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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Explorer - 13 days
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6 days ago
13 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
20 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
Highlights
Quito – Explore the historic old town on a guided walking tour and stand on the Equator at the iconic Middle of the World monument
Mindo – Hike through the cloud forest to waterfalls, ride a canopy cable car, and visit a local chocolate producer
Otavalo – Browse the colorful Otavalo Market and discover traditional indigenous crafts and culture
Cuicocha Crater Lake – Hike along the crater’s scenic rim and take a boat ride across its volcanic waters
Cotacachi – Explore the town’s famed leather workshops and artisan boutiques
Cotopaxi National Park – Walk around Limpiopungo Lake and admire panoramic views of the towering Cotopaxi Volcano
Santa Cruz Island – Encounter giant tortoises in the highlands and snorkel with sea lions and tropical fish in Academy Bay
San Cristobal Island – Visit Isla Lobos to observe blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and other native wildlife along the coast
Cotopaxi National Park – Walk around Limpiopungo Lake and admire panoramic views of the towering Cotopaxi Volcano
Santa Cruz Island – Encounter giant tortoises in the highlands and snorkel with sea lions and tropical fish in Academy Bay
San Cristobal Island – Visit Isla Lobos to observe blue-footed boobies, sea lions, and other native wildlife along the coast
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What's Included
Accommodation
12 nights in 3-5 star hotels
Meals
12 breakfasts & 6 lunches
Transport
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles while on land and boatsDomestic flights from Quito – Galapagos – Quito
Guide
Escorted by a local English speaking guide in Ecuador and an English speaking naturalist guide in the Galapagos
Others
Equator Line Museum tourHiking to waterfalls in the cloud forest of MindoVisit to a butterfly sanctuary and chocolate factory in MindoVisit to Otavalo indigenous marketHike at Cuicocha crater lakeVisit to Cotopaxi National ParkVolcanic hot springs visit in PapallactaHiking in the Santa Cruz HighlandsSnorkelling & swimming opportunities at Isla Lobos & Academy BayAcademy Bay day tourUse of hiking polesSnorkelling gear (Snorkelling mask, fins & life vest)Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner, and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
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Itinerary
Embark on a 13-day tour of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, beginning in the historic capital of Quito. Explore the Cotopaxi volcano, hike around crater lakes, and immerse yourself in local traditions, including cooking with Andean women and discovering Ecuador’s textiles and chocolate. Then, travel to the Galapagos Islands, where you'll see giant tortoises on Santa Cruz, snorkel with sea lions, and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Spot wildlife like blue-footed boobies and manta rays on San Cristobal and Isla Lobos, before returning to Quito.
day 1Arrival in Quito!
Welcome to Quito, the largest and best-preserved colonial city in South America, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Known as the Cultural Capital of South America, it lies on the equator in a valley at the foothills of the Pichincha volcano. Once you have arrived in Quito, make your way to the hotel for check-in. Depending on your arrival time, you may have some time to explore Quito's historic old town and its surroundings. Meet your fellow travellers and guide at 6 PM for a welcome briefing, so everyone can get to know each other and you can ask any questions you may have.
OverNight
Quito
day 2Quito City Tour
day 3Quito to Mindo
day 4Mindo Cloud Forest Adventure
day 5Otavalo Market
day 6Cuicocha Crater Lake & Papallacta Hot Springs
day 7Hot Springs & Cotopaxi Volcano
day 8Giant Tortoises & Lava Streams
day 9Academy Bay Discovery
day 10Darwin Research Station & San Cristobal Island
