11 Nights Galápagos Islands – In Darwin’s Footsteps Plus Mac Hurtigruten Expeditions

Embark on an extraordinary 11-night adventure through the Galápagos Islands – In Darwin's Footsteps Plus Mac, setting sail from Lima, Peru, and concluding at Baltra Island, with a stop at Santa Cruz Island, all while aboard the magnificent MS Santa Cruz II.

This journey retraces the footsteps of the legendary Charles Darwin, who was inspired by the Galápagos' unique biodiversity. As you explore these pristine islands, you'll follow in his path, encountering an array of remarkable wildlife, from giant tortoises and marine iguanas to playful sea lions and vibrant bird species.

The MS Santa Cruz II offers the perfect platform for this exploration, with its comfortable accommodations, expert naturalists, and world-class amenities. Whether you're snorkeling in turquoise waters, hiking volcanic terrain, or observing species found nowhere else on Earth, each day brings new wonders and opportunities for discovery.

This 11-night itinerary is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, immersing you in the incredible natural beauty and scientific legacy of the Galápagos Islands. It's a voyage that will leave you with a profound appreciation for this ecological wonder.

Emma Sanger-Horwell

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Dates & Prices

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  1. Date 05 September 2024 From £8,732

Itinerary

Departure port Lima, Peru
Flights British Airways 05 Sep - 17 Sep
Hotel JW Marriott Quito 06 Sep - 1 night
Cruise ship MS Santa Cruz II 07 Sep - 11 nights View ship
Arrival port Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island
12 nights Cruise package FROM £8,732 per person
  • Day 1
    Lima, Peru

    Callao is a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao Region, which is also coterminous with the Province of Callao

  • Day 2
    Lima, Peru

    Callao is a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao Region, which is also coterminous with the Province of Callao

  • Day 3
    Cusco

    Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework.

  • Day 4
    Ollantaytambo
  • Day 5
    Quito

    Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church.

  • Day 6
    Quito

    Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church.

  • Day 7
    Galapágos Islands

    The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution.

  • Day 8
    San Cristobal Island

    San Cristóbal Island and named previously by the English as Chatham Island, is the easternmost island in the Galápagos archipelago, as well as one of the oldest geologically. It is administratively part of San Cristóbal Canton, Ecuador.

  • Day 9
    Santa Fe Island

    Santa Fe Island, also called Barrington Island after admiral Samuel Barrington, is a small island of 24 square kilometres which lies in the centre of the Galápagos archipelago, to the south-east of Santa Cruz Island. Visitor access is by a wet landing in Barrington Bay on the north-eastern side of the island.

  • Day 10
    Santa Cruz Island

    Santa Cruz Island is the largest of the Channel Islands, off the coast of Southern California. Its many sea caves include the vast Painted Cave, on the northwestern side. The island has many trails, including around Scorpion Canyon, with opportunities to see the island scrub jays. Scorpion Beach features kelp forests. Smugglers Cove has tide pools. Cavern Point offers Pacific Ocean views and seasonal whale sightings.

  • Day 11
    Espanola

    Española is a city primarily in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. A portion of the central and eastern section of the city is in Santa Fe County.

  • Day 12
    Eden Islet
  • Day 13
    Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island

    Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees.

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