Galápagos Islands - Nine of the Best Isles Plus Machu Picchu

15 nights - 28 Dec 2028

Santa Cruz II | Pacific Holiday ID: 103471

Lima

Cuzco

Machu Picchu

Quito

Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galápagos

Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island, Galápagos

Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz

Floreana Island, Galapagos

Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galápagos

Las Bachas, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

Puerto Egas

Rabida Island

Bartolome Island

El Barranco, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

Lima Lima Cuzco Cuzco Cuzco Cuzco Machu Picchu Quito Quito Quito Quito Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galápagos Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island, Galápagos Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz Floreana Island, Galapagos Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galápagos Las Bachas, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Puerto Egas Rabida Island Bartolome Island El Barranco, Genovesa Island, Galápagos Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

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Lima

Welcome to Peru, one of the most fascinating countries in South America! Lima, Peru’s vibrant capital, offers a rich fusion of history, culture, and coastal beauty. The historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features stunning colonial architecture. Along the Pacific coastline, dis... Read More

Day 1

28 December 2028

Lima

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Day 2

29 December 2028

Lima

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Day 3

30 December 2028

Cuzco

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Day 4

31 December 2028

Machu Picchu

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Day 5

01 January 2029

Cuzco

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Day 6

02 January 2029

Quito

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Day 7

03 January 2029

Quito

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Day 8

04 January 2029

Seymour

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Day 8

04 January 2029

Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

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Day 9

05 January 2029

Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galápagos

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Day 9

05 January 2029

Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island, Galápagos

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Day 10

06 January 2029

Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz

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Day 11

07 January 2029

Floreana Island, Galapagos

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Day 11

07 January 2029

Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galápagos

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Day 12

08 January 2029

Seymour

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Day 12

08 January 2029

Las Bachas, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

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Day 13

09 January 2029

Buccaneer Cove, Santiago Island, Galapagos Islands

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Day 13

09 January 2029

Puerto Egas

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Day 14

10 January 2029

Rabida Island

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Day 14

10 January 2029

Bartolome Island

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Day 15

11 January 2029

El Barranco, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

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Day 15

11 January 2029

Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

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Day 16

12 January 2029

Sailing Itabaca Channel, Galápagos

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Day 16

12 January 2029

Seymour

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Cuzco

Get a brief look at Cusco before heading to the Sacred ValleyIn the morning, we’ll take a flight to Cusco, the ancient seat of the Inca Empire. Upon arrival we’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before taking a look at Sacsayhuamán fortress, a ceremonial compound and magnificent example... Read More

Cuzco

Andean Community and Cusco walking tourToday you’ll get an insight into the lives of Andean highlanders with a visit to the Misminay community, where sacred ancestral traditions live on. Learn about their ancient farming techniques, textile weaving, and folkloric traditions passed down th... Read More

Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.

28 December 2028

Lima

29 December 2028

Lima

Discover Lima´s historical centre and moreAfter breakfast, you’ll enjoy a Lima City Tour, including lunch, which will introduce you to Lima´s historical centre, UNESCO World Heritage Site which is packed with elegant Spanish colonial architecture, and other interesting sites in Lima. ...

30 December 2028

Cuzco

31 December 2028

Machu Picchu

Discover the lost city of the IncasAn early morning transfer will take you to Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley, from where you’ll catch a train along the narrow-gauge line to Machu Picchu, passing through stunning highland scenery along the way. After around two hours, we’ll stop...

01 January 2029

Cuzco

02 January 2029

Quito

Discover the vibrant city of QuitoThe day begins with breakfast at your hotel. We’ll then drive to the airport in Cusco for the morning flight via Lima to Ecuador, on the Equator in the lush Andean foothills. You´ll arrive in Quito in the afternoon. At 9,350 feet, Quito is the second-...

03 January 2029

Quito

Straddle the Equator at the Middle of the World CityToday you’ll enjoy a guided tour of Quito’s remarkable Old Town. It’s one of the largest and best-preserved colonial-era quarters in South America. Wander through cobblestone streets as you admire the architecture and sample some del...

04 January 2029

Seymour

Get ready to explore the spectacular Galápagos Islands As your South America land adventure draws to a close, it’s time to embark on the next stage of your journey. After breakfast, a short flight will take you to Baltra Island in the spectacular Galápagos archipelago. A transfer brings you straight to the port where your comfortable expedition ship MS Santa Cruz II awaits. In the afternoon we’ll begin our exploration of the Galápagos Islands following the north shore of Santa Cruz towards the fascinating landscapes of Cerro Dragón, which means ‘Dragon Hill’, where we’ll land. The first part of the walk here passes by a brackish lagoon tha...

04 January 2029

Dragon Hill, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

05 January 2029

Punta Vicente Roca, Isabela Island, Galápagos

Scan the coastline and seas for iconic speciesYou’ll start your day at Punta Vicente Roca, on the northwestern tip of Isabela Island. After breakfast, we’ll explore the coast by small boat, learning about the dramatic geology of the area from your naturalist guides.   This site is a n...

05 January 2029

Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island, Galápagos

06 January 2029

Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz

Meet the famous giant tortoises of Galápagos Today, you’ll explore Santa Cruz Island. In the morning, we’ll disembark at Puerto Ayora to visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. A giant tortoise breeding centre, here you can see recently hatched tortoises and Darwin’s famous finch...

07 January 2029

Floreana Island, Galapagos

Discover Galápagos history and underwater wildlifeAfter breakfast, you’ll enjoy a small boat ride among the channels on Floreana’s north shore before taking in the incredible views of the island from Baroness Cove Later on, we’ll land at Post Office Bay to visit the historic barrel th...

