Ecuador in Luxury By World Journeys

Ecuador in Luxury By World Journeys

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10 Days / 9 Nights from $17,805 Price Per Person

Sales from 01 May 2023 to 31 December 2026

**Day 1: Quito **
Arrive in Quito and transfer to the wonderful Casa Gangotena, consistently rated amongst the very best hotels in all of South America.

**Day 2: Quito **
Enjoy a leisurely private walking tour through the historic heart of Quito. This delightful city, considered to have the most well-preserved colonial centre of any Latin America capital, was in fact the first city in the world to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit beautiful churches and the charming main square, where you can admire guards dressed in traditional costume at the entrance to the Presidential Palace, and wander cobbled squares before admiring the city from a panoramic viewpoint. You may wish to enjoy one of the complimentary excursions and activities offered at your hotel. Some options include an afterhours visit to the Carmen Alto Museum or a Chocolate and Cheese tasting experience.

**Day 3: Quito > Mashpi Lodge**
A scenic three-hour road transfer takes you to Mashpi Lodge. Situated in the Ecuadorian Choco rainforest and known as one of the world’s greatest biodiversity hotspots, this multi-award winning luxury lodge is your base to begin the afternoon forest excursion. In the evening, enjoy the fine cuisine this lodge has become well known for after perhaps enjoying a treatment in the Wellness Spa.

**Day 4: Mashpi Lodge**
A full day of exploring with activities available to suit all levels of fitness. You can ride the Sky Bike along a cable stretched high in the forest canopy or, to see it from above, take the wonderful Dragonfly gondola and gently glide over the forest to admire the incredible variety of trees, ferns and birdlife that lives there. The more energetic can go on hikes with their guide, or if a quieter time is preferred, perhaps sit and be enchanted by dozens of alluring hummingbirds coming to feed close by. Later in the day, listen to the call of the Howler Monkeys and enjoy a night walk when the forest transforms as a whole new set of nocturnal creatures appear. Throughout your time at Mashpi Lodge, an English speaking naturalist guide and a guide native to the area will accompany you. They will share their knowledge of the forest, explaining some of the food and medicinal qualities of the plants, as well as locating many birds, insects and reptiles this region is so rich in.

**Day 5: Mashpi Lodge > Quito **
Time for morning activities before you transfer back to Quito and arrive in the late afternoon at the Casa Gangotena Hotel.

**Day 6: Quito > Galapagos Islands**
This morning fly to the Galapagos Islands, situated some 1000km off the coast of Ecuador, to commence your 4 night/5 day cruise. Choose from two itineraries offered aboard the luxury 48 passenger La Pinta. The Origin of the Species cruise explores the northern islands, while the Humboldt Isles Expedition explores the eastern islands. All meals, shore excursions and snorkelling equipment are included when on board. This afternoon you will commence your first excursion as your Galapagos adventure begins.

**Days 7- 9: Cruising the Galapagos Islands**
Each day is filled with both morning and afternoon excursions ashore as the history, geography and wildlife of these amazing islands is unfolded by your expert naturalist guide. Zodiac rides allow you to see more of the coast and snorkelling or glass bottom boat excursions reveal a wonderland of rich marine life beneath the waves. You will visit a number of islands during the cruise, each with their own unique personality which will be explained to you each evening in your pre-dinner lecture. The equatorial constellations will also be revealed during a stargazing lecture on board.

**Day 10: Galapagos Islands > Guayaquil **
Enjoy a final morning activity ashore in the islands, then fly back to Guayaquil and to connect with your onward flight.


Type of Journey:

Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.

Inclusions

    • 5 nights’ accommodation
    • 4 nights’ onboard M/Y La Pinta in the Galapagos Islands
    • 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners
    • Meet & Greet in Quito and the Galapagos Islands
    • Private transfers in Quito
    • Shared transfers to/from Mashpi Lodge and in the Galapagos Islands
    • English-speaking local guides
    • Private sightseeing in Quito as per the interary
    • Shared activities as per the itinerary at Mashpi Lodge and in the Galapagos Islands
    • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
    • Flights Quito > Galapagos Islands > Guayaquil
    • INGALA Transit Control Card for the Galagapos Islands
    • Wetsuits onboard
    • Carbon offset fee


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Terms and Conditions:

  • Pricing varies due to fluctuations in exchange rates; please contact us for current pricing or other changes
  • Please enquire about cross-season pricing
  • Surcharges may apply during events, festivals, public/religious holidays, or other high-demand dates
  • The price of the included flights are subject to change
Not Included:
  • Galapagos National Park Fee currently US$200 per person is payable in cash on arrival in the Galapagos
  • A fuel surcharge may be applicable on your cruise at time of booking
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
Gratuity:
  • Gratuities aboard M/Y La Pinta; recommended US$30 per person per night
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