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Galapagos Islands a Dream for Naturalists & Local Encounters

9 days
Start and end in Quito
5.0
4 traveler reviews
Galapagos Islands  a Dream for Naturalists  & Local Encounters - Signature Tours
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Tour Operator:
Signature Tours
Max group size:
10
Age range:
1 to 90
Operated in:
English, Spanish
Tour id:
216928
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Highlights

  • Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed colonial district
  • Swim with sea lions at San Cristobal Island
  • Hike and spot giant tortoises on a local farm
  • Snorkel with sea life around Española Island
  • Discover Floreana Island's mysterious history

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival to Quito International Airport
  2. Day 2 Visit to the Colonial District in Quito
  3. Day 3 Flight to the Galapagos Islands - Arrival & visit the highlights
  4. Day 4 Visit to the Eco farm and the hidden Route.
  5. Day 5 Full Day Navigation to Española Island
  6. Day 6 Transfer to Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay, Darwin Station
  7. Day 7 Navigation to Floreana Island
  8. Day 8 Excursions around Floreana Island
  9. Day 9 Transfer to the Airport in Santa Cruz Island + Outgoing flight to Quito
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Signature Tours

Number of tours

138

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

100%

Signature Tours is a Tour Operator in South America oriented to clients who expects the maximum comfort and a personalized attention. Our company is the most experienced in the management of individuals or small groups in the travel market, satisfying the needs of the most demanding clients from...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
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    5.0
  • 4.9
  • S
    · June 2nd, 2021
    We enjoyed very much my Galapagos trip. Thanks to our guide Andrés.
    Signature Tours commented on this review
    thanks so much Sarah for your comments! we really appreciate them! hoping to see you back soon in our latitudes. thanks and have a great day Gabriela
    Trip date: December 2019
  • S
    · May 29th, 2021
    Amazing trip! I love the Galapagos, Our guide Angie was great!
    Signature Tours commented on this review
    thanks Saro for your comment, much appreciated! hope to see you back in our latitudes sooner than later! have a great day! Gabriela
    Trip date: January 2019
  • Galapagos Islands  a Dream for Naturalists  & Local Encounters reviewer 3
    · May 28th, 2021
    It was an incredible experience! I loved this trip, the guide was spectacular! I want to go back to Galapagos!
    Signature Tours commented on this review
    thanks Angelica for your comment! much appreciated! hope to see you back in our latitudes soon! Gabriela
    Trip date: December 2020
  • W
    · May 19th, 2021
    Our trip was simply perfect. Galapagos is an amazing destination, we have really enjoyed the unique landscapes, the fauna, and all the activities, I did enjoyed swimming with sealions!!!. Everything was prepared to our liking. We spend amazing time with our local hosts, they made us feel at home. A journey we won't forget!
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    Trip date: November 2020

Dates & Availability

9 days
Galapagos Islands a Dream for Naturalists & Local Encounters
From Quito to Quito

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