Experience the most untouched areas of the world with just the right touch of pampering. 600 miles off the western coast of Ecuador lies a group of islands so isolated that many of its creatures cannot be found anywhere else on earth. Welcome to the Galapagos, the inspiration for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. On his 1835 expedition, Darwin found a cluster of islands formed four to five million years ago when underwater volcanoes erupted in the Pacific Ocean. Today, these rock outcroppings, rivers of frozen lava, and coral beaches form a varied landscape that's home to the islands' collection of rare birds and animals.
Baltra Island,or Isla Baltra is as small island of the Galapagos Island.Also known as South Seymour(named after Lord Hugh Seymour),Baltra is a small flat island located near the created by geological upfit.The island is very arid and vegetation consists of salt bushes,prickly pear cactus and palo santo trees.
Bartolome is a small island off James that offers beautiful white sand beaches fringed by luxuriant green mangroves.A recently volcanically active island,Bartolome Island has a moon-like landscape and volcanic cones.The view from the top of Pinnacle Rock is perhaps the most famous in the Galapagos with the opportunity to see up to 28 islands if visibility allows.On the beach watch for the endemic Galapagos penguins,the only penguins in the world found north of the equator.As you walk along the white sand beach you might catch a glimpse of them swimming along side marine turtles a variety of brighty colored tropical fish and white-tipped reef sharks,while the Galapagos Hawk files overhead.Marine turtles come ashore to nest here between January and March.
Tagus Core is located west of Darwin Volcano on Isabela Island.The route of the trail is about 1800meters.This was a favorite spot of pirates and whalers,a tradition is still observed that has continued since that time,the inscription of the names of boats.At the start of the walk,going up and passing the staircase,is a small where we find inscriptions dating to the 1800s.It is name originated from a British warship that went through the islands in 1814 looking for Galapagos Torroise for food.During the walk you can see various land birds,we can identify the characteristic vegetation of the arid zone.Finally we observe the lava fields of Darwin Volcano.
Daphne Island has much to offer to those who love volcanos due to a tuff crater that exists on the island. Also visitors who love birds might have the only chance to see some of the most spectacular species.
Daphne Island at Galapagos is devided in two islands Daphne Major and Minor. Daphne Major is a volcanic island just north of Santa Cruz Island and just west of the Baltra Airport in the archipelago Colon. Although easily accessible to most visitors to the Galapagos,the national park service has restricted visits to the island. Daphne Major is the area in which two biologists Peter and Rosemary Grant examined for about 20 years examined the behaviour and life cycles of finches, with the results confirming Darwin's theory of evolution.
Elizabeth Bay is located on the east coast of Isabela Island. The bay contains many islets, which can be visited by dinghy. Penguins and blue-footed boobies can be spotted on the rocky islets. With an abundance of marine life and clear water, the area is perfect for snorkeling and viewing schools of colorful fish, sea lions, and perhaps even sharks.
Punta Pitt is located in the northeast of San Cristobal Island, Galapagos. It is a popular site for visitors, mostly because it’s the only Galápagos visitor site where you can see all three types of Booby as well as both types of Frigatebirds. There is a 90 m long beach at Punta Pitt, which is home to sea lions, lava lizards and marine iguanas. The sand is an olive-yellow color, the result of the ocean’s erosion of lava rock and shells.
Las Bachas is considered one of the most important sites in the Galapagos fo the Pacific Green Sea turtle as nesting site.It is quite interesting during their nesting season to see the tracks they leave on the sand as they come in and out from their labour.Several steps behind the beach there are some brackish water lagoons where several waders or lagoon birds can be seen like flamingoes,lava gulls,wandering tattlers,plovens,black neck stilk,sandpipers,great blue nerons and such as well as marine iguanas basking in the sun at the edge of the lagoon.At the beach also we can see marine hermit crabs and also it is common to see small sharks right at the edge of the water.At this site it is also possible to swim and snorkel from the beach.
