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Ecuador Roundtrip - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard National Geographic Gemini
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Set sail on an 8-day Galapagos cruise. Arrive in Quito and transfer to your hotel before flying to Baltra in the Galapagos Islands to board National Geographic Gemini. Explore Santa Cruz highlands to observe giant tortoises in the wild. Walk coastal trails on North Seymour among frigatebirds and land iguanas. Cross the Equator near Volcan Ecuador on Isabela and search nutrient-rich waters for whales and dolphins. Visit Fernandina, one of the youngest islands, and encounter flightless cormorants and marine iguanas. Discover Punta Suarez on Española, home to waved albatrosses, and snorkel with sea lions off Floreana. Navigate by Zodiac, hike lava fields, and experience wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.
Snorkel the crystal, warm waters of the Galapagos archipelago Sea lion at sunsetSea lion on San Cristobal Island in the GalapagosLand Iguana in the GalapagosGiant tortoises in the GalapagosPost barrel at Post Office Bay, Floreana Island, GalapagosFloreana Island
Highlights
  • Explore Santa Cruz highlands searching for giant tortoises
  • Visit Fernandina to see flightless cormorants
  • Search San Cristobal for endemic wildlife species
  • Discover Española Punta Suarez and waved albatross colonies
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Day 1: Quito, Ecuador | Hotel Stay

Arrive in Quito, Ecuador’s capital city in the Andes, and take an included transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Quito is served by major international airlines and is the gateway for flights to and from the Galápagos Islands. Choose from several hotel options, including a conveniently located airport hotel.

Operational Update: Beginning January 15, 2027, all voyage operations will be routed via Quito. Existing bookings via Guayaquil on or before this date, including charter and group departures, will be honored as confirmed. 

Day 2: Quito | Fly to Baltra | Galapagos Islands | Embark

Fly to Baltra in the central Galapagos Islands and step into a distinct Pacific ecosystem shaped by isolation. Meet your expedition naturalists on arrival and begin exploring the archipelago’s wildlife, volcanic terrain, and coastal environments.

Day 3-6: Galapagos Islands

Listed below is a sample of islands you may visit during your expedition. Expeditions begin and end at Baltra and include visits to Isla Santa Cruz and a careful selection of diverse islands. No two days are alike. Each itinerary offers an optimal balance of wildlife, landscapes and experiences. All ship itineraries are subject to Galápagos National Park regulations.

North Seymour: Look for nesting frigatebirds, plus land and marine iguanas, and enjoy a beautiful coastal walk.
Santa Cruz: Head to the lush, green highlands to look for giant tortoises roaming in the wild.
Isabela: Toast crossing the Equator at Volcan Ecuador, northernmost of Isabela’s six great shield volcanoes. Keep an eye open for whales and dolphins as you explore these nutrient-rich waters, once the haunt of whalers and pirates.
Fernandina: One of the most active oceanic volcanoes in the world, Fernandina is the youngest and most pristine island in Galápagos—and home to the strange flightless cormorant and the largest marine iguanas.
San Cristóbal: Search for red-footed boobies and the endemic mockingbird and lava lizard—found only on this easternmost island.
Española: Located in the extreme southeast of the archipelago, this island is home to swallow-tailed gulls, Española mockingbirds, Nazca boobies and, seasonally, the world’s only population of waved albatrosses at Punta Suárez.
Floreana: Follow a trail past a pink-tinted lagoon frequented by flamingos. Snorkel among sea lions and abundant fish, or cruise along Champion Islet by Zodiac. Visit the famous wooden barrel at Post Office Bay and learn about its unusual postal system.

Day 7: Galapagos Islands | Disembark | Quito

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark this morning for a return flight to the mainland. In Quito there are several hotel options. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure. You may be able to take advantage of overnight flights home. Ask your expedition specialist about joining a culturally rich post-voyage extension to Quito and Otavalo, a celebrated market town.

Day 8: Quito

  • 1 Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and board flights home, unless you have arranged for additional nights or an extension.

