5 Day Amazon Express

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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the "Middle of the World" monument at the Equator that marks latitude 0º A motorized canoe whisks you to your Amazon lodge overlooking the river Stay in the Amazon region, the world's largest ecosystem A night tour in the jungle introduces you to the wonders and serenity of the Amazon Visit a local Quechua community to learn about their tribal customs and everyday Amazonian life Enjoy the thermal pools in Papallacta, known for its legendary hot springs †Arrival transfer is available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    1 Quito, 2 Amazon, 1 Papallacta

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Round trip flights Miami-Quito, Quito-Miami Some departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking. Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 4 nights accommodations
    • 1 night Quito 2 nights Tena (Amazon) 1 night Papallacta Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage Arrival transfer included only with airfare purchase on package arrival dates† Departure transfer 10 meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of English-speaking local guides Entrance fees per itinerary

Itinerary

DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Ecuador
Depart for Ecuador. Arrive in Quito, capital of Ecuador, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure Overnight: Quito▲

DAY 2, Saturday - "Middle of the World" Monument, Amazon Lodge
This morning after an orientation meeting, visit to the impressive "Middle of the World" monument at the Equator, which marks latitude 0º. Here, you can stand with one foot in the Northern and one in the Southern Hemisphere! After a stop at a local restaurant for lunch, ...
DAY 3, Sunday - Amazon Adventure Day
Arise early this morning, if you wish to join the excursion to the parrot clay licks. These unique walls of mud, rich in minerals, attract hundreds of colorful parrots every day. Later, a hike along the nature trail to view jungle life up-close. The hike will require som...
DAY 4, Monday - Visit a Quecha Community, Papallacta Hot Springs
Today, visit a local Quechua community to learn about their tribal customs and hear stories of everyday Amazonian life. After a tasting and demonstration of homemade chocolates, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, travel to Papallacta, tucked away in the And...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Depart Ecuador
Transfer to the airport in Quito for your departure flight Transfers depart the hotel approximately 5 hours prior to flight time Meals: Breakfast

▲ Due to the high elevation, travel in the Ecuadorian Andes may cause some passengers to experience the temporary effe...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,199
Price per day$240
Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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Availability
06 Dec 2024
11 Dec 2024
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$1,299

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Gate 1 Travel offers escorted tours, European river cruises, independent vacations and customized international vacation packages for less. Our discount travel packages and tour packages to destinations worldwide provide exceptional value, saving our customers time and money. We have taken care of all the details so you don't have to. Find your dream vacation today.

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Mission: To deliver More of the World for Less by developing quality, affordable vacations for North Americans. To provide exemplary service to our customers and to earn their loyalty. To respect our partners. To invest in our employees, providing a safe and comfortable work environment. To know and understand our products and destinations. To constantly innovate and be a leader in technology.

Founded in 1981 with 3 employees; now with over 200 employees worldwide

Headquarters: Fort Washington, PA (Suburban Philadelphia)

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Age Requirements
18 years and up
Additional Information

Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival transfers.

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