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Quito to Lima: Surf Towns & Hot Springs

15 days
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From Quito to Lima
4.7
18 traveler reviews
  • Stone bridge over a stream surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Two people ziplining over a canyon.
  • River landscape with lush greenery, a canoe, and small houses.
  • Fountain in a plaza with a cathedral in the background.
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  • Very well organised and lovely, helpful staff who want to ensure that you have the best possible time.

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    Laura P, traveled in August
    5.0
  • A hilltop with a statue and flags overlooking a residential area.
  • Twin waterfalls cascading down a lush green cliff.
  • Ornate Gothic cathedral entrance with intricate stonework.
  • Fountain in front of a historic cathedral in a busy square.
  • Colorful textiles arranged in neat rows on display.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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
Group Size 10 - 18
Ages 18-39
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Quito

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Air Suites)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Connect With New Friends

    Optional Activities

    • Quito City Tour & Equator Line
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  2. Day 2

    Quito to Tena

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cabanas Pimpilala)

    Included Activities

    • Amazon Jungle Experience
    Landmarks
    Tena
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  3. Day 3

    Tena

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cabanas Pimpilala)

    Included Activities

    • Amazon Jungle Experience

    Optional Activities

    • AmaZOOnico Animal Rescue Centre Visit (25 USD per person)
    • Guided Waterfall Walk
  4. Day 4

    Tena

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Meals made of fresh local ingredients), Dinner (Meals made of fresh local ingredients)
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Shandia Lodge), Lodge (Shandia Lodge Package)

    Included Activities

    • Shandia Community Lodge
    • Shandia Biking & Community Experience
  5. Day 5

    Tena to Bañós

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel La Floresta)

    Optional Activities

    • Horseback Riding - Bañós (25 USD per person)
    • Canyoning
    • Hiking - Bañós (Free)
    • Mountain Biking (10 USD per person)
    • Rafting
    Landmarks
    Bañós
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  6. Day 6

    Baños

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel La Floresta)

    Optional Activities

    • Baños Canyoning Adventure
    • Baños Ziplining Adventure Bundle
    • Mountain Bike Rental (10 USD per person)
    • Horseback Riding - Baños (25 USD per person)
    • Hot Springs - Baños (4 USD per person)
    • Hiking - Baños (Free)
    Landmarks
    Baños
  7. Day 7

    Bañós to Cuenca

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel La Casona), Hotel (Hotel La Casona Cuenca)

    Optional Activities

    • Day Trip to Ingapirca Ruins (65 USD per person)
    • Cajas National Park Visit (65 USD per person)
    • Cuenca Mud Baths & Hot Springs (40 USD per person)
    • Gualaceo and Chordeleg Day Trip (65 USD per person)
    Landmarks
    Cuenca
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  8. Day 8

    Cuenca

    Accommodation
    Hotel (El Gran Caiman Mancora), Hotel (Qema Mancora)

    Included Activities

    • Border Crossing (Ecuador - Peru)
  9. Day 9

    Mancora

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Qema Mancora)
    Landmarks
    Mancora
  10. Day 10

    Mancora

    Accommodation
    Hotel (El Gran Caiman Mancora), Hotel (Qema Mancora)

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing
  11. Day 11

    Mancora to Trujillo

  12. Day 12

    Trujillo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Orbegoso)

    Optional Activities

    • Chan Chan Ruins Visit
    Landmarks
    Chan Chan
  13. Day 13

    Trujillo to Lima

  14. Day 14

    Lima

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Gemina)

    Included Activities

    • Barranco Neighbourhood Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Lima Cooking Class (4 hrs)
    • Full Day Lima Experience (150 USD per person)
    • Bike Miraflores and Barranco (35 USD per person)
    • Lima City Tour (40 USD per person)
    Landmarks
    Barranco
  15. Day 15

    Lima

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Departure Day
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Hotel Air Suites

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Cabanas Pimpilala

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3

  • Shandia Lodge

    Lodge
    day 4

  • Shandia Lodge Package

    Lodge
    day 4

  • Hotel La Floresta

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6

  • Hotel La Casona

    Hotel
    day 7

  • Hotel La Casona Cuenca

    Hotel
    day 7

  • El Gran Caiman Mancora

    Hotel
    Days 8, 10

  • Qema Mancora

    Hotel
    Days 8, 9, 10

  • Hotel Orbegoso

    Hotel
    day 12

  • Hotel Gemina

    Hotel
    day 14

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Number of tours

1,020

Age Range

12 to 90 years old

Response time

4 hours

Response rate

96%

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Traveler Moments

  • Group of people covered in mud in a natural setting.
  • Two people ziplining over a canyon.
  • Brown llamas grazing on green grass.

Traveler Reviews

4.7
Overall rating based on 18 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.2
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
    4.7

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  • Quito to Lima: Surf Towns & Hot Springs reviewer 1
    September 26th, 2024
    5.0
    This tour was the best tour I have ever done. My favorite trip of all time and met a few lifetime friends. Thankyou...
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    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Brandon, We are glad you had such a great time in South America. We will pass your kind words on to our local operations team. We hope to see you on another G Adventure soon.
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  • E
    July 11th, 2024
    4.0
    Very well organized.
    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank Elena for the review. We are glad you had such a great time and that you thought the trip was so well organized.
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  • Quito to Lima: Surf Towns & Hot Springs reviewer 3
    June 9th, 2023
    5.0
    So amazing! Our tour guide was so awesome. She took such good care of us, made dinner resos, massage appointments,...
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    • Group of people covered in mud in a natural setting.
    • Two people ziplining over a canyon.
    • Quito to Lima: Surf Towns & Hot Springs customer review photo
    • Brown llamas grazing on green grass.
    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Erica, Thank you for taking the time to send through your feedback! It's awesome to hear that you loved the Quito to Lima itinerary. Can't wait to have you back.
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  • A
    June 15th, 2022
    5.0
    This tour was part of 10 week trip across South America that will forever be one of the best highlights of my trip. I...
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    Traveled in May 2022
    Review collected by G Adventures
  • A
    September 22nd, 2018
    5.0
    well organized and safe travel opportunity
    Traveled in August 2018
  • A
    November 2nd, 2018
    5.0
    Amazing tour. Not too big of a part scene like contiki, but more so adventurous/relaxed.
    Traveled in October 2018
  • A
    October 17th, 2018
    5.0
    After 6? Tours I suppose I better ;)
    Traveled in September 2018
  • A
    September 13th, 2018
    5.0
    Very good
    Traveled in August 2018
  • A
    August 22nd, 2018
    4.0
    A great tour guide in Mauricio and a great group.
    Traveled in July 2018
  • A
    August 22nd, 2018
    5.0
    They are very organised. Everything ran smoothly and our tour guide, Mauricio, was great!
    Traveled in July 2018

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    Mel

    Asked on March 30th, 2025

    Can I extend my stay at the hotel before or after the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      Yes, you can request to book additional nights at the start or end of the tour. This allows more flexibility around your travel plans and the option to explore more on your own.

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    Derek

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    What types of accommodations are provided on the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025

      The tour includes various types of accommodations such as simple hotels, overnight buses, rustic jungle huts, and a community lodge supported by G Adventures.

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    Andy

    Asked on January 16th, 2025

    Does the tour offer optional activities and how can they be booked?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025

      Yes, the tour offers optional activities which can be booked and quoted for by contacting the operator. You can also request any additional pre or post nights, single room supplements, and airport transfers.

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    Lili

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024

      If changes are needed, provide the correct and up-to-date details to the operator as soon as possible to facilitate updates or adjustments to your booking.

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    Salma

    Asked on June 22nd, 2024

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written June 2024

      Inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions well in advance so accommodations can be made whenever possible during the tour.

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    Barbara

    Asked on February 23rd, 2024

    Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2024

      Airport arrival transfers are included on Day 1 of the tour. However, if you arrive earlier, you will need to request and pay for additional pre-nights at the hotel to avail of the included transfer.

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    Lupita

    Asked on February 3rd, 2024

    What travel insurance is required for the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2024

      Travelers must have Emergency Medical Travel Insurance covering medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation to their home country, covering at least $200,000 USD per traveler.

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    Matthias

    Asked on February 1st, 2024

    Is there a welcome meeting on the first day of the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2024

      Yes, on the first day of the tour, there is a welcome meeting typically scheduled between 5pm and 7pm where travelers can meet their tour guide and fellow travelers, and receive important information about the tour.

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    Thomas

    Asked on December 28th, 2023

    Are meals included throughout the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2023

      Some meals are included as specified in the tour itinerary. Details on which meals are covered will be provided in your travel documents.

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