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Explore Los Humedales, a complex of trails and lava formations,see native animals such as land turtles, flamingos. and zarapitos, along with much flora and fauna. We will visit the wall of tear to know all its history, this tour include bicycle route

Experience the rugged peaks of the Ecuadorian Andes and the biodiverse landscapes of the Amazon Rainforest on this epic 5-day circuit from Quito. Enjoy hiking in the Cotopaxi National Park, admire the waterfalls of Baños de Agua Santa, then spend three days in the Amazon rainforest. Along with jungle hikes and a canoe cruise, you’ll get to meet local indigenous communities and enjoy incredible wildlife sightings.

Otavalo is a city located in the province of Imbabura, north of Ecuador. The Imbabura volcano and some others are very close. Here we find the world famous “Mercado de Otavalo” or “Plaza de los Ponchos ”, where locals wear traditional indigenous clothing and market outfits and fabrics colorful in addition to handicrafts. We have near Otavalo the Cuicocha Volcano, a beautiful extinct volcano with a lagoon on the edge of it

Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of handcrafts, tapestries and weaving made by indigenous people of the surrounding villages. Meanwhile, tourists test their Spanish and bargaining skills at stalls vending colorful and inexpensive knitted sweaters, hats, gloves and much more.

Benefit from beverage and food tastings paired with your microbrews on this tour of Quito’s Centro Historico. While you visit several brew pubs, bars, and tasting rooms, you’ll learn from a guide about the craft beer movement taking hold in Ecuador. In addition, visit Ecuador's first craft beer store and take home two bottles of Ecuadorian micro-beers.

Explore Ecuador’s vibrant capital your way on a private city tour that’s ideal for first-time visitors pressed for time. You’ll delve deep into the culture and history of the UNESCO-listed Old Town while you receive undivided attention from your private guide. Plus, exploring on foot gives you chance to stop and focus on the smaller details.

Just outside of Cuenca, the towns of Chordeleg and Gualaceo preserve traditional ways of living through their well-regarded handicraft markets and typical town structures. Gain deeper insight into each location and Ecuadorian culture on this private 4-hour tour from Cuenca, which includes hassle-free transportation from the city.

Enjoy the unique crafts and picturesque landscapes during this cultural day trip to Otavalo, the colorful and charming Andean minacity that will please all your expectations. Admire the beauty of nature, take in the scenic views and marvel at the majestic Cayambe volcano with its endless glaciers. Browse for unique hand-made souvenirs at world-famous Otavalo crafts market and indulge your sweet tooth with delicious traditional dishes.

Unlike many Galapagos tours that only visit one site or focus exclusively on wildlife viewing, this experience combines three unique elements into one tour: underground exploration, spotting giant turtles in the wild and tasting local artisan coffee. You’ll explore the breathtaking lava tunnels, underground volcanic formations that few visitors have the opportunity to travel. Then, you will walk among giant turtles in their natural habitat, without cages or closed centers, and finally you will enjoy a tasting of 100% Galapagueño coffee, grown in the volcanic lands of the upper part of the island. This experience is distinguished by offering an authentic, educational and multisensory approach, ideal for those looking for more than a tourist excursion: a real connection with the geological history, wildlife and agricultural culture of the Galapagos.

We will visit the most striking points by tourists who seek to know the cultural places that mark the capital of Ecuador. We will observe the colonial helmet of Quito Metropolitano, and we will be on the equinotial line.

If you want to see Ecuador’s main attractions, but don’t want to plan a multi-day trip, try booking this Ecuador 8-Day Small-Group Tour from Quito to Guayaquil or Guayaquil to Quito. Some of the stops along this tour include Cuenca, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Banos, Laguna Quilotoa, and El Cajas National Park. Plus, this experience carves out a whole day to visit the Amazon rainforest with a guide who knows the ins and outs of the jungle.

This Ecuador complete tour will show you all the highlights of this so diverse country. You won’t miss a thing for sure! During this 16 day tour you will visit the 3 main regions of Ecuador: the Andes, the Amazon and the very famous Galapagos. The activities are adventurous and very diverse. In the Andes, where the indigenous culture is still very alive, you will visit the highlights from the nature, the culture and the colonial history. Meanwhile you can enjoy the volcanic horizon. In the Amazon you will try to spot as many animals as possible and you can even visit a tribe! At the Galapagos Islands you can enjoy the white beach and the blue waters, while seeing sea lions, flamingos, iguanas, many special birds and many tropical fish! We will make sure for you that when you go home, you will go home with many amazing and special memories, and a camera full of stunning pictures.

In the morning departure from the hotel to visit the viewpoint of the Pululahua Volcano located at 2,840 meters of altitude, currently in its crater, a community of 50 people sits, of which 90% are older adults, who live in the reserve and they live from agriculture and livestock, then we will go to the city half of the world where you can see the monument built in the eighteenth century which aims to highlight the exact location of the equator where the French scientific expedition defined the position of the line that divides the world, to finish our tour we will take the cable car that will take us up to 4100 meters high where we will have an impressive view of the city. (For operational reasons the order of visits can be modified).

The renewed Yacht Letty offers comfort and ample space on board while cruising around the Galapagos Islands. Its ocean-front cabins offer unparalleled comfort and private facilities: 4 Upper deck cabins with panoramic windows and 4 Lower deck cabins with portholes to accommodate up to 16 guests for a naturalist adventure of a lifetime; 2 Lower Deck cabins can be enjoyed as Triple cabins, ideal for small family or friends. A special plus on board our Yacht for our valued guests is that we offer WiFi service on board, Snorkeling Equipment, Wet-suits & Sea-kayaks at no extra cost! Also the Galapagos National Park entrance fee ($200 p.p.) is included in our listed price for your convenience.

