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17 DAYS THE GALAPAGOS: EXPLORING THE INNER & OUTER LOOP

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Calendar icon 9 Dec 2027 – 25 Dec 2027
Duration icon 17 Days 16 Nights
Price From
USD 23,300 Per Person
This comprehensive 14-day voyage seamlessly combines both the Inner and Outer loops into the ultimate Galápagos exploration. From dramatic volcanic summits to remote outer seabird havens, travelers encounter the full spectrum of the archipelago’s biodiversity—experiencing iconic wildlife, ancient lava landscapes, and rich maritime history across virtually every major island.

Itinerary Highlights

  • Explore the complete archipelago in-depth, seamlessly combining both loops to take in iconic viewpoints like Bartolomé’s Pinnacle Rock alongside the remote bird sanctuaries of Genovesa and North Seymour.
  • Encounter the full spectrum of Galápagos wildlife, observing giant tortoises, Galápagos penguins, flightless cormorants, and all three booby species—plus Española’s festive “Christmas” marine iguanas.
  • Immerse in diverse marine and volcanic landscapes, snorkeling alongside sea turtles and reef sharks, exploring historic pirate coves, and walking across the raw lava fields of Sullivan Bay.
Itinerary Outline
  • Day 1
    09 December 2027 (Thu) Pre-cruise hotel stay in Quito
  • Day 2
    10 December 2027 (Fri) Pre-cruise hotel stay in Quito
  • Day 3
    11 December 2027 (Sat) Quito - San Cristobal (Charter flight), Embarkation in San Cristobal - Kicker Rock
  • Day 4
    12 December 2027 (Sun) Isla Bartolome - Buccaneer Cove, Santiago
  • Day 5
    13 December 2027 (Mon) Punta Vicente Roca - Bolivar Canal Cruising - Punta Espinoza, Fernandina
  • Day 6
    14 December 2027 (Tue) Tagus Cove - Elizabeth Bay
  • Day 7
    15 December 2027 (Wed) Post Office Bay - Champion Islet - Punta Cormorant
  • Day 8
    16 December 2027 (Thu) Santa Cruz Highlands - Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, Puerto Ayora
  • Day 9
    17 December 2027 (Fri) Cerro Dragon - Isla Guy Fawkes - Bahia Bowditch, Santa Cruz
  • Day 10
    18 December 2027 (Sat) San Cristobal - Kicker Rock
  • Day 11
    19 December 2027 (Sun) Prince Philips Step's, Genovesa - Darwin Bay, Genovesa
  • Day 12
    20 December 2027 (Mon) North Seymour - Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
  • Day 13
    21 December 2027 (Tue) Bolivar Canal Cruising - Punta Mangle, Fernandina - Punta Moreno, Isabela
  • Day 14
    22 December 2027 (Wed) Santa Cruz Highlands - Fausto Llerena Breeding Center, Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz)
  • Day 15
    23 December 2027 (Thu) Gardner Bay, Espanola - Punta Suarez, Espanola
  • Day 16
    24 December 2027 (Fri) San Cristobal, Isla lobos - Cerro Brujo, San Cristobal
  • Day 17
    25 December 2027 (Sat) Disembarkation in San Cristobal, San Cristobal - Quito (Charter flight)

Cruise Partner

Silversea

Silversea provides one of the most inclusive offerings in luxury cruising. Voyages include butler service in every suite category; a choice of restaurants on every ship, as well as in-suite dining around the clock, and premium beverages served throughout the ship; and a true all-inclusive service.

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Featured ship

Silver Origin

Silver Origin

Silver Origin is Silversea’s first destination-specific vessel, designed exclusively for the Galápagos Islands. Combining all-suite accommodations—featuring Horizon Balconies and butler service—with sophisticated interiors and an interactive Basecamp, the ship offers unparalleled comfort. Guests explore via eight onboard Zodiacs alongside expert Ecuadorian guides, enjoying the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the region, Ecuadorian-inspired cuisine, and Silversea's most environmentally conscious design. (Debut: 2020; Suites: 51; Guest Capacity: 100)

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Included items icon Includes

  • Two pre-cruise hotel night stays in Quito for all guests, including transfer from hotel to airport for charter flight to Galapagos
  • Charter flights between Quito and San Cristobal (pre- and post-cruise)
  • Food and beverages onboard (a choice of 2 restaurants, diverse local cuisine, open-seating dining, room service, beverages in-suite and throughout the ship, sparkling wine on arrival, selected wines and premium spirits.)
  • Shore excursions
  • WiFi
  • Onboard gratuities
  • Port charges and taxes

Excluded items icon Excludes

  • Pre- and post-cruise extensions, such as airfares, airport taxes, accommodations, excursions, transfers and luggage handling
  • Personal expenses

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Call us at +852 2885 2181 or email us at enquiry@intriqjourney.com to start planning for a holiday that is completely tailored to your preferences.

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