Spot Wildlife & Coastlines on Galapagos Island Vacation with Airfare

With this trip, you’ll jet set to Ecuador, landing in the modern city of Guayaquil, then take a flight straight west towards the Galapagos Islands. There, you’ll spend three nights on the islands, where you can explore at your own pace or join an optional tour to scenic vistas, spectacular coastlines, and beautiful beaches. This deal includes:

• Round-trip airfare Fort Lauderdale (FLL) or New York (JFK)
• 1 night overnight flight
• Round-trip transfers
• 2 nights of accommodations at Hotel Continental in Guayaquil
• 3 nights of accommodations at Hostal Los Cactus in Galapagos Islands (San Cristobal)
• Daily breakfast
• Shared sightseeing as per the itinerary
• English-speaking guides during touring
• Entrance fees
• Ride the rails through the Urabamba Valley aboard the “Inca Rail”

Itinerary at a Glance

• Day 1: Fly to Guayaquil and transfer to your hotel.
• Day 2: Take a domestic flight to San Cristobal and the Galapagos Islands.
• Day 3–4: Days at leisure in Galapagos Islands, or consider optional tours.
• Day 5: Fly back to Guayaquil.
• Day 6: Day at leisure in Guayaquil—consider optional guided city tour.
• Day 7: Fly back to the USA.

Vacation in Detail

Made famous by Charles Darwin’s cruise on the HMS Beagle, the Galapagos Islands are perhaps the world’s best destination for watching wildlife in their natural habitat. You might see sea lions, flamingos, penguins, and several species you can only find in the Galapagos. Before and after your trip to the islands, you’ll stay in Guayaquil, one of Ecuador’s largest cities, best known for its impressive urban-renewal projects (including the riverfront area) and its art museums—especially the Museo Antropologico y Arte Contemporaneo, the country’s premiere collection of modern art.

• San Cristobal Interpretation Center: This visitor center explains the volcanic process that led to the island’s creation, and has a trail that leads down to the Playa Punta Carola beach.
• Optional Galapagos Tours: Guides lead you down trails of lava rock en route to Frigate Hill, where you might see birds endemic to the islands ($172/person), or visit the beach at Playa Ochoa followed by a trip to Isla Lobos, a tiny islet that’s rife with fascinating fauna ($185/person).
• Optional Guayaquil Tour: Finish off your vacation with a guided tour of this Ecuadorian port city. Walk past colonial architecture in the Las Peñas neighborhood, or stroll along the Guayas River at the Malecón riverfront ($75/person).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Airfare is available from Fort Lauderdale and New York. 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. Please call SITA World Tours for more information.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? The dates available are listed on each option.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? You can either choose another date or be refunded by Groupon. We suggest calling SITA World Tours to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? All travelers, including children, must purchase a Groupon voucher. Different occupancy arrangements may be requested with SITA World Tours at the time of reservation.

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