Upon arrival, meet with your guide and transfer to your hotel. It is best to allow some time for rest in order to acclimate to Quito's high altitude.

Take a walking tour of Colonial Quito and its charming, historical center with its many ornate churches and other buildings. Then, head to the Middle of the World Complex which is situated at 0 latitude to be one foot in Northern Hemisphere and one foot in the Southern Hemisphere! You will also learn about the strange effects of being on the equator, and more about Ecuador and it's culture.

Take a flight to the Galapagos and board your cruise ship. After getting situated on board, you will head out for your first excursion on one of the nearby islands. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.

These fun-filled days will have you visiting different islands and getting up close with amazing animals like the blue-footed boobies, Galapagos tortoises, iguanas, sea lions, and many more! Weather permitting, there will be opportunities to snorkel, kayak, or even take a glass bottom boat tour.

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Enjoy all your meals onboard, including an alfresco barbecue dinner under the stars. In the evenings, there will be lectures and other activities.

Take a final morning excursion onto the islands before disembarkation. Fly back to the mainland, and transfer to your hotel in Quito.

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.