Quito • Luxury Cruise • Island Exploration
From $12,500 – $22,000 USD per person
Curated by SAZ Travel Collection
An immersive journey into one of the world’s last untouched ecosystems. This 10-day expedition blends colonial elegance in Quito with an extended luxury Galápagos cruise, offering rare wildlife encounters, volcanic landscapes, and world-class snorkeling — all delivered with seamless coordination and elevated comfort.
This is the Galápagos — privately curated, consciously explored.
Tour Highlights
- 7-night luxury Galápagos cruise
- Close encounters with giant tortoises, marine iguanas & blue-footed boobies
- Snorkeling with sea lions, rays & reef sharks
- Guided excursions with certified naturalist experts
- Volcanic islands: Isabela, Fernandina, Española & more
- Quito historic center cultural discovery
- Conservation-focused, sustainable travel
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Private airport اﺳﺗﻘﺑﺎل and transfer to your luxury boutique hotel in Quito’s historic center. Evening
at leisure.
Explore Quito’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, including Plaza Grande and La Compañía Church. Visit the Middle of the World monument at the Equator Line.
Fly to Baltra Island and transfer to your premium expedition yacht. Safety briefing and first island excursion.
Explore a curated selection of iconic islands, which may include:
● Isabela Island – Lava fields & penguins
● Fernandina Island – Marine iguanas & flightless cormorants
● Española Island – Waved albatross colony
● Bartolomé Island – Pinnacle Rock views
● North Seymour – Frigate birds & blue-footed boobies
● Santa Cruz Highlands – Giant tortoise reserve
Daily guided hikes, snorkeling excursions, and Zodiac explorations with expert naturalist guides.
All meals served onboard with curated Ecuadorian and international cuisine.
Morning island visit before disembarkation. Flight back to Quito and overnight stay near the airport or historic center.
Private transfer to Quito International Airport for onward international flight.
What’s Included
- 2 nights luxury hotel in Quito
- 7-night luxury Galápagos cruise (double occupancy cabin)
- Domestic flights (Quito – Galápagos – Quito)
- All inter-island excursions during cruise
- Certified bilingual naturalist guides
- All meals during cruise
- Snorkeling equipment & wetsuits
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee
- Transit control card
- Private airport transfers
- 24/7 SAZ Travel Collection coordination
Not Included
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages onboard (unless specified by cruise)
- Gratuities for crew and guides
- Personal expenses
- Optional mainland Ecuador extensions
Luxury Accommodations & Yacht
Quito (2 Nights)
Casa Gangotena – Historic boutique luxury overlooking Plaza San Francisco
Hotel Plaza Grande – Presidential-style suites in the heart of Old Town
Upgrade Option: JW Marriott Quito (modern luxury)
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Galápagos Luxury Yacht (7 Nights)
One of the following premium expedition vessels (based on availability and category selected):
M/Y Endemic – Ultra-modern catamaran with panoramic suites
M/Y Grace – Iconic yacht once owned by Princess Grace of Monaco
M/Y Elite – Contemporary luxury catamaran with floor-to-ceiling windows
M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve – High-end expedition yachts with spacious cabins and top-tier
service
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a luxury small-ship expedition with limited guests. Private charter options are available for families or exclusive groups.
The islands are a year-round destination. December–May offers warmer waters;
June–November offers cooler seas with active marine life.
Most travelers from North America and Europe do not require a visa for short stays in Ecuador. Requirements vary by nationality.
No mandatory vaccines are required for the Galápagos. Routine travel immunizations are recommended.
Activities include light-to-moderate hikes and snorkeling. Most guests with average fitness levels can comfortably participate.
Giant tortoises, marine iguanas, sea lions, Galápagos penguins, blue-footed boobies, rays, and reef sharks.
Yes. Snorkeling gear and wetsuits are included during the cruise.
Luxury yachts feature ocean-view cabins with private bathrooms and climate control. Suite upgrades may be available.
Yes. The Galápagos is ideal for adventurous families, though minimum age requirements may apply depending on the yacht.
Absolutely. SAZ Travel Collection can seamlessly combine this expedition with Machu Picchu, the Amazon, or Patagonia for a comprehensive South America journey.