Guayaquil

Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands are one of the world’s most remarkable destinations: an open-air wildlife museum that stirs the explorer within everyone. The archipelago, located about 600 miles west of mainland Ecuador, is home to an astonishing variety of endemic species — enough to inspire a theory that would change the world — and proves an irresistible destination for adventurers and nature-lovers to this day. On this epic adventure spend two full days exploring the Galapagos and all that is has to offer with the addition of a tour of Guayaquil and an overnight in Lima.

Special Note: Due to the nature of the day trips on this program, it is not suitable for guests who have walking difficulty or utilize a wheelchair. Guests must be able to get in and out of small dinghy boats with little to no assistance. Also, any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

This program begins in Guayaquil, Ecuador therefore your flight must be booked into the José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil. Guests will board the ship in San Antonio, Chile and the international flight to Chile is included in this program. The minimum number of guests to operate is 15 guests and there is a maximum of 16 guests for the program.

DAY 1 – February 7, 2025

On arrival at the José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil, proceed through Immigration formalities, identify and collect your luggage and clear Customs.

After Customs clearance you will meet our local representative and transfer to your hotel which is located near the airport.

Check in time is at 3:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have your room available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arriving flight you may wish to book an extra night so that your room is ready upon your arrival.

Meals are on your own today.

DAY 2 – February 8, 2025

After breakfast, meet your guide and drive to the airport where you will take a flight to Galapagos.

Upon arrival at Baltra Airport, a Galapagos Naturalist Guide will welcome the group and help with luggage and guidance towards a public bus that will drive towards the Itabaca Channel. Next board a public ferry for a 5-minute crossing of the azure waters of the channel towards Santa Cruz. On Santa Cruz, board a private vehicle just for our group, to transfer to Puerto Ayora on the other side of the island. Make a short stop to see the Twin Craters

Driving through the rural areas of the island, you will experience the agriculture of the archipelago as well as the diversity of its flora. Surrounded by wild landscapes and different species, keep a lookout for the finches that are famous for being the basis of Darwin´s theory of evolution.

Lunch will be served at a local venue in the highlands.

During your visit to the Santa Cruz Highlands, watch the famous Galapagos land tortoises in their natural environment and learn how the private ranches aid to protect these special animals. You can hear their sounds while they are trying to eat the leaves of the trees or crashing through the undergrowth. Tortoises of all different ages and sizes gather here: small young ones with shining carapaces, and older ones which are a little bit more laggard and cracks in their shells showing evidence of a long life. While seeking the giant tortoises, your local guide will share the story of the origin the lava tunnels located at this area. Formed by the lava floods of the volcanoes, they range from the highlands down to the sea level.

Transfer to Puerto Ayora town, where you will enjoy a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station and its famous residents within an impressive giant prickly-pear cactus forest. These are the headquarters of scientific investigation, conservation, and the National Park administration in the islands. Gain insight into the huge efforts being made by scientists, guides, rangers and park managers to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Charles Darwin Research Station is also part of the "Centro de Crianza Fausto Llerena" which is the breeding center for the tortoises. Tortoises are raised here in the care of researchers and then when ready are re-introduced into their natural environment.

Continue to your hotel for check-in. Dinner is served at the hotel after an exciting and memorable day.

NOTE: please pack accordingly for the flight from Guayaquil to the Galapagos. Guests can only check in free of charge one suitcase with a maximum weight of 50 lbs (23 kg). Each guest is also permitted free of charge one carry-on bag with a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg). Any excess luggage will be stored free of charge in Guayaquil. Guests checking in more than one suitcase or an overweight bag on the flight will need to pay excess or overweight luggage fees at the airport upon check in. The average cost is approximately $120 USD per extra suitcase and an additional $120 USD for an overweight bag. Fees are imposed by the airline and are subject to change.

DAY 3 – February 9, 2025

Today take a full day boat tour to one of the nearby Islands. The island chosen for the day is subject to confirmation by Galapagos National Park Management much closer to the program operation date. This government institution assigns the island tours based on technical ecological analysis and is dependent on the number of groups visiting the area at the same time. RSSC nor our local ground operator can control which programs are chosen for each day.

Island Tours:

BARTOLOME:

Experience a day in paradise with beautiful white beaches, outer space ambient, clear water, and observe as many native animals start their day.

On the two-hour boat trip breakfast is served while watching the sunrise at sea. There may be an opportunity to observe dolphins and other marine residents very close to the boat in the early hours.

