Adventurous Ecuador
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Highlights
- Explore Cotopaxi National Park on horseback
- Hike around the ethereal Quilotoa crater lake
- Visit a traditional Tigua art studio
- Cycle the Baños Waterfall Route
- Go white-water rafting in the Amazon rainforest
- Whip up a feast at an Ecuadorian cooking masterclass
- Sample fine chocolate in Quito
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Trip includes
- Two nights premium hotel accommodation
- Two nights jungle lodge accommodation
- One night mountain resort accommodation
- One night historic hotel accommodation
- One night spa hotel accommodation
- Private and local transport
- Seven breakfasts, six lunches, four dinners
- Local Insider
- Arrival airport transfer
- Quito walking tour
- Ecuadorian cooking masterclass (including market visit)
- Chocolate-tasting session
- Limpiopungo Lagoon hike
- Cotopaxi Interpretation Center visit
- Horseback riding
- Quilotoa Lake hike
- Tigua art studio visit
- Salcedo Market visit
- Swing at the End of the World visit
- Baños Waterfall Route bike ride
- Yaku Runa project visit
- White-water rafting
- Jungle night hike
- Natural Oils Trail guided hike
- Waterfall swim
Itinerary
Kick-start the trip with an optional morning visit to the Equator – head to the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo and Intiñan Museum, where you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere. Regr...
Go horseback riding in Cotopaxi National Park
Today, you’ll journey south towards Cotopaxi National Park, dominated by the 5,897m (19,347ft) high Cotopaxi stratovolcano – the second-highest peak in Ec...
Prepare yourself for another unforgettable hike as you venture to Quilotoa – a volcano on the westernmost edge of the E...
Start your day by visiting the Swing at the End of the World. Attached to a mountaintop treehouse, it offers jaw-dropping views of the Tungurahu...
Ready for an adrenaline rush? Today, you’ll go white-water rafting through the jungle on the Jatunyacu River – on...
After breakfast, you'll go on a guided hike to learn how natural essential oils are extracted from Amazonian plants for medicine and aromatherapy. Cool off with a...
The time has come to pack your bags as your Ecuadorian experience comes to an end at 9am. After one final breakfast, you’ll be driven back to Mariscal Sucre Internati...
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Hotel Patio Andaluz , Quito Expect comfortable, spacious rooms at this elegant colonial-style hotel in the heart of Quito’s historic center – an ideal base from which to explore the cultural landmarks of the capital. Indulge in delicious Ecuadorian tapas, wine and cocktails at the Cava Marquéz de Jeréz bar.
Chilcabamba Lodge , Cotopaxi National Park At 3,480m (11,417ft) above sea level, this rustic mountain lodge offers homey accommodation with breathtaking views of Cotopaxi volcano. Grab a drink by the fire pit and gaze at the star-studded sky in this wonderfully tranquil setting.
La Floresta Hotel , Baños This cozy hotel, close to downtown Baños, features tastefully decorated rooms with traditional Ecuadorian furnishings and a peaceful private garden – primed for relaxing after a busy day exploring. Make the most of the plentiful breakfast buffet.
Kuyana Amazon Lodge , Tena Tune into the Amazon at this serene hideaway surrounded by dense tropical rainforest. Stylish, luxurious rooms are accompanied by an outdoor pool and restaurant serving sumptuous Ecuadorian dishes made with organic, locally sourced ingredients.
Termas de Papallacta , Papallacta Soak in hot springs and treat yourself to a relaxing massage at this spa resort in the Andes mountains – a truly memorable final stop on your Ecuadorian journey. If you’re feeling bold, why not give the chocolate or clay body treatments a go?
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