We
did this trip last several years ago and it was an incredible
experience. We've been getting more and more requests to
repeat it, so here it is.
It's a great Galapagos package that you won’t find anywhere
else featuring a 5-night package with accommodations right
on 3 of the islands as well as 1-night in Quito, 3-nights
in Banos, Ecuador for some great nature and adventure tours
and finally 1-night in Guayaquil.
First, we’ll have just one night in Quito
as our flight will arrive around midnight on the 2nd. The
next morning we'll take a morning tour of the historic town
and square before departing for Banos, 3-hours away. This
is a new offering for us and has been highly recommended
and featured in many travel articles for it's beauty and
adventure tours. It’s
a beautiful city with jungle activities surrounding it.
CLICK
HERE for some idea of the optional tours in Banos.
We'll spend 3-nights in Banos at a nice boutique hotel and
enjoy tours such as horseback riding, canyoning, zip-lining,
hiking to a waterfall and more.
From
there we fly on to the Galapagos on the 6th for our 6-day
package with our 3-island tour.
We
start off all together at Baltra Island but since 16 is
the maximum number of people this tour will accommodate
due to the limited accommodations on the island of Floreana
we will then split into 2 groups. One group will visit first
Floreana island for 2 nights while the other group will
visit Isabella Island for 2 nights. The groups will then
switch and will end up all together again for night 5 of
our Galapagos adventure in Santa Cruz.
You'll
be able to snorkel with sea lions and penguins, see
giant land turtles, exotic birds that are not afraid
of humans, iguanas that swim, baby seals that come
right up to you and more unique  experience
that you will only experience in the  Galapagos.
For a complete day by day itinerary with info on what you’ll
see go CLICK
HERE The lodge at Floreana (photo at left)
is especially cool with direct oceanfront accommodations.
You'll be watching sea lions play and even look at you while
you sit on your deck!
We
travel between the islands by high speed boat. Each journey
is about 2 hours. In January the seas are relatively calm.
There will also be an option to fly.
After
our Galapagos portion of the trip we will then fly to Guayquil
for 1 night. You will enjoy the oceanfront boardwalk and
some free time in this city before flying back home the
next day.
This is an incredible singles vacation and much
more interesting than a cruise, and less money too!
Total cost of this package with all air and tours is just
$4,750. That’s a terrific rate on this trip plus
you  will
love spending each evening on the islands listening to all
the sounds and being able to roam around. Cost also includes
all food and tours while in Galapagos and daily
breakfast in Quito and Guayaquil.
Sign up early as we are limited to just 32
people
$200
deposit to sign up.
INCLUDES:
- Round
trip international air from LAX (other gateways are always
an option but may cost slightly more)
9 -nights accommodations (double occ.)
- All
ground transportation
- Daily
Breakfast in Quito, Banos and Guayaquil- all meals in Galapagos
- All
tours and meals in Galapagos
- City tour in
Quito
SINGLE
SUPPLEMENT - $850
DOES
NOT INCLUDE:
- Departure
taxes (running $211 at the time
of this posting but subject to change up until ticketing)
- Galapagos
entry fee of $100
- Optional tours
in Banos
OUR
AIR: Deduct $1,300 with your own air. We
will still include the domestic air and you will not pay the
departure tax
Flight:Avianca
523( OPERATED BY TACA INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES - TACA ) Departure:
Los Angeles 02JAN /1237P Arrival:San Salvador 02JAN/730P
Flight:Avianca 457( OPERATED BY LACSA FOR TACA ) Departure:
San Salvador 02JAN /800P Arrival:Quito 03JAN/1201A
Flight:Avianca 8384( OPERATED BY AEROGAL ) Departure: Guayaquil
12JAN /1055A Arrival:Bogota 12JAN/1245P
Flight:Avianca 086( OPERATED BY AVIANCA ) Departure: Bogota
12JAN /240P Arrival:Los Angeles 12JAN/720P
DOMESTIC AIR:
Flight:LATAM Airlines Ecuador 1417 Departure: Quito 06JAN
/115P Arrival:Galapagos Islands 06JAN/227P
Flight:LATAM Airlines Ecuador 1414 Departure: Galapagos Islands
11JAN /1200P Arrival:Guayaquil 11JAN/252P
OUR
HOTELS:
QUITO
Hilton
Colon Quito 4-star
Website
Review
 Welcome
to the award-winning Hilton Colon Quito Hotel. Set in La Mariscal
district, on Quito’s bustling commercial and touristic Avenida
Amazonas, the hotel is at the heart of the city’s action.
Hilton Colon Quito is a 10-minute walk to Quito’s Spanish
Colonial old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Relax
in a modern guest room with WiFi, a work desk, and panoramic
views of the city and mountains. Upgrade to the spacious and
luxurious Suites of La Pinta Executive Tower, an upscale experience
available only at the Hilton Colon Quito.