Landing in Bartolome, approximately 300 steps lead up through the moon-like landscape to the highest point of the island. The reward is an amazing view over the islands Santiago, North Seymour, Baltra, Santa Cruz and Rábida. Also in view is Chinese Hat Island, as well as the well-known Pinnacle Rock, which is all that remains of an ancient volcano. The rock is home to a large quantity of sea birds and is the most photographed landscape in the Galapagos Islands.

After changing clothes for a beach visit, board the dinghy-ride for a short ride to Sullivan Bay for snorkeling. Those who don't wish to snorkel may stay on the dinghy to search among the rocks for the diminutive Galapagos Penguin. Back at the beach enjoy some time to relax or swim. The shallow sea invites you to go swimming and snorkeling while we search for Galapagos penguins, sharks, starfish, rays, sea turtles and other exotic and colorful fish. Enjoy the diversity of native residents such as marine iguanas, sea lions, pelicans, and more. After this amazing adventure, lunch is served on the return journey.

SEYMOUR AND BACHAS:

This tour offers the golden chance to get to know Seymour Island and Bachas beach. During the 1-hour boat navigation to Seymour Island, observe the slow awakening of the archipelago as the day begins.

Disembark your boat and board a dinghy for a ride along the rocky coast near a small forest consisting of gray and silver Palo Santo (Holy Stick) trees, which are without leaves for most of the year. Seymour is famous for its large colonies of birds. The unique male frigate birds with their inflated red pouches attract females during breeding season, and the famous Galapagos blue-footed boobies can be observed as well. Other highlights of this excursion are a beach with small cliffs, seagulls, many sea lions, marine iguanas and pelicans, most only an arm's length away.

A freshly cooked lunch consists of two courses and is served on the boat. After lunch, your boat navigates to Bachas beach along the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island. Take a short hike to the flamingo pond just behind the beach, and afterwards refresh with swimming and snorkeling at this isolated paradise beach with white sand and turquoise waters. Sea lions, rays, sea turtles, and tropical fish may join in our underwater experience!

PLAZAS AND PUNTA CARRION:

Board a boat and cruise to South Plaza Island. The island welcomes travelers with a bright colorful red and green carpet of sesuvio, an endemic plant, spread over the Island, as well as the loud, friendly barking of several sea lion families which have settled down on the shore of the channel between North and South Plaza Islands where your boat anchors. The turquoise water of the ocean juxtaposes perfectly with the white shining beaches and the black lava rocks of the coast.

The hike is easy and goes alongside relaxing sea lions and land iguanas which can be found on most parts of the island. The trail leads to the highest cliff where swallow-tailed gulls cross the air screaming. Here lie the sea lions which could not persist against their competitors climbing up the almost vertical wall. At the same time, tropical birds, blue-footed boobies, and other marine frigate birds glide gently in the wind. We suggest guests bring along binoculars in order to get an extraordinary close view of these animals, as well as the other marine life. The view from the highest point over the ocean and the powerful waves breaking at the cliffs is an experience that visitors will not forget.

Afterwards, the trip continues to Punta Carrion, where lunch is served on board the boat. This is a great spot to snorkel and swim among rays, sharks, and hundreds of colorful tropic fish.

SANTA FE:

Formed by uplifting, rather than by a volcano, Santa Fe is known for having one of the most beautiful coves in all the Galapagos. Some of the island’s endemic species include the Galapagos hawk, Galapagos snake, land iguanas, various types of finches, and the Galapagos mockingbird. The visit includes a hike on a trail past salt bushes where Galapagos hawks as well as the Santa Fe land iguanas tend to roam. Playful sea lions will usually accompany swimmers and snorkelers during beach time.

FLOREANA:

Navigate to the small town of Puerto Velasco Ibarra located on the Floreana Island (approximately 2.5 hours from Santa Cruz). Upon arrival, take local transportation known as “Chiva” to start a 30-minute ride up to the highlands of Floreana Island. The chiva will ascend a dirt road surrounded by typical dry vegetation which transforms into a lush, green vegetation as you gain elevation. In this area, you will also find some farms with banana, coffee, cacao, and other tropical plantations. The short drive will end at the “pampada” from where you will start a beautiful walk to observe the typical flora of the area. Along the way you will also encounter some giant Galapagos tortoises. Continue to the place known as “Asilo de la Paz” (Peace Asylum), a historical place where the German Wittmer family settled down when they arrived to Floreana in 1932. Observe the caves used as their home before moving to the place which is now known as Puerto Velasco Ibarra. Back in town, enjoy lunch prepared in a small, local restaurant.

