecuador

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5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Quito

Highlights

Explore on day-boat trips with a naturalist guide
Hike, swim and snorkel in Galápagos National Park
Enjoy a horseback ride at the most exclusive stables in Ecuador
See ancient pyramids constructed by the pre-Incan Caranqui culture

Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"The wildlife viewing was incredible! We were able to take superb photos and the knowledge guides were enjoyable. We were impressed with our accommodations and especially the tented camps. The service at the camps were first rate!"

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8 days From$5,895

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Galapagos Islands Reviews & Ratings

4.9/5 Excellent

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Jerry

Oct 2015

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I thought the trip was good, but

I thought the trip was good, but there were a few things that kept ...

Tour: Best of Galapagos

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Pam

Oct 2015

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I have now had 5 Intrepid experiences

I have now had 5 Intrepid experiences and have found the tou...

Tour: Best of Galapagos

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Matthew

Sep 2015

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Excellent local guide, amazing location, ethically sensitive

Excellent local guide, amazing location, ethically sensitive and w...

Tour: Best of Galapagos

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Alizah

Sep 2015

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Amazing trip. Amazing guide. Great itinerary. Fell

Amazing trip. Amazing guide. Great itinerary. Fell in love with the Galápagos Islands.

Tour: Best of Galapagos

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Jennifer

Sep 2015

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It was a great trip which selected

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Galapagos Islands Tour Selection Trips

Guided tours are essential if you want to see Galapagos wildlife; even private yachts are required to hire guides if they wish to tour the islands.
Small ship cruises allow you to make more island landings than big ships, and they can also get much closer to land to view penguins and other creatures visible mainly from the sea.
A Galapagos tour can be expensive – when you add up flight costs from the Ecuadorian mainland along with flying to Ecuador and the cost of the cruise and park entrance fee – so choose your tour company carefully.
Don’t even think about bringing home lava rock or other natural features from the Galapagos – you’d be subject to a $3,000 fine if caught.

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