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Galapagos Islands Holidays & Tours, Ecuador + Galapagos Cruise (ships & deals)

Galapagos Islands holidays & tours to Ecuador will take you to one of the most iconic wildlife conservation areas in the world, comprising an archipelago of 19 volcanic islands and 40 islets straddling the equator, some 600 miles west of the mainland.
 
Named after the giant tortoises found here ('galapago' in Spanish), these islands were brought to the attention of the world by Charles Darwin on his historic voyage on the HMS Beagle, after which he developed his famous theory of evolution. It is easy to see why he found the wildlife here so fascinating, as many of its creatures can't be found anywhere else on earth. The birds, reptiles and mammals of the Galapagos Islands have no fear of humans, making sightings spectacular. You will need to take care not to step on land iguanas or nesting birds, whilst observing them up close.
 
Galapagos Islands holidays & tours to Ecuador offer one of the most famous wildlife watching destinations in the world, with a Galapagos cruise the most popular way to explore, with a wide choice of ships & deals. Where Africa has its Big Five, the Galapagos Islands have their 'Big 15'. Huge land iguanas, smaller marine iguanas, giant tortoises, penguins, blue-footed boobies performing their mating dance, red-footed boobies diving for fish, fur seals lounging on the beach, scavenging red-throated frigatebirds, waved albatross, flightless cormorants and pink flamingos - the list goes on.
 
When planning Galapagos Island holidays & tours to Ecuador, you have the choice of a Galapagos cruise (typically from 4 to 7 nights) or a stay on one of the three inhabited islands - Santa Cruz, San Cristobal or Isabela. If you choose a Galapagos cruise, there is a wide choice of ships at different prices, ranging from 16 to 100 passengers, offering many deals. Smaller ships are more intimate, but have less space, fewer facilities and are more susceptible to choppy waters. Larger ships are better for those with poor sea legs. Having decided on the best ships & deals, you then need to choose an itinerary - ie  eastern, western, northern or southern islands - all of which are fascinating and will reveal the unique wildlife of the region. If you are a birder choosing the right itinerary is key, as some species are found only on specific islands.
 
We suggest timing your Galapagos cruise for when the waters are at their calmest or, if this is not possible, then choose one of the larger ships where you will be more protected from the elements, or a Galapagos cruise that navigates the more sheltered inner islands.
  
Combine your ideas with our expertise and let us help you create a holiday of a lifetime. We offer a wide range of options at different price points, all of which can be tailor made to your needs.
 
For expert advice on Galapagos Islands holidays & tours in Ecuador and Galapagos cruises (with wide choice of ships & deals), email or call us on +44 (0)1582 766122 to speak with a specialist travel consultant. Download our Ecuador/Galapagos brochure (PDF 0.4 Mb).
 
We also offer specialist Birding Holidays and Wheelchair Accessible Holidays.
 
We have been arranging Galapagos Islands holidays, tours in Ecuador & Galapagos cruises (with many ships & deals) for over 20 years.
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More information on Galapagos Islands holidays, tours in Ecuador & Galapagos cruises (with wide choice of ships & deals):
 
Sitting more or less on the equator, Galapagos Islands holidays & tours offer a warm climate and each month has its own specific wildlife highlights. During the warmer, slightly rainy season, the waters are clear to an extraordinary depth and water temperatures average around 25°C.
 
Although the total human population of the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador is around 25,000 and there are some fine beaches, this is no island paradise. The volcanic landscape is often bare like a moonscape with little vegetation, but you will find Galapagos Islands holidays & tours fascinating and thrilling - as it's all about the animals, birds and sea life and the unwavering dedication to keeping them safe and protected.
 
There are eighteen main islands of which only three are inhabited and the rest belong to the incredible array of wildlife. Endemic species seen on Galapagos islands holidays & tours or on a Galapagos cruise include the blue-footed booby, Galapagos penguin (the only penguin to live in temperate water), Galapagos tortoise, Galapagos sea lion, three species of iguana, flightless cormorant and the famous Darwin finches.
 
The iconic blue-footed booby can be found in other parts of South America, but over half of the world’s population breeds in the Galapagos Islands. Their mating dance is a special attraction. Colonies of magnificent frigatebirds also breed on the islands and are genetically distinct, though again they are also found elsewhere in the world. The male frigatebird inflates its neck pouch to display a huge red breast during courtship. On a Galapagos cruise, the courtship ritual of the waved albatross is another remarkable sight, with the male and female performing an elaborate display of circling and bowing. These birds spend most of their time at sea, but breed exclusively on the Galapagos Islands.
 
