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13 Days Exploring Ecuador: Highlands and Rainforest

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Start and end in Quito

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Responsible Travel South America provided a wonderful tour to Ecuador and the Galapagos. The private family tour was well executed, enjoyable and fun.
Molly, traveled in August
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Operator: Responsible Travel South America
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 4 - 16
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Quito
Start point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (International Arrive)
Optional Activities
- Walk around La Mariscal neighborhood
Day 2
Quito to Otavalo
Meals
Breakfast (Box Breakfast), Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Otavalo Indigenous Market
- Browse handwoven textiles, alpaca goods, jewelry, and traditional crafts
Optional Activities
- Stop at viewpoints
- Visit artisan workshops
Landmarks
Otavalo Indigenous Market
Day 3
Quito
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Quito Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Independence Square
- Explore historic churches and landmarks
- Walk through centuries-old architecture
Landmarks
Quito Historic Center
Independence Square
Day 4
Quito to Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Baños
Meals
Breakfast (Box Breakfast)
Included Activities
- Scenic stops in Cotopaxi National Park
- Short walks in páramo landscapes
- Visit Quilotoa volcanic crater lake
- Viewpoints and walks around Quilotoa rim (weather permitting)
Landmarks
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi Volcano
Quilotoa Crater Lake
Day 5
Baños
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Ruta de las Cascadas (Waterfalls Route)
- Visit multiple waterfalls and viewpoints
- Visit Devil's Cauldron waterfall
Optional Activities
- Explore Baños town
- Visit the church
- Try local sweets
- Relax in thermal baths
Landmarks
Ruta de las Cascadas
Devil's Cauldron
Day 6
Baños
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Zip-lining
- Canyoning
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Stroll and people-watch in town
- Enjoy views of waterfalls and surrounding mountains
Day 7
Baños to Amazon (SuchiPakari Lodge)
Meals
Breakfast (Box Breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Journey into Amazon region
- Lodge orientation and introduction
- Guided jungle walks
- Wildlife observation
- Learn about rainforest ecosystem
- Nocturnal walks or traditional storytelling (evening activities)
Day 8
Amazon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided rainforest exploration
- River navigation
- Birdwatching
- Visit indigenous communities
- Learn about medicinal plants and traditional customs
Day 9
Amazon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Longer jungle walks
- Wildlife spotting
- Hands-on cultural activities
- Nature observation and immersion
Day 10
Amazon to Papallacta Hot Springs to Quito
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Final Amazon activities
- Visit Papallacta Hot Springs
- Relax in naturally heated thermal pools
Landmarks
Papallacta Hot Springs
Day 11
Quito
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Box Lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Mitad del Mundo (Equator Line)
- Explore monuments and museums
- Photo opportunities in both hemispheres
Landmarks
Mitad del Mundo
Day 12
Quito
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Teleférico cable car for panoramic city views
- Visit museums
- Shopping
- Explore favorite spots
- Enjoy Ecuadorian cuisine
Day 13
Departure from Quito
End point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Domestic Departure)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Mariscal Sucre International Airport

Landmarks
Otavalo Indigenous Market

Landmarks
Quito Historic Center
Independence Square

Landmarks
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi Volcano
Quilotoa Crater Lake

Landmarks
Ruta de las Cascadas
Devil's Cauldron

Landmarks
Papallacta Hot Springs

Landmarks
Mitad del Mundo

Landmarks
Mariscal Sucre International Airport

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Molly
August 14th, 2025
5.0
I commend Responsible Travel South America on a wonderful tour to Ecuador and the Galapagos. They were very...
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Traveled in June 2025
Reply from: Responsible Travel South America
Hello Molly, Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting Responsible Travel South America with your family’s adventure to Ecuador and the Galapagos. ???????? We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the planning process and that your private tour was everything you hoped for—well executed, enjoyable, and fun. It was a pleasure to assist you every step of the way, and we hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable journey in South America soon! Best regards, Alvaro and Team
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Anne
April 3rd, 2024
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An alle die noch überlegen: Bucht es! Ich habe mit dieser Reise tolle Erfahrungen gesammelt und es war einzigartig....
An alle die noch überlegen: Bucht es! Ich habe mit dieser Reise tolle Erfahrungen gesammelt und es war einzigartig. Schon allein die Vielfalt war überwältigend. Von den Besuchen der tollen historischen Altstädte, über die kahlen Landschaften der Vulkane bis hin zum Regenwald, war bei dieser Tour alles dabei. Außerdem war es immer super organisiert und man fühlt sich immer willkommen und gut aufgehoben. Mein Guide, Santiago, war bei Fragen oder Problemen immer zu erreichen und zudem sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Ich würde die Reise jedem ans Herz legen und weiterempfehlen.Show more
Traveled in March 2024
Reply from: Responsible Travel South America
Hello Anne, Thank you so much for your comment!! It's a pleasure to have met you, I'm happy that your experience in our country was successful and that you enjoyed all the activities we prepared for you. Recommend us whenever you see fit and come back soon to see the Galapagos Islands. Many successes in your projects and studies!! Greetings Santiago
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13 Days Exploring Ecuador: Highlands and Rainforest

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