Ecuadorian Tradition 7D/ 6N
Quito, Ecuador
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Overview
Welcome to the magical 5-day tour circuit in Ecuador! On this trip, you will be transported through the capital city of Quito, the province of Imbabura, the city of Otavalo, the hot springs of Papallacta, the Tena, the city of Baños, the province of Cotopaxi and the majestic Cotopaxi National Park. And if your adventurous heart desires, you can extend your trip for 2 more days to visit the historic city of Cuenca, the impressive Cajas National Park and the ancient Ingapirca Archaeological Complex. This circuit is a window into the history, culture and nature of Ecuador, from the Middle of the World to the lagoons, waterfalls and volcanoes that adorn its lands. Make your trip an unforgettable adventure!
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HIGHLIGHTS
Location: you will visit 6 provinces: Province of Pichincha, Province of Imbabura, Province of Napo, Province of Tungurahua, Province of Cotopaxi, Province of Azuay.
CIRCUIT: HIGHLANDS-AMAZON (MINIMUM DAYS: 7, PROVINCES: 6, STOPS: 33)
Duration: 5 days/4 nights
Maximum: 35 pax
Required age: 13+
Type of tour: Bus Tour
Level of complexity: Low-moderate
Included/Excluded
- ✅Tourist Transportation
- ✅Certified Bilingual Guides
- ✅Guided Activities
- ✅Entrance fees to establishments
- ✅Lodging with breakfast
- ✅Visit360 Souvenir
- ❌Travel Insurance
- ❌Meals
- ❌Souvenirs
- ❌Tips
- ❌Optional activities.
- ❌Extra expenses not specified in the tour
Tour Plan
DESCRIPTION
Welcome to the Ecuadorian paradise, in this spectacular circuit know the highlights of Ecuador, starting with its capital city, Quito at 2850 meters above sea level, admiring its landscapes and knowing its history and culture, knowing the Middle of the world!, then you can admire the unique landscapes that the province of Imbabura has to show, starting with its representative volcano, the Imbabura volcano at 4630 meters above sea level. On this route we will visit the most representative cities that offer unforgettable experiences, such as the city of Otavalo, where you will learn about the indigenous history and its textiles, and which has unique natural destinations such as the waterfalls of Peguche and the Cuicocha lagoon. In addition, this circuit combines the perfect sensations of relaxation and adventure, we will visit the hot springs of the town of Papallacta, the paradisiacal city of Tena and its waterfalls full of ancestral energy, the magical city of Baños, a must-see destination that offers one of the most impressive waterfalls in Latin America, "El Pailon del Diablo", a view full of charm of the city and pure adventure in nature. Finally in this 5 day circuit we will visit the province of Cotopaxi, honoring the province, we will admire the incredible crater of the Quilotoa volcano and its legends, to finish with a visit to one of the most important national parks in the country, the Cotopaxi National Park with an altitude of 5,897, reaching the first refuge, called Jose Rivas at 4,864 meters above sea level.
You can make this circuit even more charming, and extend it 2 more days, visiting the wonderful city of Cuenca, which like Quito, is also a heritage city and very appreciated for its colonial architecture, admiring from the viewpoint of Turi, the charm of Cuenca, ending this tour with 2 very important sites, El Cajas National Park, which was recognized as a Ramsar site or Wetland of International Importance, due to the large number of lagoons that houses an important amount of flora and fauna of the country, and the archaeological complex Ingapirca, without doubt, the most important pre-Columbian archaeological site of Ecuador. In this site, located in the province of Cañar, lies the best preserved Inca architectural complex in the country. This archaeological complex of four hectares is a must for all those who want to know the Qhapaq Ñan - Andean Road System, because this site besides concentrating the Cañari culture (500 AD) was an important ceremonial area, which united various cultures throughout the Tahuantinsuyo and became, like Macchu Picchu in Cuzco (Peru), symbols of the power of the Inca civilization.
Undoubtedly, the best 7 days in the Ecuadorian continent!
