Ecuador: Andes & Amazon Adventure

Ecuador is where the Andes meet the Amazon - and adventure meets discovery. Hike through lush rainforest, raft a jungle river, and stand with one foot in each hemisphere. You’ll visit volcanoes, waterfalls, and bustling mountain towns while learning how geography and culture intertwine. From cloud forest canopies to cacao beans and craft markets, this trip packs big experiences into a small, unforgettable country.
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Itinerary

day
1
Day 1: Fly to Ecuador
  • Meet your Tour Director at the airport
day
2
Day 2: Explore Quito
  • Guided tour of Quito
    Independence Plaza, Government Palace, Visit the Church of the Society of Jesus
  • Take an excursion to the equatorial line
  • Visit the Intiñan Museum
day
3
Day 3: Quito - Tena
  • Travel through the Andes via Papallacta to Tena
  • Visit Papallacta Hot Springs
  • Continue to Tena, gateway to the Amazon rainforest
day
4
Day 4: Amazon Rainforest Exploration
  • Guided Amazon rainforest hike
  • Visit a local animal rescue center
  • Participate in a chocolate-making workshop
day
5
Day 5: Tena – Baños
  • Whitewater rafting excursion
  • Travel through the Andes to Baños
day
6
Day 6: Explore Baños
  • Travel along 'The Route of Waterfalls'
  • Visit the Devil’s Cauldron waterfall
  • Canopy zip line tour
  • Enjoy a hike through the Baños rainforest
day
7
Day 7: Baños – Riobamba
  • Travel to the Riobamba area
  • View the Chimborazo Volcano
  • Enjoy a scenic walk near near Chimborazo
  • Visit a traditional Andean market
  • Special farewell dinner
day
8
Day 8: Riobamba area - Quito - Fly home
  • Visit Cotopaxi National Park
    Limpiopungo Lake, Cotopaxi Volcano
  • Travel to Quito
  • Depart overnight flight home
day
9
Day 9: Arrive home

Inclusions

Hotels

7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

Meals

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

Airfare & transportation

Round-trip flights on major carriers, comfortable motorcoach and/or public transportation provided to scheduled activities

Entrances

Entrances to all activities denoted as 'visit' on itinerary

Guided sightseeing

Expert, local guides included per itinerary

Tour Director

Full-time logistical and experienced partners with your group 24/7

Emergency Support

24 hour Emergency service, we will be there for you

Travel Protection

Included on-tour travel protection with medical , illness and more

Meals

Special farewell meal, ensuring a high note to cap off the trip

Price Tour

Departure Date
Gateway

Free Place Ratio
Group Size Estimate
Travel Protection
($90)
($225)
Make Group Private?
Include Tips?
Rewards


Tour Fee

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