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5-Day Ecuador Adventure: Quito's Must-See Spots and Nearby Gems

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The concept of Authentic Ecuador was especially unique, since I had a dedicated guide and at the same time driver.
Jens•traveled in September5.0
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Operator: Authentic Ecuador
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
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
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Quito
Quito
Start point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Quito Airport Arrivals Hall)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Ikala)
Included Activities
- Explore Quito's historic city center
- Visit La Compañía church
- Walk down La Ronda street
- Visit Panecillo Hill for city views
Landmarks
La Compañía Church
La Ronda Street
Panecillo Hill
Day 2
Quito to Otavalo and Peguche
Quito to Otavalo and Peguche
Meals
Lunch (Traditional Andean cooking class)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Ikala)
Included Activities
- Visit Otavalo market
- Visit Peguche indigenous town
- Visit local family workshops
- Traditional hands-on cooking class
Landmarks
Otavalo Market
Peguche
Day 3
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Ikala)
Included Activities
- Explore Cotopaxi National Park
- Visit Limpiopungo Lagoon
- 2-hour horseback riding through páramo landscapes
Landmarks
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lagoon
Cotopaxi National Park
Day 4
Papallacta Hot Springs
Papallacta Hot Springs
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Ikala)
Included Activities
- Relax in Papallacta hot springs
- Soak in thermal waters
Optional Activities
- Chocolate body wrap treatment
- Wine Therapy treatment
- Massage service
Landmarks
Papallacta Hot Springs
Day 5
Departure from Quito
Departure from Quito
End point
Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Vía Tababela - Yaruquí Lote 18, Quito, Pichincha 1709, Ecuador (Quito Airport Departures Hall)

Landmarks
La Compañía Church
La Ronda Street
Panecillo Hill

Landmarks
Otavalo Market
Peguche

Landmarks
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lagoon
Cotopaxi National Park

Landmarks
Papallacta Hot Springs

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Hotel Ikala
Hotel 3*
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Jens5.0•September 2024
The tour in Ecuador was for me a part of a longer trip including Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. The concept of...
The tour in Ecuador was for me a part of a longer trip including Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. The concept of Authentic Ecuador was especially unique, since I had a dedicated guide and at the same time driver for this portion of the trip. So it was possible to know each other for a view days and the guide could adjust the hikes and days according to my fitness and interests. And he supported with every hotel check-in etc. as well. It was just a perfect 100% service. All the others things (hotel bookings, tourbook in advance,...) gave also been perfect. Fully recommended from my side.Show more
Traveled in July 2024
Reply from: Authentic Ecuador
Dear Jens, Thank you so much for your feedback! It was a pleasure to assist in organizing the Ecuador portion of your longer trip. We're thrilled to hear that you got along well with your guide, Milton, and felt well taken care of. It's wonderful that you enjoyed his company, the activities, and the destinations we selected for you throughout the tour! Wishing you all the best on your future travels, and we hope to welcome you back to Ecuador someday. Linda & the Authentic Ecuador Team
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5-Day Ecuador Adventure: Quito's Must-See Spots and Nearby Gems

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Quito

Included Activities

Quito to Otavalo and Peguche

Included Activities

Cotopaxi National Park

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Papallacta Hot Springs

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