Amazonia Andes | Ecuador Tours LLC

Amazon Andes

per person

$1299

8 DAYS

Embark on a journey that connects the majestic Andes with the magic of the Amazon. Discover the colonial charm of Quito, relax in the hot springs of Papallacta, and venture into the rainforest, where nature and ancestral cultures unite in a unique experience. Navigate tranquil rivers, observe exotic wildlife, and savor the finest Ecuadorian cacao. Then, experience the adventure of Baños, marvel at the emerald beauty of Quilotoa, and bid farewell beneath the imposing presence of the Cotopaxi volcano. An unforgettable adventure amidst mountains, rainforest, and sky.

Includes

English-speaking local guide
7 nights accommodation with private bathroom in mid-to-upper-class hotels
Full board program for 8 days with meals in carefully selected restaurants
Private transportation throughout the trip
All excursions, entrance fees, guides, land and water transport, rubber boots and snorkeling equipment as per the itinerary

Does not include

International round-trip flight to Quito (we can help you with flight options and free advice)
Laundry service
Tips (optional)
Personal expenses

Arrival in Quito

Welcome to Ecuador! Upon arrival in Quito, you will be met by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel. Located in the majestic Andes Mountains, at 2,850 meters above sea level, Quito combines history, culture, and spectacular mountain scenery. Accommodation in Quito.

Papallacta / Amazon

Journey to the Amazon basin, enjoying breathtaking viewpoints overlooking one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. Upon arrival at the lodge, you will be welcomed with the traditional guayusa tea and introduced to the incredible variety of flora and fauna of the rainforest. In the evening, a guided hike will take place, using flashlights and rubber boots, to observe spiders, grasshoppers, eels, snakes, toads, frogs, owls, and the impressive arapaima. Accommodation in the Amazon.

Amazon

Today you'll enjoy a special adventure: the 360° Amazonian Full Day. You can go tubing on the tranquil Arajuno River or relax on a canoe trip before arriving at the animal rescue center. Later, by motorized canoe, you'll visit Anaconda Island, where an indigenous community will demonstrate blowgun techniques, traditional dances, the extraction of agave fibers, and the preparation and tasting of chicha (a fermented beverage). Lunch will be served on the riverbank. You'll also search for the iconic hoatzin and observe caimans in the swamp. Return to the lodge by motorized canoe. Overnight in the Amazon.

Amazon

In the morning, enjoy a short hike and a relaxing canoe ride on a lagoon within a nature reserve. A local guide will show you how to live in harmony with the rainforest as you discover the region's biodiversity. In the afternoon, the experience continues with a presentation and tasting of cacao, including an interactive hot chocolate-making session, fruit, and a chocolate face mask. Accommodation in the Amazon.

Amazon / Baths

In the morning, you will visit the majestic Pailón del Diablo waterfall, accessible via an ecological trail surrounded by lush vegetation and orchids. Afterward, you will arrive in Baños de Agua Santa, known for its optional adventure activities such as canyoning, bungee jumping, zip-lining, and cable cars. You will also visit the local market, where you can purchase sugarcane sweets and handicrafts. An optional visit to the hot springs and the Basilica of Baños is recommended. Accommodation in Baños.

Quilotoa / Cotopaxi / Quito

In the morning, travel to the majestic Cotopaxi volcano, covered in snow and glaciers. Within the national park, you will hike to the José Rivas refuge, located at an altitude of 5,042 meters. During the trek, you may observe wild horses, Andean condors, llamas, foxes, rabbits, and páramo birds. Afterward, transfer to Quito airport to continue your journey or catch your international flight home.

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Amazon Andes

$1299

8 DAYS

Does not include

Additional information

Arrival in Quito

Welcome to Ecuador! Upon arrival in Quito, you will be met by your English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel. Located in the majestic Andes Mountains, at 2,850 meters above sea level, Quito combines history, culture, and spectacular mountain scenery. Accommodation in Quito.

Papallacta / Amazon

Quito / Middle of the World / Papallacta

Amazon

Amazon

Amazon / Baths

Baths / Quilotoa

Quilotoa / Cotopaxi / Quito