Ecuador in 13 days - Tropical Discovery & Galapagos Dreams - Superior
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Overview
Highlights
- Baños
- Cotopaxi National Park
- Cuenca
- Galapagos Islands
- Guayaquil
- Quito
- Ruins of Ingapirca
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- Departures from main U.S. airports.
- International flights U.S. - Quito - U.S.
- Domestic flights Guayaquil - Galapagos - Quito. *
- 12 nights accommodation in classic and deluxe category hotels.
- 12 Breakfasts and 2 lunches.
- Transfers.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with English speaking guide.
- All air taxes & fuel surcharge.
- Excursion on a Traditional Ecuadorian Chiva.
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Arrive at your departure airport to board a flight to Quito. Arrive in Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a city famed for its high vantage point in the Andean mountains and its rich Inca heritage. Transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the relaxed culture of the Ecuadorian Sierra. Overnight stay in Quito.
After breakfast, meet with a local guide and embark on a fascinating guided tour of Quito to discover its most emblematic sights. Explore the Historic Center, declared a World Heritage Site and filled with charming colonial-era architecture. Get a taste of local life ...
Breakfast at the hotel. Set off towards Banos, a subtropical area close to the Amazon basin, known for its beautiful hot springs. On route, pass through the Cotopaxi National Park on a panoramic tour, where you can see a wonderful panoramic view of the active Cotopaxi...
Head into the spectacular landscapes of Baños today as you set off on a waterfall excursion onboard a traditional Chiva! A Chiva is a traditional form of transport in Ecuador, an open-sided vehicle from which you can enjoy captivating views of your surroundings and fe...
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Baños this morning as you journey through the province of Chimborazo on route to El Chimborazo, the highest volcano in Ecuador standing at 6,310 meters. It was estimated that the last eruption was around 550 A.D. and therefore it is a do...
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a visit to the charming towns of Guamote and Alausi, before heading for the fascinating ruins of Ingapirca, the largest and most well preserved Inca ruins in Ecuador.* Discover this ancient city and wonder at the history behi...
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning exploring Cuenca at your leisure. In the afternoon depart to Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador, located on the Pacific coast. On the way, stop in the impressive Cajas National Park, known for its glistening lakes and home...
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Baltra, in the incredible Galapagos Islands! From Baltra, transfer to the island of Santa Cruz by crossing the Itabaca channel on board a local ferry. On arrival, pay a visit to the beautiful Santa Cruz h...
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the day at your leisure to discover the delights of the Galapagos. Head to the beach, take a snorkelling trip or get to know the local way of life in Puerto Ayora, the island's capital. We recommend an optional excursion to an uninhabited island to discover more of the incredible Galapagos wildlife! Overnight in Santa Cruz.
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning by exploring the beautiful island of Santa Cruz at your leisure. In the afternoon take the public speedboat to the island of San Cristobal, passing the island of Santa Fe on the way. The journey time is approximately 2-3 hours...
Breakfast at the hotel. There's nothing planned for today, so enjoy a day to explore at your leisure. Why not visit some of San Cristobal's most important natural sights, such as its Giant Tortoise Sanctuary or the incredible highland lagoon of El Junco. Alternatively...
Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to head back to the mainland. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Quito. Arrive in Quito, transfer to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure, shopping for souvenirs, soaking up the city's atmosphere or indulging in the flavours of Ecuadorian cuisine. Overnight stay in Quito.
Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to bring your adventure through Ecuador to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your flight back to the US. Night on board.* *Please note: Depending on the flight departure time you may arrive back in the US today.
Arrive in the US and end your trip.
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