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Galápagos Island Hopping with G Adventures
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  • Duration: 9 Days
  • Destinations: Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, South America

Galápagos Island Hopping with G Adventures lets you explore this legendary archipelago beyond the cruise route, combining guided excursions with free time to snorkel, hike, and spot wildlife up close. Travel by speedboat between islands, stay in locally owned hotels, and experience giant tortoises, sea lions, and marine iguanas alongside expert naturalist guides—all in a more flexible, immersive, and community‑focused way to discover the Galápagos.

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Included With Your Trip

AAA Member Benefit
$50 travel credit for trips $1,000-$1,999
$100 travel credit for trips $2,000 - $2,999
$150 travel credit for trips $3,000 +

Combinable with promotional discounts.

Additional Information

9 Days | Quito to Quito

Day 1 – Quito, Ecuador
Arrive in Quito at any time. In the evening, meet your group and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) for a welcome meeting. No planned activities, giving you time to rest or explore the city.

Day 2 – Quito → Santa Cruz Island
Fly from Quito to the Galápagos Islands and continue to Santa Cruz. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to learn about conservation efforts and see giant tortoises. Settle into Puerto Ayora.

Day 3 – Santa Cruz → Floreana Island
Explore Las Grietas, a crystal‑clear lava‑formed swimming area. In the afternoon, travel by speedboat to Floreana Island. Stay in a G Adventures‑supported community guesthouse and dine at local community restaurants.

Day 4 – Floreana Island
Spend the day discovering Floreana’s black‑sand beaches, snorkeling at Lobería, and visiting the island’s highlands. Learn about Floreana’s unique human and natural history while supporting local community tourism.

Day 5 – Floreana → Isabela Island
Travel by boat to Isabela Island, the largest island in the Galápagos. Enjoy free time to explore the beach town of Puerto Villamil or relax along the shoreline.

Day 6 – Isabela Island
Hike to the rim of Sierra Negra Volcano, one of the largest volcanic craters in the world. Visit wetlands to spot pink flamingos, and explore lava landscapes and coastal ecosystems.

Day 7 – Isabela → Santa Cruz
Return by speedboat to Santa Cruz Island. Enjoy free time in Puerto Ayora for shopping, relaxing, or optional snorkeling and kayaking activities.

Day 8 – Santa Cruz → Quito
Fly back to mainland Ecuador. Enjoy a final evening in Quito and reflect on your Galápagos adventure.

Day 9 – Quito
Depart at any time.

Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Transportation
Plane, speed boat, van, pickup truck, local bus, panga.

Physical Rating
3 - Average: Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type
Small Group - Average 12 people, Maximum 16 people

Age Requirement
12+

Departure Dates
Start: March 29, 2026
End: April 6, 2026
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Product Code: AAA-AAA-G-MARCH

AAA Member Benefit

AAA Members receive 50,100,150 off per person on guaranteed departures of select small-group tours as follows: Tour must be booked by July 31, 2026 at 23:59 EST for the G Adventures’ tour portion of select trip codes for travel departing before December 31, 2028.

Valid for new bookings only and is stackable/combinable with other discounts and promotions equal to or below 20% off.

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