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Discover our recommended accommodation options for your luxury tour to the Galapagos Islands…
Private adventures in the Galapagos Islands from the comfort of luxury lodges
Your luxury tour of the Galapagos Islands begins with your international arrival in Ecuador’s capital, Quito. With your expert guide, visit the highlights of the city’s colonial center, such as the Archbishop’s Palace and the famous golden interior of the Compañía de Jesús church. From there, a commercial flight takes you to Baltra Island in the Galapagos, where you will continue with a short boat transfer to Santa Cruz Island. There, embark on a variety of sea-based excursions to experience the wildlife of the surrounding islands, together with land-based explorations of Santa Cruz. Mingle with sea lions, giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, and more as you snorkel off the coast, or embark on an inland hike in the highlands. In the evenings, relax and enjoy the amenities of your luxury lodge.
7 days from $16,000 per person, for 2 people
7 days from $15,000 per person, for 4 people
7 days from $14,500 per person, for 6 people
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Note: This private tour to the Galapagos is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made
Note: This private tour to the Galapagos is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made
Your luxury Galapagos tour starts on Ecuador’s mainland in Quito, where your personal host will greet you after your international flight arrival in the evening. They will accompany you by private transfer to Casa Gangotena, a luxurious boutique hotel in the historical center of Quito. On the first full day of your journey, you’ll explore Ecuador’s historical capital. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is nicknamed “the Florence of South America” for the artistic traditions of its colonial period. Visit the city’s picturesque churches and indulge in gourmet meals. Blue Parallel will provide you with exclusive access to the Convent of Santo Domingo in the evening, an opulent church constructed in a Latin American Baroque style, known for its breathtaking interiors and beautiful views of the city from its rooftop.
Take a commercial flight to Baltra Island, and continue via a short boat transfer to Santa Cruz Island. During your time at either Pikaia Lodge or Galapagos Safari Camp, you will embark on daily excursions with your naturalist guide. Discover nearby islands by boat or participate in land-based explorations of the highlights of Santa Cruz Island. Options include hiking, snorkeling with Blue Parallel will customize your private Galapagos tour with a selection of activities tailored to you, including hiking, snorkeling with sea lions, visiting a penguin colony, or relaxing on beautiful secluded beaches. In the evenings, enjoy a waterfront barbeque, indulge in a massage, or simply relax in the outdoor pool.
| DESTINATIONS | TRAVEL TIME | ||
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| Quito | Baltra | 2 hrs 10 min | |
| Baltra | Guayaquil | 1 hr 45 min | |
Contact us to tell us more about your preferences and your ideal trip to the Galapagos Islands.
We will create a tailor-made itinerary for your review.
| Recommended stay | 7-10 days |
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Price reference (7 days, private party of 2) |
Starting at $16,000 per passenger |
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Price reference (7 days, private party of 4) |
Starting at $15,000 per passenger |
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Price reference (7 days, private party of 6) |
Starting at $14,500 per passenger |
Note: Prices will vary based on the specifics of your itinerary and the number of passengers in your party
Discover our recommended accommodation options for your luxury tour to the Galapagos Islands…
Spend 2 nights in a traditional hacienda in the Andean Highlands to experience Ecuador‘s highland culture and its breathtaking natural beauty.
Visit the Amazon Basin, home to the world’s largest remaining rainforest and unparalleled biodiversity.
Spend 3 or 4 nights in the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest about 3.5 hours outside of Quito where you can enjoy waterfall hikes, aerobiking, and other canopy adventures.
Experience the Galapagos Islands from your own luxury private yacht and explore this incredible archipelago in complete privacy.
Board a cruise ship and experience the amazing flora and fauna that inhabit the Galapagos Islands.
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| JAN | 71 | 44 | 2.9 |
| FEB | 69 | 46 | 4.5 |
| MAR | 69 | 46 | 5.0 |
| APR | 69 | 46 | 5.9 |
| MAY | 69 | 46 | 3.9 |
| JUN | 69 | 44 | 1.5 |
| JUL | 71 | 42 | 1.0 |
| AUG | 71 | 44 | 1.3 |
| SEP | 71 | 44 | 3.1 |
| OCT | 71 | 44 | 4.5 |
| NOV | 71 | 44 | 3.1 |
| DEC | 71 | 44 | 3.3 |
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| JAN | 84 | 73 | 3.3 |
| FEB | 86 | 73 | 4.3 |
| MAR | 90 | 73 | 4.2 |
| APR | 86 | 73 | 3.7 |
| MAY | 84 | 73 | 1.7 |
| JUN | 81 | 71 | 1.3 |
| JUL | 79 | 69 | 0.7 |
| AUG | 77 | 68 | 0.4 |
| SEP | 77 | 66 | 0.3 |
| OCT | 78 | 68 | 0.4 |
| NOV | 80 | 69 | 0.5 |
| DEC | 82 | 71 | 2.1 |