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From The Andes to The Amazon

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Geographical, Nature, Remote, Biodiversity

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Discover the extra-ordinary magic of Ecuador by travelling from The Andean mountain range to the Amazon Basin, travelling by train and trekking through the Volcano Avenue. Starting high in the Andean mountain range, and exploring the mountain towns of indigenous Otavalo, Quito, Baños and Cuenca to cruising the tropical Amazon rivers and exploring the indigenous jungle tribes and civilizations of this biodiverse region. This off the beaten path journey will teach us all about the different regions, local tribes and their cultures, while visiting these unique and incredible places in Ecuador.

Special features of our 10 day From The Andes to The Amazon Adventure: 

Type of Tourism:  Nature, Biodiversity, Adventure, Off the beaten track

Places to Visit:  Quito, Otavalo, Amazon basin, Baños, Cuenca.

Duration:  10 Days and 9 Nights. 

Type of Service: group tours. 

Accommodation:  3 star hotels at every destination that you will visit. These hotels have been carefully chosen and we can guarantee that you will feel comfortable and your every need catered for! 

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Day by day schedule

Day 01-Arrival to Quito

DAY 01- Arrival to Quito
DAY 01- Arrival to Quito
DAY 01- Arrival to Quito
DAY 01- Arrival to Quito
DAY 01- Arrival to Quito
DAY 01- Arrival to Quito

Today is arrival day to Quito, the capital of Ecuador. This well preserved colonial city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The city is located on the equator in a valley at the foothills of the Pichincha volcano. You can spend your day exploring the old town of Quito and the surrounding area if you arrive early. In the evening, the guide will meet you at the hotel’s lobby for a welcome briefing at 6 pm. We will discuss the details and questions you may have about the tour. This first day is a good acclimatization day.

Day 02 -Otavalo

Day 02 - Otavalo
Day 02 - Otavalo
Day 02 - Otavalo
Day 02 - Otavalo
Day 02 - Otavalo
Day 02 - Otavalo

We will collect you early from the Quito hotel to head north through the majestic Andes. On the way, we will stop at a lookout point over the Imbabura Volcano and Lake San Pablo. In Otavalo, you will have plenty of time to wander through the narrow cobblestone streets, filled with the Indigenous people wearing the traditional blue ponchos, white trousers and long braided hair. Learn all about their way of life and their native language. We will visit the famous handicraft market, with its wonderful textiles, alpaca throws and rugs, knitted clothing, paintings, ceramics, jewellery, tapestries. We will then head to Peguche, a small village located in the heart of the Andes, where you will enjoy an unforgettable cultural experience, immersing yourself in the traditions and culture of the South-American highlands. We can sample a traditional lunch made from local, organic products harvested the same day and get to know these incredible people some more. In the evening, we will stay at the historical hacienda of Pinsaqui, where we will enjoy a typical Andean cocktail and learn about the history of the hacienda.

Day 03– Guango Reserve

Day 03 – Guango Reserve
Day 03 – Guango Reserve
Day 03 – Guango Reserve
Day 03 – Guango Reserve
Day 03 – Guango Reserve
Day 03 – Guango Reserve

After breakfast, we will head out along a windy, spectacular road towards the Amazon Rain forest, descending 2500 metres in elevation. As we drop, we can appreciate how the landscape and vegetation change drastically between the different climates. Our first stop will be the Guango hummingbird reserve, where we will have the unique opportunity to see many of these incredible birds in the wild. These brightly coloured, tiny creatures are famous for their ability to flap their wings rapidly and to “standstill” in mere flight.

 

In the afternoon, we will make a stop at the “Guacamayo and Macaw Lookout point located between Antisana and the Sumaco National Reserve, to marvel at the magic blanket of mist that covers the cloud forest. We will finally arrive at the Arajuno River, where a motor canoe will take us 20 minutes up- river to the Eco Lodge, where we will spend the evening.  

Day 04 -Amazon Homestay

Day 04 - Amazon Homestay
Day 04 - Amazon Homestay
Day 04 - Amazon Homestay
Day 04 - Amazon Homestay
Day 04 - Amazon Homestay
Day 04 - Amazon Homestay

Today, we will head out into the Amazon on a hike to look for different animal species and learn about the endemic medicinal plants of the region. We will also meet the family who will offer us their home for an interactive experience in the jungle. We can take part in their everyday activities and learn about the customs and traditions as well as their natural products such as medicinal plants. We will head out on a hike with the family to collect local plants, weave with vines and enjoy other traditional activities that the families still use to this day. we will also have the opportunity to learn how to make our own chocolate from the raw cocoa fruit.  

