Top Ecuador Sightseeing Tours in 2026

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Venture beyond Quito and get a closer look at Ecuador’s Indigenous culture on this comprehensive full-day tour of the Andean region. Save hours planning your itinerary and enjoy having everything organized for you. Along the way, visit a variety of spots for great souvenir shopping—including Otavalo Market, and Cotacachi for leather goods. The trip also includes a visit to Peguche Waterfall, with a guide to provide cultural insights and ensure you don’t get lost.

After your guide collects you from your hotel, set off an adventure around the city.  First, ascend to Quito’s famous viewpoint in a cable car. From 4,100 meters (13,000 feet) above sea level, you’ll see the city in all its splendor. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Sight and stop to visit major attractions like the Presidential Palace, La Ronda, and the Cathedral.

Escape the bustling streets of Quito and explore more of the Andean highlands on this full-day tour. With a private guide, explore the traditional Otavalo Market to purchase handicrafts. Then immerse yourself in nature at Cuicocha Lake and Peguche Waterfall, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Cotacachi Volcano and Ecuadorian Andes.

See the incredible and unique birdlife of Ecuador with this birding excursion with an experienced guide. Departing in the early morning from Quito City or Mindo town, travel to private reserves and sanctuaries to discover species in their natural habitat. Potential spots include the Schistes geoffroyi, Andigena laminirostris and the Tangara heinei. The necessary equipment including a spotting scope, binoculars and tuned bird calls are included.

Get up close with the exotic wildlife and beautiful scenery of the Amazon during this full-day trip to Puyo. Join your naturalist guide as you explore a rescue center for animals such as ocelots and monkeys, swim near a beautiful waterfall, paddle a canoe on the Puyo river, and visit with a local Quechua community. It's a great way to experience the Amazon jungle if you're short on time.

See a different side of Quito and admire the capital when it’s gloriously illuminated by night on a private evening tour. You’ll explore after dark safely in a private car and get the inside scoop on local history and culture in just a few hours. This flexible tour lets you customize your itinerary for a personalized experience.

Guayaquil, Gateway to the Galapagos, is more than just a layover city. See for yourself during this layover roundtrip sightseeing tour to/from the airport. This whirl around Ecuador's most important port city is completely flexible depending on the length of your layover. Stop by a local market to haggle over Ecuadorian handicrafts, pick up some handmade chocolate, get an overview of the city from downtown sights, or simply grab a bite to eat. Whatever you decide, it beats hanging out in an airport!

Set off on a day trip to Otavalo Market with a private guide. Skip the crowded public transit and enjoy the sights of the Pan-American highway from the comfort of your private vehicle.  Make stops at lesser known points of interest, including the foothills of Imbabura Volcano. Your tour of the Otavalvo Market can be customized to include a visit to Pecuche.

Escape the city and get back to nature during this memorable day of outdoor adventure. Follow your friendly guide to the hills of Cotopaxi National Park, where you'll look for local wildlife, revel in the biodiversity and encounter active volcanos up close. This hiking and biking experience is perfect for the active traveler.

1. Rafting (Pastaza River Level III –IV) 2. Canopy (1300 meters round trip) 3. Canyonig (Chamana Waterfall) 9:00 AM - RAFTING (Includes a Lunch and Photos and videos) Our motto is to provide a safe and fun tour This unique river (28 kilometers long) is listed as one of the best rivers in the world for rafting, offering all who visit it an experience of adventure and contemplation of nature. 2:30 p.m. - CANOPY The zip line, also called canopy, is an adventure sport that consists of sliding down a steel cable from one point to another at a lower height. 300 meters above a beautiful waterfall called EL MANTO DEL NOVIA 3:30 p.m. - CANYONING We descend 4 waterfalls with the last largest waterfall in Baños the Cascada del Silencio with a height of 50 meters. www.explorjunglec.com

Explore Ecuador's Avenue of the Volcanoes that stretches from Quito to Cuenca during this 5-day excursion. Alongside a private tour guide, explore top Andean highlights including Quilotoa Lake, Cotopaxi, the Pailon del Diablo waterfall, and the Ingapirca ruins. Your package is inclusive of four nights' accommodation and most meals for a hassle-free experience.

