Isabella II Galapagos Islands Luxury Cruise

- Accommodations
- All meals
- Island sightseeing
- Naturalist guides and lecture services in English or Spanish
- Snorkeling gear
- Wet suits
- Taxes and transfers in the island
- Transfer from main hotels in Quito and Guayaquil to the airport

- Air transportation to/from Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park admission fee (US $100 subject to change without notice)
- Transit Control Card (US $10 subject to change without notice)
- Gratuities, bar, gifts, and addition items

* Metropolitan Touring guarantees air space.

* Galapagos Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, logistical or operational reasons.

* All rates are subject to change. FUEL SURCHARGE APPLIES

Important facts

Please read the Itinerary as a guide only. Our route and program varies according to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes , safety reasons and the wildlife we encounter. Flexibility is the key to the success of this expedition. The Expedition Staff will provide you with snorkeling gear (mask and snorkel, fins, floating device and net bag). Please note that the operation does not carry prescription masks. A shortie wet suit is recommended from June to December.

Dry landing: guests step from the dinghy onto rocks or a dock.

Wet landing: as the dinghy edges onto a sandy beach, guests step into knee-deep water and wade ashore.

Transportation is not included but must be purchased from provider

Commercial flight

You must purchase the roundtrip flight between the mainland Ecaudor and Baltra through your travel provider.

Yacht/Sailboat

Our 40-guest vessel is the most luxurious yacht cruising the Galapagos, it offers an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere to experience the full adventure of the Islands. The yacht is fully air-conditioned; cabins are spacious and have private bathrooms. Its three public decks include bar-salon, dining room and sun deck. The library contains a large selection of reference books on Galapagos and Ecuador, as well as nature and conservation videos; this is the most complete source of information of any Galapagos vessel.

7 Nights Yacht

16-20

31-50

Smart Voyager Certified.
ISO 9001:2000
ISO 14001

As pioneers of ecotourism in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, we are totally committed to the conservation of all ecosystems, natural and urban habitats and people’s well being. We support and contribute to the preservation of the environment, scientific investigation, education, and permanently promote environmental awareness among our personnel, local communities and guests through our direct participation in the operation of sustainable tourism and the creation in 1998 of the Galapagos Ecuador Foundation which finances two major projects: garbage recycling and coastal cleaning.

Our Expedition Team consists of three Naturalists. All will delight guests with diverse natural history explanations, superb on-deck talks, and eye-catching lectures regarding natural history issues. Their multimedia presentations and recaps will complement the day's activities. Together with the Captain, they will plan the day's program. They are masters of Galapagos' knowledge. Soon enough, our Naturalists will become the highlight of your voyage.

All safety and fire prevention measures are always implemented on all of our trips.
For Galapagos trips there is a resident physician aboard the M/V SANTA CRUZ and ISABELA II. Life jackets are mandatory for all "panga" rides (outboard motorized Zodiacs).

None

Technical specifications

Construction: 1979
Reconstruction: Pensacola, Florida, 1988
Refurbishment: Panama, March 2000
Category: Deluxe
Gross Tonnage: 1.025 tons.
Type of Vessel: Motor Yacht
Capacity: 40 guests
Length: 53.72 meters (166 feet)
Beam: 11.58 meters (38 feet)
Speed: 10 knots
Electricity: 110 Volts 60 Hz.
Engines: 2 GM Detroit Diesel 900 BHP each
Navigation Equipment: Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS
Safety Certificates: SOLAS 74 - ISM
Fire Detector: Automatic with control from the bridge.
Life Jackets: In each cabin
Lifeboats: 2 units semi enclosed
Landing Craft: 3 Zodiacs + glass bottom boat
Owner: ETICA / Metropolitan Touring
Decks: 3 (Sun deck, Cabin deck, Main deck)
Crew: 24
Naturalist: 3
Medical Officer: Permanently on board

Other services

Bar - Lounge, Boutique
Gift Shop
Radio, telephone, E-mail, and Fax communications
PA System
Snorkeling Equipment
Multimedia natural history lectures
Stargazing Program
Digital camera and underwater housing
Glass bottom boat
Jacuzzi
Reading Room & Natural History Library
Air conditioned throughout
Safety boxes
Hair dryers
Wet suits for snorkeling in cooler waters
Sea Kayaks

166 ft

Metropolitan Touring

Metropolitan Touring pioneered tourism and expedition voyages to the Galapagos Islands and are the leaders in the operation of exciting, innovative and imaginative tours and excursions in continental Ecuador.

Booking, Payment, and Cancellation Policies for Individual Passengers (FIT’s) 2010

1. Individual (FIT´s) & Charter Deposits or Pre-payments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) a US$200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

2. Individual (FIT´s) Payments

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


3. Individual (FIT’s) Cancellation Charges 2010

Prior to acknowledging a cancellation request, we encourage our customers to reutilize the booking at another date for the same guests, or utilize the space for other guests in the original date.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Individual (FIT´s) cancellations for land services, a US $200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 60 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations: If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon & Third Party Products: All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause:
The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.



Booking, Payment and Cancellation Policies for Groups 2010

1. Group Deposits or Prepayments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Groups a US $200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

For all land services for Groups, full pre payment is needed 30 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

2. Group Payments:

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


Group Cancellation Charges 2010
Prior to acknowledging a cancellation request, we encourage our customers to reutilize the booking at another date for the same guests, or utilize the space for other guests in the original date.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Group cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

On all Shared and Semi-Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$50.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations:
If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon and Third Party Products:
All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause: The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.

1. Individual (FIT´s) & Charter Deposits or Pre-payments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for individuals (FIT's) a US$200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

2. Individual (FIT´s) Payments

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.


1. Group Deposits or Prepayments

On Metropolitan's own Galápagos products: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Groups a US $200.00 non-refundable deposit per guest is needed for us to confirm any reservation. Full Payment is needed 60 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.

For all land services for Groups, full pre payment is needed 30 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

2. Group Payments:

Payments must be made in the following order of preference.

A. Wire Transfers

B. Credit Card Payments - For which a “Signature on File” form must be filled. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express Credit Card. Payments should be written to the order of: Empresa Turística Intern. (You may request this form to the Account Executive or Sales Manager serving you).

C. Check Payments - May be made, as long as they are received at least 60 days before our services are scheduled to begin. Metropolitan Touring may also accept floating or revolving deposits equivalent to 2 months of billings.

Galapagos Services:
On Metropolitan's own products in Galápagos: Yacht La Pinta, M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Finch Bay Eco Hotel for Group cancellations, the following applies:

- If cancellation is received between 60 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, full price will be charged.

Land Services:
On all Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$200.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

On all Shared and Semi-Private Group cancellations for land services, a US$50.00 handling fee per tour will be forfeited on all cancellations received between 30 and 0 days prior to the date our services are due to begin.

Hotel Accommodations:
If cancellation is received between 4 and 0 days before our services are due to begin, we shall charge the first night of hotel accommodation. (Only if the hotel charges).

Amazon and Third Party Products:
All services not owned by Metropolitan Touring (Amazon and third party products) will be subject to the policies and conditions established by each operator.


Liability Clause: The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.