Tour of Ecuador and the Galápagos

During this 7-day tour from Pacific Holidays, you’ll have the chance to relax on white-sand beaches and explore the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos. You’ll also visit Ecuador’s capital city, Quito, and Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador. This tour includes:

• Round-trip airfare from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) via Tame Airlines
• Airfare from Quito to San Cristobal & San Cristobal to Guayaquil
• Airline taxes and fuel surcharges
• 1 night accommodation in Quito at Fuente de Piedra 1
• 3 nights’ accommodation on San Cristóbal Island at Pimampiro Hosteria Hotel
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Guayaquil at Grand Hotel Guayaquil
• Hotel taxes and fees
• Daily breakfast
• Round-trip transfers in Quito, Guayaquil, and San Cristobal
• Guided city tour of Guayaquil
• San Cristóbal Interpretation Center Visit
• Guided hike of Frigate Hill

Hotels of a similar standard may be substituted.

Day 1: Quito

After arriving in Quito and getting transferred to your hotel, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore the capital city on your own. Check out the Presidential Palace or wander through the historic district, which is chock-full of beautiful 16th-century colonial architecture.

• Straddle the equator near the Middle of the World Monument—it was built about 240 meters from the globe’s horizontal dividing line.
• Pululahua Volcano is one of the earth’s only known inhabited calderas; it blooms with orchids and tropical plants, watered by a dark fog that shrouds the peak daily.

Days 2–4: Galápagos

You’ll awake refreshed on Day 2 and ready for your morning transfer to the airport for your local flight to the Galapagos Islands. As you fly over the collection of 19 islands, you’ll take in the beauty of the archipelago just as Charles Darwin did on his famed 19th-century voyage aboard the Beagle. A guide will meet you in San Cristobal and you’ll begin your adventure.

• See the stars of the show at Galapagos National Park ($100 park fee not included). It’s home to giant tortoises, each of which can weigh over 500 pounds.
• Watch the sunset on Playa Mann, a beach frequented by sea lions.
• Do some snorkeling in Frigate Bay, making sure to keep an eye out for sea turtles.
• Hike across lava fields while looking for frigatebirds, which can often be spotted nosediving into the deep blue waters.

Days 5–7: Guayaquil

Before flying back home on Day 7, you’ll get a full day to explore the seaside town of Guayaquil. The city tour begins with a walk through the Las Peñas neighborhood and includes a stop by La Rotonda, a monument to Simón Bolívar.

• Malécon 2000: This riverfront boardwalk takes visitors past numerous monuments, shops, and restaurants along the Guayas River.
• Make friends with iguanas at Seminario Park, where dozens of wild iguanas make their home.
• Stock up on souvenirs at the Mercado Artesanal, where you can find plenty of Ecuadorian handicrafts.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? The supplemental fee to depart from a city that isn’t included is subject to departure date and availability at the time of booking.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking. Extensions are subject to availability.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? View the departure dates listed in the deal options above. If there are multiple dates listed in a deal option, call Pacific Holidays at 1-800-355-8025 for the most up-to-date availability.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? We suggest calling Pacific Holidays to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible to reserve your spot and avoid this issue. If Pacific Holidays is unable to book your trip for the dates included in the option, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Yes, all travelers over the age of 2 are required to purchase a Groupon. Different occupancy arrangements can be requested with Pacific Holidays at the time of reservation.

6. Is the price shown for one or two people? Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy. This means that the price is for one person, based on two people sharing the room.

7. Is the price advertised available on every date? Airfare subject to availability. Additional fees may apply for some departure dates. Contact Pacific Holidays for details.

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