Ecuador - Explore Ecuador
Escape to Exotic Ecuador
Things you'll see
Quito to Quito
12 Days
Day 1 - 4
Our tour begins in the beautifully preserved colonial capital of Quito, located in the Andean highlands and surrounded by snow-capped volcanoes. We visit the Cotopaxi National Park, home to the 5897 meter Cotopaxi volcano and spend the evening in a beautiful countryside hacienda. Next we descend to the popular tourist town of Banos. Famous for it hot baths and wide range of great activities available Banos’ surroundings are green and attractive. We will visit the mighty Pailon del Diablo water fall and take a walk or horse ride along some of the many scenic paths in the area.
Day 5 – 8
We follow the Rio Pastaza canyon as it drops steadily from Banos and we head down into the tropical Amazon basin. Arriving to our wonderful jungle lodge located on the shores of the Arajuno river we will enjoy a three night stay. Take walks through the primary jungle and canoe down the tributaries to the mighty Amazon River. We visit an animal rescue project and a local community where you will learn about their traditional methods of survival and ways of life. Climbing up out of the Amazon basin enjoy enchanting views of beautiful cloud forest arriving at to the thermal village of Papallacta. Relax in the natural outdoor thermal pools while enjoying views Antisana Volcano located just 15 kilometers to the south.
Day 9 -12
We arrive into Otavalo in time for its famous Saturday Market. Dating back to pre-Incan times this lively and colourful market is alive with friendly local crafts-people selling their fare. Crossing the Equator we visit Mitad del Mundo – the Middle of the World and then pass on to Mindo, an area of western forest alive with exotic birdlife and with a rich natural history. Hummingbirds buzz around from tree to tree and colourful butterfly's fly overhead in the pretty, less visited, little town. Arriving back into Quito we will look down on the city from the hilltop Panecillo Monument and enjoy a last meal together to reflect on a wonderful and exhilarating Ecuadorian experience.
What's Included?
- 11 nights accommodation – 8 nights in comfortable tourist class hotels and guesthouses, 3 nights jungle lodge
- Transport in deluxe air-conditioned vehicle
- 11 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 7 Dinners
- Expert tour leader and local guides throughout
- Experienced Driver/Mechanic
- All National Park Entrance fees
Activites (Included)
- Cotopaxi National Park
- Pylon del Diablo Excursion – Banos
- Horse riding and hiking - Banos
- 4 day/3 night Amazon Jungle Package
- Papallacta Thermal Springs
- Otavalo Markets
- Frog Orchestra – Mindo
- Butterfly Sanctuary - Mindo
Booking Explore Ecuador
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Main Tour Cost: $1575.00
+Local Payment of USD $400.00You can provisionally book now with a minimum deposit of $250.00
Tour Options
The following options are available on this tour:
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Quito City Stay - 1 night |
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| Want some extra time to explore Quito? Our Quito extension includes one night accommodation at our great central hotel, return airport transfers and a half day Quito City tour. | ||||
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Travel Dates:
11/06/10 - 22/06/10(6+ Seats Left)
09/07/10 - 20/07/10
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06/08/10 - 17/08/10
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03/09/10 - 14/09/10
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Tour Prices:
$1575.00 USD
£1125.00 GBP
€1315.00 EU
$2100.00 AUD
$2625.00 NZD
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(2011 prices are subject to change)
Travelling Solo?
Viva Expeditions offers a "willing to share" option for all single travellers on our overland expeditions. Providing you are willing to share we will attempt to pair you with another willing to share passenger of the same sex. If there is no one available to share you will have a single room but still pay only the twin share price.However if you are not willing to share and would like a private room through out the tour you can guarantee this by choosing to pay the additional single supplement.
Where time is spent camping single tents are on a subject to availability basis. Please note the willing to share does not apply to specialty tours, independent adventures, tour add-ons and Galapagos packages.
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