--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 37319ea1-7eb8-4b5c-9f92-945de08e5a9d slug: 2234305 voyage_code: GPS-GPS-0-SCGAL2627EMAC cruise_line: HX Expeditions ship: MS Santa Cruz II departure_date: return_date: nights: 13 embarkation_port: Lima, Peru disembarkation_port: Guayaquil, Ecuador starting_price_usd: 10993.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T00:28:39Z --- # Galápagos Islands – In Darwin’s Footsteps Plus Machu Picchu > HX Expeditions · MS Santa Cruz II · May 15 – 28   (13 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | HX Expeditions | | **Ship** | MS Santa Cruz II | | **Duration** | 13 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Lima, Peru | | **Disembarkation Port** | Guayaquil, Ecuador | | **Starting Price** | 10,993 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | GPS-GPS-0-SCGAL2627EMAC | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Lima, Peru **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Callao is a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao Region, which is also coterminous with the Province of Callao ### Day 2: Lima, Peru **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Callao is a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao Region, which is also coterminous with the Province of Callao ### Day 3: Cusco **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework. ### Day 4: Machu Picchu **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it’s renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of mortar, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery. ### Day 5: Cusco **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of Inca stonework. ### Day 6: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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 7: Quito **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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 8: Galapágos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution. ### Day 9: San Cristobal Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM San Cristóbal Island and named previously by the English as Chatham Island, is the easternmost island in the Galápagos archipelago, as well as one of the oldest geologically. It is administratively part of San Cristóbal Canton, Ecuador. ### Day 10: Santa Fe Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Santa Fe Island, also called Barrington Island after admiral Samuel Barrington, is a small island of 24 square kilometres which lies in the centre of the Galápagos archipelago, to the south-east of Santa Cruz Island. Visitor access is by a wet landing in Barrington Bay on the north-eastern side of the island. ### Day 11: Santa Cruz Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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 12: Galapágos Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his theory of evolution. ### Day 13: Eden Islet **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Guayaquil, Ecuador **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the city. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $10,993 | | Suite | $13,172 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Explorer Family Cabin** (Code: FH) 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 2 Explorer family cabins located on the Horizon deck. Cabins are equipped with twin beds a... **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EP) 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. **Voyager Single Cabin** (Code: VH) 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. **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EH) 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 23 Explorer cabins located as on the Horizon deck. **Explorer Cabin** (Code: EE) 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 17 Explorer cabins located as on the Expedition deck. ### Suite Cabins **Darwin Suite** (Code: DS) 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. ## Ship Information ### MS Santa Cruz II 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. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 90 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 2,664.0 | | Length | 232.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Lima, Peru *Coordinates: -12.0464, -77.0428* Callao is a seaside city on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao Region, which is also coterminous with the Province of Callao ### Cusco *Coordinates: -13.5438, -71.885* Cusco, a city in the Peruvian Andes, was once capital of the Inca Empire, and is now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Plaza de Armas is the central square in the old city, with arcades, carved wooden balconies and Incan wall ruins. The baroque Santo Domingo Convent was built on top of the Incan Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha), and has archaeological remains of... ### Machu Picchu *Coordinates: -13.1636, -72.5459* Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, above the Urubamba River valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it’s renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls that fuse huge blocks without the use of mortar, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views. Its exact former use remains a mystery. ### Quito *Coordinates: -0.229498, -78.5243* 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 JesÃ... ### Galapágos Islands *Coordinates: -0.823141, -91.0967* The Galápagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. It's considered one of the world's foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing. A province of Ecuador, it lies about 1,000km off its coast. Its isolated terrain shelters a diversity of plant and animal species, many found nowhere else. Charles Darwin visited in 1835, and his observation of Galápagos' species later inspired his ... ### San Cristobal Island *Coordinates: -0.867471, -89.4364* San Cristóbal Island and named previously by the English as Chatham Island, is the easternmost island in the Galápagos archipelago, as well as one of the oldest geologically. It is administratively part of San Cristóbal Canton, Ecuador. ### Santa Fe Island *Coordinates: -0.816667, -90.0667* Santa Fe Island, also called Barrington Island after admiral Samuel Barrington, is a small island of 24 square kilometres which lies in the centre of the Galápagos archipelago, to the south-east of Santa Cruz Island. Visitor access is by a wet landing in Barrington Bay on the north-eastern side of the island. ### Santa Cruz Island *Coordinates: -0.38, -90.3667* 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 seaso... ### Eden Islet ### Guayaquil, Ecuador *Coordinates: -2.20382, -79.8975* Guayaquil is a port city in Ecuador, known as a gateway to Pacific beaches and the Galapagos Islands. Stretching along the Guayas River is the waterfront Simón Bolívar promenade, home to La Rotonda monument. In the north, Las Peñas is a neighborhood full of colorful houses. Stairs lined with cafes and art galleries lead up Santa Ana Hill, site of Santa Ana chapel, a lighthouse and views of the ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2234305 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2234305 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2234305.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2234305/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/hx-expeditions/ms-santa-cruz-ii/other/69000.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 00:28:39 UTC