Highlands of Ecuador

8 days*

From 5670 SEK was 7550 SEK

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Overview

If you’re short on time it doesn’t mean your cultural experience in Ecuador shouldn’t be colossal. This eight-day tour mixes exciting stuff like cities listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, lively markets, and natural wonders like Cotopaxi volcano, so you get to soak in impressive cityscapes as well as sweeping vistas like a well-travelled, insightful sponge.

Overview

Departs/Ends: Quito to Quito
Travel style: Classic
Physical rating: 3
Age requirements: You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Trip type: Max 16, avg 12

What you get

Accomodation: Hotels (5 nts), rustic mountain lodge (2 nts).
Transport: Local bus, plane, private vehicle.
Meals: 7 breakfasts
Team leader: CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Extras

The international flight to and from start and finish city is not included in the tour price. Allow USD200-260 for meals not included.

Map & Itinerary

Day 1 Quito

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Quito/Otavalo

Explore the largest handicraft market in South America, Otavalo market. Villagers from the surrounding countryside come every week to sell handmade goods as well as livestock, fruits, and vegetables. Meals included: breakfast

Day 3 Otavalo/Cotopaxi

Travel by bus to Cotopaxi National Park. In the afternoon, opt to explore the area or mountain bike with views of Cotopaxi Volcano. Spend the night in a mountain lodge near the national park. Meals included: breakfast

Day 4 Cotopaxi/Alausí

In the morning, visit Cotopaxi National Park before continuing on to Alausi. Meals included: breakfast

Day 5 Alausí/Cuenca

Board a train for an included excursion bound for the Devil's Nose, enjoy the ride on the switchbacks carved into the mountainside. After, head to Cuenca and marvel at its colonial architecture. Meals included: breakfast

Day 6 Cuenca

Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Cuenca. Opt for a city tour, go hiking in Cajas National Park, or soak in nearby hot springs. Meals included: breakfast

Day 7 Cuenca/Quito

Fly back to Quito and enjoy the night in this historical city. Meals included: breakfast

Day 8 Quito

Depart at any time. Meals included: breakfast

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