7-Day Ecuador Cross Crossing Cycling

Quito, Ecuador

7 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Dinner
Activities: Biking in Cotopaxi NP, Biking in Cyamabe Coca ER, Biking to Otavalo, Biking into Pulilahua Crater, Hiking in Papallacta, Soaking in volcanic hot springs.
Accommodation based in double occupancy: 2 nights in first class hotel in Quito, 1 night in Papallacta Resort, 3 nights in Colonial Haciendas
Transportation: private and comfortable land transportation.
Gear: Trek X caliber, 29 inches wheels, rock shock suspension, hydraulic brakes, bontrager helmets.
Trip Leader: Certified AJ expert English-speaking Adventure Trip Leader and local guides
Lunch (2)

Lunch
Breakfast (6)

Breakfast

International flights
My Own Room supplement
Airport transfers to/from Quito airport
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Required immunizations (mandatory)
Meals not described in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tips for guides and drivers

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Meeting point

Sheraton Quito Hotel
No. 36 - 212 y, Av. República de El Salvador, Quito 170135, Ecuador

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival Day in Quito City

1 Stop

Adventure Journeys

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Sheraton Quito or similar

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Biking in Cotopaxi National Park

1 Stop

Cotopaxi National Park

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Santa Ana Hacienda or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Hot Springs in Papallacta

1 Stop

Papallacta

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Papallacta Hot Springs

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

Biking in Cayambe Coca Ecological Reserve

1 Stop

Volcan Cayambe

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Hacienda Guachala or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Biking to Otavalo Market

1 Stop

Otavalo Market

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Hacienda Pinsaqui or Similar

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6

Biking into Pululahua Crater

1 Stop

Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Sheraton Quito or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7

Departure Day

1 Stop

Quito Old Town (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
It is our intention to adhere to the itinerary described; however, due to our travel style, on occasions it may be necessary or desirable to make small changes. Weather conditions and unpredictable local circumstances may lead us to make alterations to the route and/or travel times. Hotels and flight schedules might change according to availability. Any mention to specific wildlife in the itinerary or trip details is not a guarantee that it will be seen during the trip.
Driving Time: 2 hours driving a day
Season: All year
Provinces: Pichincha, Cotopaxi and Imbabura provinces.
Near public transportation
Territory: Central and Northern Andes of Ecuador.
Infant seats available
Altitude: From 6900 feet ( 2100 m ) to 13000 feet ( 3962 m
Temperatures: Day 15-34ºC / 59-93ºF - Night 12-17ºC / 53-62ºF

Level of Activity: Moderate to Challenging. This program is located in the central and northern Andes of Ecuador and we cycle mostly on dirt roads, single track and one day on asphalt, the rides are mostly flat and downhill but there is also optional climbs depending on the physical level of the group, for people that need a brake or are tired can ride in the bus with our driver but still enjoy the attractions.
Gear: Top of the line Bikes, TREK X caliber, rock shock suspension, hydraulic brakes, 29 inches wheels, bontrager helmets.
Hotels: All prices are based on double-occupancy. If you are travelling solo, you will be matched with another participant of your same sex. If you prefer to have a single room, please contact AJ prior to your departure to arrange your accommodation at an extra cost.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Food: One of the highlights of this trip is the Gastronomy, most of what we eat is organic and very fresh. Products like yucca, plantains, heart of palm, salads, fish, chicken, beef, always coffee and tea. All this is prepare by professional chefs from the Haciendas, for picnic and box lunches we include a huge variety of fruit, protein, vegetables, and snacks. Vegans, Gluten free and Vegetarians are welcome in our trips, there will always be options for them.
Guides: All AJ guides and trip leaders are highly experienced, licensed to operate in Ecuador and certified as Wilderness Adventure First Aid responders. We always carry a complete first aid kit in our trips.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Clients receive interpretation and education about the ecology and conservation of the Andes, Amazon Rainforest and Galapagos Islands, and learn about the factors that threaten it. We aim to promote long-term conservation of both local people cultural identity and the environment. We transport out and recycle all non-organic garbage and we prefer to work with local suppliers. Your visit will encourage the local communities to support responsible eco-tourism as a sustainable alternative for their living.
Please inform AJ of any existing medical conditions ( i.epregnacy, diabetes etc). Yellow fever, Hepatitis B vaccination and Malaria Medication are mandatory for this trip. We strongly recommend to ensure that routine immunizations such as tetanus and diphtheria are up to date and to consider Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccinations. Please ask your doctor for advice.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.