North Seymour is a small island in Galapagos islands. There are good nesting sites for an amazing colony of frigate birds. Here, you can admire many species of wildlife such as sea lions and marine iguanas. Beautiful, rocky coasts with clear blue waters make the place the ideal spot for diving and snorkelling. Its interesting geology create an attractive scenery and the visitors have the opportunity to explore a natural wonderland.
Puerto (Port) Egas on San Salvador Island, also called James or Santiago Island, offers the most popular walk along James Bay on a black-sand beach. On the trail, look for oystercatchers, marine iguanas, sandpipers, Galapagos hawks, Sally lightfoot crabs, and Galapagos and fur sea lions. Excursion options include a high-intensity "Survival of the Fittest" hike with swimming/snorkeling at the beach, a hight-intensity coastal walk followed by swimming/snorkeling, and a low-intensity animal observation followed by beach relaxation.
Puerto Ayora is in Santa Cruz island and it is the largest city of the Galapagos islands, ready to welcome the numerous tourists that visit the area every year. It is a nice starting point for exploring all the islands. It is a small, picturesque place, easy to explore. Discover the Tortuga Bay, a great beach with white sand and live the experience of scuba diving. Admire the beautiful wildlife. Puerto Ayora is certainly the best place to stay as it offers many options of luxury and relaxation.
Rábida Island, is one of the Galápagos Islands. The island has also been known as Jervis Island named in honour of the 18th-century British admiral John Jervis. In Ecuador it is officially known as Isla Rábida. The island is located in the eastern Pacific Ocean, has red sand beaches and a saltwater lagoon inhabited by flamingos and a bachelor sea lion colony. The landscape is studded with small volcanic craters along sharp slopes and cliffs. The rich wildlife attracts a large number of tourists.
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is the capital of the Galápagos Province, in Ecuador. It is located along the southwestern coast of San Cristóbal, the easternmost island in the archipelago. Island tourism sites nearer the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno include the Cerro Tijeretas, a nesting colony for Frigate birds and a statue of Charles Darwin. La Loberia, a colony of sea lions, lies about ten minutes by bus from the town.
Sullivan bay located on Santiago island in Galapagos, offers a unique volcanic experience. A coral beach landing leads you at a lava field which proves the volcanic origin of these islands. A special type of lava, pahoehoe, make the scenery just perfect. Enjoy swimming in beautiful, pristine beaches. Snorkelling here is, also, an interesting activity. Explore the landscapes by walking across the lava which is an amazing experience!
| Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | Baltra (Galapagos), Equador | ------ | 14:00 |
| 2 | Puerto Egas, Island San Salvador | 08:00 | 11:30 |
| 2 | Rabida Island, Galapagos | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 3 | Elizabeth Bay, Isabela island | 08:00 | 11:30 |
| 3 | Caleta Tagus (Isabela) | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 4 | Sullivan Bay (Santiago), Galapagos | 08:00 | 11:30 |
| 4 | Bartolome (San Salvador) | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 5 | Las Bachas (Santa Cruz) | 08:00 | 11:30 |
| 5 | Daphne Island (Galapagos) | 13:00 | 14:00 |
| 5 | North Seymour, Galapagos | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 6 | P. Baquerizo (San Cristobal) | 08:00 | 11:30 |
| 6 | Punta Pitt, San Cristobal | 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 7 | Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz), Galapagos | 08:00 | ------ |
| 8 | Baltra (Galapagos), Equador | 07:00 | 00:00 |
The Celebrity Revolution Continues with a New Ship Designed for the Galapagos Islands - Celebrity Flora seamlessly combines modern luxury, sustainability and design, redefining the expedition travel experience
Celebrity Cruises unveils another stunning revolution in ship design: Celebrity Flora is an elevated and inspired approach to marine exploration, meticulously designed expressly for the awe-inspiring Galapagos Islands.
One of the most energy-efficient ships of its size in the diverse archipelago , the 100-guest Celebrity Flora will offer seamless sea-to-shore transportation, and includes anchorless technology that maintains the ship’s position while protecting the sensitive sea floor. Innovative outward-facing design gives guests 360-degree views of the islands, while personal suite attendants, new dining venues, an open-air stargazing platform, and expert-lead ecological seminars will round out the modern luxury vacation experience.
