About this trip
Ecuador crammed into 11 days: Andean highlands, colonial towns, cloud forest waterfalls, and a stretch of the famous Devil's Nose railway, all without having to sort out the logistics yourself.
The days are a mix of hiking and market visits, with real free time built in around Baños and Cuenca where you can hit the hot springs, try canyoning or ziplining, or just wander. Groups are capped at 16, so it stays personal rather than turning into a bus queue.
Markets and communities you visit are part of the route's local economy, not just photo stops. If you want more after Day 11, there's a 3-day Galápagos extension to bolt on.
What you'll do
- Walk the shores of Limpiopungo Lagoon in Cotopaxi National Park
- Stand on the crater rim above Quilotoa's turquoise lake
- Chase waterfalls in the hills around Baños
- Ride a stretch of the historic Devil's Nose railway
- Browse the indigenous markets of Guamote and Otavalo
- Free time in Baños and Cuenca for hot springs, canyoning or ziplining
- Moderate pace with a mix of guided hiking/market days and free time to explore on your own
- Most breakfasts are included, other meals are not
- Optional 3-day Galápagos extension available after the main 11 days
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Quito · 25 Jul – 26 Jul
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