The property offers a rooftop pool, spa and gym, free WiFi, same-day dry cleaning, 24-hour business center and bilingual front desk and concierge teams are at your service 24/7.
Dates of Stay: September 6 – 7, 2025
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Join Brand g on an all LGBT+ Galapagos cruise. This11-day adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, including a 7-night luxury cruise in the Galapagos, ending back on the mainland, in Ecuador’s largest city Guayaquil.
Brand g Vacations is pleased to introduce their 2025 Ecuador and the Galapagos Expedition. They have chartered the National Geographic Endeavour II, equipped for comfort as well as in-depth exploration. With a capacity of only 96 guests, this adventure offers all aspects of the Galapagos: intimate contact with wildlife, active volcanoes, a vast Marine Reserve, camaraderie, comfort and safety.Your all-lgbt+ adventure begins with a full day tour in Quito, home to the best-preserved, least altered historic center in Latin America. Founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Inca city and stands at an altitude of 9,350 feet. From Quito, fly to Baltra Island where you will board a ferry to Santa Cruz Island, the most populous in the archipelago. Explore the highlands of the islands with their lush vegetation before venturing down to the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station to meet giant tortoises face to face.Sail to a stunning anchorage at Santa Fe Island for a visit to this sandy white beach with many sea lion harems, a wonderful spot for our first snorkel, kayak or ride aboard our glass-bottom boat. Disembark amid the waters of South Plaza Island, with its yellow-gray land iguanas munching cactus fruits and coastline where we find sea lion colonies and dozens of sea birds. A visit to North Seymour Island starts with a walk along the coast and the interior of this island, observing numerous bird colonies as well as sea lions and marine iguanas. Enjoy the north shore of Santa Cruz Island and its beautiful white beaches, great for a swim or snorkel. Bartolomé Island provides an unbeatable volcanic viewpoint, golden-sandy beach and excellent wildlife exploration for snorkelers. Following the cruise, fly back to the mainland for an overnight in Guayaquil. This tropical city is the financial and commercial center of the country, on the banks of the Guayas River.
Day 1 Thursday August 28th Quito (Welcome Reception)
Day 2 Friday August 29th Quito B/L/D
Day 3 Saturday August 30th Quito/Galapagos B/L/D
Day 4 Sunday August 31st Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 5 Monday September 1st Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 6 Tuesday September 2nd Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 7 Wednesday September 3rd Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 8 Thursday September 4th Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 9 Friday September 5th Galapagos Islands B/L/D
Day 10 Saturday September 6th Galapagos Islands (Disembarkation) B/L/D
Day 10 Sunday September 7th Guayaquil, Ecuador
The National Geographic Endeavour II is a new, state-of-the-art addition to the National Geographic-Lindblad fleet. This fully stabilized ship allows for smooth passage between the islands of the Galápagos archipelago. This comfortable vessel carries 96 guests in 53 outside cabins and is equipped with a range of exploration tools, including kayaks, Zodiac landing craft, a glass-bottom Zodiac, and snorkeling gear. Onboard amenities include a fitness center, a spa, and a global gallery.
Public Areas: Ship is fully air-conditioned. Covered deck with chairs and tables; doctor’s office; fitness centre; LEXspa; global gallery; library; lounge with full-service bar and facilities for viewing and presentations; and sun deck. Our Ecuadorian captain welcomes guests to the bridge in accordance with our ‘open bridge’ policy.
Cabins: All cabins face outside with windows. Each has private facilities and climate controls.
Expedition Equipment: Kayaks, glass-bottom Zodiac, snorkeling gear, underwater video camera, video microscope, wet suits, and Zodiac landing craft.
Special Features: Guest internet access, laundry service, and wellness program. Ship’s doctor and video chronicler are also on board.
Dates of Stay: August 30 – September 6, 2025
The Go Quito Hotel is located on Avenida Eloy Alfaro N34-151 & Catalina Aldaz, one of the most lively and attractive economic and commercial zones in the Quito Metropolitan Area. Just a short walk away from parks, shopping malls, restaurants, banks, and other places of interest. Go Quito Hotel is close to Latin America’s largest and most well-preserved colonial historic center. You can visit its narrow streets and museums and marvel at its ecclesiastical crown jewel, the church of La Compañía de Jesús.
Go Quito Hotel offers a restaurant onsite, the property also has a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.
Dates of Stay: August 28-30, 2025
Additional pre-program nights available upon request. Please contact us for availability and pricing.
The property offers a rooftop pool, spa and gym, free WiFi, same-day dry cleaning, 24-hour business center and bilingual front desk and concierge teams are at your service 24/7.
Dates of Stay: September 6 – 7, 2025
Single occupancy pricing is two times the amount shown.
This suite is the largest cabin aboard with a separated, well-appointed seating area furnished with a sofa that converts to a single bed, writing desk, lounge chair, coffee table, armchair, mini fridge, and espresso maker. The sleeping area has two single beds convertible to a queen, two nightstands, extra closet space, and an oversized bathroom.
Bridge Deck, Mid-Ship #415 with two large windows, larger bath, separate sitting area with convertible sofa for a third person and arm chairs, largest cabin on ship.
Single occupancy pricing is two times the amount shown.
These suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows that provide incredible views and natural sunlight and are furnished with a sofa that converts to a single bed, double closet, writing desk and chair, two nightstands, mini fridge, espresso maker, oversized bathroom, plus two single beds convertible to a queen.
Bridge Deck, Mid-Ship #420, 422 with two floor-to-ceiling windows, larger bath, convertible sofa for a third person.
Single occupancy pricing is two times the amount shown.
This suite features two large windows, armchair, oversized bathroom, double closet, writing desk and chair, mini-fridge, espresso maker, two nightstands, and two single beds convertible to a queen.
Lounge Deck, Mid-Ship #320 with two windows, larger bath, arm chair. Connecting door to #322.
For single occupancy pricing add $3,500 to the per person pricing listed above
All cabins face outside with a large window, two single beds that can convert to a queen-sized bed. Furniture includes an armchair, desk, two nightstands, and a closet.
Bridge Deck #409, 411-414, 416, 418
For single occupancy pricing add $3,500 to the per person pricing listed above
All cabins face outside with a large window, two single beds that can convert to a queen-sized bed. Furniture includes an armchair, desk, two nightstands, and a closet.
Lounge Deck #311, 313-319, 321, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330
For single occupancy pricing add $3,500 to the per person pricing listed above
All cabins face outside with a large window, two single beds that can convert to a queen-sized bed. Furniture includes an armchair, desk, two nightstands, and a closet.
Upper Deck #211, 213-219, 221, 222, 224-229
A $2,000 per person credit card deposit is required to confirm your space. A second payment of $4,000 is due on September 4, 2024. The balance of the trip is due 120 days prior to the start of the trip on April 30, 2025. Failure to make payment(s) in a timely manner may cause your reservation to be cancelled.
Brand g’s Best Price Guarantee ensures that you’ll get the best advertised rate.
If a lower fare is ever offered on the Brand g website, you can request (either directly or through us) to have that savings applied to your final payment.
Consider purchasing travel insurance to help protect your trip. While we can refer you to an online travel insurance broker, Brand g also offer travel insurance as part of a travel protection plan from Travel Insured International. HERE or call Brand g at 952-405-9309 for pricing information. Please note, to be eligible for certain additional travel protection benefits you must purchase your plan within 21 days of the date your initial trip deposit is received.
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