Galapagos Islands Adventure

Arrive in Quito, Ecuador today at any time. There are no planned activities scheduled for today, so you can check into your city hotel and enjoy some free time to explore Quito. A welcome meeting at your accommodation will tell you all about your upcoming adventure on the gorgeous Galápagos Islands.

Take a short flight to Santa Cruz Island this morning. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and learn all about how he made some of his most famous scientific observations before meeting the famous giant Galapágos tortoises.

Whizz across the ocean in a speedboat to beautiful Isabela Island. We'll be staying in pretty Puerto Villamil. Drop your bags at the hotel and spend the afternoon hiking the incredible Sierra Negra Volcano.

The whole day is yours. Join an optional snorkelling trip, learn to surf, or visit one of the island's main flamingo breeding grounds.

This morning, enjoy a snorkelling excursion at Concha de Perla before taking a speedboat back to Santa Cruz for an afternoon exploring the town or hiking to gorgeous Tortuga Bay for a swim. This evening, head out in lively Puerto Ayora for a pub crawl and drinks and dancing on the beach.

Hop on another speedboat to San Cristóbal.This afternoon, visit the Interpretation Centre, where you'll learn about the history of the islands, then grab your snorkel mask as we head to Tijeretas to look for sea lions, rays, and marine iguanas.

Enjoy a full free day in San Cristóbal. Go snorkelling at Kicker Rock or Isla Lobosto see sea lions, sharks, and marine iguanas in their natural habitat, or check out some of the island's stunning beaches, including La Lobería and Playa Mann.

Say goodbye to the Galápagos Islands as catch your morning flight back to Quito. Check back into your Quito hotel for one last night out on the town! Breakfast included.

Your tour ends today in Quito and you can depart at any time. 

Everyone's dream trip looks a little different, and this group tour is your chance to explore Ecuador on a budget. Whilst we take care of the accommodation, transport, guide and must-do activities, this trip is designed with maximum flexibility in mind to give you control over the itinerary. You'll have plenty of free time and freedom to shape your own adventures with a wide variety of optional activities available to book during your trip, so you can choose experiences around your preferences and budget.

Whether you're after an action-packed itinerary or want to explore at a relaxed pace, this trip is your chance to do so. This style of trips are some of the most budget-friendly options we offer, making them accessible to a wide range of different travellers.