Hilton
Colon Quito is just a 10-minute walk from Quito's Spanish
Colonial old town. Experience Quito's meandering streets and
historic colonial buildings with rich culture, tradition and
charm. Check out the unique La Mariscal Craft Market located
beside the hotel. Visit a seemingly unending parade of churches,
cathedrals and basilicas. Travel to the peak of El Panecillo
to see the 45-meter statue of the Madonna - who locals claim
is the only one in the world to have wings – and take in the
views over Quito to the Andes Volcano Avenue.
BANOS
LA FLORESTA
HOTEL 3-STAR WEBSITE
Tripadvisor
Review Great reviews!
 
Welcome to Hotel
La Floresta, quiet and familiar place at the foot of the mountains,
where you can enjoy a stay that fuses nature and traditional
architecture.
The Hotel La Floresta
was established in 1992 by the Burgos Freire family, started
its operation with 4 rooms. Over the years, thanks to the
good acceptance of the services of this establishment, its
owners decided to build more rooms, a restaurant with capacity
for 60 people, its reception, living room, administrative
office, and craft shop.
Currently the hotel
has a total of 29 comfortable standard rooms and two luxury
suites, ideal for rest and relaxation of our guests. With
a long history of 22 years of work, the Hotel La Floresta
has gradually been located as a benchmark for lodging in Baños
de Agua Santa, motivation that has led its owners to improve
and implement services in order to continue Seeing your company
grow over the years. All those who visit the Hotel La Floresta,
will know why we are the best lodging option in Baños.
FLOREANA
LAVA
LODGE
Website
Tripadvisor
Review Great reviews!
“A
dream retreat on an unspoiled island” Anyone who is lucky
enough to set foot on Floreana, and even luckier to stay over
night at this simple but little piece of perfection should
count their blessings. It's unspoiled and the wildlife both
on land and below the water was amazing even by Galapagos
standards.
The
wildlife above and below the waves includes manta rays, sea
lions, sharks, sea turtles and the Galapagos Giant Tortoises,
with the bonus of the underwater world while snorkeling. Lava
Lodge is only a few steps from the "loberia" where visitors
can watch the island’s famous sea lions in natural surroundings.
A
5 minute walk brings you to the beach for a fantastic snorkeling
experience with sea lions and sea turtles, once finished go
back to the cabin for a quick shower, have a great meal and
then watch a beautiful sunset which is followed by the clearest
sky full of stars.
ISABELLA
HOTEL
ISLA MAR
Website
Tripadvisor
Review Great reviews!
 A
best place to enjoy your life.
Isa Mar Luxury
Hotel is exactly what its name suggests, “Paradise on
Galapagos” Isabela is the largest island. This one-million-year
old island has it all, from volcanos to a wide range of flora
and fauna. The only choices you must make during your stay
at paradise is where to explore the islands wonders by land
or sea, or to have a relaxing afternoon on a beautiful deck
with ocean view. With the hotel’s perfect location, you
can step right on to the beach or sleep to the sounds of the
waves, you are also only minutes away from the adventure you
choose!
SANTA
CRUZ
HOTEL
IKALA
Website
The brand new Ikala
Hotel was built with a focus on sustainability and protecting
the environment. The hotel is protected from the strong Galapagos
sun by the surrounding beautiful trees and gardens giving
to the whole ambiance a natural freshness.
The hotel features
a lovely swimming pool, bar area, and a beautiful terrace
located on top of the main building, where you can find the
restaurant and resting area. The terrace has an incredible
view to the Puerto Ayora harbor.
GUAYAQUIL
HOTEL
PALACE
Website
Tripadvisor
Review #1 hotel in Puerto Ayora. Great reviews!
 Check
into Hotel Palace Guayaquil to find the elegance and sophistication
of a world-class hotel blended with the comfort and warmth
of home. At this luxurious destination perfectly situated
in the bustling Guayaquil Ecuador city center, our gracious
staff awaits to cater to your every need.
The gracious staff
at Hotel Palace Guayaquil is committed to making your stay
in Ecuador as comfortable as possible. With a range of relaxing
hotel amenities to entice holiday travelers, yet modern enough
to exceed the most advanced meeting requirements, Hotel Palace
is Guayaquil’s premier destination for business or holidays.
Relax in contemporary yet casual suites, which have been newly
redesigned and appointed with every imaginable comfort. Enjoy
a workout in the fitness center or meet friends or colleagues
for cocktails and dinner in the Palace Restaurant.
Acommodation in
Single or King Room Complimentary Breakfast Buffet or breakfast
¨On the Go¨, Internet access in rooms and public areas of
the hotel, Unlimited local calls, Daily Bottled Water, Local
newspaper available, Power station, permanent fruit and coffee
at reception, Welcome Cocktail, Ironing board and iron available,
Electronic Safe Service, 95% Soundproof Windows
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