View allWe learned about history, art, culture and much more. We are well traveled and have high standards.
Nadine Koch, traveled in August
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- Gold Operator
- GUIDEcuador Travel
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- 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
- Other languages on request: Spanish
- Group Size 2 - 10
- Ages 6+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Quito from the Panecillo viewpoint
- Step on the equator at Inti Ñan Museum
- Shop at Otavalo's famous Indian Market
- Hike around Cotopaxi Volcano and park
- Bike down the Avenue of the Waterfalls
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival to Quito
- Day 2 Quito City Tour & Equator Line
- Day 3 Otavalo Indian Market & Surroundings
- Day 4 Cotopaxi National Park Visit
- Day 5 Waterfalls Tour
- Day 6 Discover Alausi
- Day 7 Cuenca City Tour & Surroundings
- Day 8 Going Home
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Ibis
HotelDays 2, 3Upgrade AvailableLa Floresta
Hotelday 4Upgrade AvailableWanderlot
Hotelday 5Upgrade AvailableVictoria Hotel
Hotelday 6Upgrade AvailableGrand Hotel Guayaquil
Hotelday 7Upgrade Available
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 10 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 2 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Operated by
GUIDEcuador Travel
Number of tours
91
Age Range
4 to 80 years old
Response time
7 hours
Response rate
100%
Guidecuador Travel. is a Destination Management Company (DMC) offering...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Nadine Koch· August 26th, 2024Excellent private tour. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a fantastic week in Ecuador. We learned about history, art, culture and much more. We are well traveled and have high standards, and we were very happy with our tour guide - she was great and spoke excellent English. Time and money well invested.Show more
GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this reviewDear Nadine, Thank you very much for all your words , we are always commited to provide the best services in our program. As you know now you have friends in Ecuador you can come back any time in Latin America. Saludos Guidecuador TeamTrip date: July 2024 - LLouiseOuellet· November 15th, 2022My wife and I recently completed a 7 day road trip with Guidecuador and we were lucky enough to have Alejandro as our personal guide. Alex is very knowledgeable about all things Ecuador and he was full of stories, history, culture, geology and advice. We could not have asked for a more knowledgeable guide or a more safe, comfortable vehicle. Alex certainly made us feel safe and welcome in his country, especially after a rocky day in Quito before we started with him. We were extremely happy with his service, including the advance work Guidecuador made booking hotels and making adjustments to the itinerary in consultation with my wife. Our hotel accommodations were terrific, the itinerary was well thought out and well executed, free of stress, and we really enjoyed the cities and towns visited. We especially enjoyed Baños and Cuenca, two lovely cities with vibrant culture and scenery. We strongly recommend Guidecuador. Thanks, Alex. Indeed, we are friends now and we look forward to our next holiday with Guidecuador.Show moreGUIDEcuador Travel commented on this reviewDear Louise , Thank you very much for all your words , I was a great time together , I hope to see you back in South America shortly. Regards AlejandroTrip date: October 2022
- Arisa· September 8th, 2021My husband and I just returned from an anniversary trip to Ecuador that we booked with our matched travel specialist. Alejandro was so easy to work with throughout the planning process. He responded almost instantly to all of our emails and requests to discuss things over the phone, and he planned an amazing 9-day trip for us. He was also completely flexible when we wanted to push our trip back by two months (we thought the Covid situation may be better, turns out it wasn't). We started in Quito with our guide Andres, who was great! He showed us his country and its beauty with a local taste . He shared a lot of information with us at each site! We only have to say thank you for great lifetime tripShow moreGUIDEcuador Travel commented on this reviewHi Arisa, Thank you very much for your comments regarding your trip in Ecuador , for us it was a pleasure to lead you around the country. I am glad you enjoyed every single place . We look forward to show you more in south america next time. Take Care... Show moreTrip date: August 2021
- vincent· November 17th, 2020It was a lot of fun and we will never forget the many unique moments we had on this trip. Considering that COVID affected our original travel plans for this year. We had 4 days around Quito and Alex our guide showed us everywhere. Thank you and we look forward to hire you again next time.Show moreGUIDEcuador Travel commented on this reviewDear Vincet. Thank you for all your words , it help us to grow and keep doing what we like !!! Take care and we hope to see you next time.. Regards Guidecuador TeamTrip date: September 2020
Dates & Availability
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- -8%From Sunday1 Feb, 2026To Sunday8 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- -8%From Monday2 Feb, 2026To Monday9 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- -8%From Tuesday3 Feb, 2026To Tuesday10 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- -8%From Wednesday4 Feb, 2026To Wednesday11 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Thursday5 Feb, 2026To Thursday12 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Friday6 Feb, 2026To Friday13 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Saturday7 Feb, 2026To Saturday14 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Sunday8 Feb, 2026To Sunday15 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Monday9 Feb, 2026To Monday16 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
- Instant Confirmation-8%From Tuesday10 Feb, 2026To Tuesday17 Feb, 2026English, SpanishFrom:$1,950US $1,794 per person
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- V
Vincent
Asked on August 25th, 2025do you have any group departures starting between December 21st and December 25th, 2025? I will be joining as a solo traveler.
GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written August 2025We don't have group departures for those dates, But you can still enjoy our Ecuador classic 8-day tour to the fullest, as we have departures even with just one person. In fact, it gives you the freedom to travel on the exact dates you want.
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Vincent
Traveler•Written August 2025Is the price to departure in one person still 1453? And also is the price negotiable?
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Vincent
Traveler•Written August 2025I notice the plan for one day is to ride the bike, But i cannot ride the bike, are there any alternative choices
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written August 2025
As solo traveler there is single supplement rate, so the rate listed is usd 2211 for this trip. In Baños we can do the waterfalls tour by car instead of bike, no problem.
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Vincent
Traveler•Written August 2025Since December is high season, please let me know if there are any confirmed group departure, I would be happy to join. I am available to start the trip on any date between the 21st and 25th of December.
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written August 2025
We have several tours running on december in private and groups but these are already complete. So the option is to secure your space and try to add more people for the same departure.
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Vincent
Traveler•Written August 2025I'm particularly interested in a trip that focuses more on culture and history, rather than one that is only about landscapes or wildlife. Also, my preferred travel window would be a tour that starts between Dec 21 – Dec 26.
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Audrey
Asked on December 6th, 2024How long will we spend at each activity location?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written December 2024
The guide will typically inform you of the time spent at each location during the tour itinerary.
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Renske
Asked on November 23rd, 2024Can I extend my stay after the tour?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written November 2024
Yes, you can add extra days to your stay after the tour, and we can help arrange accommodations.
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Kate
Asked on September 26th, 2024What type of cash should we bring for the tour?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written September 2024
It is recommended to bring single bills, especially smaller denominations, as larger bills can be difficult to use.
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Jamie
Asked on August 16th, 2024Can I book a flight from Guayaquil to Quito through the tour operator?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written August 2024
Yes, we can assist with booking a flight from Guayaquil to Quito, and the cost will be added to your final price.
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Fanni
Asked on July 11th, 2024Are there any special considerations for solo travelers?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written July 2024
Solo travelers can opt for a single supplement if they prefer not to share a room.
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Corinna
Asked on June 19th, 2024How does the payment process work?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written June 2024
Payments can be made in cash, and we accept all major credit cards where possible.
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Fons
Asked on June 6th, 2024Is the tour available in different languages?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written June 2024
All guides are bilingual, and they can provide services in both Spanish and English.
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Viviana
Asked on February 17th, 2024How is the meal arrangement handled on the tour?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2024
Breakfast is included daily, while for lunch and dinner, you normally eat in local restaurants and pay for your own meal.
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Paulien
Asked on February 14th, 2024Are there guaranteed departures for solo travelers in August?
- GUIDEcuador TravelOperator•Written February 2024
Currently, guaranteed departures for solo travelers are confirmed for specific dates, and a single supplement will apply.
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