Ecuador: From the Andes to the Pacific Ocean

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Tour Type
Private
Age Requirement
1 - 80 yrs
Operated In
English

Starts

Ends

Quito, Ecuador

Guayaquil, Ecuador

Highlights

Explore Quito, the first UNESCO World Heritage Site

Discover the famous Otovalo indigenous market

Soak up spectacular views at Cotopaxi National Park

Embark on a train ride through the diverse Andean landscape

Itinerary

Ecuador: From the Andes to the Pacific Ocean offers an exhilarating journey through a land bursting with contrasts. Starting in the heights of the Andes, this 9-day guided tour takes you along the legendary Avenue of the Volcanoes, with stops at Cotopaxi National Park and the stunning Cuicocha Lake. Dive into indigenous markets to gain an authentic view of Andean life, then marvel at the colonial elegance of Quito, Ecuador’s capital.

The adventure continues through the Northern Sierra, where shimmering lakes and vibrant artisan villages paint a vivid portrait of local culture. The Central Sierra, famed as the Avenue of Volcanoes, reveals Inca ruins and breathtaking natural wonders before you descend to Guayaquil, the energetic city known as the Pearl of the Pacific.

This trip’s unique selling point is the sheer variety packed into a compact timeframe: from towering peaks and historic cities to lush coastlines. At the end of the tour, travelers can choose to extend their journey to the Galapagos, relax on sun-kissed beaches, or venture into the rainforest, allowing for a customized ending to an already diverse experience. Perfect for those eager to sample Ecuador’s full spectrum of landscapes and cultures in one seamless tour package.

Day 1Arrive in Quito
Day 2Explore Quito & Otavalo
Day 3Visit the crystalline Cuicocha Lake
Day 4Explore Cotopaxi National Park
Day 5Head to Tigua & Riobamba; visit Quilotoa Lake
Day 6Drive to Cuenca; with a detour train ride to Sibambe
Day 7Sightseeing across Cuenca
Day 8Travel to Guayaquil through Cajas Park
Day 9Return home
Ecuador: From the Andes to the Pacific Ocean

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What's Included

8 breakfastsAirport pickup and drop-offA professional English-speaking guide7 nights' accommodation in 2 and 3 star hotelsPrivate transfers throughout the tripEntrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itineraryBoat and train ride tickets as per the itinerary

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

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