Can you tell me if anyone has booked into this tour yet.

We currently have four people confirmed on our 21 September 2026 departure - Ecuador Highlands. Three women and one man.

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
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Quito
Quito
Optional Activities
- Urban Adventure tour through Quito's historic centre (Quito Legends and Culture Tour available at urbanadventures.com)
- Browse market stalls in Old Town
Landmarks
Quito Old Town
Day 2
Quito to Tena
Quito to Tena
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Night walk through jungle with leader guidance
Optional Activities
- Free afternoon exploration of eco-lodge
Landmarks
Arajuno River
Day 3
Tena - Amazon
Tena - Amazon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided rainforest hike with local Indigenous guide
- Visit to animal rescue centre
Day 4
Tena to Banos
Tena to Banos
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Leader-led walking tour of Banos
- Visit to Pailon del Diablo waterfall
Landmarks
Pailon del Diablo
Day 5
Banos
Banos
Optional Activities
- 'Swing at the End of the World'
- Hike to Bellavista Viewpoint
- Soak in local hot springs
- Visit local waterfalls
Landmarks
Bellavista Viewpoint
Day 6
Banos to Cotopaxi National Park to Quito
Banos to Cotopaxi National Park to Quito
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Hike to Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park
- Tour of La Cienega hacienda (architecture, gardens, chapel)
- Guided tour of flower plantation 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 - traditional Andean food ceremony cooked with volcanic stones)
Included Activities
- Pachamanca food ceremony (traditional earth oven cooking)
- Visit to women's entrepreneurship programs
- Community cultural experience with local families
Optional Activities
- Feed animals (seasonal)
- Milk cows (seasonal)
- Harvest vegetables (seasonal)
Landmarks
La Calera Community
Day 8
Cotacachi to Otavalo to Quito
Cotacachi to Otavalo to Quito
Meals
Breakfast (Home-cooked breakfast with host family)
Included Activities
- Viewpoint walk at Cuicocha Lagoon
- Otavalo Indigenous market visit
Optional Activities
- Final group dinner in Quito
Landmarks
Cuicocha Lagoon
Otavalo Market
Day 9
Quito
Quito
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Quito Old Town

Landmarks
Arajuno River

Landmarks
Pailon del Diablo

Landmarks
Bellavista Viewpoint

Landmarks
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lagoon
La Cienega Hacienda

Landmarks
La Calera Community

Landmarks
Cuicocha Lagoon
Otavalo Market

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Raluca5.0•May 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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Jeffrey
Asked on June 5th, 2026
Can you tell me if anyone has booked into this tour yet.
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2026
  We currently have four people confirmed on our 21 September 2026 departure - Ecuador Highlands. Three women and one man.
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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?
Tour Details
- 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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- 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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- For any tour departing before November 13th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 13th, 2026, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Ecuador Highlands

Itinerary

Introduction

Quito

Optional Activities

Quito to Tena

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tena - Amazon

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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