Santa Cruz II

Santa Cruz II

Purpose-built to navigate the legendary Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz II features a warm design that accommodates just 90 guests. Enjoy a modern cruising experience that puts you up close and personal with such natural beauty! Voyages on this river cruise ship include Galapagos: Wildlife Wonderland.

The intimate design of Santa Cruz II means you’ll have a more personalized experience, and less crowds to worry about. One of the best features of Tauck cruises is their small ship size. Yet, with so much space, you might even forget that you’re on a ship all together! Grab dinner with that couple you just met while stargazing, and plan an exciting onshore adventure together! The possibilities are endless!

Santa Cruz II boasts some of the most comfortable staterooms at sea. Three 323-sq. ft. Darwin Suites provide you with the most luxurious amenities, while 45 169 to 192-sq. ft. oceanview staterooms provide you with everything you need to enjoy your downtime!

All rooms are equipped with:

• Large picture window
• Hypoallergenic and memory foam pillows
• High-quality beds and bedding
• Expedition map and sports bottle for water
• Biodegradable bath amenities
• Easy under-the-bed storage, among more

After a long day of exploring and going on exclusive Tauck excursions, you can fall into your soft mattress, covered by cotton and polyester sheets, and quickly fall asleep among your warm blanket and duvet. These are just a few of the comforts you will find yourself surrounded in once aboard Santa Cruz II, where keeping you satisfied and exceeding your expectations are the key focuses of Tauck's service.

As Santa Cruz II sails the famed Galapagos Islands, you can enjoy the unparalleled experience of exploring desirable destinations in South America, such as Guayaquil, Quito, Barolome Island, Genovesa Island, Santa Cruz Island, and Rabida Island.

Depending on your itinerary, you can enjoy unique experiences such as wildlife watching (including giant tortoises), snorkeling on white coral beaches, hiking, snorkeling, and many other exciting adventures.

When dining onboard Santa Cruz II, you can expect Michelin-quality Ecuadorian dishes that are served professionally and beautifully presented. Tauck’s expert chefs create each meal from the freshest and finest of ingredients, and will deliver exceptional dishes from start to finish.

Your dream vacation is just one click or call away. Don’t miss out on the exclusive savings and limited-time deals you’ll get by booking with us. Contact us now to start instantly saving on your next voyage aboard Santa Cruz II.

Ship Highlights

All-Inclusive Pricing

Enjoy your vacation worry and cost free! Each journey with Santa Cruz II is all-inclusive. This means that the cost of shore excursions, onboard and onshore dining, gratuities, transfers, and even hotels. With Tauck Cruises, there are truly no hidden costs or options sold.

Off-Boat Dining Options

Every Santa Cruz II cruise comes with the option of dining in many local restaurants or settings on any given night. Skip the main dining room for a romantic meal at a local restaurant and experience Latin America culture first-hand.

Unique Destinations

With ports right at the entrance to untouched lands and cities, Santa Cruz II will be able to give you a taste of it all. Small ship cruises can go where most larger ships and land tours cannot. This creates a customized, unique experience for you.

Your ticket to relaxation and rejuvenation awaits, as does big savings and exclusive offers. Call us now - we’re ready to assist you today!

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