Nine of the Best Isles | plus Machu Picchu
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Experts in expedition since 1896, HX boasts handpicked experts from a range of fields who will lead you on discoveries onshore and onboard including hikes, community visits, kayaking and talks.
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This sleek, spacious ship has a layout that allows you to enjoy your cruise from start to finish. Enjoy delicious food in the elegant restaurant, increase your knowledge of the Galápagos Islands with your fellow travellers in the Science Center or maybe mingle out on the multiple decks. With carbon-neutral operations, MS Santa Cruz II is environmentally-sustainable and socially conscious with the local community. Premium Expedition Comfort, While exploring the Galápagos, you'll have the ability to actively engage in activities and encounters. After a day in Darwin's footsteps, you will enjoy coming home to a casual atmosphere with the best service there is. MS Santa Cruz II's amenities easily appeal to all world explorers.
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