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Nine of the Best Isles

HX Expeditions MS Santa Cruz II - HX
Date 13th Aug 26
Nights 15 Nights
No local tax due
Day 1
UK to Peru
Day 2
Discover the city of Lima
Day 3
Cusco to the Sacred Valley
Day 4
Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley
Day 5
Sacred Valley to Cusco
Day 6
Quito – city of eternal spring
Day 7
Visit historic Quito
Day 8
Baltra Island (Embark)
Day 9
Wildlife-rich Isabela and Fernandina
Day 10
Darwin’s Santa Cruz
Day 11
Picturesque Floreana
Day 12
Relax in Baltra
Day 13
Pristine Santiago Island
Day 14
Stunning Rábida & Bartolomé
Day 15
Genovesa, a bird paradise
Day 16
Santa Cruz Island to Baltra to UK
Why Book
Why Book
HX Expedition MS Santa Cruz II Cabin Options:

  • Explorer cabin from £11,592pp
  • Darwin Suite from £13,711pp
  • Solo from £15,321pp
  • No local tax due

Galápagos Islands Cruise Highlights:

  • Return flights and overseas transfers 
  • 2 night Hotel Stay in Lima with Lima city tour 
  • 2 night Hotel Stay in Sacred Valley with Machu Picchu tour 
  • 1 night Hotel Stay in Cusco with Andean Community and Cusco walking tour 
  • 2 night Hotel Stay in Quito with Quito Old Town Guided Tour 
  • 8 night All Inclusive cruise onboard MS Santa Cruz II 
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner included 
  • Coffee, tea, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks all day
  • Gratuities included 
  • Expedition gear and water bottle 
  • Daily expeditions and activities 
  • Onboard photographer
 


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Background
MS Santa Cruz II - HX
Overview

When you are exploring the Galápagos islands with us onboard the MS Santa Cruz II, you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in high quality surroundings. The small size - with a guest capacity of maximum of 90 allows for a cozy yet classy environment. You'll easily feel at home on board.

With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community.

This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your cruise from start to finish. Enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, increase your knowledge of the Galápagos Islands with your fellow travellers in the Science Center or maybe mingle out on the multiple decks.

While exploring the Galápagos, you'll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin's footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. MS Santa Cruz II's amenities easily appeal to all world explorers.

Welcome aboard

An HX Expeditions trip includes everything from daily excursions and activities to our onboard Science Centre, meals, gratuities, drinks* and more. All designed to give you the expedition experience of a lifetime.

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Food & Drink

Mouthwatering meals and creative cocktails await you aboard MS Santa Cruz II. With creativity and dedication, our cheerful staff draw inspiration from everything from the weather to the region’s flavours and local ingredients.

Entertainment

Your ship gives you everything you could wish for in a home away from home: places for stimulation, relaxation, and meetings with your fellow guests. With a Scandinavian-inspired décor and all modern conveniences, MS Santa Cruz II does it in comfort and style.

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Health & Fitness

Whenever you feel the need to get your body moving, exercise facilities are on hand to get your pulse up. And whether you’re relaxing after a day of fascinating lectures, or a long hike, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to relax your body and mind.

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Nine of the Best Isles
MS Santa Cruz II - HX
13th Aug 26
15 Nights
From
£11,592PP
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