POINT OF EXIT
Private Tour: Pick up at Hotel
Shared Tour: Meeting point at Bulevar Naciones Unidas, Quito
NECESSARY EQUIPMENT - WHAT TO BRING
Long clothing
Flashlight/torch
Small bag
Zippered bags to keep clothes/equipment dry
Cotton underwear
First aid kit
Windbreaker or pullover
Waterproof jacket
Lightweight clothing for layering
Warm or warm clothing for hiking in the Andes, where we reach low temperatures
Wool hat
Wool gloves
Sun hat or cap
Sun block
Insect repellent
Sunglasses
Bathing suit
Towel
Comfortable walking shoes
Quick-drying, light and comfortable clothes
Sneakers with straps or water shoes
PLACES TO VISIT
Day 1: Full Day City Line: Cable Car + City Tour + Middle of the World
Quito,capital of Ecuador
Cable Car (Pichincha Volcano)
Basilica of the Voto Nacional
Benalcazar Square
Plaza Grande
Sagrario Church
La Compañía
San Francisco Church
La Ronda
Panecillo
Ciudad Mitad del Mundo Tourist Complex
Day 2: Full Day Otavalo
Biscuit Factory (Cayambeño Breakfast)
San Pablo Lake Viewpoint
Peguche waterfall
Otavalo poncho square
Cuicocha Lagoons
Day 3: Hot Springs + Magical Cities
Hike Papallacta
Tena
Baths
Tree house
Enchanted Forest
Day 4: Adventure in Baños
Pailon del Diablo
Route of the waterfalls
Pastaza river cable car
Tree house
Quilotoa
Day 5: Volcanoes Route: National Park Cotopaxi-Quilotoa
Quilotoa viewpoint
Cotopaxi Volcano Refuge
Tambopaxi Restaurant
Limpiopungo Lagoon
Cuenca City
Day 6: Cuenca City Tour+Turi Viewpoint
Cuenca City
Turi Viewpoint
Day 7: Cajas National Park+Ingapirca
Cajas National Park
Ingapirca Archaeological Center
ITINERARY
Day 1: Full Day City Line: Cable Car + City Tour + Middle of the World
8:00 Pick up
8:30 Enter to the cable car cabins and ascend to the Pichincha.
9:00 Walk, interpretation and visit of the swing (panoramic view of the Avenue of the Volcanoes)
10:00 Departure to the Basilica of Voto Nacional
10:30 Historic Center of Quito
12:30 Lunch
14:00 Panecillo
15:30 Ciudad Mitad del Mundo Tourist Complex
17:30-18:00 Drop Off
Day 2: Full Day Otavalo
07:00 Pick up
08:30 Tasting and tasting of biscuits in Cayambe
09:30 Departure to Mirador Lago San Pablo
10:00 Arrival at Mirador to take pictures and contemplate the view of the Imbabura Volcano.
10:45 Arrival to Peguche waterfalls, 15 to 20 min walk.
12:30 Visit to the Plaza de Ponchos of Otavalo, free time of 1 hour.
13:00 Lunch
15h30 Visit to the Cuicocha Lagoons located in the Cotacachi- Cayapas National Park.
16h15 Departure to Papallacta
19:15 Dinner
20:00 -22:00 Hot springs
23:00 Check in-off
Day 3: Hot Springs + Magical Cities
07:30 Breakfast
08:30 Hiking on the Island Trail
10:00 Departure to Tena city
13:00 Lunch
14:30 City Tour
15:30 Tena waterfall
17:00 Departure to Baños
20:00 Dinner
21:30 Enchanted Forest
10:30 Night Tour (optional)
Day 4: Adventure in Baños
7:30 Breakfast
8:30 Sigsi huayco Caves
10:00-11:30 Waterfall route - Mega adventure park
12:00 Pailon del Diablo waterfall
13:30 Lunch
15:00 Tree house
16:30 Departure to Quilotoa
18:30 Dinner in Ambato
21:30 Check in- Night Tour in Quilotoa (Optional)
Day 5: Route of the Volcanoes: Cotopaxi-Quilotoa National Park
07:00 Breakfast
08:30 Quilotoa viewpoint
10:30 Departure to Cotopaxi
13:00 Lunch in Tambopaxi
14:30 Limpiopungo
15:30 Cotopaxi Volcano Refuge
19:00 Dinner in Ambato
20:30 Departure to Cuenca
02:00 Arrival-check in-rest
Day 6: Cuenca City Tour+Turi Viewpoint
09:00 Breakfast
10:00 City Tour Bus
12:30 Lunch
14:15 Turi Viewpoint
14:50 Walking tour Cuenca Cathedral and culture
18:00 Dinner - free night
Day 7: Cajas National Park+Ingapirca
07:00 Breakfast
09:00 Cajas National Park
12:00 Lunch
14:30 Ingapirca Archaeological Complex
15:30 Return to Quito
19:00 Dinner in Riobamba
22:30 Drop off
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