Travelmarvel South America Tours, Galapagos Islands, Amazon Cruise, Machu Picchu
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31 GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS– marvel at this diverse ecosystem GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS – venture out on enthralling shore excursions during your Galápagos Islands cruise evening at leisure and perhaps experience the flavours of South America at one of Quito's many superb restaurants. B Day 22. Quito, Galápagos Islands Cruise. Fly to San Cristóbal Island, the easternmost island in the Galápagos archipelago. On arrival, transfer to your ship and enjoy a talk on the landscapes you are about to discover. After lunch, set out cruising to Punta Pitt, a point on San Cristóbal Island that's an important nesting area for many bird species and the only location where you will find all three species of the blue- footed booby. Here, perhaps stroll along a walking trail, wander the coast or set off on a panga (Zodiac) ride. This evening, enjoy the first of many delicious dinners on board. Stay (Four Nights): Galápagos Islands Cruise, M/V Santa Cruz II. BLD Day 23. Galápagos Islands Cruise. This morning enjoy a panga ride to Santa Fe Island and land on an idyllic sandy-white beach populated by many sea lions. Look out for the land iguanas, amid the giant prickly pear cactus. After lunch, continue to South Plaza Island, where white sand and black lava contrast brilliantly against the turquoise waters. Along the coast, watch for sea lion colonies, as well as the frigatebirds, swallow-tailed gulls and shearwaters that glide by. BLD Day 24. Galápagos Islands Cruise. Disembark your ship on Santa Cruz Island at Puerto Ayora and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Meet with a team of worldwide conservationists as you tour the facility and see giant Galápagos tortoises, as well as a range of other native creatures. The afternoon is then yours at leisure. Perhaps go hiking, biking or kayaking in Tortuga Bay, before returning to your ship this evening for a delicious dinner. BLD Day 25. Galápagos Islands Cruise. Spend today exploring Punta Suarez, situated on the western end of the island. Here, a wildlife walk provides one of the highlights of your journey. Continue to Española Island, a remarkable island that plays host to an extraordinary range of creatures. In Gardener's Bay, arrive on a long, white sandy beach, where magnificent colonies of sea lions and marine iguanas laze in the sun and sea turtles swim offshore. Keep an eye out for warbler-finches, small ground finches, large cactus finches and hood mockingbirds. BLD Day 26. Galápagos Islands Cruise, Guayaquil. Disembark your ship at Baltra Island and transfer to the airport for your flight to Guayaquil, the main port of Ecuador, as well as the country's largest and most populous city. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner later this evening. Stay: Guayaquil, Hampton Inn by Hilton. BD Day 27. Depart Guayaquil. Your South American journey ends this morning after breakfast when you'll be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. B ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY If you would like to add any Select Experiences to your itinerary, see pages 76-77 for further details and pricing. 2017 DATES & PRICES (A$) 27 Days – Santiago to Guayaquil (ISTG27) Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Feb. 4. $18,395 $27,145 Mar. 4. $18,395 $27,145 Apr. 1. $18,795 $27,545 May 13, 27. $18,795 $27,545 June 10. $18,395 $27,145 Aug. 5. $18,795 $27,545 Sept. 2, 30. $18,995 $27,745 Oct. 28. $18,995 $27,745 CRUISE UPGRADES Prices listed above include a four-night cruise in a Horizon Deck Explorer cabin aboard the M/V Santa Cruz II and are based on availability at the time of booking. See page 80 for deck plans. To upgrade, add per person: Cabin Type Twin Share Solo Trav. Expedition Deck Explorer $225 $450 TOUR NOTES Prices include all flights in South America, transfers, tipping and airport taxes (airport taxes are subject to change). Surcharges on internal air will apply if not flying internationally with LATAM Airlines booked by Travelmarvel. Please note that your Galápagos and Ecuador extension (Days 20-27) is not escorted by a Travelmarvel Tour Director, however you will enjoy the expert services of local guides and M/V Santa Cruz II staff.