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Stunning Galapagos Island Skipping 6 Days

This six‑day Galapagos island‑hopping adventure sweeps you into a world where wildlife rules and every horizon feels untouched. Your journey begins in Quito before you fly out to the legendary archipelago, landing with enough excitement to match the landscapes ahead. Santa Cruz Island offers your first glimpse of the giants—Galapagos tortoises roaming ancient lava tunnels—before you continue across the water to Isabela Island, a place so rich in biodiversity it helped inspire Darwin’s Origin of Species. With sandy streets, palm‑lined paths, and seal pups splashing in the shallows, it quickly becomes a paradise you’ll feel lucky to call home, even briefly.

Mornings here start with the ocean calling. Kayaking along the coast brings you eye‑to‑eye with green sea turtles gliding beneath the surface. Returning to Santa Cruz, you wander toward Tortuga Bay, where rays, reef sharks, herons, and blue‑footed boobies animate the shoreline. Sunbathing beside a marine iguana or sipping fresh juice at a local café becomes part of the rhythm.

Sailing onward to San Cristobal, sea lions greet you at every turn. A mostly downhill bike ride reveals volcanic highlands, colourful towns, and shifting vegetation zones before you reach La Loberia’s rugged beach. Your final day brings bird‑watching and a cruise to the towering Kicker Rock, where you snorkel among starfish and Galapagos sharks while learning how fragile and extraordinary this ecosystem truly is. After a last lunch on board and time to savour the islands’ beauty, you return to the mainland—unless, of course, you decide to keep the adventure going in Peru.





5 Nights

Accommodation


7 Meals


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Luxury air conditioned coach
with WiFi*



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Tour Highlights

  • Quito: Into the Enchanted Isles! Your Galápagos adventure takes flight, ready to explore nature's wonders.
  • Isabela Island: A Wildlife Spectacle Awaits! Journey to the Galápagos' largest island, keeping watch for sea turtles gliding by, playful penguins, and curious sea lions.
  • Santa Cruz Island: An Audience with Giants! No Galápagos visit is complete without a memorable encounter with its most famous, gentle inhabitants.
  • Santa Cruz Island: Journey Through Volcanic History! Wander through the impressive tunnels formed by ancient solidified lava flows.
  • Isabela Island: Dive into a World of Color! Snorkel in crystal-clear waters teeming with turtles, vibrant angelfish, and dazzling parrotfish – a true underwater gem
  • Isabela Island: An Unforgettable Marine Ballet! Float in the stunning turquoise waters, surrounded by the playful antics of penguins, graceful turtles, and curious sea lions.
  • Isabela Island: Witnessing a Living Legacy! A profound opportunity to observe endangered Galápagos Giant Tortoises up close and learn about crucial conservation initiatives.
  • Santa Cruz Island: Beauty and Solitude Found! Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes before hiking to a secluded beach where only iguanas and your Contiki family keep you company.
  • Santa Cruz Island: Supporting Island Guardians! Be part of the crucial work of Galapagos scientists dedicated to conservation, restoration, and sustainable development.
  • San Cristobal Island: Capture the Charm of the Coast! Get your camera ready for delightful encounters and photo opportunities with the friendly local sea lions.
  • San Cristobal Island: A Hidden World Beneath the Waves! What appears as a striking red rock above the surface hides a vibrant underwater ecosystem, bursting with marine life.
  • San Cristobal Island: Find Your Serenity by the Sea! Unwind on the untouched sands, embracing the peace and tranquility of this beautiful island with your Contiki crew


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Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Quito to Isabela Island

Quito

Ecuador welcomes you! Today we’re flying to the exquisite Galapagos Islands. Much excitement? You should. At arrival, we’ll eat to satisfy our hunger.

Santa Cruz Island

Santa Cruz welcomes us with giant tortoises and ancient lava tunnels. We’ll cross the water to Isabela Island, where we’ll sleep in the Galapagos National Park, after lunch.

