CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA | Quito, Galápagos Islands
Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise
Unleash your adventurous spirit as you travel on a unique expedition cruise, where you'll explore the diverse islands and ecosystems of the Galápagos Archipelago. Experience the pristine beauty of this equatorial region where you may get up close with the many endemic species, including marine iguanas, Giant Land Tortoises, sea lions, blue-footed boobies and many more. Choose from 4 different routes, each offers amazing adventure as only Adventures by Disney can provide.
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- What steps is Adventures by Disney taking regarding health and safety?
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We've been working to develop health and safety measures after considering guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as local and international health authorities. Learn more.
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Please check the Centers for Disease Control website for requirements on vaccinations for travel to this destination.
End of content - How do I book my Adventures by Disney vacation?
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To book your vacation, please call our Reservation Center at (800) 543-0865 and speak with a Vacationista or contact your Travel Agent.
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If you are outside the U.S., please call (866) 983-7872 and speak with a Vacationista or contact your Travel Agent. - When will I receive my Digital Adventure Handbook?
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You should receive your Digital Adventure Handbook approximately 90 days prior to your departure.
End of content - What airport do I fly into and out of?
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ARRIVAL: You will fly into Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) on your arrival day.
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DEPARTURE: On the final day of the adventure, you will fly out of the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). You may depart anytime after 8:00 PM on the departure day. Guests that choose a post night stay will be transferred to the Wyndham Quito Airport for their stay. - Are transfers included if I arrive or depart from different locations or at different times from the itinerary?
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No. Transfers are only included from the specified arrival/departure airports and hotels. For Ecuador, transfers are included from the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to the Wyndham Quito Airport on your arrival day. On your departure day, transfers are included to the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO).
End of content - Can I extend my vacation beyond the Adventures by Disney itinerary?
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Yes, you may stay in Ecuador before or after our itinerary. Extended stays are available at special rates if booked through Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc. in conjunction with an expedition cruise package and cannot be combined with any other offer. Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† for further information.
End of content - How will our group travel between destinations?
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On this adventure, your group will travel by motor coach, airplane, panga and ship.
End of content - How strenuous are the activities?
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This is a very active journey that includes transitioning to and from small watercraft and walking on uneven surfaces. Activities include swimming, snorkeling, biking, sea kayaking and hiking. Many of the activities are outdoors in the prevailing conditions, which may include insects and weather with intense sun, rain, heat and humidity. The full range of activities requires a moderate amount of stamina in order to get the most out of your vacation.
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For the safety of parent and child, and depending on various circumstances, passengers who are at an advanced stage of pregnancy (after 5 months) will not be allowed to board the ship. The ship does not have facilities for giving birth on board. Please inform us immediately if you will be at such an advanced stage of pregnancy at any time during sailing. Adventures by Disney cannot be held responsible or liable for any complications relating to pregnancy at any stage.
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Due to restrictions with the Galápagos Islands, children must be at least 7 years old at the time of travel on our Galápagos Expedition Cruise. The minimum recommended age is 8 years old. This is based on several factors, such as flight time and jet lag, time zone differences in the destination, duration of the vacation, high altitude in Quito, extended hours of daily activity programming, number of internal transports between experiences, potential for extreme temperatures, and amount of physical activity (e.g., snorkeling, walking on uneven surfaces, up and down stairs). Because each child is different, call a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss whether this is the right trip for your kids.
End of content - What types of meals are served on this Adventures by Disney Trip?
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Typically, breakfast is served family style. Most lunches and dinners offer a limited-choice menu. Dinners and lunches usually including fish, meat, chicken and pasta or rice entrées; soup and vegetables; and desserts and fruit—along with a chance to try Ecuadorian specialties. While the menus have been planned to give you a taste of typical Ecuadorian cuisine, they are always balanced with limited American fare. Given the nature of group travel, we regret that á la carte menu choices are not available. Child-friendly choices are available at all meals. Menu items are subject to change due to the availability and seasonality of foods. If you have any questions or concerns about dining at any time during your vacation, your Adventure Guides will be happy to assist you.
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Alcoholic beverages are typically not included with your scheduled meals. However, you may purchase them at your own expense.
End of content - Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
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Adventures by Disney will make a reasonable effort to accommodate some special dietary needs at no additional charge. Unfortunately, we may not be able to accommodate all special dietary needs requested. Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865 in advance of your departure to advise us of your needs.
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Please note that this vacation includes activities that present certain challenges to Guests with special needs. Access to the Galápagos Legend ship is by steep stairs. Guests must be able to individually ascend and descend steep stairs in order to participate in this trip. Guests also have to go on a motorized panga to reach the ship. Neither Adventures by Disney nor its suppliers may physically lift or assist Guests onto transportation vehicles. It is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of and solely responsible for providing assistance. Contact your Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss your needs. Mainland Ecuador has very limited accessibility; the Galápagos Islands, including the vessels that we will be traveling on, are not wheelchair accessible.
End of content - What if Adventures by Disney cancels the adventure prior to departure?
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We reserve the right to cancel a trip at any time prior to its commencement for any reason, such as if there are too few Guests, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of the Guests would, in our opinion, be compromised, such as may result from unforeseen circumstances (acts of God) or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control. If we cancel your trip prior to its commencement because there are too few Guests: (i) we will attempt to re-book you on another departure of the same itinerary, subject to availability, and we will bear any reasonable airline re-booking charges; however, if we are unable to rebook you, we will issue a full refund of your Expedition Cruise package price and Plan (unless you have filed a claim); and (ii) if you booked airfare through us, we will issue a full refund of your airfare; and (iii) if you did not book airfare through us, we will reimburse you for your reasonable out-of-pocket (subject to proof) airline cancellation charges or, in the case of bookings using frequent flier miles, a reasonable cancellation service fee, provided you have exercised best efforts to mitigate such charges/fees; and (iv) the aforesaid payments and/or rebooking by us shall constitute a full settlement. The immediately preceding sentence does not apply to any cancellation (or deemed cancellation under the agreement between the group travel organizer and us) of a group travel reservation by the organizer of the group travel experience, for whatever reason, and in the event of such cancellation you will not be entitled to any refund or reimbursement from us of any amounts.
End of content - Is trip cancellation insurance available?
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Yes, Adventures by Disney’s third-party vendor, USI Travel Insurance Services, provides travel insurance for this adventure. Please call USI at (855) 874-0935 for more information.
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