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Explore the Galapagos Islands on this 12-night holiday that includes a 7-night expedition cruise on the yacht La Pinta

A whole week cruising the Galapagos Islands with shore excursions after a 3-night stay in Quito, and a 1 night post-cruise stay in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

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The stay in Quito allows you to tour this fascinating city and adjust to the time difference before your cruise. Your voyage on La Pinta offers the perfect way to discover the wonders of the Galapagos in a relaxed yet lavish expedition atmosphere. A full week in the archipelago gives you the chance to explore more of these intriguing islands and observe more varieties of unique species.

The yacht La Pinta has gained a reputation for its excellent service and facilities. Recently refitted, she carries only 48 passengers in 24 cabins and is air-conditioned throughout. Spacious public areas include a large observation lounge which can also be used for outdoor dining, an outside Sky Bar, exercise room, Jacuzzi and a well stocked natural history library. With a modern design, La Pinta brings new levels of comfort and service to Galapagos cruising.

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W439: Cruise Departure Dates 2010
Jun 1, 22, 29; Jul 13, 27; Aug 10, 24, 31;
Sep 21; Oct 12, 26
W439: Galapagos Cruise onboard La Pinta with Quito Tour 2010£ price per person
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You may choose to fly on the international sectors with KLM, who operate flights from a number of regional UK airports via Amsterdam. Please call for details.

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Itinerary
Day 1

Morning flight from Heathrow on Iberia via Madrid to Quito. 3 nights at the Hilton Colon Hotel

Day 2

Quito city tour and Equatorial Monument visit (B)

Day 3

Free to explore. Optional tours can be arranged locally (B)

Day 4

Fly to the Galapagos and visit the San Cristobal Interpretation Centre before embarking on La Pinta. In the afternoon you will take a zodiac along the rocky shoreline of Isla Lobos on San Cristobal, home of the Galapagos sea-lions (B, L, D).

Please note: On arrival at San Cristobal Airport, you will be required to pay the Galapagos National Park entry fee, which is currently $100 per person (cash only).

Day 5

A day of excellent wildlife observation on North Seymour and Santa Cruz island. See marine iguanas, blue footed boobies, sea-lions and flamiingos (B, L, D)

Day 6

Exploring the wildlife sites of Floreana Island (B, L, D)

Day 7

Today explore Isabela, the largest of the Galapagos Islands, in the morning before visiting Fernandina Island, home of marine iguanas, sally-light foot crabs, hawks, penguins and flightless cormorants (B, L, D)

Day 8

Spend the day at Santa Cruz Island. View the Galapagos giant tortoises in the wild, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station (B, L, D)

Day 9

Visit Bartolome with its striking volcanic landscapes. In the afternoon visit Rabida Island, home of reef fish, sea lions, Darwin finches, Galapagos doves and often large rays. (B, L, D)

Day 10

Your final full day in the Galapogas is spent on Espanola Island with a variety of attractions and wildlife spotting opportunities. (B, L, D)

Day 11

Disembark at San Cristobal and visit La Galapaguera, a semi-captive roaming area to observe the giant Galapagos tortoises. Fly to Guayaquil, Ecuador. Overnight at the Oro Verde Hotel (B)

Day 12

Fly from Guayaquil to Madrid by LAN/Iberia (B)

Day 13

Arrive Madrid and onto Heathrow (B)

Please note that the itinerary can be subject to change due to local conditions. Meals: B= Breakfast L= Lunch D=Dinner
The cruise price includes
  • Scheduled flights, including all UK and overseas airport taxes and applicable fuel surcharges
  • English-speaking expert naturalist guides during the cruise, who will also give informal lectures every evening
  • Private air-conditioned transfers throughout (on a group basis in the Galapagos)
  • Private sightseeing tour in Quito. Daily programme of activities and shore excursions during the cruise, the maximum group size on these excursions is 16 passengers
  • Accommodation and meals including first class centrally located hotel in Quito. Outside cabin aboard La Pinta
  • 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
Blue Water Holidays, Bridge House, Brook Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 1PP - 01756 706526
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