Enjoy a walk to the natural formation of rocks in the form of a ghost at the gates of the Amazon and foothills of the Tungurahua volcano in the Penipe canton. Also, relax to take a bath in the hot springs located in this exotic area. Add the tour of the territory and observe different natural landscapes as well as culture and gastronomy

Step into the heart of Quito’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with history, art, and living traditions. Walk through majestic plazas, ornate churches, and historic streets while discovering the stories that shaped one of the best-preserved colonial centers in Latin America. This experience is perfect for travelers who want culture, architecture, and authentic local insight in one enriching walk. Book now and explore Quito’s past and present with a knowledgeable guide who brings the city to life.

This is the perfect opportunity to explore the Ecuadorian Amazon from the city of Baños de Agua Santa. Don't worry about a thing; we provide all the necessary comforts to make your experience unforgettable, amidst the jungle of Alto Napo. Transfer, entrance fees, a native guide, and equipment are all included... only cocktails and massages are not included in the program. The tour concludes in the city of Tena, where, as per the recommendations of many of our guests, you'll have the option to continue your journey to Cuyabeno or Yasuni, or proceed to the city of Quito. Our guide will assist you in coordinating everything you need.

Discover the Avenue of the Volcanoes at the Ecuadorian Andes very well known for its striking volcanic peaks and rugged Andean scenery. Some of Ecuador’s most visited sites lie in this area, including the view Cotopaxi volcano, the Quilotoa Lake a huge crater lake, the lively little holiday town of Baños and of course, Ecuador’s highest peak, Chimborazo. Continue to Cuenca with its cozy old town with colonial plazas, squares and much more. The land tour ends in Guayaquil city based at the pacific coast in order to depart to the Enchanted Islands of Galapagos which will captivate to every traveler with its unique flora and fauna.

This captivating program begins in Quito city, where we will visit the world-famous Colonial Center. We will also visit the striking Middle of the World. The next day we will go to one of the last paradises on the planet the wonderful “Galapagos Islands”, here we will enjoy the presence of Giant Turtles in Ranches and to the Charles Darwin Station, in addition to this, we will swim in beautiful beaches of crystalline waters, accompanied by baby sea lions, sea turtles and iguanas. To end our program, we will fly back to Guayaquil (flight ticket not included), where the charming Las Peñas Neighborhood is located, the modern Malecon 2000 with the magnificent statues of Bolivar and San Martin, where we will have an impressive view of Rio Guayas. (You can book this additional visit with us). Explore Ecuador and its natural wonders !!!

This adventure tour in Baños combines nature and thrilling activities. It includes visits to the Cascada de la Virgen and Pailón del Diablo waterfalls, both requiring moderate to high fitness levels. You'll also see stunning views of the Pastaza River at Agoyán and panoramic views of Tungurahua Volcano from the Mirador Casa del Árbol, home to the "Swing at the End of the World." Optional activities include zip-lining (for those in good physical condition) or a cable car ride. Ideal for adventure seekers, the tour requires comfortable clothing, suitable footwear, a raincoat, sunscreen, water, and a camera.

Imagine discovering Floreana at your own pace: combining gentle pedaling through its landscapes with hikes that arouse curiosity in the Asylum of Peace and an agricultural estate. Ideal for free-spirited adventurers, this tour invites you to touch history. You will feel the mysticism of the cave where the first inhabitants of the island lived (Wittmer Family), the purity of the freshwater slope and the face-to-face encounter with giant turtles in their habitat as well as walking inside volcanic mazes and knowing their imposing stone face. The tour continues to a local farm; a living experience where local traditions are heard and daily living of the locals is observed sowing or harvesting their agricultural products at the end of the tour are tasted their seasonal fruits.

Manta is not just a port. It is markets that smell of the sea before dawn, the connection with artisans who hand-knit one of the finest hats in the world and streets where the history of Manabi is still alive. This tour takes you to that real Manta, without filters, without mass groups, without rush. We start at the fishery market, where tuna arrive fresh every morning and fishermen work the same as decades ago. Then we travel to Montecristi, birthplace of the real straw toquilla hat, misnamed "Panama Hat", to meet artisans who still hand-knit it and understand why it has a UNESCO designation of origin. The group is maximum 4 people. The pace is up to you, the conversations are real and your guide is there for you, not to manage a line. Ideal for independent travelers, couples and small families who prefer depth over quantity.

Experience the real spirit of Quito in just half a day. Begin at the Hilton Colón and ride the modern Quito Metro with your guide, enjoying a genuine local moment as you travel to the heart of the city. In the UNESCO-listed Historic Center, stroll through charming cobblestone streets starting at Independence Square, surrounded by the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, and other iconic landmarks. Admire the impressive Basilica del Voto Nacional and walk past the breathtaking Church of La Compañía de Jesús, one of Latin America’s most beautiful temples. Enjoy 20 minutes of free time to enter and explore its dazzling gold-covered interior. At the end, return by metro with the guide or stay longer to discover cafés, museums, and markets on your own. A comfortable and authentic way to uncover Quito’s historic soul.

Enjoy a comfortable and personalized experience from Quito by visiting two of the most interesting places near the city. This tour combines the famous Half of the World with a cultural experience and Ecuadorian agave tasting at Casa Agave. Unlike massive tours, we travel in small groups (maximum 3 passengers) to offer greater comfort, personalized attention and a more relaxed tour. Ideal for travelers who want to know local culture, history and flavors in one day. It includes comfortable transportation from Quito, time for photographs, cultural learning and an authentic Ecuadorian experience.