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The Avenue of the Volcanoes
A classic Andean adventure, visiting
beautiful regions such as the Mindo cloud forest, the lively town of Baños, the
famous train ride through the Andes, and finishing in the fascinating and
artistic city of Cuenca. Don't miss this well-rounded travel experience.
Day 1. – Arrival.
Transfer to hotel. Depending on
your time of arrival, a look around the city. Night in Quito.
Day 2. – Otavalo Market and
Surrounding Area
Our adventure in Ecuador begins
with a picturesque view over the province of Imbabura, well-known for it’s
spectacular landscapes and it’s famous, colourful handicraft market, open
throughout the week. We’ll take in beautiful locations like Cuicocha lake,
Peguche waterfall and the village of Illuman on the way. Night in Otavalo
(American breakfast).
Day 3. - Chota Valley y Angel
Ecological Reserve
This day will offer the most
natural variety on our trip: subtropical valleys covered in green reed grass
contrast with the vegetation of the Andean plains at over 4,000m, where you may
spot one of the species of Andean flora unique to Ecuador, like the gigantic
frailejon. On the way back, we’ll have the chance to visit some ancient African
communities, whose origins can be traced back to the colonial era. Night in
Otavalo (American breakfast & lunch).
Day 4. -
Mindo Ecological Reserve
After a brief visit to the
ubiquitous monument in the “Middle of the World”, we’ll continue our journey to
one of the most exotic regions in Ecuador – the cloud forest of Mindo. Situated
just 2 hours’ drive from Quito, it’s the area of most diversity in flora and
fauna in this small country. Night in a mountain lodge in Mindo (American
breakfast & evening meal).
Day 5. – From the Cloud Forest
of Mindo to Papallacta Hot Springs
A very early-morning walk in the
cloud forest will give us the chance to observe the birds and plant life native
to this zone. After breakfast, we’ll visit the butterfly house, exceptional for
its sheer variety of species and also producers of home-grown, export-quality
exotic fruits. In the afternoon, we’ll continue on our journey to the
paradisiacal setting of Papallacta, encircled by mountains and forests, which we
will enjoy from the depths of the relaxing pools of thermal water. Night in
Papallacta (American breakfast).
Day 6. – Cotopaxi National Park
An incredible adventure at the foot
of the imposing Cotopaxi volcano which, at 5,897m above sea level, is thought to
be the highest active volcano in the world. Depending on the weather, we’ll
have the option to take a short walk through the valley of Limpiopungo or visit
the mountain hut at 4,800m and the glaciers of this Andean giant. Night in Laso
(American breakfast).
Day 7. – Quilotoa Lagoon
An interesting and picturesque
excursion which will allow us to explore one of the most beautiful regions in
Ecuador, the main attraction being the striking lagoon inside the
Quilotoa volcano crater. We’ll also meet residents of this region: painters who
depict the distinctive way of life in this part of the Ecuadorian Andes in their
naïve art. Night in Laso (American breakfast, lunch).
Day 8. – Indigenous Market and
the Town of Baños
Outing to one of the traditional
indigenous markets in the vicinity (Saquisilí / Pujilí o Latacunga): a fantasy
of colours flavours and smells provide a vibrant backdrop for our trip. In the
afternoon we will continue on to the town of Baños which offers a great variety
of tourist attractions. Night in Baños (American breakfast).
Day 9. – Town of Baños
A tour around the outskirts of
Baños and its famous tourist circuit of waterfalls: the Pailon del Diablo walk,
the Manto de la Novia, and a brief visit to the jungle town of Puyo. In the
afternoon, we return to spend the night in the town of Baños (American
breakfast).
Day 10. – Chimborazo Ecological
Reserve
We stop off on our way to the town
of Riobamba to visit Mayahuasca, the only ecological reserve in Ecuador which
hosts vicunas (a kind of camel) living in the wild. In addition, we’ll have an
opportunity to take a short walk past the feet of the King of the Andes: 6,310m
Chimborazo. Last century, this was thought to be the tallest mountain in the
world, during which time mountaineer Edward Whimper came to Ecuador to attempt
the first climb of this Andean giant
Day 11. - On the Andean Train to
the Town of Cuenca
A fascinating excursion through the
highlands of Ecuador, on one of the oldest rail routes in South America, via the
famous (infamous?!) 100 year-old section at the Devil’s Nose. During the
afternoon we’ll call at the ancient fort of Inca Cañari at Inga Pirca, one of
the few Ecuadorian fortifications of the pre-colonial era. Night in Cuenca
(American breakfast & lunch).
Day 12. - Cajas Nacional Park and
Cuenca
In the morning we’ll visit the
marshy complex of Cajas national park. It’s 300+ lakes make it one of the most
important parks in the country, and with a landscape of singular natural beauty
it is just the right setting for excursions in this area. In the afternoon,
we’ll stop over in the handsome colonial town of Cuenca, cultural patrimony of
humanity.
Day 13. – Journey from Cuenca to
Guayaquil
Trip down one of the most scenic
routes in the South of Ecuador: the descent from the Andean heights to the
plains of the Ecuadorian coasts is a marvellous, matchless experience. During
our journey to the city of Guayaquil we’ll have the opportunity to see the
sweeping expanses of banana and cocoa plantations which provide Ecuador with
export products. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the city and spend the night in
Guayaquil (American breakfast).
Day 14. – Flight Home or
Galapagos Extension / Flight to Quito
(American breakfast).
Our Services Include
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Recommended hotels (according to
category chosen) with double room and American breakfast.
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Private transport throughout the
trip
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English-speaking qualified guide
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National park and ecological
reserve entrance fees
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Set menus during the tour
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Andean train tickets
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