Next, walk to “La Loberia”, a beautiful bay. The main attraction is the presence of a small colony of sea lions. There is also a great chance to observe marine iguanas resting on the rocks, and in the waters of the bay we may be able to see marine turtles.

ISABELA:

This morning, sail to the town of Puerto Villamil on Isabela Island (approximately 3 hours from Santa Cruz). Upon arrival, visit the Isabela Tortoise Breading and Interpretation Center where your guide will explain the different activities developed by the National Park to protect the fragile environment. Here, you will also find Giant Galapagos Tortoises of different species and sizes.

Afterwards, walk to the place known as “Humedales” (Wetlands). The walk follows a well-maintained path from which you can observe this beautiful place composed by lagoons and rocks and surrounded by four species of mangroves and typical trees of the area. In the lagoons you can observe flamingos and migratory birds.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit "Las Tintoreras”, a scenic area where you will find colonies of marine iguanas, sea lions, and many sharks known as Tintoreras (White-tipped sharks) resting in the channels formed by lava flows. Later, you can do some snorkeling, perhaps in the company of sea lions, penguins and marine turtles.

Regardless of the program selected for the day, your trip ends with a late afternoon return and dinner at your hotel.

Please Note:

Boat tours may be shared with independent guests

Boat sailing during the navigable day tour is usually rough and due to sea conditions, may take longer than 2 hours. The islands to be visited are determined at the sole discretion of the Galapagos National Park Management.

DAY 4 – February 10, 2025

This day will be similar to Day 3 but with a different island visited. As with Day 3, the island visited is subject to confirmation closer to program operation. Your day trip ends with a late afternoon return and dinner at your hotel.

DAY 5 – February 11, 2025

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Guayaquil. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to a local restaurant for lunch followed by a panoramic city tour of Guayaquil. Guests will be re-united with any luggage that was stored.

Begin along the architecturally-rich main 9 de Octubre Avenue, and then continue to a favorite destination of the locals – Centennial Park – a green area that honors the heroes of Guayaquil’s Independence. The unusual Bolivar Park, also called “park of the iguanas”, comes next. Here, you will have an opportunity to see the colorful iguanas roaming around the park undisturbed and perching on the treetops!

Continue to the Malecon 2000 along the shores of the Guayas River. Pass by the Civic Plaza, the Moorish Tower, City Hall, and the Rotonda Monument. Drive towards the north passing Santa Ana Hill, which is home to Guayaquil’s oldest neighborhood – the Barrio of Las Peñas. Here the homes have been beautifully restored with brightly colored paints and design details.

After your tour, return to the Guayaquil International Airport for an international flight to Lima.

Upon arrival in Lima, you will go through Customs and Immigration and once you have collected your luggage you will meet a local guide who will walk with you to your overnight hotel which is located inside the airport terminal.

A late dinner will be provided at the hotel.

NOTE: For the international flight between Guayaquil and Lima, guests can normally check in free of charge 1 suitcase with a maximum weight 50 lbs (23 kg). Each guest is also permitted free of charge one carry-on bag with a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg).

For this reason, a second piece of checked luggage per person (per maximum weight listed above) is included in the cost of this program. Should guests need to check in more than 2 pieces or have any overweight luggage on the flight, they will need to pay the airline fees at the airport upon check in. The average cost is approximately $120 USD per extra suitcase and an additional $120 USD for an overweight bag. Fees are imposed by the airline and are subject to change.

DAY 6 – February 12, 2025

After an early breakfast, walk back to the Lima Airport check in area for an international flight to Santiago, Chile.

Upon arrival in Santiago, Chile, a local representative will meet the group after customs, immigration and luggage claim, and transfer with you to a local venue for lunch before you proceed to San Antonio port for embarkation. Do note that the walk from the gates to Customs and Immigration can take up 15 minutes depending on your arrival gate.

NOTE: Please pack accordingly for the international flight from Lima to Chile. Guests can normally check in free of charge 1 suitcase with a maximum weight 50 lbs (23 kg). Each guest is also permitted free of charge one carry-on bag with a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg).

For this reason, a second piece of checked luggage per person (per maximum weight listed above) is included in the cost of this program. Should guests need to check in more than 2 pieces or have any overweight luggage on the flight, they will need to pay the airline fees at the airport upon check in. The average cost is approximately $120 USD per extra suitcase and an additional $120 USD for an overweight bag. Fees are imposed by the airline and are subject to change.

