Question 1

Where is the Avenue of Volcanoes located?

Accepted Answer

Avenue of the Volcanoes begins at the southern limit of Quito in Ecuador’s Cotopaxi National Park and ends in Cuenca. Most explore the route by train or car. With a car, follow the Pan-American Highway from Quito. There are also local buses that connect Quito and Cuenca.

Question 2

What is the Avenue of Volcanoes?

Accepted Answer

A long, rocky spine running south of Quito, Avenue of the Volcanoes is a 124-mile (200-kilometer) corridor between two parallel mountain ranges. Eight of Ecuador’s 10 highest points are here, including some of the world’s tallest snow-capped mountains and active volcanoes like Cotopaxi. The landscape moves from forests to fields.

Question 3

Is visiting the Avenue of Volcanoes worth it?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Avenue of the Volcanoes is the most visited region in Ecuador's highlands and one of the country's most photographed landscapes. This is where you’ll find Cotopaxi, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes. Travelers come here to hike, horseback ride, and visit villages and markets.

Question 4

Can you go to the Avenue of Volcanoes on your own?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can travel Avenue of Volcanoes by car or train, including a bright red historic train that runs along the scenic route. Known as the Devil's Nose Train (La Nariz del Diablo), the railway goes from Alausí to Sibambe. There are also guided tours from Quito with roundtrip transportation.

Question 5

What is the best time of year to visit the Avenue of Volcanoes?

Accepted Answer

Peak season in Quito runs from June to September, which coincides with the Ecuadorian dry season—it’s considered the best time to visit the Avenue of Volcanoes. However, you can visit the Avenue of Volcanoes anytime. Temperatures are springlike year-round, and the humidity is lower in September and November.

Question 6

How long does it take to tour the Avenue of Volcanoes?

Accepted Answer

Half-day tours of the Avenue of the Volcanoes and Cotopaxi National Park from Quito are available, but the attraction is often combined with other sites for all-day or multi-day excursions. Depending on your itinerary, you’ll need from two to six days to see all of the Avenue of Volcanoes.

Avenue of the Volcanoes Tours and Tickets

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