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The Golden Triangle: Best Places to Visit in Ecuador
Ecuador’s Golden Triangle
All the stunning destinations Ecuador offers in one amazing deal!
This package gives you the most complete Ecuadorian experience. This tour starts in Quito’s historic center, then takes you to enjoy some thrilling adventures in the cloud forest, and finally to the incredible Galapagos islands! Each stop along your journey offers the highest quality service and attention in one-of-a-kind destinations with luxury accommodations and knowledgeable staff.
Tour Highlights
- Luxury accommodations in every destination
- Relais & Châteaux experience (Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel)
- Native and endemic fauna from our Galapagos Big15 list of iconic species
- Fine cuisine in the heart of Quito’s Historic Center
- Guided rainforest exploration and Dragonfly cable ride experience
- Exciting day tours and activities in the Galapagos National Park
Itinerary in detail
9-Day / 8-Night Program
9-Day / 8-Night Program
Starting at
$4627*
per person
Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
Rates based on double occupancy
- For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts
- Taxes not included
- Price validity for 2024: January 01 through December 31, 2024
9-Day / 8-Night Program
Starting at
$4696*
per person
Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
Rates based on double occupancy
- For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts
- Taxes not included
- Price validity for 2025: January 01 through December 31, 2025
Day 1
- Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
- Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity in Casa Gangotena
- 4-course Mestizo Menu dinner for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
Day 2
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
- Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
- Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
Day 3
- Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
- Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Afternoon activity in the Mashpi Reserve
- Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
- Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!
Day 4
- Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
- Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
- 8-course meal for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 5
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
- Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
- Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
- Ceviche cooking class for two
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 6
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Day Tour aboard our private Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos National Park (Hot lunch onboard)
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!
Day 7
- Buffet at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Guided kayak visit to Divine Bay*
- Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
*Kayak use will depend on the tide and weather conditions.
Day 8
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island
- Flight to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
- Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 9
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer* to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Itinerary in detail
11-Day / 10-Night Program
11-Day / 10-Night Program
Starting at
$6094*
per person
Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
- Rates based on double occupancy
- For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts
- Taxes not included
- Price validity for 2024: January 01 through December 31, 2024.
11-Day / 10-Night Program
Starting at
$6181*
per person
Accommodations include a Luxury Room at Casa Gangotena, a Wayra Room at Mashpi Lodge, and a Finch Bay Room at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
- Rates based on double occupancy
- For upgrade options or a solo traveler quote, please contact our Destination Experts
- Taxes not included
- Price validity for 2025: January 01 through December 31, 2025.
Day 1
- Arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
- Shared transfer* service to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity in Casa Gangotena
- 4-course Mestizo Menu dinner for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
Day 2
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer* to Mashpi Lodge
- Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided exploration activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
- Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
Day 3
- Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
- Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Afternoon activity in the Mashpi Reserve
- Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
- Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!
Day 4
- Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
- Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Set menu lunch at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Afternoon activity in the Mashpi Reserve
- Guided nighttime walk in the Mashpi Reserve
- Set menu dinner at Mashpi’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Mashpi’s Spa!
Day 5
- Early morning bird-watching activity on Mashpi’s outdoor terrace
- Breakfast at Mashpi’s Restaurant
- Guided activity in the Chocó Rainforest
- Shared transfer* from Mashpi Lodge to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
- 8-course meal for two at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 6
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
- Arrive at Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, Galapagos
- Shared transfer* to the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
- Ceviche cooking class for two
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 7
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Day Tour aboard our private Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos National Park (Hot lunch onboard)
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!
Day 8
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Guided kayak visit to Divine Bay*
- Set menu lunch at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
*Kayak use will depend on the tide and weather conditions.
Day 9
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Day Tour aboard our private Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos National Park (Hot lunch onboard)
- Set menu dinner at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
Wondering what to do with your time at leisure? Why don’t you take a look at Finch Bay’s Spa!
Day 10
- Breakfast at Finch Bay’s Restaurant
- Flight to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito
- Shared transfer* to Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel
- Early evening activity at Casa Gangotena
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Day 11
- Breakfast at Casa Gangotena’s Restaurant
- Shared transfer* to Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport
*If you wish to hire a private transfer service from the airport, please contact our Destination Experts.
Available Day Tours aboard The Sea Lion Yacht in Galapagos
North Seymour Island and Las Bachas Beach
North Seymour is teeming with life! Cliffs that are only a few meters high form the shoreline and serve as the spot where swallow-tailed gulls sit among the ledges and rocks accompanied by playful sea lions. A tiny forest of silver-grey Palo Santo trees stands just above the landing, usually without leaves, waiting for the rains to burst into bloom.
Available on: Mondays (Las Bachas/North Seymour) and Sundays (North Seymour/Las Bachas)
Bartolome Island
Bartolome is famous for Pinnacle Rock, a towering and spearheaded obelisk that rises from the ocean’s edge and is the best-known landmark in the islands. Galapagos penguins — the only species of penguin found north of the equator — walk precariously along narrow volcanic ledges at its base. Sea lions snooze on rocky platforms, ready to slide into the water to play with passing snorkelers.
Available on: Tuesdays and Saturdays
South Plaza Island
South Plaza is a small island full of fascinating wildlife, both along its shore and along its dramatic, wind-swept cliffs: sea lions, land iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, Opuntia cacti and vegetation that changes colors according to the season. South Plaza is one of Galapagos’ most impressive visiting sites.
Available on: Wednesdays and Fridays
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Ecuador and domestic airfare to/from the Galapagos Islands.
- Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee ($200 USD per person) and INGALA Transit Control Card ($20 USD per person). Both are subject to change without prior notice.
- Optional activities (at extra cost): scuba diving, biking, and paddleboarding.
- Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages, tips, spa treatments, boutique purchases, meals not described in the program, and any items not previously mentioned.
- 10% tax for services.
- Fuel Surcharge*
*ETICA Empresa Turistica Internacional C.A. reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement without prior notice should the closing price of West Texas Intermediate Fuel increase above $70 per barrel on the NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange Index). In the event a fuel supplement is charged, ETICA Empresa Turistica Internacional C.A. will have sole discretion to apply the supplementary charge to both existing and new bookings, regardless of whether such bookings have been paid in full. Such supplementary charges are not included in the yacht fare. The fuel supplement charge will not exceed $10.00 per passenger per day.
Contact us
Sandy Lara
Destination Expert
María Emilia de los Reyes
Destination Expert
Rosa Mena
Destination Expert
Rosa has been so helpful planning my trip and her extensive knowledge of the islands is very much appreciated! I will definitely recommend Metropolitan Touring to everyone!