Ecuador Andean Highlands Tours & Trips

The best Ecuador Andean Highlands tour packages

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1. 12 Days Ecuador’s Greatest Hits: A Bucket-List Adventure

   3.0 1 Review by TourRadar travelers

   

   Explorer

   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

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2. 8 Days in Ecuador's Heartland: From Mountains to Hot Springs

   4.6 8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

   “My 8-days trip to Ecuador was unexpectedly and uniquely enjoyable, some of which was a Cotopaxi volcano hike.”

   Gennady, traveled in September

   

   Explorer

   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

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3. Ecuador Andean Jewels 10 Days Tour

   5.0 5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

   “We were able to see great sites in Ecuador. Great choice. Great Tour Company.”

   AmeliaRobinson, traveled in August

   

   In-depth Cultural

   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

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4. Highlands of Ecuador

   4.9 15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

   “Well organized, all details on point.”

   Vivian, traveled in September

   

   Active

   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$1,012

   You save $337

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5. Ecuador Trekking The Avenue of Volcanoes

   4.9 8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

   “We saw the tree by volcanoes, Fatima set a good pass for hiking days and the packed lunches were more than enough food.”

   Katherine, traveled in September

   

   Hiking & Trekking

   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

   25% Off

   US$1,322

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6. Ecuador Biking Spirit 8 Days Tour

   5.0 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

   

   Bicycle

   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

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7. Ecuador Quest

   5.0 42 Reviews by TourRadar travelers

   “Amazing trip.”

   Katharine, traveled in October

   

   In-depth Cultural

   Ecuador's highlands stretch from colonial Quito through Tungurahua volcano region to Baños adventure hub. Dramatic elevation changes unfold from Andean peaks to Amazon basin, with relaxing stays in Papallacta's thermal region.

   Duration	8 days
   Destinations	Quito, Banos, Otavalo
   Age Range	Ages 12+
   Operator	G Adventures

   From $1,199

   25% Off

   US$899

   You save $300

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