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TRIP AROUND ECUADOR
20 DAYS / 19 NIGHTS
Around Ecuador
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20 days 19 night
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2 - 12 people
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adventure
TRIP AROUND ECUADOR
20 days / 19 nights
altitude
0 m
duration
20 days 19 night
group size
2 - 12 people
difficulty
Easy / Moderate
Itinerary
DAY 1.- ARRIVAL IN QUITO-TRANSFER IN
DAY 2.- QUITO CITY TOUR – MITAD DEL MUNDO
DAY 3.- QUITO – PAPALLACTA
DAY 4.- PAPALLACTA – LAGO AGRIO – CUYABENO
DAY 5.- CUYABENO
DAY 6.- CUYABENO
DAY 7.- CUYABENO – QUITO
DAY 8.- QUITO – OTAVALO-PEGUCHE-COTACACHI-CUICOCHA LAKE-QUITO
DAY 9.- QUITO-COTOPAXI -QUILOTOA
DAY 10.- QUILOTOA – BAÑOS
DAY 11.- BAÑOS ACTIVITIES (RAFTING or PUENTING or CANYONNING)
DAY 12.- BAÑOS – INGAPIRCA- CUENCA
DAY 13.- CUENCA- CITY TOUR – GUAYAQUIL
DAY 14.- GUAYAQUIL – MONTAÑITA
DAY 15.- MONTAÑITA – PUERTO LOPEZ-
DAY 16.- ISLA DE LA PLATA – LOS FRAILES
DAY 17.- PUERTO LOPEZ – BAHIA DE CARAQUEZ – CANOA
DAY 18.- CANOA – SANTO DOMINGO – QUITO
DAY 19.- QUITO – FREE DAY
DAY 20.- TRANSFER OUT.
Day 1: Arrival in Quito - transfer in
Depending on your flight. Upon arrival you’ll meet your guide and transport and then transfer to our hotel.
Day 2: QUITO - CITY TOUR - HALF THE WORLD
Today you have all day to explore the city of Quito. Founded in the 16th century and is located on the World Heritage List of UNESCO. You can walk the streets of colonial houses, churches, streets and plazas, with shops and restaurants. Climb the stairs of the church of San Francisco and can buy candles and incense to the Indians.
Quito with a location at 2800 meters can always breathe fresh mountain air. Continue north to reach the monument to the Equator, to visit its museums, and we must take the picture with one foot in the northern hemisphere and the other in the southern hemisphere.
Day 3: Quito - Papallacta
From Quito we advance towards the eastern cordillera and at the highest peak of the road, that is, at 4063 meters above sea level, we stop to take pictures of the Antisana volcano and the moorlands (if the weather is favorable). Already in the sector, we visit GUANGO which is an ideal ornithological center exclusively for the observation of hummingbirds (the habitat of the special hummingbird called sword beak).
Hike along the island trail – an ecological protection area of Termas de Papallacta -The trail is near the hot springs, at 3300 meters above sea level. And with a distance of 1.2 km. It is ideal to get to know the original Andean flora. It is time to enjoy the thermal pools of volcanic origin. It is a spa that has everything: more than 7 pools for children and adults, showers, dressing rooms, snack store and restaurant service.
Day 4: PAPALLACTA - AMAZON CUYABENO WILDLIFE RESERVE
Papallacta to Lago Agrio after early breakfast. Here you begin the largest rainforest in the world, the Amazon basin. This is the true primary rainforest left in Ecuador. With local transport we went to Cuyabeno River Bridge and then take a motorized wooden canoe to get to our lodge in the Cuyabeno National Park. A fantastic place! Here you can really see animals such as chiefs, alligators, parrots, blue butterflies “Morphos” kingfishers, toucans, parrots, monkeys and piranhas. Even with luck the freshwater dolphins is their Habitat Cuyabeno, hoatzin also “prehistoric,bird.”
Day 5: Cuayabeno Amazonia
Laguna Grande Adventure and Night Exploration
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will embark on a motorized canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to the impressive Laguna Grande, one of the most iconic places in the Amazon. During the tour, we will explore the lush primary forest, where our specialized guides will reveal the secrets of the lake ecosystems, the diversity of flora and fauna, and the ancestral use of medicinal plants.
Live a unique experience as you walk through the majesty of the jungle and connect with nature in its purest form. At the end of the day, you will witness a spectacular sunset that paints the horizon of Cuyabeno with vibrant colors, a view that will remain etched in your memory.
We will return to the lodge, and after dinner, an exciting night activity awaits you: a caiman watching tour, where you will discover these fascinating reptiles in their natural habitat under the light of the stars. An adventure full of surprises and discoveries awaits you!
