Sail the Galápagos aboard an intimate yacht, encountering incomparable wildlife and volcanic landscapes with a naturalist.
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Sailing the Galápagos: A Tailor-Made Journey by Yacht
10 days from $5,995
Sail the Galápagos aboard an intimate yacht, encountering incomparable wildlife and volcanic landscapes with a naturalist.
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Hilton Colon Quito
Quito, Ecuador
The Hilton Colon is set at the end of the main Amazonas commercial street next to the Parque El Ejido, home to a nightly craft market. Situated in two towers, many of the spacious and comfortable rooms offer views to the old town. Hotel amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a selection of dining options including a sushi bar and a deli, a bar and lounge, and a fitness center. The hotel is also conveniently located next to the excellent Banco Central museum.
Yolita II
Galápagos , Ecuador
Built in 2007, the Yolita II was designed specifically for the Galápagos and offers a comfortable 16-passenger motor yacht experience. The 8 guest cabins offer simple but comfortable accommodations with full size windows, twin or double bed layouts, ample storage space, and private bathrooms with hot water.The main deck features an indoor dining room and a comfortable lounge area perfect for reading a book. On the upper deck and sun deck, guests can relax in the sun while keeping an eye out for passing wildlife.
When you travel on a tailor-made journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:
- A Smithsonian annual engagement calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
- Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history. Early access to Smithsonian magazine produced events.
- Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
- 10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
- Recognition in the Friends of the Smithsonian Honor Roll, displayed electronically on the National Mall in the Membership Reception Center
- Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
- Free admission to the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
- A complimentary copy of the annual Smithsonian museum guidebook.
- Invitation to a special welcome event for new members at a Smithsonian venue.
*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.
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For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.
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