Itinerary

Day 1 Apr 8, 2027 Guayaquil The second major jumping off point for the Galapagos Islands after Quito, this is a little city with a big heart. A sea port first and foremost, the city’s personality has been founded on that, and all the better it is for it too. Almost Caribbean in feeling, the clement climate coupled with the intermingling rhythms floating from the windows and abundance of fresh seafood make this a very tropical destination. View less Once not even considered by the travel books as a potential destination in its own right, the city has undergone something of a resurgence in the past few years. Proud Guayaquileños will not hestitate to point out the Malecón or the exciting new riverfront promenade, once a no-go area after dark, now happily (and hippily) lined with museums, restaurants, shops, and ongoing entertainment. The new airport and urban transportation network are also lauded to the happy tourists who find themselves here. As the largest and most populous city in Ecuador as well as being the commercial centre, it would only be natural that the city would have some kind of modern architecture, but it is the colourful favelas, or to use their real name guasmos, that cling to the side of the hillside like limpets that really catch your eye. A blend of old and new, the first inhabitants can be traced back to 1948 when the government cleared the area for affordable housing, these shanty towns are witness to the social and political particularities that Guayaquil has faced in the past. Guayaquil port guide Search cruises visiting Guayaquil

Day 2 Apr 9, 2027 Quito Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church. Quito port guide Search cruises visiting Quito

Quito photo — Day 2 Apr 9, 2027 Quito Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church. Quito port guide Search cruises visiting Quito

Day 3 Apr 10, 2027 Galapagos Islands The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution. Galapagos Islands port guide Search cruises visiting Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Islands photo — Day 3 Apr 10, 2027 Galapagos Islands The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution. Galapagos Islands port guide Search cruises visiting Galapagos Islands

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 99-day span: $12,960 · range $12,960–$15,830

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

Not available

Oceanview

from $15,830

$2,261 / night

Fare rows

Category 2S

Cabin grade

Available

from $15,830

$2,261 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

from $23,360

$3,337 / night

Fare rows

Category 5S

Cabin grade

Available

from $23,360

$3,337 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Suite

Not available

Prices verified Jul 2, 2026

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Price history

30 days

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $15,830 2S Category 2S $15,830

Balcony

Lowest Balcony $23,360 5S Category 5S $23,360

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
Category 4	04	Balcony
Category 5	05	Balcony
Category 6	06	Balcony
Category 7	07	Balcony
Category 5S	5S	Balcony
Interior Cabin	IC	Inside
Category 1	01	Oceanview
Category 2	02	Oceanview
Category 2S	2S	Oceanview

Ship

Your ship National Geographic Gemini 3★ 48 guests Built **2001** Launched in 2001 from the same shipyard as National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Gemini is a highly maneuverable, shallow-draft expedition ship purpose built to explore remote areas with ease. Sailing year round with a maximum of 48 guests, National Geographic Gemini offers guests the choice of larger suites, cabins with balconies, and a mix of doubles, solos, and triples. Carrying a fleet of quick-to-deploy Mark VI Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, the ship is well-equipped for exploring the islands and marine reserve. It is also stocked with snorkeling gear for all guests, including shortie wetsuits. National Geographic Gemini ship guide Search cruises on National Geographic Gemini

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