Isla Isabel

Isabela Island gave Charles Darwin the idea for his ‘Origin of Species’ and is home to unique biodiversity. Can it get any better than sandy streets, palm palms, clear lakes, and seal pups playing? Take in the surroundings since it’s your temporary home.

Accommodation – Hotel La Gran Tortuga (or similar)

Meals – Dinner

Included Experiences

Fly to the Galápagos Islands to explore these natural treasures.

To Isabela Island by boat, as you glide to the largest Galapagos island, watch for sea turtles, penguins, sea lions, and more.

Meet renowned huge tortoises, a visit to the Galapagos is incomplete without meeting its most renowned residents.

Lava tunnel hike Walk through these amazing lava tunnels.

 

Day 2 - Isabela Island

Well good morning paradise. The ocean is calling, and who are we to resist her? Our wildlife kayaking adventure will see us taking to the seas with beady eyes on the lookout for green sea turtles.

Accommodation – Isamar Hotel | Hotel en Galápagos, Ecuador

Meals – Breakfast

Included Experiences

 

Day 3 - Isabela Island to Santa Cruz Island

Isla Isabel

Today we’ll be hungry (island life does that), but Santa Cruz is on the horizon.

Santa Cruz Island

We’ll walk to the beach and Tortuga Bay after adjusting to Santa Cruz. Sharks, rays, turtles, great blue herons, and blue-footed boobies inhabit the island, delighting wildlife lovers. Sunbathe next to a marine iguana or stop at quaint eateries for fresh juice.

Day 4 - Santa Cruz Island to San Cristobal Island

Santa Cruz Island

Back on our boat, we’ll go to San Cristobal, looking for lovely bathing sea lions (they’re everywhere). The island’s picturesque mountains are best explored by bike, mostly downhill, thanks to four extinct volcanoes. Before reaching La Loberia beach, we’ll cross five vegetation zones and visit El Progreso, a colourful town.

Island of San Cristobal

Day 5 - San Cristobal Island

Island of San Cristobal

Our last day in the Galapagos is supposed to be full of natural beauty. We’ll start with bird-watching, then cruise to the 143-metre Kicker Rock, one of the area’s most famous landmarks. After learning about the rock’s above- and below-water animals from our Local Guide, we’ll plunge in and investigate. Look for chocolate chip starfish and Galapagos Sharks, but stay away from the coral to avoid damaging the delicate eco-system. Get back on board and head to Puerto Grande Beach. We’ll have lunch on board and spend the afternoon seeing Galapagos before ending the day with a feast to remember.

Day 6 - San Cristobal Island to Quito

San Cristobal Island

There’s time to relax this morning & take in the beauty of the island before heading back to the mainland where your trip ends on arrival.

Quito

Not done yet? Why not fly to Peru and join our Peru Uncovered trip?



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  • Galapagos: What to Pack Light! Pack light for the Galapagos in a small backpack or duffel (easy for boat transfers!). Essentials include: good walking shoes, Teva-style sandals (no flip-flops for hikes!), swimsuit & towel, light/medium fleece, waterproof jacket, shorts, tees, long pants/sleeve shirt, hat, polarized sunglasses, athletic socks, basic first-aid/meds (aloe, high SPF, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, moisturizer, pain relief, motion sickness), a water bottle, and Ziplock bags for electronics.
  • Galapagos: Do I Need Shots? Check the latest health info for Ecuador from the CDC. We also recommend chatting with your doctor about vaccinations.
  • Galapagos: What’s the Weather Like? Expect warm temps in the Galapagos, from comfy to humid! It’s usually around 30°C (85°F), with slight variations throughout the year. Honestly, it’s always a good time to visit!
  • Galapagos: Need-to-Know Info! There are mandatory cash-only entrance fees for the Galapagos: US$200 park fee, US$20 INGALA fee, and US$10 Isabela Island tax (subject to change). So, have US$230 ready. Our local partner for this trip is Adventure Journeys.


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