Ecuador Discovered
8 days - from $1295
A taste of Ecuador, including colonial Quito, the Andes and the lush jungles of the Amazon Basin
Ecuador is a small country but within its borders you will find incredible diversity. On this short tour you will be introduced to the many facets of this colourful country. Starting in Quito we enjoy time discovering its colonial heart before turning eastward, descending to the Amazon basin. On the way there’s time to relax at the thermal springs at Papallacta before arriving at the Cotococha Jungle Lodge overlooking the Napo River. Your time in the jungle is packed with activities including jungle walks with an experienced guide and a visit to a local Quichua community. On the way to the Andean town of Banos you will stop at the beautiful Pailon del Diablo waterfall. Banos is back-dropped by the mighty Tungurahua Volcano and during your stay your time is your own to relax and enjoy the wonderful scenery Ð or, if you have a yearning for some outdoor activities, you can trek, cycle or even horseback ride. Driving along the ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’ you come to the Cotopaxi National Park, and the perfectly shaped Cotopaxi volcano (5897m). Here you can walk to the refuge for fantastic views of the mountains. Leaving Cotopaxi behind we descend to the Quito valley where our Ecuadorian adventure comes to an end.
Highlights
- Climb the Basilica, Quito
- Colonial Quito
- Cotopaxi Volcano
- Ecuador’s Amazon
- Soak in Papallacta’s Hot Springs
- Take the waters in Banos
Itinerary:
Day 1-2: (Tue) Arrive in Quito and transfer to hotel. Tour of colonial Quito.3-4: Drive to Cotococha Amazon Jungle Lodge via Papallacta hot springs. Jungle and river excursions.5-6: Drive to Banos via 'El Pailon del Diablo' waterfall. Free day in Banos for optional activities.7: Return to Quito via Cotopaxi Volcano.8: Trip ends in Quito this morning (Tue).
Included: Local tour leader, arrival transfer, activities in jungle with native guide, transport, sightseeing, entrance and park fees.
Not Included: Airport departure tax, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Valid From: 01 Jan 07
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Starts/Ends: Quito to Quito
Trip Reference: PSED