Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Cruise
10 days | 16 days with Peru extension
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
Overall rating based on 325 traveler reviews
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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...
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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...
Tours were interesting & entertaining. Some tours were of great interest to me. Accommodations were good, as were meals. I wasn’t prepared for cooler weather on the mainland. (I thought I did a previous review.)
Terrific tour in all ways. Good choice of attractions etc. Galapagos portion was amazing, as was Machu Picchu. Our two tour guides were both among the best I’ve toured with. And EF did a great job of taking care of two less usual situations ( lost passport and medical...
Thrilling learning opportunity describes my Ecuador/Galapagos tour in Oct. of 2024! Just saying “Galapagos” and dreaming of time on the equator was enough of a boost from everyday life for me to sign up. AND I have no regrets! Fast-paced itinerary blended with well-scheduled...
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Thank you for sharing such a thrilling and positive review of your tour experience! We’re delighted to hear that this trip fulfilled your...
The sites were amazing 🤩. Both your directors were helpful and knowledgeable. We had a great group of travelers. Highly recommend this tour but it is strenuous.
The trip was amazing and magnificent with such breath taking views constantly. The organization of EF tours with the guides, restaurants, and itinerary was nothing short of 10 out of 10 stars. Mariza was super and EF tours is lucky to have her. I would highly recommend this...
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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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