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ECUADOR and THE GALAPAGOS (WBG2010)
A 9-Day Avalon Waterways tour starting from $3,379
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| Starting Price: | $3,379 |  |
| Tour Length: | 9 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Ecuador, Galapagos, South America | |
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City Highlights
Cruise:
3-night cruise in the Galápagos in an outside stateroom
Quito:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; Legislative Palace, San Francisco Monastery, La Compania Church, Workshop & Museum of Oswaldo Guayasamin, and Equatorial Monument; welcome dinner
Galápagos Islands Cruise:
Three nights cruising Galápagos National Park aboard the Santa Cruz; Charles Darwin Research Station; guided sightseeing each day with a local Naturalist
Galápagos Islands Finch Bay Hotel:
Two nights for relaxing and further exploration of the Galápagos; farewell dinner
All Intra-Tour Flights
Notes:Wine with dinner on cruise.Maximum elevation on tour: 9,200 ft.The ship’s itinerary may vary according to Galápagos National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, and seasonal changes to create the perfect cross-section of sites visited.
Ship
M/V Santa Cruz
Meals
American breakfast daily (B), 5 lunches (L), and 6 three-course dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Quito and a farewell dinner at the Finch Bay.
Hotels
Quito
Swissotel Quito (SF),
Galápagos Cruise
Santa Cruz (F),
Galápagos Hotel
Finch Bay Hotel (F),
Guayaquil
Oro Verde (SF)M/V Santa Cruz
Fly to Quito, Ecuador. (Wed.) Board your flight to Quito. Your flight to South America arrives late this evening and will be met by your Local Host.
Day 2:
Quito. (Thu.) An included sightseeing tour showcases Quito’s treasures: the historic stone murals of the LEGISLATIVE PALACE, Independence Plaza and the 16th-century SAN FRANCISCO MONASTERY, the Jesuit’s LA COMPANIA CHURCH with its stunning golden altars, and the impressive paintings at the WORKSHOP & MUSEUM of Oswaldo Guayasamin. Have your photo taken in front of the EQUATORIAL MONUMENT, the “Center of the World.” This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner. (B,D)
Day 3:
Quito–San Cristobal–Galápagos Islands (Embarkation)–Cruising. (Fri.) A morning flight to San Cristobal, one of the remote Galápagos Islands. Upon arrival, board the sleek Santa Cruz and enjoy four days of CRUISING among various Galápagos Islands. Each day, travel ashore to the remote islands with your expert Naturalist who introduces you to the unique fauna living free and fearless of man. Today, visit San Cristobal Island, where Charles Darwin first set foot in the Galápagos back in 1835. This island is home to seabirds like blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, herons, and frigatebirds. Also look for the Chatham (San Cristobal) Mockingbird and Chatham Lava Lizard—both species are endemic to this island and seen nowhere else in the Galápagos. (B,L,D)
Day 4:
Galápagos Islands Cruising. (Sat.) Your exploration continues on Española (Hood Island), one of the oldest islands in the archipelago. Here you will see the famous blowhole as well as unique sea bird colonies, including the waved albatrosses (April-December), Nazca and blue-footed boobies, and Darwin’s finches. Also, look for red-green-black marine iguanas and a rookery of sea lions right at the landing site. This afternoon, visit a brackish-water lagoon on Floreana, where you may observe Greater Flamingos, pintail ducks, common stilts, herons, and sandpipers. For marine enthusiasts, this is a great place for snorkeling! (B,L,D)
Day 5:
Galápagos Islands Cruising. (Sun.) This morning brings you to the youngest island, Fernandina. Having no introduced mammals, Fernandina has a very unique environment and the highest density of marine iguanas. Sharing their habitat are sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and hawks. In the afternoon on Isabela Island, enjoy coastal exploration by panga along the cliffs of sunken Ecuador Volcano. Your Naturalist guides explain the dramatic geology of the area with remains of lava flows and tuff stone layers. This is the nesting place for flightless cormorants, the only birds in the world that have changed from flying birds to diving birds. Wildlife here includes sea lions, Galápagos penguins, blue-footed and Nazca boobies, and noddy terns. (B,L,D)
Day 6:
