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10-night South America cruise: Quito to Baltra, Galapagos Islands on MS Santa Cruz II

The Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise Nine of the Best Isles (Western and Northern Route) is a 10-night South America cruise aboard MS Santa Cruz II, operated by HX Expeditions. Departing Quito on January 19, 2027 and arriving in Baltra, Galapagos Islands on January 29, 2027, the voyage visits 8 ports including Fernandina, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands, Floreana. Fares start from $9,765 per person.

Length
10 nights
Departs
Jan 19, 2027
Returns
Jan 29, 2027
Ports of call
8

Voyage code _@SCGALWNEU-270119

Quito

10 nights · South America

from $9,765 pp

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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.

Baltra, Galapagos Islands

During World War II, Baltra served as a U.S. military base protecting the Panama Canal from enemy attack. Now the cactus-strewn landscapes of Baltra are home to the region's main airport and where you will meet the ship. After just a short bus and zodiac ride you will be aboard. Your luggage will be delivered straight to your stateroom, giving you the opportunity to explore the Celebrity Xpedition, a 296-foot mega-yacht and your home for the week.

Fernandina

Fernandina Beach is a city in Nassau County, Florida, United States, on Amelia Island. It is the northernmost city on Florida's Atlantic coast, and is one of the principal municipalities comprising Greater Jacksonville. It is also the seat of Nassau County. The area was first inhabited by the Timucuan Indian people.

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Price history

Cheaper than 97%
30 days
Fare details

Fare details

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Current fares
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Oceanview
$9,765
Suite
$13,172
Tracked range
117 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Oceanview $9,765 $9,729 on May 8 $9,765 on Aug 28
Suite $13,172 $13,136 on May 8 $13,172 on Aug 28
Cabin grades
6 total
Explorer CabinOceanview · EE
Explorer CabinOceanview · EH
Explorer CabinOceanview · EP
Explorer Family CabinOceanview · FH
Voyager Single CabinOceanview · VH
Darwin SuiteSuite · DS

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Oceanview

from $9,765

$976 / night

Fare rows

Explorer Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $9,765

$976 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Explorer Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,307

$1,030 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Explorer Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,849

$1,084 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Explorer Family Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $10,849

$1,084 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Voyager Single Cabin

Cabin grade

Available

from $11,662

$1,166 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

Not available

Suite

from $13,172

$1,317 / night

Fare rows

Darwin Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $13,172

$1,317 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Sep 1, 2026

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The journey

10 nights, in order

Quito

Day 1 Jan 19, 2027

Quito

Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m.

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The full itinerary

11 scheduled calls
MS Santa Cruz II

Your ship

MS Santa Cruz II

With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community. This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your cruise from start to finish. Enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, increase your knowledge of the Galápagos Islands with your fellow travellers in the Science Center or maybe mingle out on the multiple decks. While exploring the Galápagos, you'll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin's footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. MS Santa Cruz II's amenities easily appeal to all world explorers.

4★ 2,664 GT 90 Passengers Built 2021
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