Name: Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise Nine of the Best Isles (Western and Northern Route)
Brand: HX Expeditions
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Itinerary
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Day 1 - Quito

Arrive: Tue 12 May 2026

Quito, Ecuador's capital, sits high in the Andean foothills at an altitude of 2,850m. Constructed on the foundations of an ancient Incan city, it’s known for its well-preserved colonial center, rich with 16th- and 17th-century churches and other structures blending European, Moorish and indigenous styles. These include the cathedral, in the Plaza Grande square, and ultra-ornate Compañia de Jesús Jesuit church.

Day 2 - Quito

Depart: Wed 13 May 2026

Day 3 - Baltra, Galapagos Islands

Arrive: Thu 14 May 2026 / Depart: Thu 14 May 2026

Baltra Island, or Isla Baltra, is a small island of the Galápagos Islands. Also known as South Seymour, Baltra is a small flat island located near the center of the Galápagos. It was created by geological uplift. The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes, prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees.

Day 4 - Fernandina

Arrive: Fri 15 May 2026 / Depart: Fri 15 May 2026

Fernandina Island is the third largest, and youngest, island of the Galápagos Islands, as well as the furthest west. Like the others, the island was formed by the Galápagos hotspot. The island is an active shield volcano that has most recently been erupting since April 11, 2009

Day 5 - Santa Cruz, Galapagosinseln

Arrive: Sat 16 May 2026 / Depart: Sat 16 May 2026

Santa Cruz Island is the largest of the Channel Islands, off the coast of Southern California. Its many sea caves include the vast Painted Cave, on the northwestern side. The island has many trails, including around Scorpion Canyon, with opportunities to see the island scrub jays. Scorpion Beach features kelp forests. Smugglers Cove has tide pools. Cavern Point offers Pacific Ocean views and seasonal whale sightings.

Day 6 - Floreana

Arrive: Sun 17 May 2026 / Depart: Sun 17 May 2026

Day 7 - Baltra, Galapagos Islands

Arrive: Mon 18 May 2026 / Depart: Mon 18 May 2026

Day 8 - Santiago

Arrive: Tue 19 May 2026 / Depart: Tue 19 May 2026

Day 9 - Rabida Insel, Galapagos-Inseln

Arrive: Wed 20 May 2026 / Depart: Wed 20 May 2026

Day 10 - Genovesa Island

Arrive: Thu 21 May 2026 / Depart: Thu 21 May 2026

Day 11 - Baltra, Galapagos Islands

Arrive: Fri 22 May 2026 / Depart: Fri 22 May 2026

MS Santa Cruz II From HX Expeditions

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 Gala?pagos, 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.

Ship Cabins

Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant relaxation areas after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located as on the Panorama deck.

Explorer Cabin

Explorer Family Cabin

Voyager Single Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer single bed, and plenty of space for solo travelers. There are 2 Voyager cabins located on the Horizon deck.

Darwin Suite

Our three Darwin suites on the Panorama deck, featuring double picture windows, will provide superb comfort and deluxe amenities for more discerning guests. Available in twin or double bed and if more space is desired, they can be interconnected with an Explorer cabin.