Day 05 -Waterfall Way - Baños

Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños
Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños
Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños
Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños
Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños
Day 05 -  Waterfall Way - Baños

After breakfast, we will head to the Rio Verde, located in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Sangay National Park. Here, we will hike down to the second-highest waterfall in Ecuador, the Pailon Del Diablo, where immense cascades of water crash on the rocks, which we can view from the bridge. We can also hike behind these immense falls. We will then head on to another incredible waterfall called El Manto de la Novia, where we will ride in a cable car across the Pastaza River's canyon. In the evening, we will arrive at the town of Baños, at the base of the active  Tungurahua volcano, It has erupted many times recently, offering a lava and steam display that can be seen from a variety of viewpoints in the region.

Day 06 -Baños

Day 06 - Baños
Day 06 - Baños
Day 06 - Baños
Day 06 - Baños
Day 06 - Baños
Day 06 - Baños

After breakfast, we will visit The Swing of the End of the World, where you will have time to replicate the amazing picture that won the National Geographic photo competition, appreciating the spectacular landscape in front of us. We will have a free afternoon to enjoy some of the many optional activities in this picturesque town.  

Day 07 -Chimborazo Volcano

Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano
Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano
Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano
Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano
Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano
Day 07 - Chimborazo Volcano

Bright and early, we will drive through valleys and farming villages to reach the Chimborazo Volcano, the highest mountain in Ecuador, found at an elevation of 6310 m. The volcano's summit is said to be the furthest point from the centre of the earth on the planet. We will hike the short trail to reach an elevation of 5000 m where the glacier begins. This region is home to the Andean condor, caracara, hummingbirds, and vicuñas. Once extinct in Ecuador, vicuñas have been reintroduced and are now a protected species.

Day 08 -Devils Nose - Cuenca

Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca
Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca
Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca
Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca
Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca
Day 08 - Devils Nose - Cuenca

After an early breakfast, we will take a scenic drive to the small town of Alausí. From here, we will take the Devil’s Nose train, where the train tracks wind through the landscape, creating a totally unique travel experience. After this incredible experience, will head to Ingapirca, the most impressive archaeological site in Ecuador. We will spend the afternoon learning about these Inca remnants and their unique fusion of Inca and native Cañari architecture, as well as for religious aspects. We will continue to the city of Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its colonial architecture and where we will spend the evening.

Day 09 -Cuenca

Day 09 - Cuenca
Day 09 - Cuenca
Day 09 - Cuenca
Day 09 - Cuenca
Day 09 - Cuenca
Day 09 - Cuenca

In the morning, we will enjoy a city tour, visiting the most important buildings and notable places in Cuenca, such as Calderon Square, the New Cathedral, El Barranco and El Turi lookout point. In the afternoon, we will visit a famous Panama hat factory where we can learn about this famous hats history. In the afternoon, we will visit the towns of Chordeleg and Gualaceo, famous for their jewellery and handicrafts. The market town Gualaceo is where locals gather to exchange their products and crafts. Here you can find the famous, traditional Macana shawls.

Day 10 -Cuenca- Quito

Today we will have a free morning to enjoy the city before we take our short flight back to the capital. In Quito, we will head to the airport for your flight back home or to your next exciting destination!

Inclusions:

What's included

  • Transportation: Private and comfortable land transportation, train, motorized canoe, Domestic flight Quito – Cuenca- Quito.
  • Accommodation based in double occupancy: 4* hotel in Quito, 4+ hacienda in Otavalo, 3* Amazon Eco- lodge, 3* hotel in Baños, 5* Experience Hacienda in Chimborazo, 3+* star hotel in Cuenca.
  • Meals: 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.
  • Activities: Indigenous Market, encounter with indigenous people, road of the waterfalls, hiking up the glacier of Chimborazo, trekking, bird watching in the Amazon, canoeing and wildlife observation in the rainforest, train to Devil's Nose, cultural visit of Cuenca.
  • Out-door gear: hiking sticks.
  • Trip Leader: Certified expert English-speaking adventure Trip Leader and local guides

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Airport transfers (international flights)
  • Single supplement
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Meals not described in the itinerary
  • Tips for guides and drivers

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