Two-Week Tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos - 0001257

Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are the dream location for nature lovers. Explore the mainland in Quito and the Mindo Cloud Forest with an island-hopping adventure in the Galapagos. This tour makes sure to get the most out of a trip to this fantastic country.

After flying to Ecuador’s capital, Quito, your adventure begins with a trip to the Mindo Cloud Forest. You’ll visit a butterfly garden and orchid park and search for hummingbirds. Pose for photos on the Equator line, before you fly to Galapagos and your first base is Santa Cruz Island. You’ll head to a private ranch in the Highlands where giant tortoises roam free and take a boat to Isabela Island and visit a wetland. Spend time at the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre before returning to Santa Cruz to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Then sail to San Cristóbal Island and learn about the archipelago’s history, before a cruise along the coast gives an opportunity to spot sea birds including the blue-footed booby.

Suitable for adults of all ages.

Your Tour Includes

ACCOMMODATION
11 nights in great quality hotels plus 2 nights in flight

EXPERIENCES
Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide
Otavalo Market
Visit a working chocolate farm
Search for hummingbirds in Alambi Cloud Forest
Hike through the Mindo Cloud Forest
Mitad del Mundo, the Equator line
See giant tortoises at a private ranch
Tintoreras snorkelling and hike to see marine iguanas
Try a typical Ecudorian coastal dish (Encocado de pescado) on Isabela island
Charles Darwin Research Station
San Cristóbal Interpretation Centre and Frigatebird Hill
Snorkelling at Kicker Rock

FOOD & DRINK
26 meals: 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 5 dinners and welcome drink

Trip Pace

Relaxed

Day 1 UK to Quito

Meals included: None

Day 2 Quito - at Leisure

Meals included: None

Day 3 Otavalo

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner