15 Night All-Inclusive Galapagos & Machu Picchu Vacation – September 2017 (10 night Galapagos only tour available also)

8 – 23 September 2017

Join Wine Diva Deb on an adventure of a life time exploring both the Galapagos Islands and Machu Pichu. It begins with a 2-night pre-cruise tour of Ecuador’s mountaintop capital of Quito. Then, it’s on to your 7-night cruise of the world-famous Galapagos Islands, where you’ll see plant and wildlife that exists only there.
And when your cruise comes to an end, you’ll spend 6-nights in Peru, where you’ll visit its capital, Lima, the area known as The Sacred Valley, Cuzco, and one of the most mysterious, awe-inspiring places on Earth—the city in the clouds—Machu Pichu.

Itinerary

Itinerary Details

Ship Details

The Celebrity Xpedition^® offers the perfect combination of explorer’s voyage and cosmopolitan bliss. The cruise ship is in a class by herself, designed not just for travel, but for exploration of the Galapagos Islands, one of the world’s last pristine environments. Outfitted with a wealth of luxuries that cater to her 96 guests, just as her environmentally sound design helps preserve this immaculate archipelago.

Ship Facts

Port Details

Baltra (Galapagos)

During World War II, Baltra served as a U.S. military base protecting the Panama Canal from enemy attack. Now the cactus-strewn landscapes of Baltra are home to the region’s main airport and where you will meet the ship. After just a short bus and zodiac ride you will be aboard. Your luggage will be delivered straight to your stateroom, giving you the opportunity to explore the Celebrity Xpedition, a 296-foot mega-yacht and your home for the week.

Daphne Island (Galapagos)

The cliff shore of the island is home for sea lions, pelicans, blue footed boobies and tropic bird. In addition, large schools of fish can be observed from the zodiac rides.

Puerto Egas (Galapagos)

With its sandy beach and black rock, blue-water grottos this stop offers a taste of Galapagos geology, some great snorkeling, and an opportunity to see shore birds and Galapagos fur seals. Excursion options include a long walk along the shore to the grottos to see fur seals, followed by optional swimming and snorkeling or a shorter coastal walk, and optional swimming and snorkeling.

Rabida Island (Galapagos)

A small island south of Santiago, Rabida is best known for its red sand and eroded volcanic landscape. A nesting colony of pelicans makes its home here, along with sea lions and some seabirds. Excursion options include a zodiac ride and short walk, swimming and snorkeling from the beach, and a deepwater snorkel for more experienced snorkelers.

Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)

Isabela Island, the largest island in the Galapagos Archipelago, is composed of five volcanoes, with the latest eruption in October 2005. The cold, nutrient-rich waters of Elizabeth Bay and the small Mariela Islands provide the perfect home for the Galapagos penguin. This Morning, you may opt for a scenic Zodiac ride to view the Mariela Islands and Galapagos penguins. Then back on board the ship, we’ll spend some time cruising along the scenic Isabela and Fernandina islands to search for whales and dolphins.

Tagus Cove (Isla Isabela)

Historically an anchorage for pirates and whalers, this site offers a breathtaking view of Isabela, its volcanoes, and a saltwater lagoon. Along the shore seabirds, penguins, sea lions, sea turtles and nesting flightless cormorants can often be found. Excursion options include a scenic zodiac ride for wildlife viewing, a long, faster-paced walk, and optional snorkeling.

Sullivan Bay (Santiago)

During a volcanic eruption in the early 1900’s, this area of Santiago was covered with flowing lava. Today, the hardened fields of black rock create a geologic wonderland. We will take advantage of the cool of the early morning for a walk at this amazing site.

Bartolome

Bartolome island hosts one of the region’s most often photographed views and a spectacular geologic setting. Its barren moon-like volcanic landscapes, spatter cones, and pinnacle rock make for a unique stop. It is also home to the endemic Galapagos penguin and provides an excellent opportunity for snorkeling. Excursion options include a hike up some 360 stairs “To the Top” of the volcano, a zodiac ride, and an optional beach swim or snorkel.

Las Bachas (Isla Santa Cruz)

This is one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in all of the Galapagos, and behind it are two small ponds that often have flamingos feeding in the shallows. It is also one of the largest nesting areas for the Pacific green sea turtle. Excursion options include a short beach walk to look for flamingos, followed by an optional opportunity to swim, snorkel, or just relax on the shore. It is also possible to simply go to the beach to swim, snorkel, and relax.

North Seymour Island

North Seymour is a small island just north of Baltra. It is home to the largest colony of frigate birds in the Galapagos. While keeping an eye out for male frigates trying to impress potential mates with an inflated red neck pouch, you may also see blue-footed boobies dancing in a timeless courtship ritual. Sea lions and large land iguanas also roam about this rocky terrain. Excursion options include a guided long, rocky walk, zodiac ride and short easy walk, or simply just a scenic zodiac tour along the coast to view wildlife and the geology of the area. Experienced snorkelers will also have an option to do a deepwater snorkel at this site.

Puerto Baquerizo (Isla San Cristobal)

Here we have the opportunity to visit the small waterfront town of Puerto Baquerizo, the administrative capital of the islands. Excursion options include a tour of a local interpretation center and time for shopping or a fast-paced long walk to view scenic vistas, followed by a visit to the interpretation center.

Cerro Brujo (Isla San Cristobal)

White sand juxtaposed with black volcanic rocks makes this beach another of the Galapagos’s most spectacular. Along the shore are seabirds and sea lions. Excursion options include a Zodiac ride and beach walk with optional swimming. Afterwards, just in time for a sunset cocktail, the ship will navigate the steep, richly colored walls of Kicker Rock, the spectacular remnants of a satellite volcanic cone.

Kicker Rock (Isla San Cristobal)

Off the northwest coast of San Cristobal lies Kicker Rock, where thousands of years ago a volcanic eruption left behind enormous vertical rock faces that rise nearly 500 feet from the ocean. There are actually two volcanic rocks here, with a channel between where small boats can navigate. Nicknamed Sleeping Lion because of its shape, Kicker Rock is an important ecological monument as it’s home to many species of nesting birds including frigates and blue-footed boobies. It’s also magnificent for snorkeling as tropical fish are abundant and the water is crystal clear.

Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz)

This is the main population center of the islands and home to the National Park Service tortoise breeding center and the Charles Darwin Research Station. You will be able to visit the tortoise-breeding center and hopefully say hello to one of the island’s most famous residents, Lonesome George, and walk through the Charles Darwin Station. You will also have the opportunity to take a bus ride to the Highlands to observe giant tortoises in the wild and walk through a lava tunnel. There will also be free time available for shopping.

Inclusions

Your Galapagos Islands cruise onboard Celebrity Xpedition includes nearly everything you need to relax and enjoy one of the world’s most pristine environments.

• Two night pre-stay in Quito including hotels, tour and exclusive round trip air to from Quito to Baltra Galapagos
• 7-night Celebrity Xpedition cruise in the Galapagos Islands
• Airfare from Quito to Lima
• Round trip airfare Lima/Cusco/Lima
• Hotel accommodations and transfers
• Meals (with gourmet approach)
• Fully guided tours including Tour Conductors and Guides, on board briefings and lectures led by our expert naturalists
• Gratuities
• All beverages, including bottled water, wine, beer and spirits, as well as coffee and tea service, including espresso and cappuccino.
• All shore excursions, with choices of activity levels and locations.
• Park entrance fees and Galapagos Tourist Card fees.
• All snorkeling equipment, including masks, snorkels, fins, wet-suits and snorkeling vests.

Additional items and services available for purchase onboard

• Massage services.
• Scuba diving (where available).
• Internet access.
• Select high-end liquors, apéritifs and wines.
• Laundry services.

Pricing Details* (per person US$)

*Some Airfares included in prices listed (check itinerary for details)

Suites available

XD Deluxe Stateroom –  $11,469 – Sold Out
XP Premium Deluxe –  $12,069
XPedition Suite –  $12,669 – Sold Out

Pricing Details* (per person US$)  10 day Galapagos Tour ONLY

XD Deluxe Stateroom –  $6,069 – Sold Out
XP Premium Deluxe –  $6,669
XPedition Suite –  $8,069 – Sold Out

To Reserve your space

Send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com or call Wine Diva Deb on 206-617-6160.

A deposit of $1,100/cabin or $2,220/Suite is required.

All reservations based on double occupancy.  Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.

Celebrity Cruises reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement on all guests if the price of West Texas Intermediate fuel exceeds US$65 per barrel.