Why Combine Quito and the Galapagos Islands?
- Immersing yourself in Quito's cultural delights and venture further into the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands.
- Get to witness the wonders of the Galapagos's wildlife up close, and also contribute to the conservation efforts that protect this unique ecosystem.
- Snorkel the underwater world of the Galapagos Islands is a treasure trove of beauty and diversity.
- Swim alongside colorful fish, manta rays, marine iguanas, sharks, graceful sea turtles, and even the occasional playful sea lion.
8-Day Quito and Galapagos Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Quito! Meet with your English-speaking guide/driver at the airport and transfer to the
hotel.
Accommodation: Dann Carlton Quito (comfort class), Wyndham Garden or similar (Tourist Superior), Hotel Ibis Quito (Tourist Class)
Meals included: None
Visit the Basilica Church, where we will make a brief stop to visit it. After walking through the colonial streets, we will then stop at the Independence Plaza to admire the Cathedraland the Government’s Palace. We will also visit the Company Church, The Sagrario´s Church, and San Francisco´s Church, you will also have the chance to taste Ecuadorian chocolate.
After visiting the historical sights, we will go to Teleferico. From a point of more than 13,000 feet (4000 m), you will enjoy magnificent views of the city. After lunch, you will head to the Middle of the World monument, where you can stand right in the middle of the equatorial line and straddle the two hemispheres. You will also enjoy the amazing landscape inPululahua inhabited crater just 5 minutes from the Equatorial line.
Accommodation: Dann Carlton Quito (Comfort Class), Wyndham Garden or similar (Tourist Superior), Hotel Ibis Quito (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast
Otavalo and its marketplace to learn all about their culture and traditions. We will stop at San Pablo´s Lake viewpoint to take some pictures where we will try some delicious biscochos (local traditional buttery cookies).
Once we reach Otavalo, you will have the opportunity to walk through the market to see the different stands and local people exhibiting their multicolored handicrafts and souvenirs, and if you’d like you can purchase some of them. We will also visit a weaving workshop in Peguche. After that, you will enjoy lunch and then visit Cotacachi, famous for its leather goods, or Cuicocha Lake before returning to Quito.
Accommodation: Dann Carlton Quito(Comfort Class), Wyndham Garden or similar (Tourist Superior), Hotel Ibis Quito (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast, menu lunch.
Pick up at the airport in Baltra. Later we will drive with the vehicle to the ranch “El Chato” in the highlands to see giant outdoor turtles. Guided exploration in Lava Tunnels and the Twin Craters. We will visit the Charles Darwin Station, a primarily international scientific research station located on the outskirts of Puerto Ayora. Learn about the geology, climate, natural history, and conservation of the Galapagos Islands.
Accommodation: Solymar Galapagos (Comfort Class), Flamingo Galapagos or similar (Tourist Superior), Deja Vu Galapagos or similar (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast, menu lunch.
Depending on the dates a navigable site is available. The destination may be Santa Fe, South Plazas, North Seymour, Pinzon, or Floreana. The activities will include hiking, snorkeling, swimming, and breathtaking sightseeing. After land and sea excursions, we will return to the hotel in Santa Cruz.
Accommodation: Solymar Galapagos (Comfort Class), Flamingo Galapagos or similar (Tourist Superior), Deja Vu Galapagos or similar (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast, box lunch.
At 6:30 am, Ferry to Isabela, (2 hours). After lunch, we will visit “Las Tintoreras,” a chain of small islets full of the cove and hidden beaches. It has a bay where it is possible to see sea lions, marine turtles, iguanas, manta rays, etc. This bay is connected by a superficial crack with crystalline water which is closed off during low tide. Snorkeling to see the sharks from Blanca Point swimming with the rest of the tropical fish and sea lions.
Accommodation: Iguana Crossing Boutique (Comfort Class), La Laguna or similar (Tourist Superior), Hostal Las Fragatas or similar (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast, menu lunch.
Departure by boat to Cabo Rosa where lava flowed into the ocean and formed beautiful lava tunnels. There you will see penguins, blue-footed boobies, and sea turtles. However, the highlight is diving. You can see sharks, turtles, sea lions, rays, seahorses, and many tropical fish. The tour to Cabo Rosa lasts approximately 5 hours.
Accommodation: Solymar Galapagos (Comfort Class), Flamingo Galapagos or similar (Tourist Superior), Deja Vu Galapagos or similar (Tourist Class)
Meals included: Breakfast, box lunch.
Your guide will pick you up at the lodge and transfer you to the airport in Quito.
Meals included: Breakfast
What Is Included in This Quito and Galapagos Tour?
✅ Lodging for 07 nights in selected hotels
✅ Meals described in the itinerary
✅ Activities according to the itinerary
✅ Private vehicle in Ecuador and Galapagos
✅ Lobitos (Itabaca Channel)
✅ Certified Naturalist English – Spanish speaking guides
✅ Entrance activities tickets in Quito y Otavalo
✅ Hotel pick up and drop off in Quito
✅ Snorkeling gear and wetsuit
❌ In-room service charges
❌ Air tickets from mainland to Galapagos
❌ Transit control Card USD $20 (mainland airports)
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Galápagos National Park Fee USD $200 adults, $100 children
❌ Alcoholic drinks and not described meals
❌ Pier use in Isabela USD $10
❌ Water taxi from dock to speedboat (depending on the tide) – $ 1.00 US per person per ride
Before Booking Your Quito and Galapagos Tour
- Prices for 2026 are subject to change.
- Please consider that you need to arrive in Quito and depart from Baltra Airport
- Price is quoted only in doubles and triple rooms. Regarding group requests, contact our team experts for the best discount.
- Important things to bring: Sun Hat, hiking shorts or light full-length hiking pants, water shoes with non-slippery soles, sandals, windbreaker jacket, sunglasses, shorts, dress or skirt, bathing suit, thin and breathable socks, and hiking shoes. Small backpack, water bottle, ziplock, dry bag, waterproof see-through phone pouch, waterproof sunblock, binoculars, camera, device chargers, towel, sunglasses, and your passport.
- Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precautions to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat street food, only eat peeled fruits, etc.)
- It is mandatory to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
- Latin Adventures reserves the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
- Before confirmation, guests must inform the reservation team of any food allergies, medical conditions.
- Payments made will be subject to cancellation penalties.
- In addition to our cancellation penalties, all financial returns are subject to government taxes, credit card fees, and admin fees. These charges may add up to 10%.
- If a trip is canceled due to acts of God, war, strikes, political unrest, volcanic eruption, earthquake, flooding, tropical storms, global disasters, or any emergencies such as pandemics, epidemics, or other circumstances beyond the tour operator’s or guest’s reasonable control, Latin Adventures will maintain with the original payment and cancellation policies as mentioned in this document.
- Latin Adventures will not be subject to refunds for a proportion of the stay missed due to delayed or canceled flights before or during the journey to the hotel.
- When you book a tour with Latin Adventures you agree to its terms and conditions.
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This was a great way to experience Quito, Ecuador. Our tour guide was Ximena. Having a tour guide who is both a local and knowledgeable was great! She allowed our... read more
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