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Voyage Overview

7-day all-inclusive Galápagos Expedition Cruise with round-trip flights from Quito

Voyage Highlights

Setting out from beautiful Quito

Quito is one of South America’s most alluring capitals and a World Heritage City of graceful Spanish-era architecture, packed with cosy restaurants and artisanal shops. With two overnights here, you’ll have time to taste delicious Ecuadorian specialties and stroll through colorful markets brimming with local handicrafts. On the second day, you’ll visit Quito's historic centre on a guided tour.

Awe inspiring Galápagos Islands

Next, you’ll journey to the uniquely inspiring isles of Galápagos and visit the islands of Santiago, Rábida and Bartolomé, Genovesa and Santa Cruz. Here you’ll experience an array of beautiful landscapes harboring a variety of ecosystems and see iconic wildlife such as marine iguanas, giant tortoises, Nazca Boobies and Darwin’s Finches. On this active cruise, and with an onboard Expedition Team of local guides, you'll get closer to the many natural wonders in our small panga boats, kayaks and glass-bottom boat.

Destinations

Galapagos South America

Please Note

All planned activities are subject to weather conditions Your flight from Baltra will be to Quito. Quito’s altitude is at approximately 9,350 feet above sea level and during your stay, you might experience mild altitude sickness Excursions and activities are subject to change Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements  Depending on your flight times, an additional overnight might be needed (not included)

Flights

Flights in economy class between Quito and Baltra including all taxes

Hotel

Two nights at a hotel in Quito before the expedition cruise, including breakfast and dinner on day 2

Transfers

Transfers between the airport and the hotel in Quito before the expedition cruise
Note: If your flights have not been booked with us, please provide your full flight details 30 days prior to travel so we can arrange your transfer (applies to all transfers from the airport to your booked hotel via HX in Quito on the tour start date)
Transfers between the airport and the ship in Baltra

Excursion

Full-day excursion: Historic Quito and Middle of the World, including lunch, before the expedition cruise

Extras

Galápagos Islands National Park admission fee
Transit Control Card for the Galápagos Islands
Access to the airport lounge at the Quito (or Guayaquil) airport upon return from the Galápagos Islands for guests flying internationally on the day of disembarkation

Expedition Cruise

A stay in a cabin of your choice
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening (subject to licensing laws, excludes premium drinks)
All day coffee, tea and soft drinks
A complimentary reusable Ocean Bottle water bottle to refill on board and take home
A lightweight drawstring backpack to use on board and take home with you
Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer
Complimentary Wi-Fi. Please note, streaming is not supported
Use of hot tubs, fitness room, lounges and more
Gratuities included. Fantastic service is standard at HX – though if you’d like to leave something extra, it’s always appreciated
Range of included activities

Onboard Activities

In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by our knowledgeable Expedition Team
Full access to the ship’s Science Corner
The Citizen Science Program allows guests to assist with ongoing scientific research
An onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
Daily briefing with the Expedition Team about the plans for the next day

Landing Activities

Escorted and guided landings with small boats.
All necessary equipment for activities, such as walking poles, short wetsuit, and snorkelling equipment (varying sizes for adults, one size for children), will be provided on board on loan. Your HX travel documents will have a recommended packing list.
Expedition photographer on hand to assist you

International flights
Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings
Travel protection
Baggage handling

Ship

MS Santa Cruz II

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions)

With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community.

Passengers90

Tonnage2,664 GT

Built2002

Decks4

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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

Children: 5–15 years Child discount: 20%

Third Person Policy

Child discount: 50%

Cancellation Policy

120+ days before departure: 25% penalty 90–119 days before departure: 40% penalty 58–89 days before departure: 70% penalty 44–57 days before departure: 90% penalty 0–43 days before departure: 100% penalty For departures from 1 April 2027 onwards: 90 or more days | 15% 60-89 days | 50% 30-59 days | 75% Less than 30 days | 100%

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See General Terms & Conditions PDF (guestAgreementPdf) — HX consolidates all specific policies (cancellation / name change / children / third person / onboard charges) into a single T&Cs document.

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Voyage Overview

Voyage Highlights

Setting out from beautiful Quito

Awe inspiring Galápagos Islands

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

International flights

Hotel

Transfer

Charter flight

Vibrant Quito

Visit historic Quito

Your cruise begins

Pristine Santiago Island

Stunning Rábida and Bartolomé

Genovesa, a bird paradise

One last adventure

Charter flight

International flights

Please Note

Flights

Hotel

Transfers

Excursion

Extras

Expedition Cruise

Onboard Activities

Landing Activities

Ship

MS Santa Cruz II

Deck Plans

Onboard Facilities

Onboard Life

Live Position

Extend your trip with Pre & Post-Trip Programmes

Mashpi Reserve: A Luxury Rainforest Retreat (Pre)

Jungle Adventure in Ecuador’s Amazon (Post)

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EH | Explorer cabin

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