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    • Save up to $9,800* per couple when you cruise on Europe's storied rivers

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    • Solo travellers can save up to $9,322* on select river cruises in 2024, 2025 and 2026

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The Galapagos Islands

Untamed Paradise

Consisting of 13 large and hundreds of small islands in the Pacific Ocean off the western coast of South America, the pristine Galápagos Islands, a region of Ecuador, are home to some of the world’s most fascinating animal life.

From Quito, Ecuador, fly to the Galápagos Islands, then board the Treasure of Galápagos, a luxury, mega-catamaran chartered for Avalon guests. Cruise from island to island, encountering species found nowhere else in the world, like giant tortoises, penguins, sea lions, iguanas, and a whole host of diverse bird species. As you explore these remarkable volcanic isles firsthand, you’ll discover the wildlife that inspired Charles Darwin.

Blue-footed Boobies, Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Islands wildlife
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Galápagos Islands Highlights

SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND

A remote, but beautiful, member of the archipelago, San Cristobal was the first stop for Darwin's Beagle expedition. An array of wildlife inhabit the island, including sea lions, blue-footed boobies, frigates, and finches.

Galápagos Islands Highlights

FERNANDINA ISLAND

The youngest island is also one of the most pristine, boasting the highest density of marine iguanas, sharing their island habitat with sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and hawks.

Galápagos Islands Highlights

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Santa Cruz is home to lush green highlands, lava tunnels, and the Scalesia forest, as well as the centre of human activity on the island – the Charles Darwin Research Station and the national park headquarters.

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From The Inca Empire To The Peruvian Amazon With Ecuador & Its Galapagos Islands
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From The Inca Empire To The Peruvian Amazon With Ecuador & Its Galapagos Islands
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Discover The Galapagos & Peru
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Discover The Galapagos & Peru
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Ecuador & Its Galapagos Islands
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Save up to $9,800 per couple on your Europe river cruise!*