The extraordinary familiarity with human beings is repeated in the sea. This an immense marine reserve with a fantastic mix of friendly sea life. There are a range of exotic sharks, whales, mantas and leopard rays, with seals and sea lions, penguins, turtles, barracuda, moray eels, stunning coral and reef fish, with all that a snorkeller could possibly wish for, and some of the best diving in the world. Scuba diving is live-aboard, as a Galapagos cruise is classified as either tourist or diving (they cannot be combined). Some diving can also be done from a base on one of the islands.
 
There are several breeding programmes on the Galapagos Islands for endangered giant tortoises, the largest of which is the Charles Darwin Research Station at Puerto Ayora on the island of Santa Cruz.
 
The best way to see as much wildlife as possible is on a Galapagos cruise that takes in a number of the islands. There is a wide choice of ships & deals, and the cruise length can vary from a few days to two weeks.
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Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos Cruise
Ecuador Holidays Quito Galapagos Islands Cruise Boats Ships Deals Offers
8 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,786
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERA8Q
• Isabela Island
• Punta Vicente Roca
• Santa Cruz Island
• Galapagos Islands Cruise
• Ecuador Holidays
• Fernandina Island
• Many Boats, Ships, Deals & Offers
• North Seymour Island
• Charles Darwin Research Station
• Quito & Galapagos Islands

Our Ecuador holidays combine historic Quito in the Andean Highlands, with a spectacular Galapagos Islands cruise viewing its unique wildlife. Disembark twice daily by zodiac to walk among nesting blue-footed boobies, see giant tortoises, marine & land iguana, frigatebirds and so much more (with separate cruises for divers). Galapagos flights, marine fees & all transfers included, with many boats, ships, deals & offers.

Ecuador Tour: Quito + Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
Galapagos Islands Tour Ecuador Quito Giant Tortoise Reserve Santa Cruz
7 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,106
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
EYA7Q
• Tour Ecuador, Quito
• TelefériQo (cable car)
• Galapagos Islands Tour, Ecuador
• Puerto Ayora Bay
• Guayaquil
• Santa Cruz Island
• Quito City Tour
• Galapagos Islands by Yacht
• Centre of World Monument
• Giant Tortoise Reserve

This shared Galapagos Islands tour in Ecuador combines the capital of Quito, with a Giant Tortoise Reserve on Santa Cruz island & the small town of Puerto Aroya. The Galapagos islands are home to many endemic species found nowhere else of earth. A full day yacht excursion to one of the islands is included. All specified transfers & sightseeing included, but not flights. Departs monthly. Min 2/max 16.

Ecuador + Peru Tour: Galapagos (Santa Cruz) + Machu Picchu
Peru and Galapagos Tour Quito Ecuador Santa Cruz Island Machu Picchu
13 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,064
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
EYB13G
• Giant Tortoise Reserve
• Quito, Ecuador
• Sacred Valley of the Incas
• Peru and Galapagos Tour
• Guayaquil
• Cusco & Temple of the Sun
• Machu Picchu
• Centre of World Monument
• Santa Cruz Island
• Lima

Enquire about this shared Peru and Galapagos tour, that combines the historic high-altitude city of Quito in Ecuador with the unique wildlife of stunning Santa Cruz Island. Then fly to Peru and explore Lima, the citadel at Machu Picchu, Cusco & the Sacred Valley of the Incas. All specified transfers & sightseeing included, but not flights. Departs monthly. Min 2/max 16.

Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos (on land)
Galapagos Islands Holidays Hotels Flights Santa Cruz San Cristobal Isabela
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,543
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERB10Q
• Galapagos Islands Holidays
• South Plaza by Yacht
• Santa Cruz Island
• Quito
• San Cristobal & Isabela options
• Santa Fe Island
• Bartolomé + Sullivan Bay
• Hotels & Flights
• Isabela Island
• North Seymour + Bachas

If you do not want an expedition cruise, enquire about our Galapagos Islands holidays, with hotels & flights to Santa Cruz island, combined with yacht excursions to Bartolomé & Sullivan Bay, North Seymour & Bachas, South Plaza and Sante Fe islands. Also visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre and the Giant Tortoise Reserve. It is also possible to stay on San Cristobal or Isabela island.

Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos Cruise
Ecuador Holidays Quito Galapagos Islands Cruise Boats Ships Deals Offers
8 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,786
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERA8Q
• Isabela Island
• Punta Vicente Roca
• Santa Cruz Island
• Galapagos Islands Cruise
• Ecuador Holidays
• Fernandina Island
• Many Boats, Ships, Deals & Offers
• North Seymour Island
• Charles Darwin Research Station
• Quito & Galapagos Islands

Our Ecuador holidays combine historic Quito in the Andean Highlands, with a spectacular Galapagos Islands cruise viewing its unique wildlife. Disembark twice daily by zodiac to walk among nesting blue-footed boobies, see giant tortoises, marine & land iguana, frigatebirds and so much more (with separate cruises for divers). Galapagos flights, marine fees & all transfers included, with many boats, ships, deals & offers.

Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos Cruise + Santa Cruz (on land)
Ecuador Holiday Galapagos Islands Cruise Santa Cruz Finch Bay Diving
11 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,973
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERH12L
• Finch Bay
• Charles Darwin Centre
• Giant Tortoises
• Quito
• Galapagos Islands Cruise
• Ecuador Holiday, Galapagos
• Birds & Marine Life
• Centre of World Monument
• Santa Cruz Island
• Diving Options

This wonderful Ecuador holiday combines exploring the old Inca city of Quito, situated close to the equator, with a cruise in the spectacular Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean, with their unique birds & marine life. After your amazing expedition cruise relax for a few days on Santa Cruz island, with hotel options from mid-range to 5* Finch Bay. Diving options on request. Regional flights to Galapagos included.

Peru + Ecuador: Machu Picchu + Galapagos (on land)
Ecuador And Peru Holidays Galapagos Islands Machu Picchu Cusco Lima
16 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,979
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRM16L
• Machu Picchu
• Santa Cruz Island
• Lima City Tour
• Yacht Excursions
• Giant Tortoises Reserve
• Sacred Valley of the Incas
• Ecuador and Peru Holidays
• Galapagos Islands
• Cusco + Sacsayhuaman
• Quito

If you are not a good sailor, our tailor made Ecuador and Peru holidays combine the stunning Galapagos Islands, staying on land on Santa Cruz island, with incredible Machu Picchu, historic Cusco & Lima. Explore the unique wildlife of the Galapagos which is home to giant tortoises, seals, iguana, sea turtles & abundant bird and marine life, as well as the history of Peru. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Ecuador: Quito + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
Wildlife Bird Watching Holiday Ecuador Amazon Vacation Galapagos Cruise
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$6,578
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERG12Q
• Bird Watching Holiday Ecuador
• Amazon Vacation
• Cloud Forest
• Canopy Tour
• Cock of the Rock displays
• Quito
• Galapagos Cruise
• Wildlife & Bird Watching Holiday
• Centre of World Monument
• Tropical Birds

This wildlife & bird watching holiday in Ecuador combines historic Quito with a visit to the Amazon, where you can see a spectacular array of tropical birds & rainforest wildlife. End your vacation with a spectacular Galapagos Cruise, where you can see iconic blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds & waved albatross - as well as iguanas, giant tortoises & sea lions. Amazon & Galapagos flights, all transfers & park fees included.

Peru + Ecuador: Macchu Pichu + Galapagos Cruise
Peru and Ecuador Holiday: Lima Cusco Machu Picchu Quito Galapagos Cruise
15 NIGHTS FROM:
$6,937
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRL15L
• Cusco
• Unique Wildlife
• Peru and Ecuador Holiday
• Inca Markets
• Galapagos Cruise
• Machu Picchu
• Ollantaytambo
• Lima
• Quito
• Sacred Valley

Combine the cultural & wildlife highlights of two beautiful countries on this wonderful Peru and Ecuador holiday. Visit the bustling capital of Lima, the old Inca city of Cusco, the Sacred Valley & the lost city at Machu Picchu. Then fly to Quito, high in the Andes, before embarking on a spectacular Galapagos Cruise to view unique wildlife. Galapagos flights, all transfers & English speaking guides included.

Ecuador: Quito + Avenue of Volcanoes + Galapagos
Ecuador Holidays: Quito Avenue of Volcanoes Tour Galapagos Cruise
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$7,170
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
EPV12Q
• Baltra Island
• Equador Holidays: Quito
• San Cristobal Island
• Cuenca
• Giant Tortoises
• Avenue of Volcanoes Tour
• Centre of World Monument
• Galapagos Cruise, Ecuador
• Guayaquil
• Ingapirca Ruins

Our Ecuador holidays start in the old Inca capital of Quito situated high in the Andes, continuing with a private Avenue of Volcanoes tour & an unforgettable Galapagos Cruise. Explore the cultures & volcanic landscapes of this small country situated on the equator, before embarking on your expedition cruise to view the unique wildlife of the Galapagos. All transfers, marine park fees & sightseeing with English speaking guides included.

