A journey with impressions
This 11-day trip will introduce you to the special nature of the Galapagos Islands , historic cities and traditional culture of Ecuador . See the colonial past of Quito and stand on the equator in Mitad del Mundo. Take a day tour to the colorful market of Otavalo and the special Cuicocha Lake or would you rather go to the eco-region of the Mindo cloud forest ? Board the Petrel, a luxury catamaran that will take you through the unique Galapagos Islands. The journey ends in Guayaquil on the Pacific coast. 'Where the world can't find you...'
Tips & tops Round trip colorful Ecuador & Galapagos cruise:
- Guided city walking tour of Quito with private guide
- In the Intiñan Museum in Mitad del Mundo you are exactly on the equator
- The day tour to Otavalo takes you to the Plaza de Ponchos for the craft market, taste local fruits and typical biscuits and visit the beautiful Cuicocha Lake in a former crater of the Cotacachi volcano
- The Mindo Cloud Forest day tour takes you to an area where two of the most biologically diverse eco-regions meet. You will visit the waterfalls and Orchid Farm
- Five nights on board the petrel , a luxurious and elegant motorized catamaran that takes you to several islands of the Galapagos. The Petrel is equipped with spacious cabins, a comfortable lounge and jacuzzi. You will enjoy a full board stay and interesting activities led by a professional nature guide.
- Walk the extinct volcanic cones of Santa Cruz and marvel at the unique cloud forest of the highlands. At the Charles Darwin Station, scientists study the complex ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands. During the visit you will learn more about the various projects and you will also take a look at the Galapaguera turtle sanctuary.
- On the island South Plaza are you looking for red and yellow land iguanas
- Santa Fe , the smallest island, has one of the highest numbers of endemic species and is very photogenic for its vegetation
- Snorkel amidst curious sea lions, schools of fish and rays around San Cristobal to visit the Galapaguera afterwards, a sanctuary that aims to conserve the Galapagos tortoise
- on Espanola unusual animals such as marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, lava gulls and the gulf albatross live in an idyllic setting of white beaches, turquoise waters and a cliff overlooking the blowhole
- Via the green beach of Floreana leads a trail to Devil's Crown, a saltwater lagoon and marine sanctuary with bright pink flamingos and a magical underwater world. Send a letter from Post Office Bay, home to a highly unorthodox post office that allowed sailors and whalers in the 18th century to send news of their voyages to their homeland
- The city tour of Guayaquil takes you past numerous historic buildings and the colorful traditional neighborhood of Las Peñas
- City tours and transfers on a private basis with English speaking guide/driver
The journey is an example of the many possibilities. You can adjust the length of the cruise and extend your land arrangement. Our specialists are happy to think along with you to put together the perfect trip.