Celebrity Flora transports travelers in all-suite accommodations featuring oversized bathrooms perfect for post-adventure refreshing. These modern retreats bring the outside in through Celebrity’s signature outward-facing layouts and heralded Infinite Verandas, and come complete with sustainable, natural, regionally inspired materials. Personal suite attendants cater to guests’ every need.
Celebrity Flora’s two Penthouse Suites are the largest in the Galapagos with separate indoor and outdoor living areas, customizable lighting and shades, and a telescope for stargazing or sea lion-peeping. Guests can also find relaxation in Royal Suites, Ultimate Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda, Premium Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda and Sky Suites with Infinite Veranda.
| Inagural Date | 2019 |
| Tonnage | 5.739 |
| Length | 333 m |
| Draught | 55 m |
| Βeam | 14 m |
| Speed | 10 knots |
| Double Occupancy | 100 |
| Decks | 6 |
| Έτος Ναυπήγησης | 2019 |
| Τόνοι | 5.739 |
| Μήκος | 333 m |
| Πλάτος | 55 m |
| Βύθισμα | 14 m |
| Ταχύτητα | 10 knots |
| Επιβάτες (δίκλινες καμπίνες) | 100 |
| Καταστρώματα | 6 |
Since Celebrity's first sailing in 1990, it has been recognized as an industry leader, praised for providing spacious, stylish interiors; dining experiences elevated to an art form; personalized service, with a guest-to-staff ratio of nearly 2:1 and unexpected, trendsetting onboard activities, all designed to provide an unmatchable experience for vacationers' precious time. The introduction of Celebrity Cruises' stylish, widely heralded Solstice Class of ships has reinforced Celebrity's position as an industry leader.
It all began when Celebrity Cruises was founded in 1989 with the objective of fulfilling the travel industry's need for a high-quality, premium cruise product at an intelligent price. The company was determined to set a new, worldwide standard for cruising, and to create a distinctive expression of superior quality, grand style, attentive service, spacious accommodations, and exceptional cuisine. Believing that the dining experience is an essential part of a quality cruise vacation, Celebrity custom-built galleys to create the finest gourmet cuisine at sea, preparing everything from scratch, using only the finest, freshest ingredients. Along with the launch of the Century Class fleet in 1995, Celebrity created another industry first: a luxurious spa experience within the environment of a cruise ship, with the introduction of the AquaSpa® by Elemis. In 1997, Celebrity Cruises merged with Royal Caribbean International, bringing together two extraordinary cruise brands within one corporation, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
In 2000, Celebrity launched the appropriately named Celebrity Millennium, and with it the industry's first application of gas turbine engines, which reduce exhaust emissions by up to 95 percent over traditional propulsion systems. Celebrity Millennium and her sister ships - Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Summit and Celebrity Constellation - nearly doubled the line's capacity in just two years (2000-2002), with each ship offering guests an unmatched dining experience in distinctive, intimate specialty restaurants. Celebrity Millennium's "Olympic," Celebrity Infinity's "S.S. United States," Celebrity Summit's "Normandie" and Celebrity Constellation's "Ocean Liners" each boast original paneling and artifacts from the famed transatlantic luxury liners after which they are named ("Ocean Liners'"includes paneling from the Ile de France), and feature dramatic tableside cooking, carving and flambé in the true French style.
Celebrity has offered rich, pampering experiences since its inception. More than 100 brand enhancements and new "tastes of luxury" were unveiled across the fleet in 2003, including welcome champagne and mimosas, cold towels and fresh sorbet poolside, expanded options in dining, including Sushi Cafés and pasta/pizza bars, sunset yoga and Pilates classes, and more. During the same year, Celebrity introduced "Concierge Class," an enhanced level of accommodations featuring new amenities and priority services, and introduced "Acupuncture at Sea," another undisputed industry first.
