Voyage Overview
Destination Highlight
This tropical city of over two million people spreads out along the banks of chocolate-colored Guayas River, about 12 miles from Gulf of Guayaquil. The river, navigable for the largest of ocean vessels, makes this one of the Pacific's most important and best-protected ports. Visitors find the city itself is primarily valued as a gateway for the Galapagos Island and the rest of the country. Ecuador's scenic capital Quito can be reached via a 45-minute flight from Guayaquil. Lush green hillsides, snow-capped volcano cones and brilliant sunshine combine to make the city a charming surprise. Guayaquil offers a rich and interesting history. The meeting of Bolivar and San Martin is commemorated with the colonnaded La Rotunda facing the river. Other attractions include Colon Park where the city was founded, the Santo Domingo Church and the cemetery, often called the White City. With its elaborate tombs and monuments, this is one of South America's most striking burial grounds.
About the Ship
Built to travel off-the-beaten-path, Isabela II's sleek design is perfect for navigating the coastal waterways, inland channels, and narrow inlets of the South American waters, while providing a special camaraderie environment with fellow explorers on the ship's decks.
Included Amenities
Exclusive Bonus:
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EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK Private Tauck Shore Excursions in the Galápagos Islands with expert naturalist guides – averaging two daily – for an up-close experience with some of the most unusual and intriguing species in the world TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES All gratuities to Tauck Director, guides, naturalists and ship staff Exclusive 6-night Galápagos Cruise aboard the expedition ship, Isabela II – with no more than 40 Tauck guests Two nights at Wyndham Guayaquil, gateway to the Galápagos Islands Daily cocktail hour, all-day soft drinks; wine and beer with dinner aboard ship Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 18 meals; service charges, applicable fuel surcharges, admission fees, entrance fees to Galápagos National Park, porterage