Charting the Galapagos Islands

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This will be my 4th tour with EF.  As always, I am super excited about leading this trip. Please email me if you are interested in joining us on this amazing adventure. It is never too early to sign up. Monthly Payment Plans are available.  The earlier that you book, the cheaper the monthly rates are. Email me at: travis@classroomworldwide.org
Tour Name: Charting the Galápagos Islands
Tour Provider: Educational Tours
Departure Date: Thursday, Jun 15, 2017
Return Date: Monday, Jun 26, 2017
Number of Days: 12
Departure City: Raleigh

Tour description:
Your perspective on the world evolves when you walk in Darwin's footsteps on this fascinating archipelago. On Isabela, Santa Cruz and San Cristobal islands, observe the giant tortoises, finches and mockingbirds that helped solidify Darwin's theory of evolution. On mainland Ecuador, the discoveries are more culturally oriented at Quito's Independence Plaza, the Intian Museum and Otavalo.
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Itinerary
  • Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
  • Day 2: Quito
  • Day 3: Baltra • Isabela Island
  • Day 4: Isabela Island
  • Day 5: Santa Cruz Island
  • Day 6: San Cristobal Island
  • Day 7: San Cristobal Island • Quito
  • Day 8: Otavalo
  • Day 9: Riobamba
  • Day 10: Riobamba • Guamote
  • Day 11: Riobamba • Guamote • Quito
  • Day 12: Depart for home

Everything included in this EF tour:
  • Round-trip flights on major carriers
  • Comfortable motorcoach • Internal flights • Boat
  • 10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms 
  • Breakfast and dinner daily in Quito
  • 3 meals daily on the Galápagos Islands
  • Full-time Tour Director
  • 2 sightseeing tours led by your tour director
  • Entrances: Santo Domingo Church • Intinan Museum • Charles Darwin Research Station
  • Please note that a passport list is needed for the internal flights. Please contact your Tour Consultant for further information.

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EF's guaranteed lowest price includes:
  • On-tour transportation: We take care of all the travel details so teachers, chaperones and students can enjoy the tour to the fullest. That means we take care of flights, buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries, and subways.
  • Accommodations: Ok, everyone might be too excited to sleep. But for those who are ready for a good night’s rest, we ensure safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms.
  • Meals: Regional-style breakfasts and dinners are part of the tour experience. We leave lunches up to you so everyone has the chance to explore their own tastes. Please refer to your itinerary for specific meal details.
  • Full-time Tour Director: We have the best Tour Directors in the business. These trusted, friendly individuals are with the group 24/7 to handle all on-tour logistics and to provide cultural insights everywhere the group goes.
  • Sightseeing tours led by expert local guides: Your group will get the in-depth version of the world’s greatest attractions. The group will be joined by licensed, local guides on tours of anything from the Vatican City to Versailles.
  • Entrances into the world’s greatest attractions: Students, alongside their teachers, will step inside the world’s most inspiring places. With EF, those entrance fees are included.
  • Worldwide support, safety and security: We have over 400 schools and offices in more than 50 countries, which means if something happens, we can react quickly and in person.
  • Accreditation: We're fully accredited, just like your school. Students and teachers can earn credit by taking an EF tour and completing required coursework.
Total for Students  (under 20) $4,090 or $267 per month

Total for Adults  $4,545 or $297 per month

Quote created on 2/2/16 - Price and monthly payments subject to change.
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