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11 Days around Ecuador: A Journey Through Nature and Culture

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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Quito

    Start point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (International Arrive)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Quito's vibrant atmosphere and cultural offerings
    Landmarks
    Mariscal Sucre International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Quito to Cotopaxi National Park - Quilotoa Lagoon - Baños de Agua Santa

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park
    • Walk along the rim of Quilotoa Crater Lake
    • Try helado de paila (traditional Ecuadorian ice cream)
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Limpiopungo Lagoon
    Quilotoa Crater Lake
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Baños de Agua Santa

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walk the Route of the Waterfalls (Option 1: Agoyan dam, Manto de la Novia Waterfall, Tarabita cable car, Mirador de San Jorge viewpoint, Pailón del Diablo waterfall hike)
    • Amazon Tour with animal rescue center, private reserve exploration, jungle hike, and Indichuris lookout (Option 2)
    Landmarks
    Agoyan Dam
    Manto de la Novia Waterfall
    Mirador de San Jorge
    Pailón del Diablo
    Indichuris Lookout
  4. Day 4

    Baños de Agua Santa

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in hot springs
    • Explore the vibrant town
    • 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
    Swing at the End of the World
    Ruta de las Cascadas
  5. Day 5

    Baños de Agua Santa to Guamote Market - Ozogoche Lagoons - Alausí

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Guamote Market
    • Hike through Ozogoche Lagoons in Sangay National Park
    Landmarks
    Guamote Market
    Sangay National Park
    Ozogoche Lagoons
  6. Day 6

    Alausí to Devil's Nose Train - Ingapirca Ruins - Cuenca

    Included Activities

    • Board the Devil's Nose Train
    • Visit Ingapirca Ruins

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at Turi Viewpoint
    Landmarks
    Devil's Nose Train
    Ingapirca Ruins
    Turi Viewpoint
  7. Day 7

    Cuenca

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Wander cobblestone streets in Cuenca's historic centre
    • Visit museums in Cuenca
    • Relax by the rivers
    • Enjoy café scene
    • Half-day Gualaceo & Chordeleg excursion (crafts, jewellery, local life)
    • Visit Pumapungo Ruins
    • Visit Turi Viewpoint
    Landmarks
    Gualaceo
    Chordeleg
    Pumapungo Ruins
    Turi Viewpoint
  8. Day 8

    Cuenca to Quito

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute shopping in Cuenca
    • Farewell lunch in Cuenca
  9. Day 9

    Quito

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Quito's Old Town
    • Visit colonial plazas
    • Visit churches
    • Visit viewpoints
    Landmarks
    Quito Old Town
  10. Day 10

    Quito to Otavalo

    Meals
    Breakfast (Box Breakfast), Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Quitsato solar clock
    • Ecuadorian coffee or chocolate stop with biscuits and baking demonstration
    • Scenic viewpoint overlooking San Pablo Lake with Mount Imbabura views
    • Explore La Plaza de los Ponchos (approximately 2 hours)
    • Visit Cotacachi craft market specializing in leather products (approximately 45 minutes)
    • Visit Cuicocha Lagoon
    Landmarks
    Quitsato Solar Clock
    San Pablo Lake
    Mount Imbabura
    La Plaza de los Ponchos
    Otavalo Market
    Cotacachi
    Cuicocha Lagoon
  11. Day 11

    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
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    May 16th, 2025
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    Ecuador is one of the most beautiful countries that I have visited. Its landscape is gorgeous. Its people are...
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    Traveled in March 2025
    Reply from: Responsible Travel South America
    Hello David! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're happy to know that you had a fabulous experience in the Ecuadorian Mainland. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the cities, national parks, and the time with the indigenous communities. Also, we are proud of our local guides who give you excellent service. The Andes is a special place, and we are happy you got to experience their beauty while also supporting local people and conservation efforts. We truly appreciate your support and kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and providing you with more incredible experiences. Best wishes! Jeferson and the Responsible Travel Team.
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    August 4th, 2024
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    This was my first solo tour in Ecuador and it was wonderful! I was able to see Banos, Quamote, Cuenca and Quito....
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    Sounds like an incredible trip! The Ecuadorian Andes has so much beauty packed into one region. So happy that you like your adventure. Warm regards, Ecuador Galapagos Travel Team
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    Gail

    Asked on September 24th, 2025

    How much will be added per person for Galapagos island at the end of tour

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    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperatorWritten September 2025

      Price for Galapagos extension is $2430 per person. This does not include roundtrip flights to Galapagos and Cuenca to Quito flight. The extension includes visits to Santa Cruz Highlands, Charles Darwin Station, Floreana Island, and Bartolomé Island over 3 days.

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    Thomas

    Asked on July 30th, 2025

    When the tour goes to the Devil's nose train, is this a stop at the station only or does it include the train trip? What is the approximate cost cost of the flight from Cuenca to Quito? Is it possible to end the tour in Otavalo, We intend to go to Ibarra after the tour and that is closer than Quito.

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    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperatorWritten July 2025

      The activity on the Devil's Nose train is a visit to the train station. If we coordinate privately, I can add and coordinate the train ride. Prices for your ticket can go from $150 USD to $170 USD one-way. I suggest booking your flights in advance on the Avianca airline. I can personalize your tour to end in Otavalo.

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    Leslie

    Asked on January 16th, 2025

    what is the cost for a single traveler?

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    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperatorWritten January 2025

      The single supplement for one traveler for this trip is USD 1000 or I can strongly suggest the following itinerary:

      • Arrival to Quito (private transfer)
      • City Tour Quito (small group)
      • Otavalo (small group)
      • Cotopaxi (small group)
      • Mindo (small group)
      • Flight to Cuenca and leisure afternoon (domestic flight include)
      • VIsit to Cajas National Park and transfer to Guayaquil (private activity and transfer)
      • City Tour in Guayaquil (private activity)
      • Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (private transfer)

      PRICE: USD 2100 per person

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    Ryan

    Asked on August 25th, 2024

    I need to know the name of the hotel in Quito where we finish the 11 day tour around Ecuador: A Journey through Nature and Culture on 27th November and how much per night to book extra nights, Also need to find out if this tour takes us to the Middle of the World Latitude 0 and the equator

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    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperatorWritten August 2024

      The name of the Hotel in Quito is confirmed after booking, as this is due to availability after booking, nevertheless if you wish to add extra nights, for a single room with private bathroom has the cost of $60 per additional night including breakfast. There is an additional supplement to add a private excursion to the Middle of the World on Day #10, this supplement is $125 USD including private transportation, English-speaking guidance, and entry fees to the attractions, due to the unavailability of adding you to a small group.

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      Ryan

      TravelerWritten August 2024

      I have been unable to find details on the website to confirm that this is an organised and escorted group tour and how many travellers are already booked on this daye.

    • Responsible Travel South AmericaOperatorWritten August 2024

      The itinerary is a group tour, at the moment we don't have confirmed passengers for this departure. I want you to know that this tour will be operated with the number of passengers confirmed up to the departure date, if you book and in case no more passengers join, the tour will be operated in private. However, for most daily activities you will join a group of no more than 20 passengers, so you will always be part of a group for certain activities.

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