Ship/Hotel

National Geographic Gemini

Ship

National Geographic Gemini

National Geographic Gemini is part of the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic Galapagos fleet, and offers year-round weeklong voyages for up to 48 guests, departing on Fridays. Launched in 2001, this highly maneuverable ship is designed for exploring remote areas.
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Interior Discovery Lounge
Interior Discovery Bar

Quito - Hotels

Hotel Eugenia

Hotel Eugenia

Eugenia Hotel provides its distinguished guests service and accommodations of the best quality. You can choose from Eugenia's King-bedded or Double-bedded rooms. It is the perfect place to begin an Ecuador tour or Galapagos Cruise.
Wyndham Quito Airport

Wyndham Quito Airport

Stay in the Wyndham Quito Airport hotel, a convenient hotel option in Quito located near the Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Begin your Ecuador or Galapagos adventure with a comfortable stay at the Wyndham Quito Airport hotel.
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Hotel Su Merced

Hotel Su Merced

Conveniently located to the new Quito airport as well as into the city, guests will enjoy the historic ambiance of Su Merced, a fine farmhouse meticulously restored to provide comfort and accommodation in each of the six guest rooms. Enjoy meals prepared over a wood fire or relaxation in the gardens on your next Quito trip.
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Cabin Category 1
Category 01
Located at the Lounge Deck, forward cabins, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet.
Cabin Category 2
Category 02
Located at the Lounge Deck, mid-ship, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet.
Cabin Category 2
Category 2S
Located at the Lounge Deck, outside facing with a large window, choice of either a queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. Equal in size and amenities to other Category 2 cabins. 160 square feet.
Cabin Category 4
Category 04
Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet.
Cabin Category 5S
Category 5S
Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, one queen bed, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 175 square feet.
Cabin Category 5
Category 05
Located on Upper Deck, outside-facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet. Connects to 604 as a family suite.
Cabin Category 6
Category 06
Located on Upper Deck, forward-facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 250 square feet. Connects to 602 as a family suite.
Cabin Category 7
Category 07
Located on Upper Deck, forward-facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, a separate living room with a sofa bed for triple occupancy, and a 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating. Private jacuzzi on deck. Bedroom with queen or two twin beds, 50-square-foot side balcony, ample storage, mini fridge, and television. Two bathrooms with a glass shower and suite amenities. 460 square feet.

Child Discount

Children under 12 may receive discounts on Galapagos flight fares and entrance fees. Contact us for details.
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Park and site entrance fees, special access permits, and port taxes
  • Excursions and airport transfers to and from flights arriving and departing within recommended window, as indicated in the itinerary
  • Exploration tools such as snorkeling equipment, wetsuits, kayaks, stand-up paddleboard, cross-country skis, and snowshoes (where applicable)
  • Guidance and company of leading expedition staff
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary, both aboard and onshore.
  • Presentations by expedition staff and expert guest speakers
  • Onboard physician consultations (where available)
  • 24-hour access to exercise equipment (where applicable)
  • All accommodations aboard ship or in hotels per itinerary
  • Complimentary reusable water bottle
  • 24-hour access to lounges, observation decks, library, and other shared spaces
  • Access to the OM System Photo Gear Locker with the latest gear to try out on loan (aboard Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet) 
  • Beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits are available aboard the ship. Additionally, a selection of super premium wines and liquors is offered for purchase.
  • Complimentary Starlink-enabled Wi-Fi internet is available to all guests aboard Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic fleet, enabling email, messaging, and social media.
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Galapagos Park Entrance Fee: $200 per adult, $100 per child under 12. Subject to increase by Galapagos Park Service.
  • Laundry, spa treatments, scuba diving, and phone services (except when indicated as included)
  • We strongly recommend our guests to take Travel Protection Plan. A Plan with comprehensive coverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, damaged or lost baggage, medical assistance, and evacuation during your travels
  • Airfare (except flights when indicated as included); charter airfare (where applicable, except when indicated as included); pre- and post-expedition extensions (except flights when indicated as included); additional hotel nights (except when indicated as included)
  • Travel protection plans and passport, visa, and immigration fees 
  • Enhanced and premium Wi-Fi plans
  • Additional costs associated with medical services outside onboard physician consultation (where available)
  • Private transfers (except when indicated as included)

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