The Andes lies to the centre of the country and across it from north to south are Tulcan, Ibarra, Quito, Cuenca and Loja cities. They offer an ideal setting for magnificent hikes in Ecuador as well as numerous cultural visits, in particular, the Indian communities with preserved traditions and the many traces of Inca civilisation (and other pre-Inca civilisations!) Besides this is the rich colonial past that has shaped the region.
The Ecuadorian Andes is composed of two cordilleras that are populated by numerous volcanoes and carpeted by colorful and picturesque agricultural lands. Experience the adventure of travelling and staying in a highly volcanic territory; this is what ITK, a specialist in trekking in the Andes and discovery of Andean culture , offers you.
The Andes Cordillera is made up of volcanoes, most of which are dead or dormant. This offers you incredible landscapes and playgrounds for hikes and treks.
Two eras have marked the history of the Ecuadorian Andes: the Inca Empire and the Spanish colonisation. The sites and places to visit are obviously marked by the Ecuadorian history.
You will have plenty of time to observe and discover a great variety of animals up close in the Andes during your trip to Ecuador, especially during hikes, climbs and treks.