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9 Nights - £2,255pp

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Tour Info
  • International flights
  • 9 nights accomodation
  • Andes
  • Amazon Adventure
  • Nariz del Diablo Train Ride
  • All activities

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Andes & Amazon Adventure

Ecuadorian Amazon

Ecuadorian Amazon

Andes Adventure

Andes Adventure

Chimborazo Volcano

Chimborazo Volcano

Baños

Baños

Meet the Locals

Meet the Locals

 

Ideal for nature and adventure lovers, this exciting tailor-made 10-day tour offers the best of the Ecuadorian Andes and the Amazon.

The trip starts in Quito, where you will explore the colonial old town of Quito and visit the Equatorial line on the outskirts of town.

From here head off on a 3-day Amazon adventure with breath-taking scenery and a variety of outdoor activities.

Continue to Baños and discover hot springs and beautiful waterfalls and take the Nariz del Diablo Train Ride from Riobamba to Alausi.

Head south to Cuenca considered to be the most beautiful city in Ecuador and the cultural capital of the country.

You journey finishes on the Pacific Coast, in Guayaquil where you can go for a stroll at the río Guayas’ malecón (the city’s riverfront town square).

At a glance

  • All flights including taxes
  • Private transportation
  • Tours and airport transfers
  • 2 nights Quito
  • 2 nights Amazon Adventure
  • 1 night Baños
  • 1 night Riobamba
  • 2 nights Cuenca
  • 1 night Guayaquil
  • Nariz del Diablo Train Ride

Day 1: Fly UK to Quito 

Fly from the UK to Quito.

On arrival you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight Quito. Breakfast included.

Day 2: Quito Colonial Old Town & the Equatorial Line 

After breakfast visit Quito Colonial Town and the Equatorial Line.

Situated in a circle of Andean peaks, Quito is the world’s second highest capital.

The colonial centre - declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1978 - is one of the largest and best preserved in Latin America.

The tour starts at the quirky Guapulo quarter and finishes at the “Panecillo” hillside with its breathtaking views of the old and modern city surrounded by the rolling Andes Mountains. 

As an addition to the Quito Colonial City Tour, visit the “Equatorial line” complex.

This monument is located right on the Equator and provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to straddle both hemispheres!

Overnight Quito. Breakfast included and all activities included. 

Day 3:  Amazon Adventure 

After breakfast you will be met by your guide who will take you to Hakuna Matata Hacienda, in Napo Province for a 2 night stay.

This private hacienda is the perfect place to enjoy many activities in the surrounding area.

On arrival enjoy lunch in the famous Pangaea Restaurant.

In the afternoon enjoy a guided nature walk or some horse riding.

Dinner in Pangaea Restaurant. 

Overnight at the Hakuna Matata Hacienda. All meals and activities included. 

Day 4: Amazon Adventure

After breakfast, enjoy a rainforest hike or a full day excursion including visits to local communities.

Picnic Lunch and dinner at the Pangaea Restaurant are included.

Overnight at Hakuna Matata Hacienda. All meals and activities included. 

Day 5: Baños Tour and Waterfalls

After breakfast, continue to Baños, situated in a valley of waterfalls and hot springs.

Baños has become a mecca for international travelers seeking year-round temperate weather, a small town atmosphere, and a base for exploring the great Ecuadorian outdoors.

Visit the city centre and enjoy a tour to the waterfalls.

Explore the beautiful Agoyan, Heavens Door (Puertas del Cielo), Wedding Veil (Manto de la Novia), Devils Pan (Pailón del Diablo), Machay and much more in this area.

Overnight at Hacienda Manteles or similar similar with breakfast and all activities included.

Day 6: Riobamba (Chimborazo Faunistic Reserve)

After breakfast depart towards the city of Riobamba enjoying a full day visit to the Chimborazo Faunistic Reserve.

At 6,310 metres high, Chimborazo is Ecuador's highest mountain.

In the morning either hike or drive up to one of the huts at 4,900 metres for a close up experience with the mountain.

Overnight at the Abraspungo Hotel or similar with breakfast and all activities included.

Day 7: Train Riobamba - Alausi,  Ingapirca & Cuenca 

After breakfast depart from Riobamba on the Nariz del Diablo train ride.

This train ride is the most famous in Ecuador and a real highlight of the trip, travelling between Riobamba and Alausi.

The train ride offers spectacular views of the Ecuadorian landscape. On clear days there are great views of Chimborazo. 

After the train ride, visit the ruins at Ingapirca, the most important architectural legacy of the Incas in Ecuador.

After the tour of Ingapirca head to the historical city of Cuenca, the cultural capital of Ecuador.

Overnight at the Santa Lucia Hotel or similar with breakfast and all activities included.

Day 8: Cuenca 

After breakfast enjoy a city tour of Cuenca, Ecuador's third largest city.

Cuenca's red tiled roofs, cobblestone streets, flowery plazas and museums make it very special and the city is considered by many the most beautiful in Ecuador.

In the afternoon visit a workshop where Panama straw hats are made, before driving up to the hill of Turi to admire the views over the city.

Overnight at the Santa Lucia Hotel or similar with breakfast and all activities included.

Day 9: Cajas National Park & Guayaquil 

After breakfast, head Northwest towards Cajas National Park.

After a short drive, arrive at Cajas National Park, where many different activities such as hiking, fishing, bird-watching or simply admiring the flora and fauna are on offer.

In the afternoon head on to Guayaquil, passing through mountain scenery and a delightful change of vegetation as you encounter the glorious Ecuadorian Pacific coastline. 

Overnight at the Hotel Oro Verde or similar with breakfast and all activities included.

Day 10: Fly to UK 

After breakfast, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Guayaquil Airport for your flight back to the UK.

Day 11: Arrive UK

Arrive back in the UK.

Superior Hotel Suggestions Quito:

Patio Andaluz Hotel

Superior Hotel Suggestions Amazon:

Hakuna Matata

Superior Hotel Suggestions Baños:

Hacienda Manteles

Superior Hotel Suggestions Riobamba:

Abraspungo Hotel

Superior Hotel Suggestions Cuenca :

Santa Lucia Hotel

Superior Hotel Suggestions Guayaquil:

Hotel Oro Verde

9 nights Andes & Amazon Adventure:

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This is a guide price only, based on travel in low season.

Prices will vary according to choice of hotel and seasonal airfare and hotel surcharges. Please ask us for any current special offers.

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