Visit some of Ecuador’s top natural attractions without having to worry about arranging your activities, accommodation, and transfers on a private 4- or 5-day tour that comes with two different options depending on your budget. You’ll visit renowned sights such as Baños, Cuenca, Cotopaxi National Park, and Quilotoa Lake.

Discover Manabi’s fascinating history, natural wonders, and rich cultural heritage while in port in Manta on this full-day tour. Visit the town of Pile, where the world-famous Panama Hats are made; spot howler monkeys as you hike through the Pacoche Humid Forest; tuck into delicious Ecuadorian cuisine for lunch (not included); and learn all about the Ecuadorian Revolution at the Montecristi Museum.

Enjoy this full-day tour of Otavalo Marketplace, the largest Indigenous market in Latin America. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to Otavalo Marketplace, to browse stalls for colorful, artisan souvenirs and delicious flavors. See, too, the famous equator monument and stop in Peguche to visit a waterfall and a local family to learn about local music.

Experience the biodiverse Mindo Cloud Forest to observe its many species on this full-day tour from Quito. Join a small group and visit a reserve to see more than 1,000 colorful butterflies fluttering around you. Then, walk through the Mindo-Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve to a waterfall, where you can take a refreshing dip. Your tour also includes access to a canopy zipline or another adventure sport.

Combine two of Quito’s top attractions without having to worry about booking each one separately on a combo tour of Otavalo Market and the Middle of the World Monument that includes a bike ride. Plus, a small group limited to only six other travelers means that you’ll be able to pedal at your own pace and enjoy personalized attention from your guide.

It's called ‘Ecuador’ because it sits on the earth’s Equator. Take this half-day trip to the middle of the world and plant your feet in the northern and southern hemispheres at the same time. Pay a visit to the Mitad del Mundo Museum to learn about indigenous cultures of the region and to conduct hands on experiments you can only do on the Equator.

Discover the best that Ecuador’s capital has to offer on this private sightseeing tour of Quito. Join a local guide for a tour focused on the geography, history, culture, and architecture of the city, visiting landmarks in chronological order. Highlights include the Intinan Equator Museum, Old Town Quito, and several Catholic landmarks to learn about Ecuador’s colonial history.

For an unparalleled nature experience, take a day tour to Antisana Volcano.  After morning pickup from your hotel, you’ll set off to hike along the Andean slopes with your private guide.  Along the way, you’ll spot exciting species like carunculated caracara puma, and the noteworthy Andean condor. Explore the flora and fauna at your own pace. You’ll dine at a local restaurant for lunch, before being returned to your lodgings.

If you’ve just got one day to explore Quito, make the most of your time in Eduador’s culture-rich capital with this attraction-packed day tour. You’ll explore at your own pace in your private group, and cover plazas and churches in the UNESCO-listed Old Town as well as the Middle of the World Monument, which marks the site of the equator.

Discover the biodiverse Mindo Cloud Forest on this birdwatching tour from Quito. Join a private guide and keep your eyes peeled for several species of birds as you walk through the Mindo-Nambillo Forest. There are many other activities you can enjoy in Mindo such as trekking, tubing, horseback rides, and river rafting (at an additional cost).

Take a break from sightseeing and rest your bones in the Papallacta hot springs on this private tour from Quito. Soak in the thermal waters surrounded by the Andes Mountains and observe the lagoon. After feeling rejuvenated, visit the Cloud Forest Reserve for birdwatching, including the chance to see species like the Turquoise Jay and Torrent Duck.

Explore the beautiful city of Cuenca by bike on this 3-hour tour. Pedal along the river and admire the architecture of the El Barranco neighborhood. Visit an old Inca archaeological site, Pumapungo, and learn about this ancient culture at the adjacent museum and finish up with a pedal around the UNESCO-listed historic center of Cuenca.