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
You will be received by an English-speaking guide at the Quito Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Spend the night at Fuente de Piedra I hotel 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
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