Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Quito
- Start point
- Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (International Arrivals )
Optional Activities
- Explore Quito's vibrant cultural offerings and attractions
Landmarks Mariscal Sucre International Airport - Day 2
Pan-American Highway, Quitsato, Otavalo, Cotacachi, Cuicocha Lagoon
- Meals
- Breakfast (Box Breakfast), Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Quitsato solar clock (pre-Hispanic equator line site)
- Ecuadorian coffee or chocolate tasting with fresh biscuits and baking process observation
- Explore South America's largest indigenous handicraft market at La Plaza de los Ponchos
- Browse leather craft market in Cotacachi
- Visit Cuicocha Lagoon in volcanic crater
Landmarks Quitsato Solar Clock San Pablo Lake Mount Imbabura La Plaza de los Ponchos Cuicocha Lagoon - Day 3
Quito Historic Center
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit to the Basilica (neo-Gothic masterpiece with tower climb)
- Visit San Francisco convent
- Visit La Compañía church
Optional Activities
- Explore Historic Center of Quito independently in afternoon
Landmarks Historic Center of Quito Basilica San Francisco Convent La Compañía Church - Day 4
Cotopaxi National Park, Quilotoa Lagoon, Baños de Agua Santa
- Meals
- Breakfast (Box Breakfast)
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Limpiopungo with views of Cotopaxi Volcano
- Short walk around lake observing Andean flora and fauna
- Visit Quilotoa Lagoon and hike along crater rim or to lake
Optional Activities
- Rent a mule for uphill hiking assistance at Quilotoa Lagoon
Landmarks Cotopaxi National Park Lake Limpiopungo Cotopaxi Volcano Quilotoa Lagoon 
- Day 5
Baños de Agua Santa (Choice of two options)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Option 1: Waterfall Route - Agoyan dam, Manto de la Novia Waterfall with Tarabita cable car, San Jorge viewpoint, Pailón del Diablo waterfall hike
- Option 2: Amazon Tour - Animal rescue center, private reserve exploration with indigenous guides, jungle hike to waterfall, Indichuris lookout
Landmarks Agoyan Dam Manto de la Novia Waterfall Rio Patate Mirador de San Jorge Pailón del Diablo Indichuris Lookout - Day 6
Free Day in Baños de Agua Santa
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Soak in hot springs
- Hike to waterfalls
- Bike ride along Ruta de las Cascadas
- Canyoning
- Zip-lining
- Bungee jumping
- White-water rafting
- Scenic cable car ride
- Visit the Swing at the End of the World
- Optional excursion to Chimborazo (closest point on Earth to the sun)
Landmarks Ruta de las Cascadas Swing at the End of the World Chimborazo - Day 7
Guamote Indigenous Market, Sangay National Park, Alausi
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Guamote indigenous market
- Hike approximately 3 kilometers to Ozogoche lakes in Sangay National Park
- Observe wildlife and highland flora
Landmarks Guamote Market Sangay National Park Ozogoche Lakes - Day 8
Devil's Nose, Ingapirca Ruins, Cuenca
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Devil's Nose viewpoint and Sibambe Train Station
- Visit Ingapirca Ruins with exploration of Temple of the Sun and architectural units
- Visit Site Museum at Ingapirca
Optional Activities
- Lunch prepared by local Kañari family (not included in tour price)
- Ritual ceremony with Kañari family to learn about ancient traditions
Landmarks Devil's Nose Sibambe Train Station Ingapirca Ruins Temple of the Sun 
- Day 9
Cuenca City Exploration
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pumapungo Museum (archaeological museum on Inca site)
- Explore artisan neighborhoods
- Browse central markets
- Visit Modern Art Museum
- Visit cathedral
- Visit Turi viewpoint
Landmarks Pumapungo Museum Pumapungo (Inca Site) Modern Art Museum Cuenca Cathedral Turi Viewpoint - Day 10
Cajas National Park, Cocoa Farm, Montañita
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike to Laguna La Toreadora
- Trek up to two and a half hours exploring highlands and wetland moors
- Learn about diverse flora and fauna including Polylepis trees
- Visit cocoa plantations
- Learn about cocoa harvesting and drying processes
- Chocolate tasting experience
- Visit chocolate workshop
Optional Activities
- Lunch at agroecological farm (not included in tour price)
Landmarks Cajas National Park Laguna La Toreadora - Day 11
Isla de la Plata
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- 2-hour guided walk on Isla de la Plata scenic trails
- Learn about island flora, fauna, and ancestral history including pirate tales
- Snorkel in crystal-clear waters with marine life viewing
- Opportunity to see humpback whales (seasonal, June-September)
Landmarks Isla de la Plata - Day 12
Guayaquil City Exploration
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Seminario Park with land iguanas
- Visit Cathedral (classical Gothic style)
- Stroll along El Malecón waterfront promenade
- Tour Palacio Municipal and Palacio de Gobernación
- Visit La Torre Morisca (Moorish clock tower)
- Visit La Rotonda monument
- Explore Las Peñas old district on Cerro Santa Ana hill
Optional Activities
- Climb La Torre Morisca stairs for city views
- Explore more of Guayaquil's attractions during leisure time
- Savor local cuisine or relax in the city
Landmarks Seminario Park Guayaquil Cathedral El Malecón Guayas River Palacio Municipal Palacio de Gobernación La Torre Morisca La Rotonda Las Peñas Cerro Santa Ana - Day 13
Departure
- End point
- Aeropuerto Internacional José Joaquín de Olmedo (GYE), Avenida de las Américas, Guayaquil, Guayas 0905, Ecuador (International Departures)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Guayaquil Airport
