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  • Trip Type
  • Mid-Luxury
  • Length
  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • When to Go
  • July-December

    • Snorkel with sea lions, trek volcanoes, and unwind beneath starlit skies

    The Galapagos Islands offer a raw, romantic escape for couples drawn to nature and adventure. This 7-night mid-luxury journey begins in Quito’s colonial center, then carries you to the islands of Santa Cruz and Isabela—where marine life, lava landscapes, and coastal serenity await. Snorkel through volcanic tunnels, hike across Sierra Negra’s crater, and kayak past penguins and reef sharks through mangrove channels on a private tour. Boutique lodges like Finch Bay and Iguana Crossing ground your stay in barefoot elegance, while private candlelit beach dinners offer moments of island magic just for two. Designed for travelers who seek both thrills and stillness.

    Trip Highlights

    • Snorkel alongside sea lions, reef sharks, and penguins
    • Trek to the rim of Sierra Negra, one of the world’s widest volcanic craters
    • Paddle through Isabela’s Tintoreras mangroves on a private kayak tour
    • Wander Quito’s UNESCO-listed colonial streets with a local guide
    • Spot giant tortoises in Santa Cruz’s misty highlands
    • Candlelit dinners & boutique eco-lodges
    • Beachfront views & quiet luxury

    similar trips per person from:

    $3,780.00 low season (May - Oct)
    $4,180.00 high season (Nov - Apr)
    prices vary based on departure season.

    At a Glance

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    • Day 1: Quito - Arrival

      Arrive in Quito and transfer to Casa Gangotena, a refined four-star hotel in the historic Old Town. Explore nearby Plaza San Francisco or sip a warm canelazo from your balcony, the city’s mountain-ringed beauty setting a vibrant tone for your journey.

    • Day 2: Quito - History in the center of the world

      Join a shared tour of Quito’s UNESCO-listed center, strolling cobblestone streets and marveling at the gold-leaf interior of La Compañía. In the afternoon, head to Mitad del Mundo, where you can straddle both hemispheres and visit the Intiñan Museum for local cultural insight.

    • Day 3: Quito to Santa Cruz - Off to the Galapagos

      Fly to Baltra and ferry across to Santa Cruz Island, where you'll check into the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel, a beachfront eco-lodge tucked between mangroves and sea. That afternoon, explore the El Chato Reserve, walking among giant tortoises in the highlands’ misty grasslands.

    • Day 4: Santa Cruz - Snorkeling Santa Fe island

      Board a boat to Santa Fe Island, where you’ll snorkel with playful sea lions and explore coral-studded coves teeming with fish. Return to Finch Bay for a relaxed afternoon, and cap the day with a private candlelit dinner on the beach—waves lapping gently, stars overhead.

    • Day 5: Santa Cruz to Isabela Island - Discover Isabela's laid-back vibe

      Take a ferry to Isabela Island and check into Iguana Crossing, a boutique eco-retreat perched at the edge of Puerto Villamil’s soft sands. Spend the afternoon walking the beach, visiting the flamingo lagoon, or sipping cocktails on the rooftop as the sun dips behind volcanoes.

    • Day 6: Isabela Island - Crater views & coastal paddling

      Trek with a guide to the Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the largest craters on Earth, with panoramic views stretching across lava fields. That afternoon, glide through Tintoreras’ mangroves on a private kayak tour, spotting reef sharks, sea turtles, and Galápagos penguins in peaceful waters.

    • Day 7: Isabela Island - Underwater lava landscapes

      Embark on a shared boat tour to Los Tuneles, a surreal network of lava arches and shallow channels. Snorkel alongside turtles, rays, and reef sharks, surrounded by a landscape shaped by fire and time. Return to Iguana Crossing for one final sunset on the sand.

    • Day 8: Isabela Island to Quito - Departure

      After breakfast, take the ferry back to Santa Cruz and transfer to Baltra Airport for your flight to Quito. Depart with sand in your shoes, stories in your hearts, and the wild spirit of the islands still humming in your bones.

