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8 days tour

Adventurous Ecuador

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Adventurous Ecuador

This tour includes:

Accommodation

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 ยญ Hotel Patio Andaluz Expect comfortable, spacious rooms at this elegant colonial-style hotel in the heart of Quitoโ€™s historic center โ€“ an ideal base from which to explore the cultural landmarks of the capital. Indulge in delicious Ecuadorian tapas, wine and cocktails at the Cava Marquรฉz de Jerรฉz bar. ยญ Chilcabamba Lodge 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. ยญ La Floresta Hotel This cozy hotel, close to downtown Baรฑos, features tastefully decorated rooms with traditional Ecuadorian furnishings and a peaceful private garden โ€“ primed for relaxing after a busy day exploring. Make the most of the plentiful breakfast buffet. ยญ Kuyana Amazon Lodge 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. ยญ Termas de Papallacta Soak in hot springs and treat yourself to a relaxing massage at this spa resort in the Andes mountains โ€“ a truly memorable final stop on your Ecuadorian journey. If youโ€™re feeling bold, why not give the chocolate or clay body treatments a go? ยญ

Transport

Private and local transport Arrival airport transfer

Guide

Local Insider

Others

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 Baรฑos Waterfall Route bike ride Yaku Runa project visit White-water rafting Jungle night hike Natural Oils Trail guided hike Waterfall swim

Meals

Seven breakfasts, six lunches, four dinners

Hygieneprotocol

An average size of our groups is 10 which means you have the security of the group, but can avoid large crowds. All our Local Insiders will be Health & Safety trained and ensure your safety and wellbeing is the number one priority. Our private vehicles will feature daily assigned seating and undergo daily deep cleaning of all surfaces. Where possible, we use small / boutique accommodation which means fewer guests and less contact with other travellers. We require all hotels to provide protocols around the extra health & hygiene measures taken. Most included activities will be exclusive to our group where possible to minimize contact with other travellers and locals.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Adventurous Ecuador

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Quito
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Quito

      Upon arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport, youโ€™ll be whisked off to your hotel in the Old Town district of Quito (the second-highest capital city in the world at 2,850m/9,350ft above sea level) and meet our Local Insider at 6pm who will accompany the group throughout the trip. In the evening, get to know your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner, washed down with an cold Pilsener โ€“ Ecuadorโ€™s favorite beer. Be sure to get a good nightโ€™s rest ahead of an action-packed day exploring the city tomorrow.


      Accommodation:

      Hotel Patio Andaluz


      Activities included:

      Welcome dinner

  • Day 2 Day 2: Explore Quito And Attend An Ecuadorian Cooking Masterclass
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Explore Quito And Attend An Ecuadorian Cooking Masterclass

      Kick start the trip with an optional morning visit to the equator โ€“ head to the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo and Intiรฑan Museum where you can stand with your feet in two hemispheres. Regroup in Quitoโ€™s historic center (a Unesco World Heritage site) for a walking tour of the Plaza Grande, Presidential Palace and La Compaรฑรญa church. After admiring the impressive array of colonial architecture and wandering down lively La Ronda street, youโ€™ll embark on a gastronomic journey at Altamira restaurant. Learn how to prepare a variety of traditional Ecuadorian dishes in a cooking masterclass, capped off with a chocolate-tasting session.


      Accommodation:

      Hotel Patio Andaluz


      Activities included:

      Quito walking tour

      Ecuadorian cooking masterclass and market visit

      Chocolate-tasting session


      Optional activities:

      Ciudad Mitad del Mundo and Intiรฑan Museum visit

  • Day 3 Day 3: Go Horseback Riding In Cotopaxi National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Go Horseback Riding In Cotopaxi National Park

      Today, youโ€™ll journey south towards Cotopaxi National Park, dominated by the 5,897m

      (19,347ft) high Cotopaxi stratovolcano โ€“ the second-highest peak in Ecuador. If the conditions are clear, youโ€™ll spot the snow-capped summit as you hike around the Limpiopungo glacial lagoon. Learn all about the flora, fauna and eruption history of the park at the Interpretation Center. Next, set out on a scenic horseback ride, where youโ€™ll be introduced to the chagra cowboy culture of the Ecuadorian highlanders. Following a picnic lunch in Salitre, continue on to your mountain hacienda for the night.


