10-Days Mainland Active Tour
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Overview
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- Mesmerizing Quilotoa: Discover the Enchanting Crater Lake
- Majestic Antisana: Trekking amidst Pristine Wilderness
- Majestic Cotopaxi: Trekking in the Shadow of an Active Volcano
- Adventurous Baños: Rafting Thrills on the Rio Pastaza
- Thrilling Outdoor Activities: Rafting, Hiking, and Trekking
- Captivating Chimborazo: Conquering Ecuador's Highest Peak
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- 9 nights of lodging
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Itinerary
We are excited to welcome you to Ecuador! As you embark on your journey, relax and enjoy a scenic 45-minute drive into Quito. While en route, you'll receive a delightful overview of your trip's itinerary, setting the tone for a memorable adventure.
Upon arrival...
To the northwest and as one of the nearby attractions of Quito, passing by the famous monument to the Middle of the World we have Mindo with its hot humid climate for being on the border between two regions; the Andes and the Ecuadorian coast. Its cloud forest is a pl...
This morning you will be able to hop on the cable car "Teleferico" which brings you up to 4.000 m on the Pichincha volcano, from where you can enjoy a spectacular view over the city and the surrounding mountains.
You will catch a breathtaking sight of Quito Cit...
This morning, head southeast from Quito to cross into Napo Province, home of the Reserva Ecologica Antisana (Antisana Ecological Reserve). The park gets its name from the snow-capped Antisana Volcano, but today you'll be visiting a different kind of landmark: Laguna d...
Wake up early in the morning, after a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will visit Quilotoa Lagoon, which is a blue-green volcanic crater lake, that sits in the rugged Andean countryside.
Your expert guide will lead you through tropical forests to one of t...
Visit the second highest volcano in Ecuador, the Cotopaxi, which has an altitude of 5,897 meters above sea level and is active. On our one-day tour, you can visit this protected area and climb to the first refuge at 4,864m above sea level where you will be closer to t...
This morning, ride along the scenic Ruta de Cascadas (Waterfall Route) toward the village of Rio Verde. Along the way, you'll see the route's namesake water features.
When you arrive in town, take a short hike to one of the better-known waterfalls in the area, ...
Will begin with an introduction to kayaking to discuss the equipment and general safety guidelines.
Once ready the boat will push off from shore and within moments you will find yourself being drenched in the first rapids, depending on the climate it can be in ...
Early in the morning, drive through valleys and farming villages to reach the Chimborazo Volcano, the highest mountain in Ecuador (6310m). Its summit is the furthest point from the centre of the earth on the entire planet. On a clear day, the majestic peak of Chimbora...
As your time in Ecuador draws to a close, it's hard not to feel a sense of fondness for this remarkable country. From the awe-inspiring Andes Mountains to the lush Amazon rainforest, Ecuador offers a wealth of natural beauty and cultural richness that leaves an indeli...
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We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise.
We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise. Our travel agent...
Alvaro helped me and my husband plan our honeymoon trip to Ecuador and it was amazing!
Alvaro helped me and my husband plan our honeymoon trip to Ecuador and it was amazing! Our guides were very kind and knowledgeable. We learned not only about the are...
We had the most amazing trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands - a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
We had the most amazing trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands - a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From the initial interaction and Alvaro all the way through to o...
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We are a team full of travel enthusiasts with 13+ years of experience, ready to support and help you find the best out of your Trip.
We understand that travel is becoming an important part of people's desires and we are happy to help all travelers who want memories.
Alexander Humboldt admired and studied the diversity of nature along the equator during his American journey from 1799 to 1804. Subsequently, the world-famous Charles Darwin visited the Galapagos Islands in 1835 and was inspired to write his theory of evolution by their unique nature, flora, and fauna.
By traveling to Ecuador with Ecuador Galapagos Travels, you will be inspired by the country’s unique landscapes and diverse civilizations. Discover the wonders of the animal and plant worlds evolving on the Galapagos archipelago; immerse yourself in extraordinary and ancient cultures that have survived the ages while traveling through the Amazon basin and the Andean highlands; enjoy trekking through pristine national parks and horseback riding in the shadow of glaciated mountain peaks; or make new friends during a Spanish language course in Quito.
To guarantee that your expectations of Ecuador are fulfilled, Ecuador and Galapagos Travel Team specialize in tailor-made travel services to fit your every need, whether in the Amazon, the Andes, the coast, or the Galapagos Islands. From hotels to jungle excursions, Andean peaks to Galapagos cruises, and palm-fringed beaches to paramo hikes, we will help you realize your goals, escape the mundane, and get great care for your tailored vacation on the equator.
We warmly welcome you to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
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