Accommodation in Quito: Plaza Grande Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Casa Gangotena (or similar)
Images of Ecuador
11 days from £4175 per person
Perhaps more than any other country, Ecuador encompasses South America. Jungle, colonial towns and volcanic valleys blend with stunning countryside and an abundance of wildlife to create a destination that is both enlightening and magical. From the stately capital Quito, journey south through the ‘Avenue of the Volcanoes’, past small market towns and wonderful ancient Inca sites. Ecuador is a special country where Spanish influence combines to create a wonderful confection of tradition, natural beauty and captivating atmospheres.
Route: Quito – Cotacachi – Cotopaxi – Riobamba – Cuenca – Guayaquil
Itinerary Highlights
Quito, Ecuador’s capital, sits at an altitude of 2850m in the Andes. Built on the site of an Inca city the city is known for its Spanish colonial buildings, some of which are 500 years old.
Cotacachi and nearby Otavalo are market towns famous for their handicrafts, predominantly leather goods and textiles, but jewellery, musical instruments and spices are also traded.
The centre of Cuenca in Ecuador’s South is a historical centre, with many impressive colonial buildings and monuments. The Old and New Cathedrals are symbols of the city.
Itinerary: Images of Ecuador
Accommodation in Quito: Plaza Grande Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Casa Gangotena (or similar)
Accommodation in Cotacachi: La Mirage Hotel & Spa (or similar)
Accommodation in Cotacachi: La Mirage Hotel & Spa (or similar)
Accommodation in Cotopaxi: Hacienda San Agustin de Callo (or similar)
Accommodation in Riobamba: Albergue Abraspungu (or similar)
Accommodation in Cuenca: Mansión Alcazar (or similar)
Accommodation in Cuenca: Mansión Alcazar (or similar)
Accommodation in Guayaquil: Oro Verde Hotel (or similar)
Upgrade option: Hotel del Parque (or similar)
**KEY: N = No meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Domestic flights
- Private car and driver
- Sightseeing with local English speaking guides
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.