07 January 2029

Punta Cormorant, Floreana Island, Galápagos

08 January 2029

Seymour

Unwind and recharge your batteriesRelax on board while we anchor off Baltra Island. After four days of exploring the unique nature and environments of the Galápagos, it is the moment to pause for a while and recharge your batteries for the days ahead. Make use of the many onboard facilities, flick through the books in the library, or exercise in the gym; it’s up to you.  In the afternoon, we’ll land at Las Bachas beach, located on the northern shore of Santa Cruz Island. This glorious white beach with turquoise waters is a great place to spot iconic Galápagos wildlife like flamingos and sea turtles. Enjoy swimming or snorkelling before head...

08 January 2029

Las Bachas, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos

09 January 2029

Buccaneer Cove, Santiago Island, Galapagos Islands

See iconic wildlife and spectacular landscapesToday you’ll explore Santiago Island’s pristine beaches and picturesque landscapes. Take in the impressive cliffs of Buccaneer Cove on the northwest coast, home to a large number of marine birds and sea lions. Immerse yourself in the scenery through a range of water activities and marvel at fantastic rock formations such as ‘Elephant Rock’ and ‘The Bishop.’ In the afternoon, we’ll head to Puerto Egas, one of the best visitor sites on the island. You’ll have the opportunity to see a colony of Galápagos fur seals and exotic birdlife on an excursion. Or you could just swim or snorkel along the rock...

09 January 2029

Puerto Egas

10 January 2029

Rabida Island

Soak up the sights and sounds of the GalápagosYour day starts on tiny Rábida Island, located off the southern shore of Santiago. You can go for a thrilling small boat ride along the coast to explore the island’s mesmerising, red-coloured beach. Soak up the sights and sounds made by a...

10 January 2029

Bartolome Island

11 January 2029

El Barranco, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

Discover a birdlife haven and take a refreshing dipToday you’ll explore Genovesa Island. The morning starts with a steep but short climb – only 90 feet – up Prince Philip’s Steps, known as El Barranco, to reach flat and rocky plateau. Once there, you can walk along comfortably and loo...

11 January 2029

Darwin Bay, Genovesa Island, Galápagos

12 January 2029

Sailing Itabaca Channel, Galápagos

12 January 2029

Seymour

See giant tortoises in the wildWe start our last morning on the north shore of Santa Cruz Island. A dry landing at a passenger wharf and a bus ride to the loftier region of the island will provide a final highlight of your expedition cruise: giant tortoises in the wild. The windward slopes of the island are set aside as a reserve that’s home to two species of giant tortoise. These lush highlands also feature dense forests of Galápagos daisies, orchids and bromeliads. After this visit we’ll transfer directly to the airport in Baltra for your flight to Quito or Guayaquil, to connect to your international flight. To explore more of Ecuador, w...

Explore Santa Cruz II

Beagle Restaurant

The MS Santa Cruz II has a team of trained staff members that utilize locally-sourced organic food to prepare every dish. This ship provides a Le Cordon Bleu (a trained Gastronomy Director) and a wide variety of culinary experiences that encompass all diets and preferences. Each and every meal served onboard is exquisite.

Shore Excursions

Expect the unexpected as you explore the Galápagos Islands by sea and land, with a range of daily excursions, science projects, and talks we will ensure you uncover the magic of these iconic islands.

Our small expedition boats allow us to land on beaches and terrain away from the crowds. Exploring the various islands on foot turns an adventure into an expedition - with hikes amongst the distinct ecosystems for a more intimate experience amongst the truly unique flora and fauna.

Or what could be better than drifting over a colourful reef and seeing marine life illuminated in crystal-clear water? Where the conditions allow, you can take to the water where you could snorkel amongst sea lions or even paddleboard past penguins. With MS Santa Cruz II as your floating base camp, it is the perfect spot to return to for some relaxation and reflection on some of the lifelong memories made in the Galápagos Islands.

Expedition Lounge & Bar with Science Corner and Library on Santa Cruz II

Sky Deck

The Sky deck offers spaces where guests can relax and enjoy their Galápagos expeditions basking in the sun at the very top of the ship. The sun deck and fitness room are located here.

Fitness Room

Our fitness center is equipped with yoga mats, set of weights, 2 treadmills, 2 stationary bikes, and an elliptical trainer for those guests who do not want to let their routine slide.

Deck 5

Observation Deck
Fitness Room

Deck 4

Observation Deck
Panorama Lounge & Bar
Cabins

Deck 3

Hot Tubs
Observation Deck
Science Corner
Discovery Room
Expedition Lounge & Bar
Library
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Deck 2

Reception
Medical Centre
Shop
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Deck 1

Beagle Restaurant
Expedition Launch

FH | Explorer family cabin on Santa Cruz II

FH | Explorer family cabin

With a large window that illuminates the interior and allows you to take in the views as we cruise, these cabins offer an elegant and comfortable space to relax in after a day of active exploring. They feature a single bed, and all have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, as well as a safe and USA two-pin plug sockets.

Large windows
Double bed (optional twin)
Sofa bed, suitable for a child under 12 years of age
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 17.2 m2
Cabin Code: FH

DS | Darwin Suite

Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Santa Cruz II and reserve one of our Darwin Suites. With two large windows, you’ll enjoy superb views in premium comfort. These spacious suites feature double beds that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking, as well as a sofa bed suitable for a child under the age of 12. If more space is needed, these rooms can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin. All have private bathrooms with a shower and toiletries, a safe, and USA two-pin plug sockets. There’s a daily turn-down service, and you’ll also get a welcome gift in the form of a Galápagos wildlife book.

Two large windows
Double bed (optional twin)
Sofa bed, suitable for a child under 12 years of age
Bathrobes and slippers on request
Guests: up to 3 | Size: 30.3 m2
Cabin code: DS