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- Return Flights
- Overseas Transfers
- Two nights in Lima
- Two nights in Cusco
- Two nights in Quito
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel, and the hotel to the airport, in Quito before the expedition cruise
- Transfers between the airport and the ship in Baltra
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
- House wine and beer served with lunch and dinner. From 1 October 2024 departures, wine, beer and spirits (excluding premium alcoholic drinks) available from the bar at any time (subject to Ecuadorean licensing laws)
- All day coffee, tea and soft drinks
- A complimentary water bottle to refill on board and take home
- A backpack or another piece of HX kit
- Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer
- Complimentary Wi-Fi. Please note, streaming is not supported
- Use of hot tubs, fitness room, lounges and more
- Gratuities included. Fantastic service is standard at HX – though if you’d like to leave something extra, it’s always appreciated
- Range of included activities
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In Darwin’s Footsteps | plus Machu Picchu (Eastern Route)
MS Santa Cruz II
6th Sep 25
12 Nights
1-2
Lima,
Fly from your selected UK airport and stay in Lima for one night
3-4
Incas
In the morning, you’ll take a flight to Cusco, the ancient seat of the Inca Empire. A local guide will take you to check in at your hotel, before inviting you on a guided tour of this enigmatic city.
5-7
Quito
Check out of your hotel and fly to Baltra Island where you will board MS Santa Cruz II for your 5 night cruise
8
San Cristóbal's
9
Santa Fe > South Plaza
10
Santa Cruz
11
Española
12
Eden Islet
13
Baltra Island
Why Book
MS Santa Cruz II
Overview
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. With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community. Premium Expedition Comfort, 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.
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
The social areas located across the MS Santa Cruz II allow travellers to converse about their passion for travel. There are multiple decks, including the Ocean, Horizon, Panorama, Expedition, and Sky Decks. Each space offers guests a comfortable seating area and an immaculate view of the nearby islands. Every social space is exquisite.
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. Our fitness center is equipped with yoga mats, set of weights, 2 treadmills, 2 stationary bikes, and an elliptical trainer for those guests who do not want to let their routine slide. For a nice relaxing time our two hot tubs with capacity for 5 guests each. Located on the Expedition deck are ideal.
Kids & Teens
All guests must be 18 years old on or before the day they are scheduled to embark on their cruise; we do not maintain facilities or services on board for younger individuals.
No Hurtigruten Expedition ships feature children’s playrooms.
Terms & Conditions
T&Cs apply
In Darwin’s Footsteps | plus Machu Picchu (Eastern Route)
£9,230
From PP
MS Santa Cruz II
6th Sep 25
12 Nights
£9,230
From PP