Day 6: Cuyabeno Amazonia
Cultural Exploration and Nature Trip
After an energetic breakfast, we will head to the Siona Seoqueya community of Tarapuy, located on the banks of the Cuyabeno River. Under the expert guidance of our Amazonian guides, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating traditions and culture of this native community, learning about their way of life and ancestral practices.
During the visit, you will participate in authentic activities such as making handicrafts: earrings, necklaces and shigras (traditional handbags), and enjoy a demonstration of how casave, a traditional cassava bread that reflects the Siona’s ingenuity and connection to the land, is prepared.
In the afternoon, we will continue exploring the incredible Amazonian biodiversity as we navigate the Cuyabeno River. Be enveloped by the magic of nature as you watch and listen to the birds singing, monkeys frolicking, the sighting of the enigmatic pink dolphins and much more. It is an unforgettable experience that connects all your senses with the pure essence of the Amazon.
Day 7: Cuyabeno - Quito
Farewell to Cuyabeno and return to Quito.
We will begin our last day in the Amazon with an exciting wildlife observation at six in the morning, navigating the Cuyabeno River. This early morning tour is perfect for spotting birds, monkeys and other animals that are most active at dawn. After this unique experience, we will return to the lodge for a revitalizing breakfast.
At 09:00, we will start our return to the Cuyabeno Bridge and then continue to Lago Agrio, lunch and continue transportation back to Quito with an estimated arrival at 20:00. taking with you unforgettable memories of this Amazon adventure.
Day 8: OTAVALO – PEGUCHE - COTACACHI – CUICOCHA - QUITO
We leave in the morning is a tour of several villages around Otavalo. With a local guide, visiting all kinds of small handicraft enterprises. The Indians are manufacturers of baskets, hats and ponchos. We can learn how people live and how
to buy in their markets. In the afternoon visit a small community dedicated to community tourism. Lunch – Cuicocha Lake. Retourn to Quito
Day 9: QUITO – COTOPAXI - QUILOTOA
Visit the Cotopaxi National Park, the volcano of the same name, with 5897 meters high, the largest active volcano in the world. Our private transportation will take you through various vegetation zones up to 4,500 meters. On foot you can reach a zigzag path to a mountain hut at 4,800 meters. The height makes this walk 300 meters, relatively small we take 1 hour away, but the breathtaking views of the valleys near worth it.
Exit towards the south passing through the city of Latacunga, continuing then towards the Indigenous town of Zumbahua.
This trip ascends the central mountain range and offers a typical landscape of the Andean páramos.
A few minutes you can visit the Quilotoa lagoon located in the crater of an ancient volcano, its sulphurous waters do not allow any kind of life to exist in this lagoon.
From the viewpoint you can see the entire crater and also enjoy the handicrafts of the place, the Tigua paintings hand made by the Indians in sheepskin
Day 10: QUILOTOA LAKE + CAÑÓN DEL RÍO TOACHI – BAÑOS
Observation and photography of the Quilotoa Lagoon.
Descent to the lagoon, travel time 30 minutes (optional)
Arriving at the shore, you can enjoy the beauty or rent a kayak.
Hike uphill (45 minutes)
15:00 departure to Baños
Day 11: BAÑOS ACTIVITIES (RAFTING /PUENTING/ CANYONNING)
Known as the gateway to the Amazon and just 3 hours from Quito, crossing the Avenida de los Volcanes, Baños, located at the base of the Tungurahua volcano, is a town full of beautiful landscapes and a pleasant climate.
During our stay we will visit beautiful waterfalls, rivers, the zoo, thermal pools, among others. In addition (optional) we will make a spectacular bicycle tour, rafting, canopy, rappelling, much more.
Day 12: BAÑOS – INGAPIRCA- CUENCA
In a short walk we will admire the spectacular Andean panoramas. Inca ruins of Ingapirca. Going to the north towards the fortress of Ingapirca pre-colonial place greater site than in the fifteenth century, it was the first Inca city in Ecuador
Day 13: CUENCA – CITY TOUR – GUAYAQUIL
Tour in the City (3h.day) Cuenca is one of the most beautiful cities in Ecuador has much to offer as the charming colonial center, rich in history and with a strong flavor of the colonial past.
We will visit the Tomebamba river, the old and new cathedral and other major places of interest
Day 14: Breakfast - transfer to the upper part of Rancho el Chato visit giant tortoises in their natural state. Lava tunnels - Then transfer to the airport.
