Ecuador Andean Highlands Tours & Trips
The Andean highlands deserve far more exploration beyond just Machu Picchu. The region covers Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador's mountain areas, so you’re experiencing Cusco and Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, and La Paz's chaotic energy. Explore Quechua and Aymara cultures that have maintained traditions, and markets selling alpaca goods and produce. This is where Inca and pre-Inca civilizations thrived, and the history's everywhere.
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Wayne • traveled in October, 2025
Excellent tour well organised throughout the eight days. Beautiful country and a special thanks to Richard and Augutos at the kituandes hotel in Quito who so friendly and helpful. Also to Josselyn who co ordinated our tour
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cinci • traveled in February, 2026
The trip was very smooth and our guide Daniel was easy to travel with and knew the country inside out.
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Kathleen • traveled in February
This was a great trip with Jorge as our guide. The places we stayed at were quite nice and unique. The food was delicious. The hikes and the views were amazing although sometimes a challenge ( for me) . I would definitely book with Adventure Journeys again.
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Duration 12 days Destinations Quito, Cayambe, Otavalo, Cotacachi, Cuicocha Lake, Machachi, Cotopaxi National Park, Cotopaxi Volcano, Latacunga, SaquisiliSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- US$1,640
8 Days in Ecuador's Heartland: From Mountains to Hot Springs
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had an amazing time with my friend in Ecuador! It really was a memorable experience.”
Aissatou, traveled in August
Colonial Quito introduces visitors to Imbabura's craft markets in Ecuador's highlands. Lake Limpiopungo sits beneath Cotopaxi's snow-capped peak, while Quilotoa's emerald crater and Papallacta's volcanic springs offer high-altitude attractions.
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi National Park, Quilotoa, Banos, Chimborazo Volcano, Papallacta Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- US$1,335
Ecuador Andean Jewels 10 Days Tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Food and Hotel upgrades were exceptional. Loved Ecuador because of it!!”
BrendaDavis, traveled in April
Colonial Quito launches this journey through 13 mountain communities in Ecuador's Andean Highlands. Cotopaxi National Park's 4500m basecamp and Papallacta's thermal springs lead to UNESCO-listed Cuenca, guided by experts with perfect 5.0+ ratings.
Duration 10 days Destinations Quito, Otavalo, Cotacachi, Cayambe, Papallacta, Cotopaxi National Park, Quilotoa, Riobamba, Chimborazo Volcano, IngapircaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator GUIDEcuador Travel From
- US$2,390+$130 local payments
Ecuador Trekking The Avenue of Volcanoes
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The included accommodation and meals were all top notch so overall an excellent trip!”
Riad, traveled in December
UNESCO-listed Quito opens the door to Ecuador's Avenue of Volcanoes. Cotopaxi's slopes challenge trekkers, while indigenous villages like Chugchilán offer cultural insights. Chimborazo awaits summit attempts, with nights spent in distinctive mountain lodges and eco-hotels.
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Cotopaxi National Park, Isinliví, Chugchilan, Quilotoa, Chimborazo Volcano, Llanganates National Park, Banos Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Adventure Journeys From
- US$1,322
Highlands of Ecuador
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was an excellent experience. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area.”
Mani, traveled in December
The Andean Highlands of Ecuador unfold from colonial Quito through Avenue of Volcanoes. Mountain lodges near Cotopaxi (5,897m) provide base camp, while South America's largest handicraft market in Otavalo and UNESCO-listed Cuenca's historical center showcase cultural heritage.
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi Volcano, Alausi, Cuenca Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $1,349
25% Off- US$1,012You save $337
Ecuador Biking Spirit 8 Days Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was a fantastic tour! The places we stayed were also great..lots of charm, lovely people, and delicious food!”
Lyle, traveled in November
UNESCO Quito connects to Tandayapa's cloud forests and Nangulvi Valley. Sumak Pakari Lodge offers birdwatching, while thousand-year-old Otavalo Market and cycling at Mojanda Lakes at 12,000 ft showcase authentic Andean communities.
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Tandayapa, Cotacachi, Otavalo, Tabacundo Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator GUIDEcuador Travel From
25% Off- US$2,290
Hiking & Trekking in the Heart of the Ecuadorian Andes - 7 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“They handled everything and booked us in beautiful and charming places. I would highly recommend this company.”
Leslie, traveled in August
Wild horses roam Cotopaxi's territory between colonial Quito and Chimborazo's peak. Rare condors soar above cloud forests, Quilotoa's turquoise crater beckons below, and páramo ecosystems thrive under expert local guidance.
Duration 7 days Destinations Quito, Pasochoa Volcano, Cotopaxi National Park, Isinliví, Quilotoa, Ilinizas National Park, Chimborazo Volcano Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Authentic Ecuador From $1,780
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