--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: a3cf0319-4230-4300-8b2b-496ff8637055 slug: 2246459 voyage_code: GM172748 cruise_line: Lindblad Expeditions ship: National Geographic Gemini departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Guayaquil, Ecuador disembarkation_port: Quito starting_price_usd: 10368.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T01:42:14Z --- # Galápagos Escape - Roundtrip Quito 8 day > Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Gemini · Sep 9 – 16, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Lindblad Expeditions | | **Ship** | National Geographic Gemini | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Guayaquil, Ecuador | | **Disembarkation Port** | Quito | | **Starting Price** | 10,368 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | GM172748 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: 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. ### Day 2: 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 3: Galapagos 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 4: Galapagos 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 5: Galapagos 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 6: Galapagos 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 7: 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. ### Day 8: 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 ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $10,368 | | Balcony | $15,224 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior Cabin** (Code: IC) Lounge Deck, #401 and 402: Outside facing with a large window, choice of either a queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. Equal in size and amenities to other Category 2 cabins. 160 square feet.Image is for r... ### Outside Cabins **Category 1** (Code: 01) Lounge Deck, #411, 414, 415, 416: Forward cabins, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet. **Category 2** (Code: 02) Lounge Deck, #403-408, 410, 412: Mid-ship, outside facing with a large window, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 160 square feet ### Balcony Cabins **Category 5** (Code: 05) Upper Deck #602: Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet. Connects to 604 as family suite. **Category 5S** (Code: 5S) 509: Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, one queen bed, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 175 square feet. **Category 7** (Code: 07) Upper Deck #601: Forward facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, separate living area with sofa bed for triple occupancy, and 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating. Bedroom with queen or two twin beds, 50-square-foot side balcony, ample storage, mini fridge, and television. Large bat... **Category 4** (Code: 04) #500-508: Outside facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 50-square-foot balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 205 square feet. 503/505 and 504/506 connect. 500 and 503 with convert... **Category 6** (Code: 06) Upper Deck #604: Forward facing with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 195-square-foot forward-facing balcony with seating, queen or two twin beds, ample storage, sitting area, desk, mini fridge, and television. Bathrooms with a glass shower and amenities. 250 square feet. Connects to 602 as family suit... ## Ship Information ### National Geographic Gemini Launched in 2001 from the same shipyard as National Geographic Orion, National Geographic Gemini is a highly maneuverable, shallow-draft expedition ship purpose built to explore remote areas with ease. Sailing year round with a maximum of 48 guests, National Geographic Gemini offers guests the choice of larger suites, cabins with balconies, and a mix of doubles, solos, and triples. Carrying a fleet of quick-to-deploy Mark VI Zodiacs, a glass-bottom boat, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, the ship is well-equipped for exploring the islands and marine reserve. It is also stocked with snorkeling gear for all guests, including shortie wetsuits. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 48 | | Crew | 57 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 296.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 27 | ## Ports of Call ### 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 cit... ### 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 Jesús J... ### Galapagos 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 th... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2246459 - **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/2246459 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2246459.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2246459/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/lindblad-expeditions/national-geographic-gemini/other/136493.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 01:42:14 UTC