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Between Giant Tortoises and the Middle of the World, this tour of Quito and Galapagos will show you the best of nature and city!
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Intermediate Tours require a moderate level of activity. On certain days passengers may encounter long travel days, while other days they will be standing or walking for extended periods of time (sometimes over difficult terrains) during sightseeing excursions.
Discover the awe-inspiring wonders of Ecuador on this tour. This captivating itinerary combines the cultural treasures of Quito with the natural beauty and unique wildlife encounters of the Galapagos Islands. From colonial architecture to pristine beaches, volcanic landscapes to enchanting marine life, this journey promises an unforgettable adventure. Your trip to Ecuador begins in Quito, from where you will travel to Baltra Island and transfer to Santa Cruz. There, you may discover breathtaking highlands and Giant Tortoises. Enjoy a boat ride to Isabela Island and explore Las Tintoreras Islet. Take the opportunity to see Galapagos Penguins, Marine Iguanas, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, and many other exotic species of animals. Embark on a breathtaking hike and snorkel among fascinating Galapagos Sea creatures! From there, you will discover Famingo’s Lagoon, an extraordinary artificial lake home to flamingos and close to tortoises. Travel to Ecuador's inland and get ready to explore Quito. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets, visit iconic landmarks such as Independence Square, and marvel at the architectural splendor of centuries-old churches and monasteries. Quito's rich history and charming atmosphere will leave you captivated. This is a journey that will leave you forever touched by the magic of the Galapagos and the cultural treasures of Quito.
Private Group Tour
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin/double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available at USD 599 per person.
MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE:
Please note all travelers visiting Ecuador must have health insurance coverage. Proof of coverage may be/can be requested upon arrival by immigration/customs officials. Should you not have proof of coverage you can be denied entry to Ecuador. Indus Travels offers insurance and can provide you with a quote.
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Please note that proof of yellow fever vaccination is now mandatory for entry to Ecuador when travellers are arriving from having spent more than 10 days in Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, or Brazil. We recommend that you travel with your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate to ensure ease of travel. Travellers aged 60 and above are exempt from this requirement under Ecuadorian regulations.
Please arrive in time at San Diego Airport to check in and board your international flight to Quito. Enjoy inflight meals and services. Upon arrival at Quito Airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Quito
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Baltra Island, one of the world-famous Galapagos Islands. Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel on Santa Cruz Island. This afternoon you will enjoy a tour of the highlands, with an opportunity to spot the famous Giant Tortoises in their natural environment. After lunch in the Highlands, you will be transferred to Puerto Ayora to check in to your hotel.
Overnight on Santa Cruz Island
Early this morning, get ready to travel on a public speedboat with your guide to Isabela Island. There, you will take a short boat ride to Tintoreras Islet. You may see sea lions, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, sea turtles, pelicans, and Galapagos Penguins. This island is one of the main breeding sites for the marine iguanas, which makes it an excellent place to spot these creatures from close. After a hike through the islet, you may snorkel* in the nearby waters with multicolored fish, sharks, sea lions and maybe even manta rays.
*Note that masks and tubes will be provided. Wetsuits are available for rent.
Overnight on Isabela Island
After breakfast, your guide will take you to visit Famingo’s Lagoon, the largest coastal lagoon in the Galapagos. This is an approx. 2km trail where you may see the vegetation and geology of the young Isabela Island. Arriving at the Flamingo Lagoon you may be able to see flamingos feeding in this lake. This is an artificial lake, due to the excavation for construction the lake was made up by the rain. From there, the trail will end in the tortoise breeding center. Here you will learn more about the reproduction and breeding of Tortoises. The Tortoise Center of Isabela was completed in 1994 and houses tortoises from the populations of southern Isabela, many of which have experienced relatively high levels of poaching within the last 10-20 years. Visitors can see hatchlings, tortoises, and older breeding animals. This afternoon you will return by boat to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz.
Overnight on Santa Cruz Island
Optional: The Tunnels (on SIC basis): USD 210, min 2 paxPlease note this tour must be booked in advance. It cannot be booked locally.
Instead of visiting the flamingo’s lagoon and tortoise breeding center, you may choose to visit “the tunnels”. We will visit a unique place in Isabela Island called “Los Tuneles” (The Tunnels). Our path starts on board our speed boat on a 45 minutes trip. Our experienced captain will securely lead us across the waves that normally hide this treasure. The Tunnels were formed millions years ago when rivers of liquid lava ran across the island reaching the coast shore. The cold water froze their superficial layer isolating the interior while liquid lava kept flowing into the sea. When the eruption finished, a hollow structure was formed and its wall later broke allowing water to come inside and creating a tunnel. Our guide will join us along hundreds of tunnels while we snorkel and discover the marine life such as sharks, lobsters, penguins, sea lions, boobies, marine turtles among other endemic species from Galapagos. A snack will be served on board our boat. If we are lucky enough, we will have the chance to witness giant mantarays feeding in open waters. We will return to Isabela in the afternoon.