Land Program Details Step by Step:

•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.

•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any further amendments.

•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Extra Nights

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.

•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil.

You are met at the international arrival door, after collecting your bags at the carrousel and transferred to your hotel.

3:00pm Check in time at your hotel. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed

The remainder of the day is at leisure and any meals are on your own

Overnight at the Hilton Colon Guayaquil Hotel or similar hotel

Meet and Greet and transfers

•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.

•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.

•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.

•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

DAY 2 - Timings are dependent on flight details once confirmed

6:30am Breakfast at the hotel

7:30am Transfer to the airport

7:45am Arrival to Guayaquil’s Airport and check in

10:00am Flight to Baltra (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

10:59am Arrival to Baltra Airport, meet your Naturalist guide

11:15am Transfer to the Highlands of Santa Cruz

12:15pm Lunch at a local venue

1:30pm Visit giant tortoise ranch

3:00pm Transfer to Puerto Ayora

3:30pm Hotel check in

7:00pm Dinner at the hotel

Overnight at Blu Lodges Galapagos Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 3

TBA Breakfast at your hotel or boxed breakfast (depending on the navigable tour)

TBA Navigable tour

1:00pm Lunch on board or in a seated venue (depends on the visited island)

3:30pm Return back to the dock and transfer to your hotel

5:00pm Arrival to the hotel

7:00pm Dinner at the hotel or at a local nearby restaurant - TBA

Overnight at Blu Lodges Galapagos Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 4

TBA Breakfast at your hotel or boxed breakfast (depending on the navigable tour)

TBA Navigable tour

1:00pm Lunch on board or in a seated venue (depends on the visited island)

3:30pm Return back to the dock and transfer to your hotel

5:00pm Arrival to the hotel

7:00pm Dinner at the hotel or at a local nearby restaurant - TBA

Overnight at Blu Lodges Galapagos Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 5 - Timings are dependent on flight details once confirmed

6:00am Breakfast at your hotel

7:00am Transfer to the Baltra Airport

8:00am Arrival at the Baltra Airport - check in

10:05am Flight to Guayaquil (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

12:56pm Arrival to Guayaquil Airport, reunited with any stored luggage

1:15pm Meet your guide and transfer to lunch venue

1:30pm Lunch at local restaurant

2:45pm Depart for panoramic city tour of Guayaquil

5:20pm Return to the airport for check-in

8:40pm Flight to Lima (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

10:35pm Arrival to the Lima Airport and walk to your airport-based hotel

11:00pm Check in at hotel and late dinner

Overnight at the Costa del Sol Airport Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 6 - Timings are dependent on flight details once confirmed

4:45am Breakfast at the hotel or boxed breakfast - TBA

5:15am Transfer to the airport and check in procedures

8:30am Flight to Santiago, Chile (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

2:00pm Arrival in Santiago, Chile

2:30pm Meet your guide after customs and luggage collection

3:00pm Transfer to local venue for lunch

3:30pm Lunch

4:30pm Drive to the Port of San Antonio

5:30pm Arrival at the pier for embarkation

Ship is scheduled to depart at 7:00pm

Expected Weather:

The Galapagos Islands have a subtropical climate regulated by the cold Humboldt Current and the warm El Nino current. Weather varies during the year. From December until May temperatures range from the low 80°s (26 C°) to the high 90°s (32°) (with possibilities of rain). From June to September temperatures vary from the low 60°s (15 C°) to the high 70°s (21°). This is the garua season (mist in the mornings). From October until December temperatures range from the 70°s (15 C°) to the 80°s (26 C°) (dry season).

What to Bring:

It is not necessary to carry much to the Galapagos, pack light and pack smart. Lightweight, fast drying materials are recommended.

Light loose pants, shorts, shirts (short and long sleeved)

Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses

Shoes: you will have dry landings (step directly from the dinghy onto dry land) and wet landings (wade to shore from the dinghy through shallow water). You can either bring one pair of “hybrid” shoes that are good for walking and getting wet or one set of footwear for getting wet (sandals or water shoes) and one pair to bring ashore in a backpack for hiking.

Small backpack to carry on land visits for your camera and water

Plastic bag to keep your camera or photographic equipment dry

Snorkeling gear (not essential)

On board the day trip boats, snorkeling gear will be available for all passengers. If you use a fin size smaller than 6-7 or larger than 10-11, please bring your own as these sizes may not be available.

