Santa Cruz II

Get ready to embark on a true expedition ship built specifically with Galápagos Island cruising in mind. Conceived and created for explorations in remote areas like the Galápagos Archipelago, the Santa Cruz II boasts five spacious decks and sleeps 90 guests in 50 contemporary designed staterooms – 36 of which can be interconnected, offering flexibility for families and single travelers.

*Ship operated by Metropolitan Touring

Explorer Cabin Horizon Deck

Explorer Triple Cabin Horizon Deck

Explorer Cabin Expedition Deck

Explorer Cabin Panorama Deck

Darwin Suite

Package Inclusions

EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

• 4 nights aboard the new 90-guest Santa Cruz II, designed especially for Galápagos Islands cruising; dry and wet landings
• Licensed Naturalist Guides of Galápagos National Park accompany shore excursions and hold briefings aboard ship, offering hands-on natural history lessons
• Private Tauck Shore Excursions with experts, averaging two daily, for wildlife sightings and exciting activities

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

• All gratuities to Tauck Directors, local guides, drivers, naturalists, and ship staff
• On-Tour Air included (2 flights)
• Your cruise may be a shared ship experience with non-Tauck guests onboard as well; all Tauck guests will be accompanied by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests, and your itinerary will always be highlighted by exclusive, private Tauck shore excursions
• Entrance fee to Galápagos Nat'l Park – $100 value per adult
• Have brunch near a dormant volcano close to the Equator and explore colonial Quito on a guided tour
• Learn about the Galápagos' natural history and conservation in the islands during a visit to the Cristóbal Interpretation Center on San Cristóbal
• Aboard ship – daily cocktail hour; all day soft drinks; wine and beer with dinner
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
• 18 meals; service charges, most taxes and porterage