Ecuador

• Sail between the isles of the Galápagos by yacht, enjoying close encounters with wildlife. • Ride an aerial bike through the treetops of the Chocó rainforest. • Take a private tour of Quito’s colonial old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. 11 DAYS FROM $7,695

DAYS 1–5 I QUITO, ECUADOR/GALÁPAGOS From Quito, travel to the Galápagos Islands and settle into a lodge tucked into one of Isla Santa Cruz’s secluded bays. Enjoy three days to explore the wild wonders of this famed archipelago with expert naturalists. Sail aboard the lodge’s yacht, disembarking to seek out blue-footed boobies and frigate birds on Isla Seymour Norte, spot Sally Lightfoot crabs and land iguanas on Isla Plaza Sur, snorkel with sea lions and penguins, and much more. Wyndham Quito Airport Hotel; Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel | Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 6–7 I QUITO Take a private tour of Quito’s old town, which earned the city distinction as the first UNESCO designated world capital. Discover grand colonial buildings and plazas, and step through the doors of some of Quito’s most beautiful churches. Casa Gangotena | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 8–11 I MASHPI RESERVE Visit the archaeological site of Tulipe en route to a lodge set in the Mashpi Rainforest Reserve. Venture out on interpretive day and nighttime walks through the forest, in search of howler monkeys, kaleidoscopic birds, neon frogs, and more. Survey the canopy from the observation tower and ride an aerial bicycle through the treetops. Visit the Equatorial Monument on your return trip to the Quito airport. Mashpi Lodge | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary. INFORMATION

When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you. COST 2 PEOPLE 4 PEOPLE 6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2021 $8,295 $7,895 $7,695 Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2022 $8,595 $8,195 $7,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022. Single-traveler prices are available upon request. A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $600 per person (subject to change).