In 2004, the line launched "Celebrity Xpeditions," a series of highly unique events and excursions designed to offer savvy travelers once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to be treated famously in new environments. The one-of-a-kind program gives guests the premium experiences they have come to expect from Celebrity, in new and exotic settings, including cruises in the enchanting Galapagos Islands on a luxurious mega yacht, Celebrity Xpedition, and a series of premium excursion options on select itineraries.
Today, among Celebrity’s ten ships are its Solstice Class ships, which exemplify Celebrity's emphasis on designing stunning ships and inviting onboard experiences for vacationers who appreciate the finer things. The ships have taken stylish cruising and impeccable service to new heights. Celebrity Solstice set sail in 2008, Celebrity Equinox in 2009, and Celebrity Eclipse in 2010. All three hold 2,850 guests (double occupancy) and have a tonnage of 122,000. Celebrity Silhouette joined the fleet in 2011 and Celebrity Reflection in 2012. Celebrity Silhouette holds 2,886 guests (double occupancy) and has a tonnage of 122,400. Celebrity Reflection holds 3,030 guests and has a tonnage of 126,000.
Celebrity's Solstice Class features the industry's first "Lawn Club" - an outdoor, country club-like venue featuring a lawn of real, growing grass where guests can practice their putting, play lawn games like croquet and lawn bowling, or simply relax under the sun and stars; the first Hot Glass Show at sea, presented in collaboration with The Corning Museum of Glass; and a slate of breathtaking new shows created in partnership with POET Theatricals. The Solstice Class also offers larger, more intuitive staterooms influenced by "Celebrity's Leading Ladies," five Boomer women with unique travel and hospitality insights. The new ships present fewer inside staterooms than other ships - 90% of the ships' staterooms offer outside views and 85% of staterooms have verandas - and feature an entirely new category of staterooms, "AquaClass," designed with spa enthusiasts in mind, offering a host of exclusive amenities. AquaClass guests enjoy unlimited access to the Relaxation Room and Persian Garden, as well as priority seating in Blu, a specialty restaurant with healthy dishes created specifically for AquaClass guests. The ships also present a two-story AquaSpa, with the Relaxation Room and Persian Garden similar to those found on several other Celebrity ships. Celebrity's Solstice Class ships also are the first in the industry to utilize solar technology, with some of the solar panels serving the dual purpose of providing shade within the Solarium as well as energy production. Celebrity Silhouette introduced several new venues, including The Lawn Club Grill, the industry's first outdoor, interactive grill venue; The Porch, with a chic Hampton's-style design, and offering casual breakfasts and lunches overlooking The Lawn Club and the sea; The Art Studio, where guests can participate in intimate, hands-on instruction from experts in drawing, painting and beading, as well as the art of food, with culinary-themed classes; The Alcoves, eight cabana-style settings for partial or all-day rentals on the perimeter of The Lawn Club, offering themed picnic baskets, an á la carte beverage menu and WiFi; and The Hideaway, with its avant-garde, cozy, tree house design, creating a quiet retreat for reading a good book or a high-tech escape for vacationers relaxing with iPads, which are available to rent.
Dining on Celebrity's ships is an exceptional experience. The vision of our James Beard featured chef for creating fresh, exciting, innovative dining experiences has produced such successes as Qsine, the "uniquely unordinary" specialty restaurant first introduced on Celebrity Eclipse, and the Lawn Club Grill, the first outdoor, interactive barbecue grill experience at sea introduced on Celebrity Silhouette. Our culinary vision is evident everywhere, from the recipes and ingredients to the table presentation to the service. Our hope is that you'll leave a Celebrity cruise having tried new tastes and gained a deeper appreciation for the way cuisine can influence your experiences. Before the launch of Celebrity Solstice in 2008, Celebrity Cruises had five specialty restaurants fleetwide; by the end of 2012, there be 45 in total.
Just as we elevated Celebrity's culinary excellence, Celebrity's Solstice® Class has redefined the brand overall. Many of the design elements, experiences and dining concepts introduced on the Solstice Class ships are so compelling that in early 2010, Celebrity announced plans to "Solsticize" its Millennium Class ships by incorporating iconic Solstice Class attributes through a significant revitalization. The first ship to be "Solsticized" was Celebrity Constellation®, that same year. Since then, four other ships have been enhanced to a Solstice Class sheen.
