Quito City Tour –Today you’ll have an introduction toQuito, a cosmopolitan and historic capital city, located in the majestic Andes Mountains. We’ll start with a breath-taking view of Quito and then explore Quito's colonial quarter, the largest and best preserved in South America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch will be in a charming restaurant in the historic area.The dayends with a visit to the Chapel of Man Museum for an introduction to the fascinating work of one of the most renowned artists of the country, Oswaldo Guayasamín.Casa Joaquin Boutique Hotel(B, L)

Otavalo -We’ll drive north in a private van through amazing Andean landscapes to Otavalo with its famous indigenous market featuring an amazing array of textiles and crafts. On the way we’ll stop at the Mitad Del Mundo and stand on both sides of the equator. We’ll visit the crafts market and food market in Otavalo. Our guide will share a variety of local food items with us.. Casa Joaquin Boutique Hotel (B, L)

Loberia Beach, San Cristobal Island–After breakfast, we’ll flyto the Galapagos. Upon arrival at San Cristobal Island,we’ll take a seashore expedition to Loberia Beach to view the marine iguanas that blend so well with the black, pitted lava coast. You’ll observe many sea birds, such as frigates and boobies, as they fight against the wind. And you’ll have your first opportunity to snorkel with the sea lions and sea turtles. As local musicians perform, we’ll end the day with dinner at the harbor. Casablanca(B,L, D

Frigate Hill & Interpretation Center, San Cristobal Island–The day begins with a walk-up Frigate Hill to enjoy a magnificent harbor view. Next is a visit the Interpretation Center to learn about the human history of the islands. You can snorkel below Frigate Hill before lunch. This afternoon we’ll take a dinghy tour of the bay to observe harbor activities. Casablanca:(B, L)

Kicker Rock, San Cristobal Island -All aboard as we cruise to Kicker Rock to enjoy the colonies of sea lions, floating sea turtles and sea birds. A highlight of the day will be an opportunity to snorkel or swim at Kicker Rock and view a variety of sea life. Next stop is Puerto Grande, the best beach of the Galapagos where you can swim, view the marine iguanas and seabirds, or just relax on the sand. Lunch on the boat. Casablanca:(B, L)

Highlands & Lava Tunnels, Santa Cruz Island–A motor launch to Santa Cruz Island. Begins the day. The highlight of the day will be a visit to the highlands to walk through lava tunnels and among giant land tortoises. Lunch is in the highlands. Captain Max (B, L)

South Plaza Island or another uninhabited island –.Today we’ll have an exciting yacht tour to an uninhabited island with plenty of wildlife to observe. Depending on the itinerary determined by the National Park to avoid crowding, our day will be spent on So Plazas, Bartolomé or Seymour Island. You’ll be able to snorkel before returning to port at around 5 PM.B, L Lunch on the boat) (B, L) Captain Max

Tortuga Bay, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos –After breakfast a walk along a path through a cactus forest takes us to Tortuga Bay to enjoy a beautiful, white sand beach with iguanas, pelicans, and flamingos. You can observe the animals and relax on the beach or swim. After lunch we’ll take a boat and explore some of the small inlets to observe the birds and animals close up for a final time. Our farewell dinner will be at a popular restaurant on the harbor. Captain Max (B, D)