Passengers taking this optional tour will enjoy a lunched box served during the return boat ride from The Tunnels.
This morning your guide will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Quito. Quito is the largest colonial town in the Americas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you will be met by your local guide and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure in this lively city.
Overnight in Quito
After breakfast, you may enjoy a guided city tour of Quito. You will explore the Colonial District of the city, learn more about Quito’s long and fascinating past, and visit Plaza de la Independencia, the city’s main square. Here you may discover the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, and several historic churches. You may also enjoy breathtaking views of the city and its surroundings from the viewpoint at Panecillo Hill before you return to your hotel, where you can relax and unwind.
Overnight in Quito
Optional: Middle of the World Tour (Private Basis) - Min 02 Pax: USD 90, min 1 paxAfter the city tour, you will drive north of Quito to ‘the Middle of the World’, where the equatorial line divides the northern and southern hemispheres. Here you can visit the landmarks with a local guide and explore the Inti-Nan Solar Museum, where you will find more scientific information about this natural site
Today your guide will collect you from the hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight home.
Situated in Quito, 700 metres from Atahualpa Olympic Stadium, Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Popular points of interest near Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park include La Carolina Park, Quicentro Shopping Mall and Iñaquito Mall. The nearest airport is Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.
Located in the lively La Mariscal district, close to restaurants, shops, and major attractions. It offers 93 comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet and dine at the on-site restaurant serving Ecuadorian and international cuisine. The hotel also features a cozy lounge with a fireplace, business facilities, and 24-hour front desk service. Ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
Situated in Puerto Ayora and with Los Alemanes Beach reachable within less than 1 km, HOTEL AYRE By Baltra features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with pool view. At the hotel, the rooms include a patio. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at HOTEL AYRE By Baltra also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at HOTEL AYRE By Baltra can enjoy an American breakfast.
Set in Puerto Villamil and with Puerto Villamil Beach reachable within a few steps, Isamar Hotel offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFithroughout the property and a garden. Among the various facilities are a terrace, a bar, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation features room service, a business centre and organising tours for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. At Isamar Hotel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A continental, American or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property.
Set in a Mediterranean-style house located right on Cuna del Sol Beach, Hotel Albemarle Galapagos Beachfront features a lush garden with an outdoor pool. It offers air-conditioned rooms. Decorated with tiled floors and wooden-beamed ceilings, the large rooms at Albemarle Hotel are fitted with stylish furnishing. All of them have private marble bathrooms and either sea or pool views. The in-house tour desk can help the guests' travel arrangements around Isabela and other islands in Galapagos. The Albemarle Hotel has a privileged location in the heart of Puerto Villamil, a 2-hour boat trip from Santa Cruz Island and 3 km from General Villamil Airport.
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An 8-minute drive from Velasco Astete International Airport and just a few blocks from the Cusco Plaza de Armas, the Sonesta Cusco Hotel offers guests quick access to the train station and major tourist attractions such as the Palace Koricancha and Sacsayhuamán, as well as the most important Artisan Center of the city.
Featuring an indoor pool, a hot tub, and gym facilities, Crowne Plaza Lima offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi and plasma TV in upscale Miraflores district. Lima city centre is a 15-minute drive away.Fully carpeted, rooms at Crowne Plaza Lima are bright and spacious. All of them have air conditioning and minibars.International dishes can be ordered at the property’s restaurant. Pisco drinks can be enjoyed at Opera Bar. Several restaurant and pubs can be found around the corner.Guests can relax in the indoor pool and make use of the gym. Crowne Plaza Lima is a 5-minute drive from Costa Verde Beach.
MANDATORY HEALTH INSURANCE:
Please note all travelers visiting Ecuador must have health insurance coverage. Proof of coverage may be/can be requested upon arrival by immigration/customs officials. Should you not have proof of coverage you can be denied entry to Ecuador. Indus Travels offers insurance and can provide you with a quote.
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Please note that proof of yellow fever vaccination is now mandatory for entry to Ecuador when travellers are arriving from having spent more than 10 days in Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, or Brazil. We recommend that you travel with your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate to ensure ease of travel. Travellers aged 60 and above are exempt from this requirement under Ecuadorian regulations.
Click here to check our recommended travel protection plan.
All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
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Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
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With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
How do I know if I need a visa?
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.
What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour?
Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
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For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
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In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
Should I check-in online?
It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
What is required when I check-in?
Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