EL Chato Ranch Transfer on the way to the city of Puerto Ayora, you will go to visit the Ranch where the giant tortoises of Santa Cruz Island are found in a natural habitat. – Here you can learn about the endemic vegetation. – Lava lizard, finches, owls, and of course giant tortoises.
ava Tunnels Located southwest of the city of Santa Rosa, these tunnels were formed when molten lava flowed through subway channels, leaving behind impressive tunnels that are now a popular tourist attraction. You can visit these tunnels, but be sure to bring a flashlight. If you are looking for an unforgettable experience during your stay in the Galapagos, be sure to visit the lava tunnels!
Day 15: GUAYAQUIL – MONTAÑITA
We will tour the main streets and avenues of the city, visit the Simon Bolivar Park, the Malecon 2000, the docks and the Rotonda (with the statues of Bolivar and San Martin). Visit to the Colonial neighborhood of Las Peñas, where we can admire its wooden architecture and where many of its houses are art galleries, we will appreciate a beautiful panoramic view of Guayaquil and the Guayas River from the Santa Ana Fort.
Montañita is a village on the Santa Elena peninsula in Ecuador, known for its beaches with strong surf breaks and bohemian atmosphere. Lively bars, clubs and thatched-roof restaurants line the streets. Montañita Beach stretches north to La Punta, a rocky bluff overlooking the ocean. Further north along the coast is Olon village and the nearby cloud forest of the Chongon-Colonche mountains.
Day 16: MONTAÑITA – PUERTO LOPEZ
Puerto Lopez is a traditional fishing village on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in the province of Manabi that in recent years has attracted hundreds of tourists for its privileged location to observe the humpback whale, its proximity to Machalilla National Park and the opportunity to visit the so-called “Galapagos of the poor”: the Isla de la Plata. Get ready to explore a fascinating corner of Ecuador.
Day 16: ISLA DE LA PLATA – LOS FRAILES
Walk among blue-footed boobies, frigate birds, tropical birds and hundreds of seabirds and paradisiacal landscapes in La Plata Island or the Little Galapagos. Observation of sea turtles rescued and saved by the Sea Turtle Rescue Center of Machailla National Park and finally we finish with a refreshing swim and snorkel among colorful fish and coral reefs in La Plata Island. From June to mid October includes Humpback Whale Watching and other cetaceans that breed and mate in this area.
100% guaranteed whale watching (only available from June to September).
Day 17: PUERTO LOPEZ – BAHIA DE CARAQUEZ - CANOA
The heart and soul of Bahia, the Malecon, hugs the city for 270 degrees, from the barge dock, along the Chone River, up the Pacific side and into the hills at the end of town. The character of the Malecon changes according to its different occasions. Along the barge dock, it houses simple restaurants and craft kiosks, while near the peninsula end, it stretches in front of new condominiums of smart buildings.
Canoa is located north of Bahía de Caraquez and San Vicente, sharing the same coastal profile, between the estuaries of the Briceño and Canoa rivers. The beaches of the locality, as well as its typical gastronomy of the province of Manabí, constitute the main source of income of Canoa. Sports such as surfing, parasailing and hang gliding are also practiced.
Day 18: CANOA – SANTO DOMINGO - QUITO
The men of this ethnic group are easily distinguishable by their clothing, especially in the form of their hairstyle; this consists of shaving the temporal areas of the head and cutting the rest of their hair in such a way that their hairstyle takes the shape of a helmet; they use animal fats and annatto seeds to color this hairstyle. In their traditions they tell that during a time when a smallpox epidemic was decimating the population of the Tsáchilas, a witch-doctor spoke with spirits to ask their advice on how to cure the sick of the epidemic; the spirit guided them to an achiote bush and instigated them to completely cover their bodies with the juice of the pods of the fruit. After several days the fatal cases decreased dramatically. They consider themselves forever indebted to the spirit of that plant for the protection against smallpox it gave them. They were known as Achutines. They speak the Tsafiqui language, which means “true word”.
Day 19: QUITO FREE DAY (SHOPPING)
Including transport – guide – lunch – dinner
Day 20: Transfer Out
Exit for the airport and say goodbye to the land of the Indians, Andes, volcanoes nature. But you always take these new experiences ECUADOR Beautiful land of new friends.
INCLUDES
- PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION
- COMPANION CERTIFICATE GUIDE
- TRAVEL BY ALL MEALS PROGRAM CUYABENO
- ACCOMMODATION IN DOUBLE ROOMS IN SELECTED HOTELS
- BREAKFASTS
- TAXES
- AIR TICKET QUTO-LAGO AGRIO or COCA - QUITO
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- LUNCH AND DINNER
- TIPS AND TICKETS TO MUSEUMS, CHURCHES. NATIONAL PARKS
- TIPS
