Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Cruise
10 days | 16 days with Peru extension | Estimated monthly payments as low as $437
Venture into the heart of Ecuador’s societal and natural heritage.
Ecuador puts new meaning behind the saying, “good things come in small packages.” In terms of flora, fauna, and opportunities for viewing unique local wildlife, this South American country runs the gamut. Journey to Quito for a taste of Ecuadorean culture and Spanish colonial history. Then, island-hop through the Galapagos, where you’ll move from mangrove swamps to lava flows to sunny shorelines, encountering scores of exotic creatures along the way. End in the indigenous city of Otavalo, famous for its colorful market.
Your tour package includes
- 4 nights in handpicked hotels
- 4 nights aboard the M/V Galapagos Legend cruise ship
- 8 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 5 dinners
- 10 sightseeing tours
- Expert Tour Director & local guides
- Private deluxe motor coach
- 2 on-tour flights
Included highlights
- Cerro Panecillo
- Quito’s Old Quarter
- La Compañia
- Rabida Island
- Snorkeling with sea turtles
- Tagus Cove
- Giant tortoise nature reserve
- Otavalo market
Itinerary

Quito
Day 1: Flight & late-night arrival in Quito
After your flight, arrive late this evening in Quito and settle into your hotel.
Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Quito
Included meals: Breakfast, Welcome lunch
Today, embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Quito.
- Drive up Cerro Panecillo hill for views of the city and surrounding volcanoes
- Sit down to enjoy an included welcome lunch
- Marvel at the neo-Gothic Basilica of the National Vow
- Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, passing by the Legislative Palace, Independence Square, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Quito
- Enter La Compañia, the city’s Baroque church, to view its gold leaf interior
- Step inside the 16th-century Monastery of San Francisco
Reviews
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When I booked I didn’t know what to expect. This was my first EF GO tour and my first time South of the Equator. The nine days I spent on the ground and on the ocean was non stop and thoroughly delightful! I made many new friends and as a single traveler I felt safe everywhere...
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Hi Angela, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your first EF GO tour and your first time...
We enjoyed the mix of Galápagos Islands and Ecuador’s mainland visit. We learned allot about things we found interesting. Machu Picchu was a nice final touch added with Cusco sites. Our Guides were excellent. Another great trip through Go Ahead.
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Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the unique blend of the Galápagos Islands, mainland...
Most disappointing trip I have ever taken. Other than Macchu Picchu, Equidor and Peru have nothing to offer. Visited 5 Galapagos Islands and they were all pretty much the same. Did not feel safe in Equidor or Peru.
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that this trip did not meet your expectations. We are glad you enjoyed Machu...
Once again EF Go Ahead Tours exceeded my expectations with a fantastic tour of the Galapagos and Machu Pichu. First and foremost the guides were excellent from the tour directors, to the naturalists on board the Legend, to the local guides. They took care of every detail and...
EF Go Ahead Tours
Thank you for traveling with us and for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to hear that your tour of the Galápagos...
There were many superlative nature experiences on land, sea, and under the water during this tour! However, you had to be hardy enough to tolerate high altitude, rain, being wet, having more wet and damp clothes than you would like to have (or ever had before), etc. If you could...
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Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are so glad to hear that you had many unforgettable nature experiences, from the land...
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Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
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