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Highlands of Ecuador

8 days
Start and end in Quito
4.9
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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Kitu), Hotel (Hotel Kituandes)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group

    Optional Activities

    • Quito City Tour & Equator Line
  2. Day 2

    Quito to Otavalo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Santa Fe)

    Included Activities

    • Otavalo Handicrafts Market Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Peguche Waterfall Visit
    Landmarks
    Otavalo Handicrafts Market
  3. Day 3

    Otavalo to Cotopaxi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Tierra del Volcan)

    Optional Activities

    • Cotopaxi Area Exploration
    • Mountain Biking with Views of Cotopaxi Volcano
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi Volcano
    Cotopaxi National Park
  4. Day 4

    Cotopaxi to Cuenca

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Boxed lunch at a viewpoint overlooking the Andes Mountains)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Casona Cuenca)

    Included Activities

    • Cotopaxi National Park Visit
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Andes Mountains
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  5. Day 5

    Cuenca

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Casona Cuenca)

    Included Activities

    • Cuenca City Tour
    Landmarks
    Cuenca Historical Centre
    Turi Viewpoint
  6. Day 6

    Cuenca

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (La Casona Cuenca)

    Optional Activities

    • Cajas National Park Hiking
    • Ingapirca Ruins Day Trip
    • Hot Springs Soak
    • Gualaceo and Chordeleg Day Trip
    Landmarks
    Cajas National Park
    Ingapirca Ruins
  7. Day 7

    Cuenca to Quito

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Kitu), Hotel (Hotel Kituandes)

    Optional Activities

    • Quito City Tour & Equator Line
  8. Day 8

    Quito

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Quito City Tour & Equator Line

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What's Included

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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Operated by

G Adventures

Platinum Operator
Rating
4.7(12,637 reviews)
Response time
3 hours
Response rate
88%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 15 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.4
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.3
  • 4.7

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  • Highlands of Ecuador reviewer 1
    April 1st, 2026
    Our guide Maria is knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The tour has the right mix of group activities and free time...
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    Traveled in March 2026
  • B
    May 28th, 2025
    Van ride on the Andes Mountain.
    Traveled in May 2025
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thanks for your review, Boon!
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  • Highlands of Ecuador reviewer 3
    November 19th, 2024
    Elmer was such a great guide and a really lovely person. His clear investment in our group and his care for his...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, Elizabeth! It sounds like you had a wonderful time in Ecuador. We hope to welcome you back with us in the future!
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  • Highlands of Ecuador reviewer 4
    September 22nd, 2024
    Well organized, all details on point
    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you so much for your review, Vivian! The world deserves more you!
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  • A
    October 9th, 2022
    It was great!
    Traveled in February 2022
    Review collected by G Adventures
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thanks for your feedback. We are so glad that you had a great time
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  • Highlands of Ecuador reviewer 6
    May 21st, 2023
    This was a brilliant tour and great experience of visiting my first country in South America. It was one if the best...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Anil, Thanks so much! We can't wait to have you back with us!.
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  • Highlands of Ecuador reviewer 7
    January 11th, 2023
    Frank was an excellent tour guide.
    Traveled in December 2022
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Mani! Thanks for the kind words about Frank. Our world deserves more you.
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  • A
    October 29th, 2018
    G Adventures is great way to see the world without the hassle of figuring it all out on your own.
    Traveled in October 2018
  • A
    October 27th, 2018
    I felt the accommodation was right for the trip and especially liked the ranch stay, very fitting for where we were.
    Traveled in October 2018
  • A
    October 19th, 2018
    I love the G style of travel and i've yet to have a bad experience with them.
    Traveled in September 2018

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    Edward

    Asked on February 17th, 2026

    I am looking at the Ecuador trip from April 3 through April 10. I should have a travel voucher with G Adventures. I've canceled prior trip to Africa past July and there should be a credit of $800 on my account. Please let me know how it works.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2026

      I can see you have a credit of USD802.35 on your file. All you need to do is make a booking through Tour Radar and then let us know through your booking page, and we can add this on for you

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      Visa and entry requirements are the traveler's responsibility; please verify these before departure.

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    What should I do if my flight is delayed?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      If your flight is delayed, the transfer team can track your flight and adjust accordingly for your pickup.

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    Asked on September 24th, 2024

    What is the pricing for pre-tour accommodation?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      Pre-tour accommodation in Quito is available for $60 per night.

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    Asked on September 3rd, 2024

    Is it safe to travel to Ecuador? What safety measures are being taken for travellers?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      Our travellers safety is our number one priority and we have local teams in destination who are constantly assessing the safety. We are currently running a number of tours in Ecuador successfully and with great customer feedback. We regularly keep up to date with the Foreign Office advice and should we consider a destination to be unsafe we would suspend any tours.

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    Asked on July 4th, 2024

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      As of now, all trips to Ecuador are operating as normal and safety measures are in place.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      Once requested, please accept the changes on your booking page to confirm additional services.

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      Tour pricing generally covers accommodation, certain meals, and activities as outlined in the itinerary.

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      Travelers must have Emergency Medical Travel Insurance that covers the entire duration of the tour.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2024

      Transfers between locations are usually provided, but private transfer requests can also be arranged at an additional cost.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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