Ecuador Golf and Galapagos

ITINERARY Day 1: Quito

Arrival in Quito. Transfer to the 5* Swisshotel

Day 2: Quito City tour

After breakfast, a full day’s private guided visit of colonial Quito, declared by UNESCO as a world heritage site in 1978. A visit to the Old Town, including the Plaza de la Independencia. The President still conducts business here, so access to the inside may be limited. It is the home of the tomb of Sucre and also houses interesting 17th and 18th century paintings.
A visit to the Parque Alameda that houses the oldest astronomical observatory in South America, as well as an impressive monument of Simon Bolivar. The Plaza de San Francisco was constructed by the Spanish in 1553, and the church has a high altar made of gold and beautifully carved ceilings.
You shall also visit La Compañia, the finest of all Jesuit churches. Damaged through the years by fires and earthquakes, it has since been restored and has a richly sculptured facade and interior.
In the afternoon head over to the Museo Guayasamin and the Capilla del Hombre for a look at some contemporary Ecuadorian art, the Templo Del Hombre, and the famous collected Incan artifacts and jewelry designs by the artist. Return to your hotel.

Day 3: Los Cerros Golf Club

Transfer to Los Cerros Golf Club. Located in Los Chillos valley, in Quito, this beautiful 18 hole golf club combines professional courts with unbelievable landscapes. Surrounded by white peaks, you will experience peace and excitement. Accommodation at the 5* Swisshotel.

Day 4: Los Cerros Golf Club

Second golf session at Los Cerros Golf Club. Return to your hotel.

Day 5: Galapagos

Transfer to airport. Flight to Baltra (Galapagos). Afternoon at leisure. After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to Baltra, Galapagos. Reception and transfer to the 5* Royal Palm Settle in to your Royal Suite and relax in your sea view room. Take in the views, ambience and environment of the Galapagos with the sun, the sea, and salty-fresh island breeze. Free day to explore the small town and enjoy the weather.

Day 6: Galapagos Tour of the Islands

After breakfast, enjoy a full day tour out to Bartolome, North Seymour and Las Bachas, or South Plazas and Punta Carrion. Each day the decision is made on which island is visited according to the permission by the government. This choice is made by evaluating where the other 100 yachts currently are stations, and you will be able to visit the island with the least amount of tourist currently at land. Full day tour of the island, including lunch. In the late afternoon, return to the Royal Palm 5* for an open evening.

Day 7: Kayaking in Galapagos

After breakfast, spend the day kayaking around the islands in shared service. Paddle by playful sea lions; glide above white-tipped sharks; watch Blue-footed boobies plummet into the sea. Undoubtedly, one of the most intimate ways to experience the Galapagos Islands is by kayak. No motors, no crowds; just you, the kayak and the sound of your paddle as it strokes the sea. Slip a kayak into the water, and explore the hidden inlets and mangrove bays of Isla Santa Cruz.

Day 8: Flight to Guayaquil.

Arrive to Guayaquil and transfer to the 5* Hilton Colon Hotel. Free afternoon.

Day 9: Golf in Guayaquil

Transfer to Guayaquil Country Club. Guayaquil Country club has an 18 hole court, considered one of the best golf clubs in Ecuador and South America. Due to its impeccable conditions, it is home for some of the most important Latin American golfing competitions. Enjoy a game with a selected crew of caddies and one of the best terrains in the country.

Day 10: Guayaquil

A last golf session at Guayaquil Country Club. After this great golf experience, transfer to airport. Flight home.

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