Travel to Galapagos Islands with Veloso Tours, Ecuador & Galapagos

This stunning archipelago, Darwin's living laboratory of evolution, provides unique opportunities for viewing wildlife at close range.

This stunning archipelago is made up of 13 major islands, formed by enormous volcanic eruptions and only inhabited by humans less than 200 years ago. It is Darwin's living laboratory of evolution and provides unique opportunities for viewing wildlife at close range.

The Galapagos Islands have inspired botanists and nature-lovers alike. Charles Darwin visited in 1835 and declared "remarkable; it seems to be a little world within itself." The islands are made up of the tops of volcanoes and flourishing with endemic species. Such harsh conditions have forced rapid adaptation in the wildlife here, none more so than in the marine iguanas which had to take to the seas to survive, the only lizard to do so in the entire world.

The Galapagos National Park is dedicated to the preservation of this unique habitat and visits are carefully co-ordinated with fixed itineraries (licensed by the park authorities) for each boats so that the number of visitors at each site is carefully controlled. We offer a wide range of Galapagos cruises to suit all tastes and budgets, and which offer the best way of seeing the different islands.

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Pichincha Tour

14 Nights from £6,393

Quito - Amazon Lodge - Quito - Galápagos Cruise

This tour includes the Amazon rainforest, a Galapagos cruise and an insight into the colonial charm of Quito, high in the mountains.

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Quito - Amazon Lodge - Quito - Galápagos Cruise

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Ecuador & Galapagos

Classic Luxury Cruise Tour

9 Nights from £12,806

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

The Darwin Tour - discover Quito and enjoy a classic 7 night cruise in the Galapagos aboard the iconic M/Y Grace.

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Ecuador & Galapagos

Bellavista Tour

14 Nights from £7,903

Quito - Riobamba "Avenue of Volcanoes" - Cuenca - Guayaquil - Galapagos Cruise

Visit mountain villages with local markets, admire spectacular volcanoes in the Andes and enjoy a cruise in the Galapagos Islands observing the abundant wildlife

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Quito - Riobamba "Avenue of Volcanoes" - Cuenca - Guayaquil - Galapagos Cruise

Ecuador & Galapagos

Luxury Cruise Tour

9 Nights from £8,518

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

The Darwin Tour - explore Quito and cruise the Galapagos for 7 nights aboard the luxury mega-catamaran Ocean Spray.

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Ecuador & Galapagos

Beluga First Class Cruise Tour

9 Nights from £6,118

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

The Darwin Tour - explore Quito and cruise the Galapagos for 7 nights aboard the superb superior first class Beluga.

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Discover the rainforest with expert guides

Ecuador & Galapagos

Manatee Tour

14 Nights from £7,125

Quito - Amazon River Cruise - Quito - Riobamba - Guayaquil

Experience Ecuador's landscapes and local markets, cruise the Amazon Rainforest, discover the Avenue of the Volcanoes and experience the spectacular Devil's Nose mountain rail…

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Quito - Amazon River Cruise - Quito - Riobamba - Guayaquil

Multi-Country Landmark Tours

Libertador Tour

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Lima - Lake Titicaca - Andean Train Journey - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Quito - Galapagos Islands Cruise

Cruise the Galapagos Islands for close encounters with friendly wildlife and be inspired by Andean landscapes, colonial heritage and the ancient Inca civilisation at Machu Pic…

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Lima - Lake Titicaca - Andean Train Journey - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Quito - Galapagos Islands Cruise

Multi-Country Landmark Tours

Encantada Tour

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Quito - Galapagos Islands Cruise - Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Andean Train - Lake Titicaca - La Paz - Rio de Janeiro

Cruise the Galapagos Islands and explore the culture and Inca heritage of the Andean region ending in Rio de Janeiro. Also possible to shorten itinerary returning from Lima or…

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Quito - Galapagos Islands Cruise - Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Andean Train - Lake Titicaca - La Paz - Rio de Janeiro

The Galapagos Legend, one of the most popular ships in the Galapagos

Ecuador & Galapagos

Darwin Legends Tour

9 Nights from £6,367

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Explore colonial Quito for 2 nights and discover the Galapagos Islands on a 7-night cruise of a lifetime. Veloso Tours provides expert advice on the best ship and itinerary to…

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Multi-Country Landmark Tours

Andean Odyssey Tour

52 Nights from £21,228

Quito - Amazon Lodge - Cuenca - Guayaquil - Galapagos - Lima - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu -Cusco - Andean Train - Lake Titicaca - La Paz - Santiago - Atacama Desert - Torres del Paine - Cape Horn Cruise - Buenos Aires

A journey of a lifetime from Ecuador, Galapagos and Rainforest, following the Andres to Peru, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca to La Paz in Bolivia, Atacama & Torres del Paine in…

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The Samba offers excellent value for money

Ecuador & Galapagos

Samba Explorer Cruise Tour

9 Nights from £5,574

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Explore the Galapagos Islands, including flights from the UK, one day exploring Quito and 7 nights cruising aboard the friendly M/V Samba with all meals, guided walks and exc…

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Ecuador & Galapagos

Ninos Galapagos Family Tour

11 Nights from £5,565

Quito - Galapagos Cruise

Close encounters with tame wildlife are a unique experience that inspire youngsters to develop an appreciation of the natural world. Doing so with your family builds a bond an…

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Quito - Galapagos Cruise

All the guides we had were excellent. We were contacted by phone twice by Veloso Tours' representatives who checked if we were satisfied and offered assistance if required.

Mr & Mrs B (Jersey)

We really enjoyed our holiday, especially with our guides: They take care of us, and made us feel special and welcome. Our trip went well and everyone was professional: Excellent services.

Mr & Mrs G (Isle of Wight)

All the hotels were excellent: Good varied selection. All guides and transport were good. We were satisfied with everything.

Mr & Mrs B (Torquay)

Our guides were very good. Bethsheila Pinto in Cusco was very good and Maria Esther Segura in Quito excellent.

Mr & Mrs H (Hampshire)

The entire journey was absolutely seamless and everyone turning up without hiccup. So far everything has worked like clockwork and our guides have been prompt, attentive and very knowledgeable.

Mr & Mrs B (Rickmansworth)

All our guide were exceptional, sharing their enthusiasm and their knowledge of their countries. In Peru, Fernando and Henry were amazing and make our trip unforgettable.

Mrs L & Mr A (Southampton)

All our guides were well qualified with excellent English, especially Fernando in Cusco and David on the Galapagos. Our trip was fascinating and we enjoyed every minute. Thank you.

Mr & Mrs A (Chichester)

Our holiday through Veloso was a real luxury tour for us. We felt safe at every moment and confident with our drivers. Guides were all efficient, helpful. It was a pleasure to spend time with them.

Mr & Mr R (Ringwood)

Our holiday was very satisfactory and exceeded our expectations. Guides were knowledgeable and the Galapagos Cruise was amazing.

Mr & Mrs F (Liphook)

We've always organized our own holiday. This was our 1st organized tour that we have been on – And we were completely satisfied with the organisation: Our expectations were more than satisfied!

Mr & Mrs B (Kirkcaldy)

We loved the entire trip and were very well looked after throughout. All the guides and drivers were excellent and very knowledgeable. Thank you!

Mr H & Ms N (Daventry)