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Highlights Of Ecuador

20 days ex Quito

Trip Code: EF06G

Quito, Papallacta Hot Springs, Quichua Homestay, Amazon Jungle, Baños, Cuenca, Cayambe, Otavalo, Galapagos Islands.

Spend 20 days exploring both the interior of Ecuador and the unique Galapagos Archipelago. Experience the real Ecuador, including a jungle homestay, colonial towns in the Andes, and the wildlife of the islands. This tour encompasses the many faces of the country, and is one of the most diverse places on earth.

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Day 1 Arrive Quito
Arrive in Quito at any time.
Day 2 Papallacta Hot Springs (B)
Explore Quito on your own. In the afternoon, take a bus to Papallacta and enjoy a relaxing glass of wine in the natural mineral hot pools.
Day 3-4 Amazon Homestay (2B, 1L, 2D)
Descend into the Amazon this morning and watch the scenery change dramatically. Experience life in the jungle first-hand on a homestay with a local Quichua family, and enjoy the hospitality of these wonderful people.
Day 5-6 Jungle Lodge (2B, 2L, 2D)
Travel to our jungle lodge on the Napo River, one of the Amazon's two major tributaries. Explore both on foot and by canoe, and learn the natural history of the area. Option for an exhilarating whitewater rafting trip on the Napo.
Day 7-8 Baños
Return to the mountains and journey to Baños. Outdoor activity options include hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking; you may also opt to relax in the town's natural hot baths.
Day 9-11 Cuenca
Head south to colonial Cuenca, a full-day trip with spectacular views. Cuenca is perhaps the most beautiful town in Ecuador with its cobblestone streets, busy markets and interesting architecture. Explore the town, hike in Cajas National Park, or visit the nearby Inca ruins of Ingapirca. Fly back to Quito for the night of Day 11.
Day 12-13 Cayambe
Continue north to the village of Cayambe, where we stay in a 400-year-old hacienda nestled at the base of Cayambe Volcano. Hike back from the base of the volcano's glacier, rent horses and head off into the hills, or explore the beautiful property surrounding the hacienda — the choice is yours.
Day 14-15 Otavalo / Quito
Visit beautiful Otavalo and its famous handicrafts market, the largest in South America. Villagers from the surrounding countryside come here every week to sell handmade goods, livestock, fruits and vegetables. Return to Quito in the evening.
Day 16-18 Galapagos (3B, 3L, 3D)
Fly to Galapagos in the morning. Visit several islands during our Galapagos adventure, viewing wildlife and soaking up the spectacular scenery. Each day travel with our naturalist guide from our yacht to the islands via small, motorized launch. Explore the islands on foot and learn about the natural history and unique wildlife from our guide. Most days you can snorkel among sea lions, and there is always time to relax out on deck.
Day 19 Quito (B)
Visit one last island early in the morning before flying back to Quito. Transfer to our hotel; the evening is at leisure.
Day 20 Depart Quito
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