Essential Galapagos

This trip offers an exciting short cruise on a first class vessel in the Galapagos Islands plus a visit to Ecuador's colonial capital Quito. You will follow in the footsteps of Darwin to see the unique wildlife of the Galapagos and visit Colonial Quito on mainland Ecuador. The Galápagos are a perfect destination for the lover of ocean, wilderness and wildlife. The haunting beauty of these barren volcanic islands and the extraordinary tameness of their animal population, create a uniquely memorable experience. This dedicated itinerary makes it possible to see the best the Galápagos has to offer whilst also giving a flavour of mainland Ecuador. Starting with the capital, Quito, you have time to explore the colonial heart of the city and visit the Equator. Then you head far out into the Pacific, sailing through the central and southern islands of the archipelago where Charles Darwin assembled the evidence for his ground-breaking Theory of Evolution. This intriguing journey is simply unmissable for anyone with an interest in natural history.