The ultimate Family Vacation

We’ve received many requests for Family trips at GalapagosTraveler.com, and many have asked for a sample Itinerary for a visit for a family with children. We believe this might represent the best fam-ily trip ever taken! Consider this Itinerary.

1st Day (Tuesday) -- Arrival:
Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. Check-in and overnight.

2nd Day (Wednesday): The Fabulous Quito City Tour + Visiting the Equator
Every family likes togetherness—but not too much! Your family can venture safely and be escorted through the oldest parts of the city of Quito, while learning the history and customs of the beautiful people who inhabit it. Our walking tour will bring us to the Panecillo, where the entire family can enjoy the beautiful view of the Historical Center of Quito.
Have you ever been able to, literally, touch the clouds? On the cableway, your entire family will share a unique and fascinating experience. You’ll be able to see panoramic views of the Pichincha volcano, all the way to the top of Cruz Loma. Cruz Loma is a truly magic place with páramo vegetation-- enjoy the magnificent landscapes and the most spectacular views of the city.
We will then visit the monument that divides the Northern Hemisphere from the Southern Hemisphere. Chil-dren study about the Equator in school, but they see it as only a line on a map; this visit allows them to liter-ally “live” the Equator—imagine them being able to do a “Show and Tell” with one foot in the Northern Hemi-sphere and one foot in the Southern Hemisphere.

3rd Day (Thursday): Quito / Galapagos
You have breakfast at your hotel before we accompany you to the Airport. We help you with the check-in for your flight to the amazing and beautiful Galapagos Islands. When you arrive, crew members of M/V Galapagos Legend welcome you at the Airport and will drive you to the ship, where you check-in. Your children will be absolutely thrilled with the ship; it’s large enough to offer amenities and small enough that they’ll feel extra special.

3rd – 7th Day: Cruising Through the Galapagos Islands
It’s a truly special Galapagos cruise. All your family will enjoy this, since there are activities prepared espe-cially for the kids. This boat has a special space designed specifically for your children. Parents and kids can not only enjoy specific activities offered, but the kids can amuse themselves with activities including snorkeling, hiking, etc.

7th Day (Monday): Galapagos / Hacienda “La Alegria”
There’s a saying that “All good things must come to an end” and it’s true—your cruise must end, but the family vacation need not end at this point. After you disembark from the M/V Galapagos Legend, and after saying goodbye to both new friends and old, you’ll fly back to Quito. We’ll drive you to the colonial Hacienda La Alegria. (B/D). This is a marvelous experience, and adds to the memories that this Ultimate Family Vacation offers.

8th – 9th Day (Tuesday): Hacienda “La Alegria”
Here’s something you’ll love to hear: There’s no defined activities at La Alegria-- you and your family can decide on what you want to do at the Hacienda. Rest, spend time together—or separate and go your own ways—it’s your choice.

9th Day (Wednesday): “La Alegria” - Quito
In the late afternoon, you’ll transfer back to Quito. Accommodation at the Hotel Dann Carlton, an exclusive 4* hotel.

10 Day (Thursday): Departure from Ecuador
It’s time to fly home. Transfer to the airport for your international flight.