Classic Ecuador

11 Days

Start and end in Quito, Galapagos

Location Covered
Quito Galapagos Guayaquil
Price on Request

Highlights

  • Beautiful colonial towns.
  • Avenue of the Volcanoes.
  • Visit local communities.
  • Train journey along the Devil's Nose.
  • Galapagos cruise.

Itinerary

Fly to Quito. Arrive the following morning in Quito. (B)

Scenic tour of the old colonial centre of Quito, followed by a visit to the equatorial line monument, 'Middle of the World'. (It is possible to add in an extra night and stay at a hacienda in the region of Otavalo. This verdant countryside north of Quito is home to a colourful market, San Pablo lake and small surrounding villages where weavers and craftsmen work.) (B)

Transfers and excursions for the next two days will be on a shared basis. Private guide and transportation (except the train) can be booked at a supplement. Travel south into the 'Avenue of the Volcanoes', with its fertile valleys, traditional villages, patchwork fields and soaring volcanic peaks. Explore the Cotopaxi National Park, a habitat for a variety of birds and Andean flora. Continue by road to Riobamba and spend a night at Hacienda Abraspungo or similar. (B, L, D)

Travel by winding and scenic roads to the town of Alausí. Board the train for a journey down the zigzag tracks of the famous Devil's Nose, a masterpiece of railway engineering. Continue by road through stunning mountainous scenery to the Inca ruins of Ingapirca and finally on to Cuenca. Stay 2 nights at Hotel Santa Lucia. (B, L, D)

Full-day tour of Cuenca, Ecuador's beautiful southern colonial city. Explore the cobble-stoned streets, flower-filled plazas and historic churches. (B, L)

Drive via the moorlands of the Cajas National Park, down to the coastal region and the city of Guayaquil. Optional afternoon tour of Guayaquil, including the waterfront and the picturesque historic Barrio Las Peñas. Stay overnight at the Wyndham Guayaquil. (B)

Transfer to the airport and fly to the Galapagos Islands for a 3-night cruise on board the Beluga, a comfortable motor cruiser with a capacity for 16 passengers. It is also possible to take a 5 or a 7 night cruise, sailing on an alternative small or medium sized boat. (B, L, D)

Shared excursions to the islands with a naturalist guide. (B, L, D)

Fly to next destination. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described.
  • Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle.
  • The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative.
  • Local guides and entrance fees where applicable.
  • Monument entry fees.
  • Visas Fee (if applicable).
  • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes

Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

Yes

Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

Yes

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

Yes

Yes

Yes

Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

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3 Star

Tips always optional.

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Yes

 

Hacienda Abraspungo - Riobamba
La Casona de la Ronda - Quito
Santa Lucia - Cuenca
Wyndham - Guayaquil

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