    Accommodations

    What's Included?

    Your trip includes everything you want & need, plus a few surprises along the way. Unique, unforgettable destinations; tours with local experts; authentic local cuisine; lessons, demonstrations & new cultural insights; more adventure than you can handle; blissful relaxation; romantic touches; and a feeling of total freedom. ROAM takes care of everything so that you can enjoy a hassle-free journey without worrying about a thing.

    • Airport pickup
    • All hotel accommodation
    • All breakfasts, 1 dinner
    • Detailed maps and trip preparation guide
    • All special events and tours
    • All vehicle and regional air transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
    • All baggage transportation

    Know Before You Go

    • Itinerary prices are dependent on season of departure. Christmas, New Years and Easter (Semana Santa) are peak season, and prices during these periods are significantlky higher than other times of year. High season (cool/dry season) runs from July through December, and low season (hot/wet season) from January through June.

    • Arrival: hotel check-in times are typically at 2:00pm, but you may arrive at any time during the day. If you arrive prior to the scheduled check-in time, we will arrange for early check-in wherever possible. Ecuador grnats 90-day visa-free entry for Americans, Canadians and British citizens. Galapagos requires a $20 Transit Control Card, biosecurity check, and online declaration form submitted 48 hours before your flight, as well as proof or return/departure flight. Upon arrival, there is a $200/adult or $100/child Galapagos Park fee due in cash.

    • Departure: hotel check-out times are at 10:00am. International flights on your departure day should be arranged to depart after 1:00pm.

    • All prices in USD.

    • For vaccination recommendations, please visit the CDC website.

    • For American, Canadian, and British citizens, a valid passport with 6+ months remaining is required for entry to Belize.

    • Ecuador uses USD. Carry small bills ($1-$20), as larger bills ($50-$100) are often refused. Credit cards are accepted in cities, Galapagos cruises and most hotels and resorts, though cash is needed in rural areas. ATMs are available in most cities.

    • Please ensure you have immediate access to a minimum of USD $300 as an emergency fund to be used if circumstances outside our control (e.g. a natural disaster) require changes to your planned route.

    • If departing Belize by air, most major airlines include exit taxes in the price of your airfare.

    • It is customary to tip service providers (waiters) around 10% depending on service. Tipping taxi drivers is not required.

    • Gratuities for guides and drivers are deeply appreciated, and provide an important supplement to their income. If you are pleased with the tour services you've received, a guideline for tipping in mainland Ecuador is USD $10-20 per person per day for guides of multiple-day tours, and $5-10 per person per day for drivers. For day tours, plan on USD $3-5 per person for drivers, and USD $5-10 for guides. For Galapagos cruises, plan on USD $10-20 per person per day for guides and USD $10-20 per person per day for the crew (total: $20-40 per person per day).

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    Getting There

    From North America: several airlines offer direct and connecting flights to Ecuador’s main international airports: Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito (airport code: UIO) or José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil (airport code: GYE). Direct flights are available from cities like Miami, Houston, Atlanta, and New York. Including connection time, flights from the USA typically range from 4-8 hours, while flights from Canada (via U.S. or Latin American hubs) range from 8-12 hours. To reach the Galapagos, take a domestic flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Seymour Airport on Baltra (GPS) or San Cristóbal Airport (SCY), lasting about 2-3 hours.

    From the UK: no direct flights are available from the UK to Ecuador. Connecting flights typically route through U.S. cities (e.g., Miami, Houston), European hubs (e.g., Madrid, Amsterdam), or Latin American cities (e.g., Bogotá, Lima). Including connection time, flights from the UK to Quito or Guayaquil range from 14-20 hours. For the Galapagos, add a domestic flight from Quito or Guayaquil to Baltra (GPS) or San Cristóbal (SCY), approximately 2-3 hours.

    When you arrive in BZE, there will be an airport transfer waiting to take you to your first destination. If you have questions about flights, or require assistance booking, please contact us here. We're here to help!

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