Skip to main content
Cruise ship

6-night Galápagos Islands Expedition Cruise – Iconic Wildlife and Sublime Scenery

HX Logo
MS Santa Cruz II
cruise info

  • HX: MS Santa Cruz II
  • |
  • December 9, 2025

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Quito
    | Tue Dec 9, 2025
  2. Day 2
    Quito
    | Wed Dec 10, 2025
  3. Day 3
    Mitad del Mundo
    | Wed Dec 10, 2025
  4. Day 4
    Quito
    | Thu Dec 11, 2025
  5. Day 5
    Air Travel
    | Thu Dec 11, 2025
  6. Day 6
    Cruise Starts (Embarkation)
    | Thu Dec 11, 2025
  7. Day 7
    Isla Baltra
    | Thu Dec 11, 2025
  8. Day 8
    Cerro Dragon
    | Thu Dec 11, 2025
  9. Day 9
    Isla Isabela (Vicente Roca Point)
    | Fri Dec 12, 2025
  10. Day 10
    Punta Espinoza
    | Fri Dec 12, 2025
  11. Day 11
    Puerto Ayora
    | Sat Dec 13, 2025
  12. Day 12
    Baroness Outlook
    | Sun Dec 14, 2025
  13. Day 13
    Post Office, Galapagos
    | Sun Dec 14, 2025
  14. Day 14
    Isla Champión
    | Sun Dec 14, 2025
  15. Day 15
    Cormorant Point
    | Sun Dec 14, 2025
  16. Day 16
    Isla Baltra
    | Mon Dec 15, 2025
  17. Day 17
    Cruise Ends (Debarkation)
    | Mon Dec 15, 2025
  18. Day 18
    Air Travel
    | Mon Dec 15, 2025
  19. Day 19
    Quito
    | Mon Dec 15, 2025
Sailing Features
  • 6 Nights
  • Dec 9, 2025 / Dec 15, 2025
  • Quito
  • Quito
  • MS Santa Cruz II
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • $200 per Couple Shipboard Credit

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Oceanview
Suite
Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 23 Explorer cabins located on the Horizon deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 3 Explorer cabins located on the Panorama deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Explorer Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer elegant areas to relax after a day of active exploring. There are 17 Explorer cabins located on the Expedition deck. Bathroom. Size 15 sq.m.

Oceanview
Voyager Single Cabin

With comfortable spaces and large picture windows to illuminate the interior spaces and allow guests to take in the views, these cabins offer a single bed and plenty of space for solo travelers. There are 2 Voyager cabins located on the Horizon deck. Bathroom. Size 12 sq.m.

HX Expert Advisors

Connect with an Expert to personally walk you through this Itinerary
Travel Advisor Profile Picture

Whitney Adams

(520) 653-6226
Learn More ->
MS Santa Cruz II cruise ship

HX:   MS Santa Cruz II

When you are exploring the Galápagos islands onboard the MS Santa Cruz II, you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in high quality surroundings. The small size - with a guest capacity of maximum of 90 allows for a cozy yet classy environment. You´ll easily feel at home onboard.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    2002
  • Last Refurbished:
    2021
  • Gross Tonnage:
    2,664 T
  • Beam:
    44 ft (13.4 m)
  • Maximum Speed:
    10.5 knots
  • Ship Length:
    236 ft (71.8 m)
  • Passenger Capacity:
    90

Ship Information

Explore Your Cruise Ship
The colorfully painted beach houses of Slovenia as seen from a cave
Don't Miss Out on Any Trip Enhancing Shore Excursions!
Immerse yourself in local culture with authentic cooking classes, traditional dance lessons, and unforgettable visits to historical landmarks during your cruise shore excursions.
A beautiful wooden foyer with luxury seating and shelves filled with fine items
Extend Your Trip with Immersive Pre-Cruise or Post-Cruise Stays
Enjoy the local culture and savor delicious cuisine with pre-cruise or post-cruise stays, ensuring a seamless transition between your land and sea adventures.