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Southern Ecuador Secrets

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From Quito to Guayaquil
5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Colonial domes and rooftops of Quito’s historic centre set against a dramatic sunset sky and distant mountains
  • Hiker in blue jacket descending a rugged Andean trail with sweeping views over valleys and the city far below
  • Rainbow arcing over Quito’s hillside and colonial rooftops with the Virgin of El Panecillo statue visible on the summit
  • Patchwork of cultivated Andean fields with jagged green mountains rising in the background
  • High-altitude ridgeline with layered rock faces and distant blue mountains under a partly cloudy sky
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Trip to South America
Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 20
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Quito
    Start point
    Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador (Quito Airport)
    Meals
    Dinner (Farm-to-table dinner prepared with fresh, local ingredients)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Transfer from airport to Hacienda Zuleta
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  2. Day 2

    Hacienda Zuleta to Quito

    Hacienda Zuleta to Quito
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Horseback ride through Hacienda Zuleta landscapes
    • Visit to Condor Huasi Project
    • Transfer to Mama Cuchara Boutique Hotel in Quito
    Landmarks
    Condor Huasi Project
  3. Day 3

    Cuenca to Ingapirca to Guapan

    Cuenca to Ingapirca to Guapan
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ingapirca archaeological site
    • Exploration of Temple of the Sun
    • Visit to Church of the Virgin del Rocío in Biblián
    • Stop at traditional weaving workshop
    • Taste of local cascaritas
    Landmarks
    Ingapirca
    Church of the Virgin del Rocío
  4. Day 4

    Cotopaxi National Park

    Cotopaxi National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Cotopaxi National Park
    • Viewing of Cotopaxi volcano
    • Exploration of páramo landscape
    Landmarks
    Cotopaxi National Park
    Cotopaxi Volcano
  5. Day 5

    Chimborazo

    Chimborazo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Hike through Chimborazo landscapes
    • Wildlife viewing of wild vicuñas
    Landmarks
    Chimborazo
  6. Day 6

    Ingapirca to Cuenca to Loja

    Ingapirca to Cuenca to Loja
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Ingapirca
    • Exploration of Temple of the Sun
    • Transfer to Cuenca
    Landmarks
    Ingapirca
    Temple of the Sun
  7. Day 7

    Cuenca to Cajas National Park to Guayaquil

    Cuenca to Cajas National Park to Guayaquil
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Cuenca's UNESCO-listed historic center
    • Visit to Cajas National Park
    • Transfer to Guayaquil
    Landmarks
    Cuenca Historic Center
    Cajas National Park
  8. Day 8

    Guayaquil Departure

    Guayaquil Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to Guayaquil airport

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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