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Cruising Ecuador's Galápagos Islands

8 DAYS • 16 MEALS See Mother Nature frozen in time, in a place unlike any other on Earth. Join us on an unforgettable trip to the Galápagos Islands, a place so unique it changed the way we think about our world.

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16 Meals (4 Dinners, 5 Lunches and 7 Breakfasts)
Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Tours
English-speaking Naturalist Guide and Mayflower Tours expert staff
Experience the wonder and beauty of Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands aboard the MY Coral I on a four-night cruise
Included landings on Santa Cruz, Fernandina, Isabela and Santiago Islands with walking tours to see the magnificent wildlife, flora and geology
Incredible, up close encounters with seabirds, iguanas, giant tortoises and more
Dinghy excursions along the extensive mangroves to view turtle nesting areas
Outstanding snorkeling and swimming at each island
City tours with an English-speaking local guide in Quito and Guayaquil, Ecuador
Onboard dinners served with 2 glasses of complimentary wine
Pre- and Post-cruise hotel stays in five-star accommodations
$40 in Mayflower Money

Day One — Depart the USA Depart the USA for our flight to Quito, Ecuador. Enjoy a free evening to experience this amazing city on our own. Day Two — Quito, Colonial Capital City of Ecuador After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Quito. The first city to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978, Quito boasts a historic center and centuries-old landmarks that date back 500 years. Feel the Spanish Colonial influence throughout the city, blended in with today’s contemporary structures. Visit “Mitad del Mundo” and the Equator Monument which stands at 0 degrees and feel what it’s like to be standing in the middle of the world. During your included city tour, see a bull fighting ring, gilded Spanish colonial church and the Solar Museum which showcases physics and folklore. This evening, enjoy the city on our own. Breakfast and lunch Day Three — Welcome Aboard the MY Coral I After breakfast, board the flight to Baltra. Upon arrival, embark the MY Coral I for our four-night cruise. Set sail for Santa Cruz Island and get our first taste of this Galápagos Island at Ballena Bay where we’ll be on the lookout for marine iguanas, lovely pelicans and herons. Snorkel in sparkling blue-green waters and observe a glorious underwater world of tropical marine life. Breakfast, plus lunch and dinner onboard Day Four — Vicente Roca Point and Espinosa Point/Isabela and Fernandina Island This morning, visit Vicente Roca Point. This is a marine-only visitor site with great opportunities for deep-water snorkeling. In this part of the Galápagos, the upwelling of cold water currents offer an abundant food supply for the marine species. We see plenty of red-lipped batfish, sea horses, frogfish, nudibranchs and octopi in these waters. There are whale watching opportunities while navigating from Vicente Roca Point to Espinosa Point.In the afternoon, visit Espinosa Point on Fernandina Island, one of the most well-preserved of the Galápagos Islands. Discover one of the world’s most pristine island ecosystems as we hike through a thick canopy of mangroves at Espinosa Point. Observe hundreds of prehistoric marine iguanas sunbathing on black lava rocks. All around are Galápagos penguins, pelicans, sea lions and fur seals, ready to pose for pictures. Watch out for colorful sally lightfoot crabs scurrying across the path. Quiet now as you encounter flightless cormorants on their nesting site, the only place in the world to find this species. These birds once flew, but over time, adapted to their environment and lost their ability to fly. Be on the lookout for the major predator on the island, the Galápagos hawk. Breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard Day Five — Urbina Bay and Tagus Cove/Isabela Island We start our day with a wet landing on the volcanic black beach at Urbina Bay. Search for shells and other organisms. In 1954, a volcano uplifted the coral reef, leaving marine skeletons that tell of its ancient past. Look for Darwin’s finches, land iguanas and the Galápagos cotton flower in bloom. Outstanding snorkeling awaits you in the crystal clear waters, showcasing fascinating marine life. Amazing views of the Alcedo Volcano, which spewed an unusual combination of rhyolite and basalt lava, stands as a powerful backdrop and reminder of nature’s power.This afternoon, we visit Tagus Cove and learn about the eruption of the five volcanoes that created the largest island. Admire the red and white mangroves and Flightless Cormorants and Galápagos Penguins. Great blue herons, pelicans and brown noddies come to roost, looking for food. Watch as the sea turtles lay their eggs and nest. Breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard Day Six — Salt Mines and Sullivan Bay/Santiago Island Today we visit the fourth largest island in the Galápagos, Santiago Island. It provides spectacular views of powerful volcanic activity. Observe Darwin finches, mockingbirds, and white-checked pintails as you take in the awesome high cliffs. Walk along the red sand beach of Buccaneer Cove, named for the pirates who once stashed their loot here. Spot fur seals, tropical fish, sharks and moray eels.At Espumilla Beach, we watch natural wonders come to life — marine sea turtles nesting on the beach and the dance between prey and predator. In the air, hunting herons swoop down on sally lightfoot crabs as testament to Darwin’s theory. More than a hundred years ago, a volcanic eruption created the dramatic landscape in Sullivan Bay. Leaving its geological footprint, the steep cliffs, black lava and tuff cones showcase the impact of volcanic activity in this barren terrain. Breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard Day Seven — El Chato/Santa Cruz Arrive at Santa Cruz with a dry landing. At a private farm, observe immense sea turtles in their natural habitat as they slowly meander through the forest. Sounds of Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers and Galápagos rails fill the air. As our journey comes to an end, we’ll be filled with wonder at the sights and sounds of this original paradise. This afternoon, fly to Guayaquil and enjoy a city tour with a local guide. The evening is free for independent exploration. Breakfast onboard Day Eight — Guayaquil / USA Bid a fond farewell to Ecuador and its Galápagos Islands and re- turn home filled with so many fond memories of the life enrich- ing experiences of our small ship adventure. Breakfast

Itinerary is subject to change based on operating conditions

Days One and Two Swissôtel, Quito, Ecuador Days Three through Six Aboard the MY Coral I – Cruising the Galápagos Islands Day Seven Oro Verde, Guayaquil, Ecuador

Deck Plan

Departure Date	Stateroom Category	Per Person Twin	Single Room
September 04, 2017 SAVE UP TO $200 PER COUPLE	Junior Cabin	$4,599	N/A	Available Reserve now!
	Standard Cabin	$3,799	add $2,579	Available Reserve now!
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September 18, 2017 SAVE UP TO $200 PER COUPLE	Standard Cabin	$3,799	add $2,579	Available Reserve now!
	Standard Cabin Plus	$4,299	add $2,919	Available Reserve now!
	Junior Cabin	$4,599	N/A	Available Reserve now!
October 16, 2017 SAVE UP TO $200 PER COUPLE	Standard Cabin	$3,799	add $2,579	Available Reserve now!
	Standard Cabin Plus	$4,299	add $2,919	Available Reserve now!
	Junior Cabin	$4,599	N/A	Available Reserve now!

Please add $499 per person for flights between Quito and Galápagos and to Guayaquil.
Please add $120 per person for park licenses and fees.

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LEVEL 5: Expect longer touring days with a more physical touring experience. Some programs may have overnight travel on Amtrak which could include seating rather than sleeping accommodations.

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