Multi-day & Extended Tours in Ecuador

Charles Darwin's visit to the Galapagos Islands was a formative time for his career as a naturalist. Follow in his footsteps with an adventure-focused multi-day tour of the Enchanted Isles, accessing the islands' wild places by kayaking, hiking, snorkeling, and biking. Maximize your time by focusing on the islands of Santa Cruz and Isabela, where you can spot sea lions, giant tortoises, sea turtles, and abundant birdlife.

San Cristobal Island: This island is home to frigates, sea lions, Galapagos tortoises, robins gannets, geckos, marine iguanas, dolphins and seagulls of the Galapagos. Its vegetation includes Calandrinia galapagosa, Lecocarpus darwinii and trees like Lignum vitae or Matazarno.En the nearby waters there are sharks, rays and lobsters.Near the city of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno there are tourist sites, such as Cerro Tijeretas, a nesting colony for fregatas and a statue of Charles Darwin, which marks the original site where he first landed on the Galapagos during the second voyage.

This 15-day tour of Ecuador lets you hit the country's essential sights as well as get off the beaten track without planning a thing. Visit highlights in each of Ecuador's diverse regions: the Amazon, the Andes, and the Galapagos - all activities, meals, transportation, and accommodation are included as described in the itinerary to ensure a great trip.

If you want to maximize every minute of your Galapagos vacation without feeling rushed, take a 5-day highlights tour. Hike, snorkel, and experience a total of four islands with your private guide.  Leave the seasickness pills at home and spend four nights at an inclusive hotel. No need to scout for restaurants or fuss over payment, as all meals are included in this comprehensive experience.

On this amazing journey with the Train of Wonders you will cross through Ecuador and see the beautiful landscapes and panoramas that the country has to offer. You will start in Quito, go to the northern Highlands and visit the pittoresque villages Otavalo and Ibarra. On the colorful Otavalo market you will have the chance to visit traditional cultures and handcrafts. The second day the train will change his direction towards the south. From the comfort of the train cars you will pass 20 volcanoes. There will be a stop at the highest peak of Ecuador the mount Chimborazo, where you will have the chance to visit this legendary volcano. The next part of the route is The Mythical "Devil's Nose", this famous train pass awaits you with its vertiginous zig-zag route, then you will reach the beautiful coastline of Guayaquil, where the train crosses the rice, sugar cane, pineapple and banana plantations of the Guayas province.

The Expedition Galapagos Island Hopping Tours are designed for travelers who like a combination of organized activities and explore other parts of the Galapagos Islands by themselves. You will explore the Galapagos Islands with a combination of organized day tours with an English speaking guide and time to explore by yourself with our self-guided packages. The self-guided package is full of information, walking routes and useful tips. During this program you will stay in local tourists or standard tourist superior class hotels with a private room and bathroom. All tours include some meals, transportation on and between the islands and activities mentioned in the tour itinerary. Dinners are not included, which makes you free to choose what you feel like at that moment.

The Galapagos Islands with their unique and diverse plant and animal life lie off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean. With this multi-day tour, save time traveling between islands by focusing on the most interesting spots on just two. See giant tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz, and choose between visits to Bartolome or North Seymour Islands.

The Galapagos Multisport Tours are perfect for travelers who want to get to know the islands and observe the unique wildlife and scenery in an active way. They prefer to limit their time commuting between islands and also like to visit the lesser known island of Isabela. You'll visit the Flamingo lagoon, hike the huge Sierra Negra Volcano and go snorkeling in the Concha Perla Bay. Furthermore, you will visit the breeding center of giant tortoises by bike, even as the famous Wall of Tears. At Islet Tintoreras you will go snorkeling with sharks and a variety of multicolored fish. In Puerto Villamil you go kayaking and by bike you will visit Cave Sucre, Mango viewpoint and Hard Campo, where you observe the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Before leaving Galapagos you will stop by the Twin Craters, which were created by the collapse of surface material due to the lava flow hundreds of years ago.

Experience the incredible natural environment and amazing creatures of the Galapagos Islands during this 5-day, 4-night island-hopping trip in this famous ecological reserve. Spend 5 days exploring the incredible diversity of this chain of 19 islands in the Pacific Ocean, an area that was instrumental the creation of Darwin's theory of evolution. Observe exotic creatures including giant tortoises, colorful fish,iguanas, finches, dolphins and more, and enjoy activities including snorkeling, swimming and hiking. This Galapagos trip covers a naturalist guide, accommodations, meals, activities, inter-island transfer and optional flight from Quito.

