Galapagos
Walk in the footsteps of Evolution… Celebrate Darwin’s bicentenary and the 150th anniversary of the publication of The Origin of Species with our special low rates on December and May departures to the Galapagos."
The Spanish Called Them the Enchanted Islands. Some Believed That They Did Not Exist…
Privateers took refuge among them. Herman Melville wrote of them. But the Galapagos Islands are forever associated in the public mind with Charles Darwin, and his meeting with the marvelous endemic species that sparked his great theory. It is the chance to walk in Darwin’s footsteps, to see the great namesake tortoises, rugged iguanas, and of course the legendary finches, that has made the Galapagos among the most sought-after ecotourism destinations on the planet.
Celebrate Darwin’s bicentenary and the 150th anniversary of the publication of The Origin of Species with the trip to the Galapagos you’ve always dreamed of! Classic Escapes is offering special low rates on our December and May departures to the Enchanted Islands. Watch endearing sea lions and mockingbirds go about their lives, unafraid of human visitors, on the white coral beaches of San Cristobal. Trek through fascinating volcanic landscapes with talented naturalist-guides who will ensure that you get the most out of what you see. And visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the tireless work being done by Ecuadorian and foreign scientists to preserve the Islands’ unique natural heritage for generations to come.
DATES – DEC 2008, OR MAY, 2009 |
Affordable Nature land only - 3-night Galapagos Cruise |
Discovery Journey land only - 4-night Galapagos Cruise |
Discovery Journey land only - 7-night Galapagos Cruise |
Airfare from Miami |
From $2,895 per person |
From $3,795 per person
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From $5,395 per person |
From $800, Plus from an estimated $200 in taxes |
CALL US FOR THE PERFECT PROGRAM.
We offer exciting journeys to destinations across the globe for the explorer and naturalist. We can customize to fit your specific requirements.
SUSAN GETTUM (800) 627-1244 ext 35 susang@classicescapes.com |
STACY FIORENTINOS (800) 627-1244 ext 13 stacyf@classicescapes.com |
The marine iguana, endemic to the Galapagos Islands, is the only lizard that is able to forage in the sea. Early travelers found them disconcerting; Darwin himself described them as “most disgusting clumsy Lizards” and “imps of darkness.” However, they are entirely vegetarian and aggressive only in the breeding season or when vulnerable due to cold.