During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the nearby islands at your own pace in a private yacht with a guide just for your group, relax by the villa’s infinity pool, and have the flexibility to include a mixture of relaxation and adventure. You won’t miss a moment of the action, since your private speedboat will allow you the flexibility to hop from island to island and take you to wherever you desire. Stop to swim with a school of dolphins or visit with the giant tortoises at your own pace and return to the Villa in the afternoon, where a massage has been arranged for you.  During the evening, you can enjoy a gourmet meal on your terrace created by your private chef underneath the stars.  Villa Galapagos is truly the best option for experiencing the Galapagos if you wish to explore the captivating islands in the most comfortable way and according to your own schedule.

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Patagonia Argentina spans the lake district, glacier district, coast and Tierra del Fuego. This Argentina family adventure tour takes you to two of Patagonia’s top areas – El Calafate to experience a working ranch where kids can participate in daily activities and adults can enjoy top service, and Peninsula Valdes for amazing wildlife where kids can get up close to curious penguins and baby seals.

Begin your trip in Buenos Aires, where you’ll have a chance to explore the city, and kayak on the Tigre River Delta just outside the city. Continue south to El Calafate, home to the famed Perito Moreno Glacier. You’ll stay at a working estancia where you can enjoy endless vistas, participate in daily ranch activities, horseback ride, hike, and even go trekking on the glacier!

After a few days in El Calafate, head to the Atlantic coast, to the Peninsula Valdes area. Here you’ll stay at Estancia Pedral, on Punta Ninfas. This historic home was brought over from France in the 1920s, and has a prime location for wildlife viewing and other activities. The ranch offers boat expeditions to see whales, 4-wheeling, hiking and more! On your last day you’ll visit Punta Tombo, the largest Magellanic penguin colony in the world, where you can get up close and personal with charming penguins.

Ask us about the best time of year for this itinerary, and extensions to Iguazu or the lake region of Patagonia.

Begin your trip in Buenos Aires, where you’ll have a chance to explore the city, and kayak on the Tigre River Delta just outside the city.

Continue north to Iguazu Falls, at the border with Brazil in the Misiones Province. These impressive falls span 1.6 miles and comprise 160-250 falls, depending on the season. Activities like jungle walks and an exciting boat ride right up to the falls are popular with all ages.

On the next day, head south to San Carlos de Bariloche, to an estancia on the shores of Lake Gutierrez. Here you’ll be in the middle of pristine nature, with the chance to hike, ride, kayak and just relax.

Then, continue south to El Calafate, home to the famed Perito Moreno Glacier. You’ll stay at a working estancia where you can enjoy endless vistas, participate in daily ranch activities, horseback ride, hike, and even go trekking on the glacier!

After a few days in El Calafate, head to the Atlantic coast, to the Peninsula Valdes area. Here you’ll stay at Estancia Pedral, on Punta Ninfas. This historic home was brought over from France in the 1920s, and has a prime location for wildlife viewing and other activities. The ranch offers boat expeditions to see whales, 4-wheeling, hiking and more! On your last day you’ll visit Punta Tombo, the largest Magellanic penguin colony in the world, where you can get up close and personal with charming penguins.

Ask us about the best time of year for this itinerary. We customize the experience specifically for your family.

This family-friendly adventure begins in Quito, the capital city, and winds through the Andes with stops at traditional haciendas, villages, markets and other sites en route. Then, continue on to your Galapagos cruise on a yacht specially chosen to welcome families!

We start in Quito, with a city tour of this historic city and visit to the famed Equator Monument. Then continue on to Antisana Ecological Reserve and Volcano, where you’ll have a chance to hike or horseback ride and enjoy a picnic lunch in this pristine natural reserve. Overnight at Hacienda San Agustin de Callo, a beautiful hacienda with plenty of history. You’ll have the chance to ride around the hacienda, before continuing on to Baños, on the edge of the cloud forest. This small town is known for its handicraft markets and waterfalls – perfect of hikes for energetic travelers of all ages.

Continue on to Riobamba, a lively colonial city with cobbled streets and pastel buildings. After an overnight you’ll have an early day on the exciting Devil’s Nose Train, which takes you in a traditional train carriage on the switchbacks of the Devil’s Nose and down a 45-degree gradient, and through several climate zones.

Explore the Ingapirca Inca ruins after this ride, and on to the charming colonial town of Cuenca. Spend the day exploring Cuenca with your guide – the town is home to lovely architecture, art galleries, a lively produce and flower market, and handicrafts market.

After a night in Cuenca, visit El Cajas National Park to hike and enjoy a picnic before continuing on to Guayaquil, on the coast. From here you’ll take your flight to the Galapagos Islands for your exciting cruise or land-based adventure. Programs range from four to eight days, and we work with plenty of yachts that welcome families for all budgets and travel styles. We also work with land based and villa based programs. So we can help you plan the perfect Andes of Ecuador and Galapagos combo vacation.

Contact us for more information on customizing this exciting trip for your family!