Ecuador Wildlife: Cloud Forest + Amazon + Galapagos
Ecuador Wildlife Holiday: Quito Cloud Forest Amazon Galapagos Cruise
15 NIGHTS FROM:
$7,180
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ERC15Q
• Quito
• Amazon Rainforest
• Charles Darwin Centre
• Giant Tortoises
• Yasuni National Park
• Ecuador Wildlife Holiday
• Santa Cruz Island
• Galapagos Cruise
• Clay Licks
• Cloud Forest

This wonderful Ecuador wildlife holiday combines the old Inca city of Quito, high in the Andes, with the wildlife & birds of both the high altitude Cloud Forest & the low-lying Amazon Basin. Then embark on a spectacular Galapagon Cruise to view the unique marine life and birds that inhabit these islands. Galapagos flights, all transfers & marine fees included.

Costa Rica Highlights + Galapagos Cruise
Holiday Wildlife Costa Rica Galapagos Islands Cruise Quito Vacation
18 NIGHTS FROM:
$7,775
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
RRL18S
• Quito Vacation
• Holiday, Wildlife of Costa Rica
• Manuel Antonio
• Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs
• Costa Rica & Galapagos Islands
• Arenal Volcano
• Sloths, Turtles & Tropical Birds
• San Jose
• Tortuguero Wetlands
• Galapagos Islands Cruise

This wonderful holiday combines the turtles, sloths, tropical birds & rainforest wildlife of Costa Rica, with a Galapagos islands cruise & the colonial city of Quito. Visit the Tortuguero wetlands; impressive Arenal Volcano & the rainforests of Manuel Antonio. Then fly to Ecuador & complete your vacation with a once-in-a-lifetime cruise in the Galapagos Islands. All transfers, park fees & sightseeing included.

Peru Highlights + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
Peru And Galapagos Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Amazon Quito Ecuador
19 NIGHTS FROM:
$8,373
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRN19L
• Larco Museum
• Machu Picchu
• Amazon
• Sacred Valley of Incas
• Quito, Ecuador
• Galapagos Cruise
• Cusco
• Centre of World Monument
• Lima
• Peru and Galapagos Tour

This Peru and Galapagos tour visits Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley, the old Inca capital of Cusco, the wildlife of the Amazon rainforest & Quito in Ecuador. Then embark on a fascinating cruise through the Galapagos Islands, with its unique wildlife. This holiday can be tailor made to your needs, with a variety of Galapagos boats available of different sizes, with cruises varying from 4 to 7 nights or more.

Birding Holiday - Ecuador: Cloud Forest + Amazon + Galapagos
Birding Holiday Ecuador Cloud Forest Cock of Rock Galapagos Cruise
20 NIGHTS FROM:
$8,373
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
7ERA20Q
• Hummingbirds
• Cloud Forest
• Centre of World Monument
• Guayaquil
• Birding Holiday Ecuador
• Galapagos Cruise
• Cock of Rock displays
• Yanacocha & Antpittas Reserves
• Quito City Tour
• Macaws, Toucans & Parrots

This tailor made birding holiday in Ecuador combines the Amazon with the magnificent equatorial Cloud Forest, with its colourful neo-tropical birdlife and Cock of Rock displays. Enjoy birding along the Paseo del Quinde (Hummingbird Way), as well as in the Yanacocha & Antpittas reserves. End with a stunning Galapagos Cruise, with a choice of boats and durations. Galapagos flights, all birding & transfers included.

Classic Peru + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
Peru Ecuador Wildlife Holiday Colca Canyon Amazon Cloud Forest Galapagos
24 NIGHTS FROM:
$9,331
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRO24L
• Colca Canyon
• Lima
• Galapagos Cruise
• Peru & Ecuador Wildlife Holiday
• Amazon Rainforest
• Machu Picchu
• Cloud Forest
• Arequipa
• Quito
• Lake Titicaca

Combine the cultural sights of Peru & Ecuador with a wonderful wildlife holiday as you visit Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu & the Amazon basin. Then fly to Quito to explore its Cloud Forest, finishing with an Expedition Cruise through the extraordinary Galapagos Islands. All transfers, Galapagos flights & specified sightseeing with English speaking guides included.