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Explore Ecuador's Major Attractions In 10 Days From Quito
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Culture, Adventure Sports

  • Duration

    10 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, Spanish

Description

See the best of Ecuador as you explore Quito's old town, spot animals at Cotopaxi National Park, marvel at the enchanting landscapes, and head to the Lake of Quilotoa. Make your way to the Devil's Nose, participate in the adventurous activities in Banos, trek to the rainforest and go boating in the Native's canoe. Sum up all by enjoying the dance of natives and get a cultural experience on this 10-Day excursion.

Highlights
  • Explore UNESCO's heritage site, Quito Old Town
  • Spot different varieties of birds & animals in Cotopaxi National Park 
  • Visit one of the most incredible feats of railroad engineering, Devil's nose
  • Enjoy the traditional dance of the natives
  • Take an amazing ride on a native's canoe.
  • Relish the adventurous experience of river rafting in Tena
  • Day 1: Quito city Tour expand_more
    • Visit Quito Old Town, considered a heritage site by UNESCO and Panecillo viewpoint located at 3000 m.

    • Walk to the main plaza and gold church.

    • Later, drive 30 km to the equator line. Over there, visit the museum and discover the different ways used by the tribes to survive both in the highlands and in the jungle.

  • Day 2: Cotopaxi National Park expand_more
    • Depart from Quito and reach the Cotopaxi National Park.

    • Visit the lagoon of Limpiopungo and trek around it to spot birds and mammals. 

    • Hike to 15000 feet from the Conic volcano (Cotopaxi, similar to the one in Fuji mountain)

    Return to rest in the mountain farm lodge.

  • Day 3: Quilotoa Lake expand_more
    • Visit the lake of Quilotoa.

    • Trek around to see the enchanting landscapes.

    Overnight stay in the mountain farm lodge.

  • Day 4: Devil's Nose Train expand_more
    • Early in the morning, depart to the Alausi railway station to reach the Devil's Nose. (It is one of the most incredible feats of railroad engineering, completed in the early 1900s) 

    • Enjoy the Andes landscape and do some shopping.

    • By evening, enjoy the dance show of the natives.

    Overnight stay at the hotel or lodge.

  • Day 5: Gate of the Jungle expand_more
    • Drive to the town of Baños. Enjoy the waterfalls and hot springs.

    • Participate in activities such as rafting, biking, trekking and cannoning (depending upon your interest).

  • Day 6: Adventure in Banos expand_more
    • Continue with the adventurous activities in Baños. 

    • Post noon, head to the next destination Puyo, the city in the upper jungle.

    Overnight stay at the jungle lodge.

  • Day 7: Exploring Banos expand_more
    • Post breakfast, visit the Botanical Garden, where your guide will point out cinnamon plants.

    • Later, visit a secondary jungle reserve. Trek across the rain forest and take a refreshing bath in a sacred waterfall.

    Spend the night in a native Indian cabin and enjoy traditional lunch and dinner.

  • Day 8: Native Indian Community expand_more
    • Early in the morning, go boating in a native's canoe.

    • Later, do some shopping in a native Indian community.

    Spend the night in a jungle lodge.

  • Day 9: Tena expand_more
    • Depart to the town of Tena. En route, stop at the reserve, especially for rescued wild animals.

    • Later, go to another jungle lodge, where you can indulge in different activities like a canoe, night trek and piranha fishing.

  • Day 10: River rafting in Tena & Departure expand_more
    • The day begins with river rafting.

    The tour ends here. Bid goodbye and depart with tons of memories.

What's Included
  • Transportation

  • English speaking Spanish tour guide

  • Accommodation in tourist class hotel

  • Breakfast on all days

  • All entrance fees

What's Excluded
  • Extra food

  • Beverages

  • Extra activities

  • Any other personal expenses

Meeting Point

Quito, Ecuador

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 1299 Per Person

This is a private tour

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USD 1299 / person