Does this tour include airport pickup / drop-off?

Airport pickup and drop-off are not included as standard. However, Intrepid can assist with pre-booking an arrival transfer from the airport and a departure transfer at the end of the trip, both available at an additional cost.

The description says Guayaquil to Quito but the itinerary says it starts in Quito. The description mentions Cuenca but the itinerary doesn't. Which is correct the description or the itinerary? I want to go to Cuenca, does it go to Cuenca or not. If not, do you have one which goes to the places this one goes too plus Cuenca?

The description is incorrect, we have notified Tour Radar to update the trip page. Ecuador Highlands Itinerary starts and ends in Quito and does not include Cuenca.

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Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
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Itinerary

Day 1
Quito
Quito
Optional Activities
- Urban Adventures Quito Legends and Culture Tour through historic centre
Landmarks
Quito Old Town
Day 2
Quito to Tena
Quito to Tena
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at eco-lodge)
Included Activities
- Night walk in jungle eco-lodge area with leader
Landmarks
Arajuno River
Selvaviva Foundation Eco-Lodge
Day 3
Tena
Tena
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided rainforest hike with local Indigenous guide
- Visit to animal rescue centre
Landmarks
Amazon Rainforest
Day 4
Tena to Banos
Tena to Banos
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Leader-led walking tour of Banos
- Visit to Pailon del Diablo waterfall
Landmarks
Pailon del Diablo
Banos
Day 5
Banos
Banos
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swing at the End of the World
- Hike to Bellavista Viewpoint
- Soak in local hot springs
- Visit local waterfalls
Landmarks
Swing at the End of the World
Bellavista Viewpoint
Day 6
Banos to Cotopaxi National Park to Quito
Banos to Cotopaxi National Park to Quito
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at La Cienega hacienda)
Included Activities
- Hike to Limpiopungo Lagoon
- Tour of La Cienega hacienda architecture, gardens and chapel
- Guided flower farm tour with hands-on flower cutting experience
Landmarks
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lagoon
La Cienega Hacienda
Day 7
Quito to Cotacachi
Quito to Cotacachi
Meals
Lunch (Pachamanca ceremony lunch with local Andean vegetables), Dinner
Included Activities
- Pachamanca food ceremony and preparation
- Visit to women's entrepreneurship programs
- Community time with local families
Optional Activities
- Feed animals
- Milk cows
- Harvest vegetables
Landmarks
La Calera Community
Day 8
Cotacachi to Otavalo to Quito
Cotacachi to Otavalo to Quito
Meals
Breakfast (Home-cooked breakfast with hosts)
Included Activities
- Viewpoint paths at Cuicocha Lagoon
- Otavalo Indigenous market visit
Optional Activities
- Final group dinner with leader's recommendations
Landmarks
Cuicocha Lagoon
Otavalo Indigenous Market
Day 9
Quito
Quito
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Quito Old Town

Landmarks
Arajuno River
Selvaviva Foundation Eco-Lodge

Landmarks
Amazon Rainforest

Landmarks
Pailon del Diablo
Banos

Landmarks
Swing at the End of the World
Bellavista Viewpoint

Landmarks
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lagoon
La Cienega Hacienda

Landmarks
La Calera Community

Landmarks
Cuicocha Lagoon
Otavalo Indigenous Market

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Raluca
May 26th, 2026
The trip was truly amazing! It included a lot of nice activities, visits, great restaurants, plenty of outdoor time...
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Thank you so much for sharing such lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience exploring Ecuador and enjoyed the mix of activities, dining, and outdoor time. We are thrilled to hear that Jo's dedication and passion shone through. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
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Barbara
Asked on December 30th, 2025
Does this tour include airport pickup / drop-off?
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  Airport pickup and drop-off are not included as standard. However, Intrepid can assist with pre-booking an arrival transfer from the airport and a departure transfer at the end of the trip, both available at an additional cost.
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Alexandra
Asked on April 29th, 2024
The description says Guayaquil to Quito but the itinerary says it starts in Quito. The description mentions Cuenca but the itinerary doesn't. Which is correct the description or the itinerary? I want to go to Cuenca, does it go to Cuenca or not. If not, do you have one which goes to the places this one goes too plus Cuenca?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2024
  The description is incorrect, we have notified Tour Radar to update the trip page. Ecuador Highlands Itinerary starts and ends in Quito and does not include Cuenca.

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Ecuador Highlands

Itinerary

Quito

Optional Activities

Quito to Tena

Included Activities

Tena

Included Activities

Tena to Banos

Included Activities

Banos

Optional Activities

Banos to Cotopaxi National Park to Quito

Included Activities

Quito to Cotacachi

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Cotacachi to Otavalo to Quito

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Quito

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