Departs March 14, 2008.
10-night expedition program featuring 7-day Galapagos Island cruise with expert guides.
Many destinations promise visitors the chance to "step back into history." An expedition to the Galapagos Islands perhaps best exemplifies that promise. This cluster of islands is so isolated that many of its creatures cannot be found anywhere else on earth. From the giant tortoises that bear the Galapagos name, to the marine iguanas and "Darwin" finches, the Galapagos Islands afford visitors the chance to observe a living laboratory of adaptation.
Itinerary:
March 14. Depart gateway to Quito Ecuador. Transfer to 4 star hotel upon arrival.
March 15. City Tour of Quito including lunch stop. We will have an opportunity to shop, as well as visit the plaza, church and cathedral of "Old Town". (B/L/D)
March 16. The next morning, board a flight to Baltra and embark on Celebrity’s Xpedition. (B/L/D)
March 16 - 23. Cruise Galapagos Islands. Stops include the islands of Galapagos, San Cristobal, Espanola, Floreana, Santa Cruz, San Salvador, Isabela, and Fernandina. Naturalists, certified by the Galapagos National Park, travel on board to provide expertise. They lead daily, included excursions to ensure a premium experience. (B/L/D)
March 23. Upon debarkation, we transfer from the port to the airport, and board a flight to Quito. Transfer to hotel. In the late afternoon, experience a shopping tour to outdoor market, followed by a farewell dinner at Historic Theatre Restaurant. (B/D)
March 24. Transfer to airport for return flight. (B)
Members: $5,889; Non-members $5,989
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy Category XO, all transfers and excursions as indicated in itinerary, accommodations in four-star hotel and meals as indicated in itinerary, all meals and entertainment on board Xpedition, meals and beverages on board, snorkel equipment, Galapagos National Park entrance fee, Ecuador exit fee, travel insurance, all gratuities, port charges and taxes. Add-on airfare from other gateways quoted individually.
