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Galápagos Islands - In Darwin’s Footsteps (Eastern Route)

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Cruise Overview

  • Duration 8 nights
  • Departs 29 Jul 2026
  • Sails from Two night 4★ stay in Quito, Ecuador
  • Ship MS Santa Cruz II
  • Flights and transfersNo
  • Cruise code ‍2205254
  • Voyage code ‍GPS-GPS-0-SCGAL2627EEU

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Quito, Ecuador

Two night 4★ stay in Quito, Ecuador Wed 29 Jul 2026

Quito, Ecuador

Upon arrival, transfer to a 4★ hotel for your two night stay

Quito, Ecuador

Quito, Ecuador Thu 30 Jul 2026

Quito, Ecuador

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Quito’s remarkable Old Town – one of the largest and best-preserved colonial-era quarters in South America. Wander through cobblestone streets as you admire the architecture – and sample some delicious chocolate made from finest Ecuadorian cacao along the way.
Next, you’ll head to the iconic ‘Middle of the World City’, located around 16 miles north of Quito. After lunch, you’ll visit the famous monument that delineates the imaginary line of the Equator. Have your camera ready to capture the moment you stand with one foot in each hemisphere.

Galapagos Islands

Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island Fri 31 Jul 2026

Galapagos Islands

After breakfast, a short flight will take you to Baltra Island, a part of the spectacular Galápagos Archipelago. A transfer will take you straight to the port, where you will embark MS Santa Cruz II for your six night all-inclusive expedition voyage

San Cristobal Island Sat 01 Aug 2026

Your first stop is the Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve, a breeding center for the endangered giant tortoise. It’s also home to other endemic species, including the San Cristóbal mockingbird and the lava lizard. The giant tortoise is probably the most iconic of all Galápagos wildlife, with a lifespan of over 100 years. They thrive here, ambling around forests similar to their natural habitat.
Next you’ll explore Punta Pitt in small panga boats. This is the only site in the Galápagos Islands where you might see three species of boobies. Enjoy a nature walk, explore the coastline by boat, or snorkel and swim in the crystal-clear water

Santa Fe Island

Santa Fe Island Sun 02 Aug 2026

Santa Fe Island

Start the day with a scenic nature walk on the blissful beaches of Santa Fe, home to the endemic Barrington land iguana and a colony of sea lions. You can swim or snorkel from small panga boats, take a kayak for a paddle around the island, or join a trip in a glass-bottomed boat to observe the marine life below. After a delicious lunch onboard, head to South Plaza Island. Keep an eye out for frigatebirds, swallow-tailed gulls, and Galápagos shearwaters gliding on the breeze. Here, among a dazzling array of flora, land iguanas laze by the shore while marine iguanas slip in and out of the water.

El Chato Reserve, Santa Cruz, Ecuador

Santa Cruz Island Mon 03 Aug 2026

El Chato Reserve, Santa Cruz, Ecuador

Today we pay a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station in Puerto Ayora A giant tortoise breeding centre, here you can see recently hatched tortoises and Darwin’s famous finches – the birds he used as a basis for his theory of evolution by natural selection. There’s also an impressive forest of prickly pear cacti that’s home to many land birds. Enjoy a cooler climate over lunch in the lush highlands, where giant tortoises shuffle about munching on grass and wallowing in pools. You'll have time for another activity, such as mountain biking or visiting sugar plantation.

Galapágos Islands

Española, Galapágos Islands Tue 04 Aug 2026

Galapágos Islands

You will reach Española today, the archipelago’s southernmost island. Birdlife here is truly extraordinary. Look for Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, and the mighty waved albatross. This is also a great chance to spot red Española lava lizards and marine iguanas, as well as see El Soplador, the famous blowhole that blasts water 75 feet into the air.
After lunch on board the ship, head to the picturesque coral beach of Gardner Bay and nearby Osborn Islet to seek out sea lions, mockingbirds, and finches. If you’re feeling active, you can go snorkelling or kayaking.

