Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Quito
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
- Experience the city's atmosphere and captivating attractions
Landmarks Mariscal Sucre International Airport - Day 2
Quito - Otavalo - Cuicocha Lagoon
Quito - Otavalo - Cuicocha Lagoon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Quitsato solar clock and see coffee/chocolate production process
- Visit Plaza de los Ponchos indigenous handicraft market with 2 hours shopping time
- Visit Cotacachi leather craft market (45 minutes)
- Visit San Pablo Lake viewpoint and Imbabura hill
- Visit Cuicocha Lagoon in active volcanic crater with walks and plant observation
Landmarks Quitsato Solar Clock San Pablo Lake Imbabura Mountain Plaza de los Ponchos Cotacachi Cuicocha Lagoon - Day 3
Quito
Quito- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Quito's historic centre including grand plazas and baroque churches
Optional Activities
- Independent afternoon exploration of the city
- Relax at a café overlooking the city
Landmarks Quito Historic Centre - Day 4
Quito - Cotopaxi National Park - Quilotoa Crater Lake - Baños de Agua Santa
Quito - Cotopaxi National Park - Quilotoa Crater Lake - Baños de Agua Santa- Meals
- Breakfast (Box Breakfast)
Included Activities
- Walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park
- Visit Quilotoa Crater Lake with rim walk and views
Optional Activities
- Descend partway toward Quilotoa Crater Lake water
Landmarks Cotopaxi Volcano Limpiopungo Lagoon Quilotoa Crater Lake - Day 5
Baños de Agua Santa
Baños de Agua Santa- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Route of the Waterfalls with viewpoints and suspension bridges
Optional Activities
- Cycling along Ruta de las Cascadas
- Ziplining
- Short hikes
Landmarks Route of the Waterfalls (Ruta de las Cascadas) - Day 6
Baños de Agua Santa
Baños de Agua Santa- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Soak in rejuvenating hot springs
- Hike to stunning waterfalls
- Bike ride along Ruta de las Cascadas
- Canyoning
- Zip-lining
- Bungee jumping
- White-water rafting
- Scenic cable car ride
- Visit Swing at the End of the World
Landmarks Swing at the End of the World - Day 7
Baños de Agua Santa - Guamote - Ozogoche Lagoons - Alausí
Baños de Agua Santa - Guamote - Ozogoche Lagoons - Alausí- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Guamote traditional Indigenous town with possible market visits
- Visit Ozogoche Lagoons with short walks and photo stops
Landmarks Guamote Ozogoche Lagoons - Day 8
Alausí - Devil's Nose Train - Ingapirca - Cuenca
Alausí - Devil's Nose Train - Ingapirca - Cuenca- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Board Devil's Nose Train with views of mountain landscapes and railway history
- Visit Ingapirca Inca archaeological site
Optional Activities
- Stop at Turi Viewpoint for panoramic views over Cuenca
Landmarks Devil's Nose Train Ingapirca Turi Viewpoint - Day 9
Cuenca - Gualaceo - Chordeleg
Cuenca - Gualaceo - Chordeleg- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Gualaceo and explore traditional crafts
- Visit Chordeleg village with fine jewellery and artisan traditions
Landmarks Gualaceo Chordeleg - Day 10
Cuenca - El Cajas National Park - Guayaquil
Cuenca - El Cajas National Park - Guayaquil- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Gentle walks and scenic viewing in El Cajas National Park
- Visit cacao farm to learn chocolate production from bean to finished product
Landmarks El Cajas National Park - Day 11
Guayaquil
Guayaquil- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk along Malecón 2000
- Explore Las Peñas neighbourhood
- Enjoy the city's vibrant food scene
Landmarks Malecón 2000 Las Peñas - Day 12
Guayaquil to Airport
Guayaquil to Airport- End point
- Aeropuerto Internacional José Joaquín de Olmedo (GYE), Avenida de las Américas, Guayaquil, Guayas 0905, Ecuador (Domestic Departure)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport
