National Geographic luxury itinerary
National Geographic Islander II June 22-July 1 2029 Cruise & Offers
Exploring Galápagos
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Published route, combined without duplicate stops
Destinations & expedition experiences
This is a flexible expedition program. Published dates and areas are preserved, but landing sites, activities, timing, and route order may change with weather, wildlife, permits, ice, tides, and the expedition leader's decisions.
June 22, 2029 Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Published date(s)
- June 22, 2029
- Destination or area
- Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Galápagos, South America
- Published flight / transfer guidance
- June 22, 2029 — Arrival: Anytime. Confirm travel arrangements with Deluxe Cruises before booking flights.
About Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil, Ecuador is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Galápagos program. Verified official day descriptions highlight cultural traditions, community connections, and local heritage. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
Published expedition experiences
- Cultural or community visit: A cultural, community, or heritage visit is identified in the published program; access and timing remain locally determined.
June 23, 2029 Quito / Galápagos Islands
- Published date(s)
- June 23, 2029
- Destination or area
- Quito / Galápagos Islands
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Galápagos, South America
About Quito / Galápagos Islands
Quito / Galápagos Islands is a published National Geographic-Lindblad destination in the Galápagos program. Verified official day descriptions highlight coastal, marine, island, or reef environments. This provides geographic, natural, cultural, or historical context before the visit. Exact landing sites, access, activities, and timing remain subject to local conditions, permits, wildlife, and the expedition leader's decisions.
June 24–29, 2029 Galápagos Islands
- Published date(s)
- June 24–29, 2029
- Destination or area
- Galápagos Islands
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Galápagos, South America
About Galápagos Islands
The Galápagos Islands combine volcanic landscapes with remarkable wildlife, from giant tortoises and marine iguanas to nesting seabirds. Published exploration may include coastal walks, Zodiac outings, and snorkeling, with experiences varying by route and conditions. National park regulations guide island access, so individual landing sites and wildlife encounters should not be treated as guaranteed.
Published expedition experiences
- Zodiac exploration: Zodiac exploration may be offered, subject to local conditions and the expedition team's operating plan.
- Kayaking: Kayaking may be offered when conditions, permits, and expedition operations allow.
- Snorkeling: Snorkeling may be offered where the published program and local conditions allow.
- Paddling: Paddling may be offered when equipment, local rules, and conditions permit.
- Hiking or guided walks: A hike or guided walk may be included as described in the published program, with the exact route set locally.
- Wildlife observation: Wildlife observation is part of the published context, but sightings are never guaranteed.
June 30, 2029 Galápagos Islands / Disembark Ship / Quito
- Published date(s)
- June 30, 2029
- Destination or area
- Galápagos Islands / Disembark Ship / Quito
- Itinerary type
- Transfer and embarkation stage
- Published region(s)
- Galápagos, South America
About Galápagos Islands / Disembark Ship / Quito
The return from the Galápagos begins with disembarkation and a flight to mainland Ecuador. Quito provides the connection to international travel, with hotel options and extra nights to discuss according to your flight plans. Check the published departure guidance before reserving onward flights; any optional extension or additional accommodation requires separate confirmation.
July 1, 2029 Quito
- Published date(s)
- July 1, 2029
- Destination or area
- Quito
- Itinerary type
- Scheduled destination
- Published region(s)
- Galápagos, South America
- Published flight / transfer guidance
- July 1, 2029 — Departure: Anytime on day 10, or anytime after 7:00 p.m. local time on day 9. Confirm travel arrangements with Deluxe Cruises before booking flights.
About Quito
Quito connects the Galápagos voyage with onward travel through Ecuador's Andean capital. The published program returns guests to the mainland before international departure, with additional hotel nights or extensions available to discuss separately. Confirm the recommended flight time and transfer arrangements for your departure, especially when considering an overnight flight home.
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