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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Explorer (Private) - 13 days

13 days

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Start and end in Quito

4.6 (2,605 reviews)

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Platinum Operator: On The Go Tours
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
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Quito
Quito
Optional Activities
- Explore Quito's historic old town and surroundings
Landmarks
Pichincha Volcano
Day 2
Quito
Quito
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared meal with locals using local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Quito's historic streets
- Visit to the Golden Church
- Visit to San Francisco Square
- Visit to the Main Square
- Visit to Cruz Verde workshop to learn about traditional Colaciones candy making
- Lunch with locals using local ingredients
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of Quito
Landmarks
San Francisco Square
Golden Church
Day 3
Quito to Mindo
Quito to Mindo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to the Equator Monument
- Visit to Pululahua crater
- Visit to local chocolate producer in Mindo
Landmarks
Equator Monument
Pululahua Crater
Day 4
Mindo
Mindo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cable car rides in Mindo cloud forest
- Hiking to waterfalls in the cloud forest
- Visit to a butterfly sanctuary
Optional Activities
- Zip-lining across treetops
- White water tubing
Day 5
Mindo to Otavalo
Mindo to Otavalo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional meal made from fresh local ingredients in Pijal village)
Included Activities
- Visit to Otavalo Indigenous market
- Visit to Pijal village
- Traditional 'Aji' sauce preparation with Sacha WarmiKuna women
- Lunch with fresh local ingredients in Pijal
- Exploration of local crafts and Andean culture
Landmarks
Otavalo Market
Pijal Village
Day 6
Otavalo to Papallacta
Otavalo to Papallacta
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Cotacachi Cayapas Ecological Reserve
- Boat ride to the centre of Cuicocha crater lake
- Hike around Cuicocha crater lake with panoramic views
- Visit to Papallacta Hot Springs Resort
Optional Activities
- Explore shops in Cotacachi
- Relax in Cotacachi main plaza with local coffee
Landmarks
Cuicocha Crater Lake
Cotacachi
Day 7
Papallacta to Quito
Papallacta to Quito
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Cotopaxi National Park
- Interpretation centre visit at Cotopaxi National Park
- Walk at Limpiopungo Lake
Optional Activities
- Birdwatching at Limpiopungo Lake
Landmarks
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lake
Day 8
Quito to Galapagos Islands
Quito to Galapagos Islands
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer by ferry to Santa Cruz Island
- Hiking in the Santa Cruz Highlands to search for giant tortoises
- Exploration of lava tubes
Landmarks
Baltra Island
Santa Cruz Island
Itabaca Channel
Day 9
Santa Cruz Island
Santa Cruz Island
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day Academy Bay tour with boat ride
- Swimming and snorkelling with sea lions and marine life
- Visit to Playa de los Perros beach
- Snorkelling gear (mask, fins, life vest) provided
Optional Activities
- Birdwatching for blue-footed boobies
- Shark spotting at reef viewpoint
Landmarks
Academy Bay
Playa de los Perros
Day 10
Santa Cruz Island to San Cristobal Island
Santa Cruz Island to San Cristobal Island
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Charles Darwin Research Station
Optional Activities
- Explore San Cristobal Island at leisure
Landmarks
Charles Darwin Research Station
San Cristobal Island
Day 11
San Cristobal Island
San Cristobal Island
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Isla Lobos
- Exploration of Isla Lobos island
- Beach walk and wildlife observation
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Isla Lobos
Landmarks
Isla Lobos
Day 12
San Cristobal Island to Quito
San Cristobal Island to Quito
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore San Cristobal Island in the morning
Day 13
Quito
Quito
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Pichincha Volcano

Landmarks
San Francisco Square
Golden Church

Landmarks
Equator Monument
Pululahua Crater

Landmarks
Otavalo Market
Pijal Village

Landmarks
Cuicocha Crater Lake
Cotacachi

Landmarks
Cotopaxi Volcano
Limpiopungo Lake

Landmarks
Baltra Island
Santa Cruz Island
Itabaca Channel

Landmarks
Academy Bay
Playa de los Perros

Landmarks
Charles Darwin Research Station
San Cristobal Island

Landmarks
Isla Lobos

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Rating: 4.6 (2,605 reviews)
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Sammy5.0•July 2025
Tourradar delivered again. I have done three vacations with them and will continue. Great service,value and...
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Daniel4.0•May 2026
This was a great tour through Columbia with countless highlights! We enjoyed the last 11 days very much, from...
This was a great tour through Columbia with countless highlights! We enjoyed the last 11 days very much, from receiving a lovely welcome bag, lots of good activities, tours, guides and beautiful accommodations! What could be improved is the flexibility for airport transfers in case one arrives a few days early or leaves later. The only negative experience in Columbia was with Avianca and their very disappointing service; Avianca's so-called modern cabin is the worst and most claustrophobic configuration possible - it's a shame for Columbian Tourism and as frequent flyers we can say with confidence that Avianca has the worst cabin standards in South America, even budget airlines offer a better service.Show more
Linda5.0•May 2026
Amazing Amazonas. OTG tours - excellent communication from Sara. Iguana travel - Manaus -tree great coordination....
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- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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- Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Explorer (Private) - 13 days

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