Explore Ecuador's culture and stunning scenery Meet the locals on this trip of Ecuador's highlights - chat to villagers and artisans in Indian villlages and colourful markets, and swim with sea lions and stand alongside blue-footed boobies in the Galapagos. Ecuador is vibrant and beautiful, and this itinerary allows you to get close to it's most famous inhabitants...
Enriching tailormade journeys – for you This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in Ecuador. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; maybe a longer Galapagos cruise or some extra walking tours on the islands. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1890.
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Depart the UK for Quito, arriving the same day, and transfer to Ibarra.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hacienda Pinsaqui
Hacienda Pinsaqui
First constructed in 1790, this colonial hacienda is now a hotel with great character and history. There are about 30 rooms in total shared between the original building and more recently built wing. The gardens are peaceful and well kept with a 300 year old adjacent chapel.
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Otavalo
Today visit Otavalo's famous market, where Otavaleños barter in silence, in marked contrast to the raucous noise of other markets. Proceed to Peguche, an Indian village that's home to artisans who weave in the comfort of their house. You'll be able to watch them at work. You will also have the opportunity to visit Cuicocha volcano which has a three km wide lake-filled caldera.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hacienda Pinsaqui Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Cumbaya valley
Drive to Papallacta; en route enjoy lunch in the beautiful surroundings of La Compania rose plantation.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Termas Papallacta Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Termas Papallacta
Termas Papallacta is a wonderful spa property with a stunning location in the Cumbaya valley. Accommodation is in comfortable en-suite cabins, situated around the thermal pools; there is a range of treatments to choose from including a hydrotherapy area, mud bath, sauna and massage.
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Quito
Today you transfer back to Quito.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Patio Andaluz Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Patio Andaluz
Located in the old quarter a short distance from the main square, Patio Andaluz is an attractive guesthouse restored to its original design as a colonial mansion. Most of the well-appointed rooms open on to two beautiful patios. The hotel also has a restaurant and bar.
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Quito city tour
Discover the charm and heritage of this UNESCO listed city on a guided tour of Quito’s old quarter, followed by a visit to the equator monument just north of the capital where you can straddle the equator line!
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Patio Andaluz Included meals: Breakfast
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Galapagos Islands
Fly to the Galapagos and start your wildlife journey on Baltra Island, where you are met and escorted to your boat. Today, enjoy your first encounters with endangered giant tortoises. Each lunchtime, evening or night you sail from one island to another.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Coral I & II Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Coral I & II
Coral I & II are comfortable, medium-sized boats. Coral I hosts a maximum of 36 guests, while Coral II can accommodate 20. The boats are similar in design and facilities; both have air-conditioned cabins, a lounge area with sofas and TV, bar, whirlpool and dining area with large windows for great views of the passing islands and wildlife.
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Santa Fe and Plazas Islands
Sail north to the incredible islands of Santa Fe and Plazas, home to the Galapagos hawk, sea lions, marine iguanas and blue-footed boobies.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Coral I & II Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Rabida and Santa Cruz Islands
Rabida Island is a red beach, where a stroll along provides encounters with sea lions, mockingbirds and Darwin's finches. You can also take a glass-bottom boat along the coast. Explore Santa Cruz Island, home to giant tortoises.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Coral I & II Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Explore North Seymour and leave the Galapagos
North Seymour is a paradise for bird enthusiasts. Spot magnificent and great frigate birds, a nesting colony of blue-footed boobies and swallow-tailed gulls. Enjoy a dinghy ride from the boat, and snorkel in the clear waters, before, unfortunately, it's time to leave the Galapagos for your flight to the UK.
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