DETAILED ITINERARY:
DAY 1 - Monday, Jan 25, 2027:
Arrival at Quito International Airport
Meet and Greet at the airport & Tour Manager and driver
Private coach transfer from Quito International Airport to Go
Quito Hotel
Arrival and check in at 5 star Go Quito Hotel
Free evening
Overnight at 5 star Go Quito Hotel in Quito (Premium Room)
DAY 2 - Tuesday, Jan 26, 2027:
Quito
Breakfast at the Hotel
Full Day Tour: Colonial City Tour Plus Middle of the World
Plus Lunch
Quito was the first UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage site declared
in 1978. It displays the largest colonial town of the Americas
with an eclectic architecture ranging from the modern quarters
to varied colonial facades on churches and private residences
decorated and balconies built along the last five centuries.
See the gothic Basilica del Voto Nacional and the Independence
Square flanked by the Presidential and the Archbishop’s palaces
dated back to XVII and XIX centuries. Share the spirit of Quito
by walking to the Metropolitan Cathedral with excellent samples
of the Spanish Renaissance. Visit the so-called street of the
Seven Crosses and pass by the Jesuit convent, El Sagrario church
with a unique orthodox cross lay outdated back to the seventeenth
century and the jewel of the crown. Visit the Jesuit temple
of the baroque art La Compañía de Jesús, and the jewel of the
crown of the colonial architecture in Quito, continue to the
Plaza of San Francisco which is a temple and convent, displaying
a rich sample of artistic and cultural heritage.
After a typical lunch, we head approximately 11 miles (18 Km.)
north of the city to arrive at the Middle of the World Complex
which holds the Equator Monument situated at 0º0’0” latitude.
In the eighteenth century, the French Geodesic Expedition erected
one of three pyramids, as landmarks, to commemorate their calculation
of the middle of the Earth. The complex replicates the Spanish
colonial architecture with a typical central plaza, a church,
and bull-fighting ring.
Optional activity: Chocolate tasting (not included, at additional
cost)
Welcome Reception and Dinner at the Hotel (B,L)
Overnight at 5 star Go Quito Hotel in Quito (Premium
Room)
DAY 3 - Wednesday, Jan 27, 2027:
Otavalo and Surroundings
Breakfast at the hotel
Full Day Tour: OTAVALO INDIGENOUS MARKET & SURROUNDINGS
Departing north from Quito, travel through the scenic valleys
of Guayllabamba and Cayambe, surrounded by stunning Andean landscapes.
After approximately two hours, arrive in Imbabura Province.
Visit the famous indigenous Otavalo open-market and wander around
various stands set in the central square. There, you will be
able to shop from various options of hand-made textiles, wooden
decorations, andean musical instruments, hats, jewelry, and
a variety of local souvenirs.
This tour will take us to one of the rose plantations of the
region. Delight your senses in observation of the process of
rose producing activity, from the hoop houses to the post-harvest
rooms. Our guide will take you to visit the nearest town called
Peguche which is known for its weavers and then visit a workshop
of wind instruments. Followed by it, we will continue to visit
Cotacachi village, where its residents are skilled manufacturers
of leather goods, and then we will head to the crater lake Cuicocha
which will amaze guests with its beautiful setting.
Lunch and Dinner on your own (B)
Overnight at 5 star Go Quito Hotel in Quito (Premium
Room)
DAY 4- Thursday, Jan 28, 2027:
Quito - Galapagos
Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Galapagos as per
schedule below:
Transfer from the airport to the port for embarkation on your
cruise.
DAY 4 - 8 - January 28 - February
01, 2027: Galapagos Legend Cruise, West Expedition:
All inclusive Galapagos Cruise aboard top quality M/V Galapagos
Legend
The Galapagos Legend, an exceptional expedition ship with a
capacity for 100 guests, embodies the charm of the Enchanted
Islands. While it's large enough to host a significant number
of passengers, it maintains an intimate atmosphere for a more
personal experience. All cabins have sea views, making it suitable
for special tours, incentives, weddings, and small congresses.
