Galápagos Ocean Cruise Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Deluxe Ship
Galápagos Ocean Cruise Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Deluxe Ship
2026: Jan-Mar, May-Aug, Oct-Dec
From $12,199 - $19,299 /person
Luxury & Exploration in Ecuador’s Enchanted Archipelago
This plush vessel is no Beagle, but Darwin would recognize many of your discoveries as you sail in his footsteps. Here in the “Enchanted Isles,” ply crystal-blue waters to meet a who’s who of some of the most remarkable animals on Earth.
Highlights
- Welcome aboard the Silver Origin, where life at sea comes with next-level luxuries like floor-to-ceiling windows and a personal butler for each cabin
- Experienced national park guides lead us through surreal landscapes populated with lava lizards, ancient tortoises, curious iguanas and colorful birdlife
- Bike the back roads of the islands’ mountainous interiors, an experience few tourists get to experience
- Snorkel way out at sea—a perfect opportunity to meet rays, sharks and other denizens of the deep—then lay out on sugar-white sands (often with sea lion neighbors)
- A cooking class, a cocktail lesson and a tour of a local farm offer us delicious glimpses of the archipelago’s human side
Start/End Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristóbal Island
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Launch your journey with an excursion to the rugged interior of San Cristóbal Island, where a long cruisey descent by bike traverses volcanic island slopes • Pep up with a tasting of local Galápagos coffee before embarking on our intimate but elegant ship • Land on remote and wild Genovesa Island, a bird-watcher’s paradise brimming with Nazca boobies • Hike up Prince Philip’s Steps for sweeping views of the island’s rugged cliffs • Learn the difference between aa and pahoehoe, the two kinds of lava of which the volcanic islands are built • Snorkel in Darwin Bay, where curious sea lions, graceful rays, and reef sharks glide through the crystalline waters.
Nights 1-3
This brand new expedition ship boasts Italian-designed interiors with six decks and floor-to-ceiling windows, so you never have to miss out on the remarkable landscapes sailing by. It's also equipped with state-of-the-art green technology, including dynamic positioning software which helps it navigate without disrupting underwater ecosystems.
Days 4-6
Take to sturdy sea kayaks to paddle through mangrove forests alive with darting fish and past marine iguanas basking on volcanic rock • Explore North Seymour Island, where blue-footed boobies perform their iconic courtship dance, and catch a glimpse of the waved albatrosses of Española Island • Walk among land iguanas and sunbathing sea lions as you traverse arid landscapes dotted with prickly pear cacti • Sample Ecuadorian wines with your Backroads Trip Leaders and an unbeatable moving view • Join the ship’s captain on a private tour of the bridge • Trek along the twin craters that furrow the summit of Santa Cruz Island • Watch out for giant tortoises slowly crossing the road as you cycle misty highlands • Visit a sugarcane farm for a glimpse at one of the archipelago’s few non-tourist industries • Learn how to make seafood classics like ceviche in an Ecuadorian cooking class • Stroll the shops of Puerto Ayora town.
Nights 4-6
This brand new expedition ship boasts Italian-designed interiors with six decks and floor-to-ceiling windows, so you never have to miss out on the remarkable landscapes sailing by. It's also equipped with state-of-the-art green technology, including dynamic positioning software which helps it navigate without disrupting underwater ecosystems.
Days 7-8
Step ashore on Isla Lobos, watching for frigatebirds to inflate their bright red throat pouches in courtship displays • Snorkel in the clear waters off San Cristóbal, encountering sea turtles and playful young sea lions • Try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding • A stroll on the white-sand beach is the perfect farewell to the Galápagos as the sun sinks behind striking sea stacks and islets.
Night 7
This brand new expedition ship boasts Italian-designed interiors with six decks and floor-to-ceiling windows, so you never have to miss out on the remarkable landscapes sailing by. It's also equipped with state-of-the-art green technology, including dynamic positioning software which helps it navigate without disrupting underwater ecosystems.
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
All meals are served aboard. On-ship meals, though delightful, are meant to appeal to a wide cross section of passengers and may at times feel more conventional and less reflective of the region than on Backroads Hotel trips.
The Galápagos Islands are subject to national park regulations. Mid-trip itinerary changes are quite common. If we encounter changes to our planned activities, your Trip Leaders will find alternative activities that you’re sure to enjoy.
Most hikes on this trip are remote and do not intersect with roads. Vehicles or boats will get us to and from the trailheads, but the nature of these trails is such that we won’t see our vehicles along the route. Ample trail support in the form of water and encouragement is provided by your Backroads leader and local guides.
Although the Galápagos Islands are part of Ecuador, they can feel worlds away from the mainland, with challenges including slow or nonexistent internet and ATMs possibly running out of cash. Service onboard our ship and at hotels and restaurants can lack a sense of urgency.
In contrast to our Hotel trips, which typically have similar room categories, the Silver Origin offers a wide range of stateroom categories from which to choose. The top-tier staterooms often fill fast, so book as early as possible if this is important to you.
Though the Silver Origin is built for stability, on some crossings and on the Zodiac rides that shuttle us to land you should be prepared for wet, windy conditions. Bring seasickness medication if you think you'll need it, especially in summer months when the waters can be a bit rougher.
Accommodations
Small Ships, Big Adventures
Our small ships feel more like boutique retreats, offering an experience a world away from the typical large cruise.
Ship may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-7
This brand new expedition ship boasts Italian-designed interiors with six decks and floor-to-ceiling windows, so you never have to miss out on the remarkable landscapes sailing by. It's also equipped with state-of-the-art green technology, including dynamic positioning software which helps it navigate without disrupting underwater ecosystems.
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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Note: Your stateroom will be assigned based on availability. Please contact us if you are interested in booking multiple Stateroom Categories for your party, selecting a specific stateroom, or Single Supplement pricing.
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