Wetsuit (not essential)

Any required medications and seasick tablets if you are prone to motion sickness on boats

Binoculars

Insect repellent

Local Currency:

Ecuador’s local currency is US Dollars / Lima’s local currency is the Sol

Electricity

Ecuador uses 110 volts, 60 cycle electricity, same as in the USA. Plugs are typically the 2-pronged flat type so US travelers will not typically need a converter or adapter. In Lima, 220V. In case needed, hotels may be able to provide adaptors however we recommend bringing your own universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

Luggage information

Flights Guayaquil – Galapagos – Guayaquil - Guests can only check in free of charge one suitcase with a maximum weight of 50 lbs (23 kg). Each guest is also permitted free of charge one carry-on bag with a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg). Any excess luggage will be stored free of charge in Guayaquil. Guests checking in more than one suitcase or an overweight bag on the flight will need to pay excess or overweight luggage fees at the airport upon check in.

For this reason, excess luggage can be stored in Guayaquil while in the Galapagos.

Flights Guayaquil to Lima and Lima to Santiago - Guests will be able to check in up to 2 suitcases with a maximum weight 50 lbs (23 kg) each. Each guest is also permitted free of charge one carry-on bag with a maximum of 15 lbs (7 kg). Should guests need to check in more than 2 pieces or have any overweight luggage on these flights, they will need to pay the airline fees at the airport upon check in.

The average cost is approximately $120 USD per extra suitcase per flight and an additional $120 USD for an overweight bag per flight. Fees are imposed by the airline and are subject to change.

Make sure all luggage has your name on it and don’t forget to bring with you to the Galapagos any documents, medications and valuables.

Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from your home to the ship - www.luggageforward.com Phone: 877-231-5131

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via the Reservations Team at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

This program takes place in Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Please note that passport holders are responsible for obtaining the required documentation applicable for entry. Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months after completion of your journey and should also have sufficient blank pages for visas and immigrations stamps. Guests should check with their local Embassies for the countries visited on this program for any Visa stipulations for their nationality and ensure that proper documentation is obtained if necessary.

Tourist Card (Chile)

A 90-day tourist card is issued to all arriving visitors (normally during the flight to Santiago or upon arrival). Please keep this tourist card with your passport as you may be required to turn this in when leaving Chile. Do not lose this piece of paper.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Aircraft type (subject to change):

To / From Galapagos - Airbus A319

To Lima and Santiago – Airbus A319, A320 or Boeing 787

Accommodations:

Hilton Colon Guayaquil Hotel

Av. Francisco de Orellana Mz. 111, Guayaquil 090512

Blu Lodges Galapagos Hotel

Ave Charles Darwin, Puerto Ayora 200350

Costa Del Sol Airport Hotel Lima

Av. Elmer Faucett SN, Lima 07031, Peru

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Includes for guests:

•1 night at the Hilton Colon Guayaquil Hotel or similar hotel – Deluxe room

•3 nights at the Blu Lodges Galapagos Hotel or similar hotel – Run of House room with full board in Galapagos (from lunch upon arrival day to breakfast on departure day)

•1 night at the Costa Del Sol Airport Hotel in Lima or similar hotel – Standard room

•Airport assistance in Guayaquil, Lima and Santiago

•Naturalist Guide (provided by the Galapagos National Park) to accompany and guide in the Galapagos Islands

•1 x 250 ml bottle of water per person on each transfer in the mainland

•2 course set-menu lunches with 2 soft drinks in the Galapagos Island during the daily boat tours

•3 course set-menu dinners on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5 includes 2 soft drinks and 2 alcoholic drinks (house wine or local beer to choose from)

•3 course set-menu lunches on Days 2, 5 and 6 includes 2 soft drinks and 2 alcoholic drinks (house wine or local beer to choose from)

•All activities mentioned in the itinerary

•Porterage at the Guayaquil, Lima, and Santiago de Chile airports

•Any excess luggage will be stored free of charge in Guayaquil Transportation with air-conditioning

•Economy class flights per the itinerary (direct flights not guaranteed)

•One additional piece of checked luggage (max 50 lbs / 23 kg) per person on the flights from Guayaquil to Lima and Lima to Santiago

•Local escort to accompany the group throughout the program

Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Any meals or beverages not listed in the itinerary

•All items of a personal nature, such as telephone calls, laundry & curio shop purchases

•Gratuities to drivers and guides

•Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

•Overweight or excess luggage fees above what is included

•Visa fees if required

Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.