This ship features three different decks, offering a variety
of spacious social areas and ample capacity for events. Its
open decks are perfect for admiring the islands' flora and fauna,
enjoying a night BBQ, or relaxing by the pool. Additional amenities
include a gym, Jacuzzi, bar areas, and a massage room. There's
also a spacious auditorium and launch for conferences.
Each day aboard the Galapagos Legend offers two unique excursions
to different locations, allowing guests to wake up to idyllic
landscapes followed by a buffet-style breakfast. The islands
and visitor sites provide diverse geographical landscapes, fauna,
and flora. Wildlife encounters include blue-footed boobies,
sunbathing sea lions, and penguins during snorkeling activities.
After exploring, guests return to the ship for a varied lunch
buffet and relaxation time by the pool, sun terraces, or Jacuzzi.
Excursions are led by Galapagos naturalist experts, providing
insights into geology, evolution, human history, and biology.
Guests can hike through natural paths, have close encounters
with local wildlife, and enjoy water activities like snorkeling,
kayaking, or glass-bottom boat adventures. There are options
for soft and middle-intensity activities at all sites. Dinners
on board feature local and international specialties, with a
special meal planned on the highest deck for dining under the
stars. Each evening concludes with a briefing about the next
day's excursions, followed by free time to relax, visit the
bar, or engage in onboard activities. (B,L,D)
DAY 8 - Monday, Feb 01, 2027:
Galapagos - Quito
Transfer from your port to the airport for your flight back
to Quito as per flight schedule below:
Transfer from the airport to your Hotel in Quito
Overnight at 5 star Go Quito Hotel in Quito (Premium
Room)
Day 9 – Tuesday, Feb 02, 2027: End of the trip
Breakfast at your Hotel
Group coach transfer to the airport for a flight back home
(B)
Itinerary is subject to change.
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PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
► 4 nights stay in Premium Double Room (double bed or 2
twin beds) at 5 star Go Quito Hotel (January 25-27 and February
01-02)
► Daily buffet breakfast at Hotel Go Quito
► All hotel's taxes and fees
► All transfers as listed in above itinerary
► Full Day Tour on Day 2 including lunch
► Welcome Reception and Dinner at Go Quito Hotel on day 2
► Full Day Tour on Day 3 without lunch
► Tour Manager during the land portion of the trip
► All inclusive Galapagos Legend West Expedition Cruise (5
Days/4 Nights) based on the shared double occupancy cabins
as listed under the pricing below
► Cabins with air-conditioning & private facilities
► All meals. Welcome and Farewell cocktails
► 24 hour coffee station
► Two daily excursions to different islands with english
speaking naturalist guide
► Snorkeling equipment
► Activities on board (briefings, lectures)
► Airport and port assistance, transfers to port and dinghy
ride to the ship
► Fuel surcharge of $50
► Air Ticket Quito to/from Galapagos (subject to change until
ticketed) as per schedule below:
- AV1632 Quito - Guayaquil 08:04 AM - 08:50 AM
- AV1632 Guayaquil - Galapagos (Baltra) 09:53 AM - 10:48 AM
- AV1633 Galapagos (Baltra) - Guayaquil 11:38 AM - 14:00 PM
- AV1633 Guayaquil - Quito 15:24 PM - 16:15 PM
- 1 checked luggage 20kg and 1 carry on per person
► CGG - Migration Control Card (subject to change)
► Entrance Fee to Galapagos (subject to change)
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:
► Alcoholic beverages and sodas
► Tips (suggested tip per day per person $20 for crew and
$10 for a guide)
► Optional on board plus taxes:
- Wetsuits rental: $25
- Kayak Rental: $25 each use per person
- Scuba Diving: $355 half day tour with 1-2 immersions and
equipment included |