      Accommodation:

      Chilcabamba Lodge


      Activities included:

      Limpiopungo Lagoon hike

      Cotopaxi Interpretation Center visit

      Horseback riding

  • Day 4 Day 4: Hike Round Quilotoa Lake And Visit A Tigua Art Studio
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Hike Round Quilotoa Lake And Visit A Tigua Art Studio

      Prepare yourself for another unforgettable hike as you venture to Quilotoa โ€“ a volcano on the westernmost edge of the Ecuadorian Andes, off the usual tourist trail. Itโ€™s known for its emerald-green crater lake. After a short walk round the rim, stop by a Tiguan studio owned by Julio Toaquiza โ€“ an artist who pioneered a vibrant painting style, depicting life in the high Andes. In the afternoon, shop for handcrafted souvenirs at Salcedo Market โ€“ itโ€™s a great place to get under the skin of Andean culture. Next stop, Baรฑos โ€“ widely considered the adventure capital of Ecuador.


      Accommodation:

      La Floresta Hotel


      Activities included:

      Quilotoa Lake hike

      Tigua art studio visit

      Salcedo Market visit

  • Day 5 Day 5: Cycle The Magnificent Baรฑos Waterfall Route
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Cycle The Magnificent Baรฑos Waterfall Route

      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 Tungurahua volcano and the gaping valley below. Feeling brave? Give it a go. Afterwards, embark on an adventurous bike ride to three waterfalls on the road from Baรฑos to Puyo: Agoyรกn, Manto de la Novia and the 80m (262ft) high Pailon del Diablo (Devilโ€™s Cauldron). The water from these falls will eventually run into the Amazon River. Enjoy lunch with the Yaku Runa indigenous community before moving on to Tena โ€“ the gateway to the Amazon rainforest.


      Accommodation:

      Kuyana Amazon Lodge


      Activities included:

      Swing at the End of the World visit

      Baรฑos Waterfall Route bike ride

      Yaku Runa project visit

  • Day 6 Day 6: Go White-Water Rafting On The Jatunyacu River
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Go White-Water Rafting On The Jatunyacu River

      Ready for an adrenaline rush? Today, youโ€™ll go white-water rafting through the jungle on the Jatunyacu River โ€“ one of the main tributaries of the Amazon River. Meaning โ€™big waterโ€™ in the native Quechua language, the Jatunyacu features a combination of wild rapids and flat scenic stretches, allowing you to appreciate the lush rainforest scenery. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge. Come nightfall, take a guided forest trek and listen out for birds, monkeys and reptiles.


      Accommodation:

      Kuyana Amazon Lodge


      Activities included:

      White-water rafting

      Jungle night hike

  • Day 7 Day 7: Follow The Natural Oils Trail At Kuyana Amazon Lodge
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Follow The Natural Oils Trail At Kuyana Amazon Lodge

      After breakfast, go on a guided hike to learn how natural essential oils are extracted from Amazonian plants for medicine and aromatherapy. Cool off with a refreshing dip in the waterfalls and make your way back to the lodge for lunch. Itโ€™s then time to leave the jungle behind and head back up towards the Andes. Youโ€™ll eventually arrive in the village of Papallacta, where you can relax in hot springs or book yourself in for a soothing spa treatment at the hotel. Cap off your trip with a farewell group dinner.


      Accommodation:

      Termas de Papallacta


      Activities included:

      Natural Oils Trail guided hike

      Waterfall swim

      Farewell dinner

  • Day 8 Day 8: Depart From Papallacta
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Depart From Papallacta

      The time has come to pack your bags as your Ecuadorian experience comes to an end at 9am. After one final breakfast, youโ€™ll be driven back to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito. Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and catch your flight home โ€“ or extend your stay by joining our Galรกpagos Islands trip.


      Activities included:

      Airport transfer

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 25 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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