With its pulse on what guests want, and with an eye toward the future, Celebrity Cruises continues to innovate and to deliver unforgettable, award-winning vacation experiences.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Passengers staying from Interior to AquaClass cabins can upgrade their experience by pre-selecting the “All Included” program, which can be included in the price and includes a classic beverage package and the basic wifi package (web browsing, emails, texting via applications ) ship's.
Passengers staying in AquaClass cabins have exclusive use of the Blu restaurant for dinner, while enjoying unlimited access to the Sea Thermal Suite, complimentary fitness programs, discounts on spa treatments, bottled water in the cabin daily, eco-friendly bath products, 100% cotton bathrobes, towels and slippers, King-size bed, complimentary 24-hour room service
For passengers staying in Suites (The Retreat) Sky Suite, AquaClass Sky Suite (only on Celebrity Beyond), Sunset Suite (only on Celebrity Silhouette), Celebrity Suite, Signature Suite, Royal Suite, Penthouse Suite, Reflection Suite, Edge Villa , Iconic Suite, the price includes Premium drinks package and Premium wifi package (web browse, text/video chat, social media posts, emails). Also available is an exclusive restaurant, Luminae, private Retreat Sundeck on select ships, VIP lounge and Concierge service.
In addition, exclusive to Iconic Suite, Edge Villa, Reflection, Signature, Penthouse and Royal Suite passengers are provided: complimentary bottled water, carbonated soft drinks and beer daily in the cabin, unlimited complimentary meals at themed restaurants, two complimentary bottles of premium spirits, complimentary dry cleaning (twice during the cruise) and priority baggage delivery.
GENERAL NOTES
Prices are per person in Euro €, in a double cabin in the lowest available category
MINIMUM AGE TO SAIL UNACCOMPANIED
Minimum age to sail unaccompanied on sailings originating in North America is twenty-one (21). On sailings originating in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand is eighteen (18).
Minors Traveling with Parents: Minors can be berthed without an adult in the stateroom only when at least one parent is sailing, and the staterooms are physically adjacent (directly next door or directly across the hall) to one another.
INFANT POLICY
Infants sailing on a cruise must be at least 6 months old as of the first day of the cruise and/or CruiseTour. HOWEVER: For transatlantic, transpacific, Hawaii, select South American and other selected cruises and/or CruiseTours,
the infant must be at least 12 months old as of the first day of the cruise/CruiseTour. For the purposes of this policy, any cruise that has 3 or more days consecutive at sea will require infants to be 12 months old on the first day of the
cruise/CruiseTour.
Cancellations for individual bookings Amounts of cancellations per person (excluding insurance premiums or conversion costs)
3 - 5 nights
90 days or more before departure = no charge per person*
89 – 60 days before departure € 25 per person
59 – 30 days before departure € 80 per person
29 – 8 days before departure 50% of the total price (excluding taxes and gratuities)
7 – 0 days before departure 100% of the cruise value (excluding taxes and gratuities)
6+ nights
90 days or more before departure = no charge per person*
89 – 60 days before departure € 50 per person
59 – 45 days before departure 100% of the deposit
44 – 30 days before departure 25% of the total price (excluding taxes and gratuities)
29 – 8 days before departure 50% of the total price (excluding taxes and gratuities)
7 – 0 days before departure 100% of the cruise value (excluding taxes and gratuities)
For the holiday period, cancellation fees start 89 days before the cruise departure, however, as the period may vary, please contact us for details.
*Please note that some advertised fares may be offered on a non-refundable deposit basis (NRD - nonrefundable deposit basis), meaning that no matter when you cancel your booking, the minimum cancellation charge will always be loss of the advance payment given per person or part of it and you receive the difference in the form of a voucher. Other terms may also apply to such bookings, including but not limited to the charge for changes to the booking.
All Included: It is the company's pricing strategy, which includes (Surf Wi-Fi and Classic Beverage Package) in the fare of your cruise.
