Island-hop the Galapagos on foot and by motorboat, with memorable hikes, snorkeling, and time to explore Quito, led by an expert tour leader.
  • Explore Quito’s colonial Old Town in the Andean highlands.
  • Snorkel León Dormido, searching for hammerheads, eagle rays and turtles.
  • Hike San Cristóbal highlands to El Junco Lake; encounter giant tortoises.
  • Walk Floreana’s black volcanic beaches among sea lions and red iguanas.
  • Walk Isabela’s Wall of Tears and through mangroves rich with birdlife.
  • Trek Sierra Negra volcano across lava fields and active fumaroles.
  • Snorkel Cabo Rosa’s lava tunnels with turtles, penguins and marine iguanas.
  • Sail to an outlying island: Bartolomé, South Plaza or North Seymour.
Enjoy 13 Classic nights in comfortable, locally owned hotels and guesthouses, chosen for value and location. Expect simple facilities in the Galapagos, with occasional hot water outages or blackouts. Private rooms and room upgrades are usually available, and extra pre- or post-tour hotel nights can be arranged.