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A perfect combination to our Cruise in the Galapagos is Hacienda Zuleta. This old Ecuadorian hacienda full of history is surrounded by beautiful scenery with its mountains and valleys that seem to keep all different shades of green. One of the most outstanding activities are the cabalgatas, or horseback riding in one of more than 90 horses, which are the pride of Zuleta, to different locations like the pre-Incan pyramids of Caranqui culture, the project to recuperate the Andean condors and the mountains that surround Zuleta. The inner trails inside the Hacienda are perfect for trekking and also to perform mountain biking. Around this area you could visit the small villages near Otavalo, where the indigenous peoples from these places still manufacture their weavings and different artisan products in the old traditional ways. A spectacular hike around the mysterious crater lake of Cuicocha can be the climax as a preliminary adventure to an unforgettable 8 day cruise around the Galapagos Islands.
- 8 or 10 days Naturalist Cruise of the Galapagos Islands
- Daily hikes, snorkeling and kayaking
- Amazing wildlife encounters and photo opportunities
- Certified Naturalist Guide
- Excellent on board meals, both international and Ecuadorian cuisine
- 3 days / 2 nights in Hacienda Zuleta and Otavalo
- Ecuadorian or International cuisine prepared with the hacienda's fresh products
- Horse back riding (optional) and hiking
- Mountain biking (optional)
- Visits to in house productions (cheese factory, fish farming, embroidery workshops)
- Visit to Condor re-habilitation project and archaeological ruins of the Caranqui culture
- Visit to Otavalo Indian Market and surrounding indigenous towns of Peguche and Ilumán
- Hikes around the Cuicocha and/or Mojanda crater lakes
- 4 nights in Hotel Café Cultura in Quito (*)
- Welcome and Farewell Dinner
- Meals while in Quito served "a la carte" (**)
- Private tour of Quito accompanied by guide with high level of expertise (all day)
- Special attention to traveler dietary requirements or vegetarian diet
- Small group of up to 16 participants
- Private transfers, personalized attention
- Arrival / departure point: Quito
(*) 3-Star Hotel Café Cultura. Other options available upon request.
(**) Welcome and farewell dinner, lunch at the best restaurants in Quito
We have selected our preferred yachts for this cruise program:
| S/S Mary Anne |
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M/C Cormorant |
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| S/S Sagitta |
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M/C Ocean Spray |
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| M/S Cachalote |
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M/C Athala |
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| M/S Samba |
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M/Y Galaven |
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| M/S The Beagle |
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M/Y Odyssey |
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| M/Y Beluga |
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M/Y Galaxy |
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Day 2 -
Day 3 -
Day 4 -
Day 5 -
Day 6 -
Day 6-13
Day 13 -
Day 14 -
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Arrival to Quito, private transfer to your hotel
Visit the Equatorial monument; lunch; Quito city tour; welcome dinner
Transfer to Hacienda Zuleta; short hike and visits to in house productions
Horseback ride or hike to Condor re-habilitation project and archaeological pyramids
Visit to Otavalo Indian Market; hike around Cuicocha crater lake; return to Quito
Flight to Galapagos; transfer to yacht
Naturalist Cruise of the Galapagos Islands
Flight to Quito; farewell dinner
Transfer to the airport to take your flight back home
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Horseback riding and hiking at Hacienda Zuleta. Hikes around Cuicocha crater lake at an elevation of 10,200 feet. The hike can be either, half-way or completely around the crater.
Hikes in Galapagos in two visitor sites every day, through nature trails, on sand, dirt or volcanic rock, usually one or two miles long (both ways). Dry or wet landings, on rocks, jetties or directly on a sandy beach.
This adventure is considered to be at an EASY to MODERATE level of difficulty, but you need to be active and fit.
Quito is located at an altitude of 9,180 feet.
Galapagos and Hacienda Zuleta
Yacht |
Trip Length |
Price (US Dollars) |
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M/S Samba
M/S The Beagle
M/S Cachalote
M/Y Beluga
M/Y Galaven
M/Y Galaxy
M/Y Odyssey
M/C Athala
M/C Cormorant
M/C Ocean Spray
S/Y Sagitta
Mary Anne |
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
16 Days / 15 Nights
16 Days / 15 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
16 Days / 15 Nights
16 Days / 15 Nights
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US$ 4,590
US$ 5,060
US$ 4,450
US$ 5,410
US$ 4,740
US$ 5,970
US$ 8,150
US$ 6,890
US$ 7,040
US$ 7,240
US$ 6,420
US$ 7,090 |
Prices based on double occupancy. Please ask for our groups and low season rates.
Cost Includes:
- 8 or 10 days Naturalist Cruise of the Galapagos Islands
- Certified Naturalist Guide
- 3 meals per day plus snacks
- 3 days / 2 nights in Hacienda Zuleta and Otavalo
- 4 nights in Hotel Café Cultura in Quito
- Welcome and Farewell Dinner
- Private tour of Quito
- Private transfers, personalized attention
Not included in cost:
- Flight Quito - Galapagos - Quito: US$ 425 (subject to change)
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee: $ 100 (subject to change)
- Galapagos Transit Control Card: US$ 10 (subject to change)
- Tips; imported alcoholic beverages; personal expenses
Note:
Air tickets and park fees are subject to change without previous notification
Prices valid until December 31 / 2012
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