Galápagos (Disembarkation)–Santa Cruz–Finch Bay Hotel. (Mon.) This morning, disembark on Santa Cruz Island, where your Naturalist introduces the island’s lush and vibrant green highlands, pit craters, lava tunnels, the Scalesia forest, and the giant tortoises’ wild habitat. After checking in at the Finch Bay Hotel, visit the CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION, established to help conserve the Islands’ natural habitat and protect the famous giant tortoises. (B,L,D)
Day 7:
Galápagos. Finch Bay Hotel. (Tue.) Named after the famous Darwin’s finches abundant in the area, the Finch Bay Hotel offers a private seaside location surrounded by mangroves. Outings today include a list of activities that allow you to have a “Galápagos a la carte” adventure. Choose a walk to Tortuga Bay, a 6-mile-long coralline beach, mountain bike up in the highlands, or swim or snorkel right off the beach. Tonight, enjoy the view of the bay at your farewell dinner at Angermeyer’s Point. (B,L,D)
Day 8:
Santa Cruz–Baltra–Guayaquil. (Wed.) Transfer to Baltra for your return flight to Guayaquil, where you’ll enjoy free time this evening. (B)
Day 9:
Guayaquil–Homebound Flight. (Thu.) Depart this morning for hometown connections. (B)
Touring Date |
Land Only |
Land + Air |
Single (Land Only) |
Single (Land + Air) |
3/17/2010 - 3/25/2010 |
$6,249 |
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4/14/2010 - 4/22/2010 |
$3,379 |
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5/12/2010 - 5/20/2010 |
$3,379 |
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6/9/2010 - 6/17/2010 |
$3,379 |
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7/14/2010 - 7/22/2010 |
$3,379 |
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8/18/2010 - 8/26/2010 |
$3,379 |
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9/22/2010 - 9/30/2010 |
$3,379 |
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10/20/2010 - 10/28/2010 |
$3,379 |
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11/10/2010 - 11/18/2010 |
$3,379 |
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12/1/2010 - 12/9/2010 |
$3,379 |
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M/V Santa Cruz
Seeing the Galápagos Islands on board the M/V Santa Cruz goes
beyond the concept of traditional cruising, evolving into an expedition
approach in order to authentically discover and explore the natural
wonders of this region. The M/V Santa Cruz is built to luxurious standards and encourages an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.
The 44-stateroom M/V Santa Cruz
features a Jacuzzi and an observation platform for dolphin and whale
watching on the top deck. Each ship's dining room, lounge, and bar are
elegantly appointed, as is the well-stocked library/reading room. All
staterooms are outside and feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms,
hairdryers, and safety deposit boxes. The M/V Santa Cruz accommodates 88 passengers.
The M/V Santa Cruz
has gained worldwide recognition for its excellent standards, including
superb service, expert crew, the most knowledgeable multilingual
naturalist/guides, and menus that feature the very best international
cuisine and celebrated Ecuadorian dishes.
Staterooms (Click thumbnails to see full size image
Boat Deck Standard Cabin
Boat Deck Standard Cabin - 124 sq. ft. (11 x 11 ft.)
Boat Deck Standard Plus Cabin
Boat Deck Standard Plus Cabin - 156 sq. ft. (10 x 15 ft.)
Main Deck Standard Cabin
Main Deck Standard Cabin - 124 sq. ft. (11 x 11 ft.)
Upper Deck Standard Cabin
Upper Deck Standard Cabin - 124 sq. ft. (11 x 11 ft.)
Ship Facts:
- Inagurated: 1979
- Refurbished: 1998
- Length: 280 ft
- Decks: 5
- Staterooms: 44
- Passenger Capacity: 88
- Voltage: 110v with American type outlets
- Onboard Currency: US Dollars
Ship Amenities:
- Expedition Team of Naturalists
- Non-smoking interiors
- Lounge and bar
- Library (including reference books and videos on the Galápagos Islands)
- Observation area for whale or dolphin watching
- Jacuzzi and solarium
- Complimentary wine with all onboard dinners
- Open seating throughout dining rooms for all meals
- Breakfasts and lunches with a selection of Ecuadorian specialties
- Resident physician
Price Details US
Intra-tour air value: $420Single Room Supplement: $1953Triples are not available.Extra nights per person in Quito:in single room $171; in twin room $97.Extra nights per person in Guayaquil:in single room $150; in twin room $90.Cruise pricing is based on main deck cabins. Upgrades are available. 2011 prices and itineraries are subject to change.
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