Experience the Galapagos Islands to their fullest on a five-day tour. You'll enjoy four nights accommodation, along with breakfast each morning.  With all land and water based transportation included, there's no need for you to fuss over finding your own way to the various points of interest.  Simply take in the wildlife. Plus, with your guide on hand, you can ask questions for a more personalized experience.

Maximize your limited time on the Galapagos Islands on a four-day sightseeing tour of Santa Cruz Island. With airport transfer, hotel accommodation, and breakfast covered, all you need to do is enjoy the wildlife.  Follow your guide to discover marine iguanas, giant tortoises, sea lions, and much more. Snorkeling equipment and boat transfers are also conveniently included on this comprehensive tour.

Your four-day Galapagos Islands tour begins with convenient airport pickup, before taking you to your arranged accommodation. This comprehensive tour includes beaches, wildlife, hiking, and more with a private guide. Forget the stress of planning and dealing with cash as all of your breakfasts and lunches are included, as is snorkel equipment. Transportation to and from the islands is also arranged, so all you have to do is enjoy the adventure.

Get a comprehensive overview of San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos with this 4-day excursion. Spend your time hiking and snorkeling to discover some of this region's flora and fauna, including sea lions, Galapagos turtles, and sharks. Taste some of the area's cuisine with included breakfasts and lunches and visit some of the island's best spots such as Kicker Rock and Cerro Tijeretas.

If you've got limited time in Ecuador then see more the Galapagos Islands in less time on a 4-day express tour of the natural wonder. Perfect for lovers of nature, you'll tick off Galapagos highlights such as the Charles Darwin Research Station, Canal del Amor, and Tortuga Bay Beach, and visit Santa Cruz Island and Seymour Island, home to wildlife such as seals, iguanas, and the blue-footed booby. Accommodation, breakfast, and hotel pickup and drop-off on Baltra Island are included.

The best of Ecuador in one 5-day tour! You will see the highlights of the Andes and Amazon around Quito. This program is designed for travellers who like a bit of luxury and comfort. Our private transportation takes you from Quito to Cotopaxi, to Baños and to Tena where you will stay at an Eco-Lodge. You have English speaking guides and it is a mix between private tours and group tours. The hotels will be from tourist class up to tourist superior class. Most meals are included and this is a perfect extension for before or after the Galapagos Islands.

This 4 or 5 day program takes you to San Cristobal, the island with only 4.000 inhabitants. It has a small cozy port where you can go at night to walk around, have a drink or enjoy your meal. You will find sea lions everywhere and it is a true spectacle to watch them. There is a direct flight to San Cristobal  4 times a week from Guayaquil and the village of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is only a couple of minutes driving from the airport. During this program you will experience the highlights of San Cristobal on land as well as on water. First of all you will be picked up from the airport of San Cristobal and then you will go on a self-guided tour to the Galapagos Interpretation Center. During the following days you will experience the nice beaches and underwater life by visiting Manglesito beach, Puerto Chino and Kicker Rock. Furthermore you will go to the highlands of San Cristobal.

Enjoy a break in Quito with a 2-night experience that includes an arrival airport transfer, hostel accommodation and a tour of Quito's Old Town. With a guide, you'll learn about the neighborhood's colonial-era history as you see impressive plazas and landmarks like La Compañia, the famous Jesuit church. The budget-friendly package also includes ample free time for you to explore the city as you wish.

You can't miss the volcanoes when visiting Quito. Explore two of them during this 2-day adventure. Leaving Quito, head south down the 'Avenue of Volcanoes' to arrive at Cotopaxi National Park for an Andean-style breakfast. Continue onto to Limpiopungo Lake for hiking and mountain biking through subalpine forests and meadows on your way to Chuquiragua Lodge in Machachi. The adventure continues on Day 2 as we travel to Quilotoa Lagoon, set within an ancient caldera, stopping along the way at a nearby village for lunch and a taste of indigenous culture.

This 3-day tour brings you up close to the beautiful scenery of the Ecuadorian Andes, including the Chimborazo and Cotopaxi volcanoes and the indigenous Guamote market outside Riobamba. A guide accompanies you on the Andean train along Nariz del Diablo - from Alausi to Sibambe. With 2-night stays in haciendas plus breakfast included, and hotel transport round-trip from Quito, all the details are worked out for you.

The Andes Mountains outside Quito are home to two of Ecuador's most popular natural wonders, Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon. With this overnight tour, take a break from the busy streets of Quito and see them both. Gaze down at the blue lake inside Quilotoa's volcanic crater, then travel through the Ecuadorean highlands along the Avenue of Volcanoes for a hike in Cotopaxi National Park.