North Seymour Island, Ecuador

Eden Islet, Galápagos Islands Wed 05 Aug 2026

North Seymour Island, Ecuador

The abundant wildlife-watching opportunities continue at Eden Islet, where we hope to see Galápagos green turtles, rays, and friendly reef sharks. On shore, look for distinctive frigatebirds with their rubbery, red throats.
You can swim or snorkel to explore the reefs. You can also see the reefs from the glass-bottomed boat or by kayak. After lunch, sail onto North Seymour. The island is a great site for spotting colonies of blue-footed boobies and swallow-tailed gulls. Sea lions and marine iguanas also congregate here, attracted by the bountiful sea life in its waters.

Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island Thu 06 Aug 2026

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your short flight to Guayaquil

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Explorer Cabin

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The EE (Explorer Cabin) on MS Santa Cruz II offers a comfortable and inviting retreat after a day of discovery. Located on the Horizon Deck and measuring around 164 square feet, these well-appointed cabins sleep two guests and feature a large picture window that brings the Galápagos landscape into view. Inside, you’ll find a queen-size bed that can be configured as twins, a cosy sitting area, and a modern en-suite bathroom. Thoughtful extras include eco-friendly toiletries, a flat-screen television, tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge, and a writing desk. With air conditioning, bathrobes on request, and smart storage, the EE cabin grade is a great option.

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The EH (Explorer Cabin) on MS Santa Cruz II provides a cosy and well-equipped space to relax between island adventures. Ranging from approximately 151 to 161 square feet, these cabins sleep two and feature a large picture window that offers natural light and ever-changing ocean views. Inside, guests enjoy the comfort of a queen-size bed (or twin configuration), a sitting area, and an en-suite bathroom stocked with eco-friendly toiletries. Additional features include air conditioning, a flat-screen television, tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge, and a writing desk. With thoughtful touches like a hairdryer, in-room safe, and bathrobes on request, the EH cabin is a fantastic option.

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The EP (Explorer Cabin) on MS Santa Cruz II offers a bright and welcoming retreat, measuring approximately 164 square feet. Located on the Panorama Deck, each cabin sleeps two and features a large picture window for plenty of natural light and scenic views. Designed for comfort and convenience, EP cabins include a queen or twin bed setup, a sitting area, and an en-suite bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. Other amenities include air conditioning, a flat-screen television, a fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, a writing desk, and a personal safe. Bathrobes and slippers are available on request.

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The FH (Explorer Family Cabin) on MS Santa Cruz II is a well-designed space ideal for small families. Measuring around 185 square feet, it features large windows that flood the room with natural light. Sleeping up to three guests, it includes a sofa bed suited for a child under 12. Inside, you’ll find twin or queen bed options, a cosy sitting area, and a practical en-suite bathroom. Thoughtful touches include eco-friendly toiletries, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, a fridge, and a writing desk. Bathrobes, slippers, and air conditioning add extra comfort.

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Darwin Suite

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The DS (Darwin Suite) on MS Santa Cruz II offers the most spacious and refined accommodation on board, measuring approximately 326 square feet. With two large windows, this elegant suite is filled with natural light and features a generous sitting area and a sofa bed suitable for a child under 12, sleeping up to three guests. Alongside an en-suite bathroom and a choice of twin or queen beds, you’ll find thoughtful amenities such as a flat-screen TV, eco-friendly toiletries, a fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a writing desk. Guests in the Darwin Suite also enjoy elevated touches like complimentary welcome champagne, priority boarding, daily turndown service, and laundry.

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The Ship - MS Santa Cruz II

  • Occupancy90
  • Tonnage2,664 tons
  • Length232 ft (70.71 m)
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Built in 2002 and refurbished in 2021, MS Santa Cruz II is the smallest ship in the HX fleet. Specially designed to explore remote destinations with ease, she sails the extraordinary waters of the Galápagos Islands, offering a unique way to experience this wildlife-rich archipelago. With her small size, welcoming atmosphere and focus on discovery, MS Santa Cruz II is perfectly suited to adventurous travellers looking to get closer to nature, without compromising on comfort.

What’s onboard: 90 guests, 50 guest staterooms, two lounges, one food and drink venue, eight key venues and two hot tubs.

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