Trekking and mountain biking among the Andes mountain range!
FERNANDO’S WORD OVER THIS TOUR
This short yet lovely tour will let you discover two of the most well-known Ecuador milestones, The Quilotoa Lake & The Cotopaxi National Park
You will pass by two isolated and still villages; Chugchilán on day 2 and Isinliví on day 3. Even though these small villages are not so popular as other ones,they are very picturesque and will convey a feeling of peace and calm.
The Toachi Canyon is another plus during this program, you will definitely enjoy the 2-day trek stage of this program before finish on a hight note in the most emblematic protected area of the country, the Cotopaxi National Park. You will embark on this adventure and, discover the first Day, one of the most beautiful Latin American capitals, Quito 2.800m / 9.186ft. This will be a short yet unforgettable experience.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival & transfer In | Quito city tour: discovery of the most interesting spots. | Quito > Saquisilí > Quilotoa Loop (Trek day 1: from Quilotoa to Chugchilán) |
| Day 4 | Day 5 | |
| Quilotoa Loop (Trek day 2: from Chugchilán to Isinliví) > Cotopaxi National Park | Cotopaxi National Park (mountain biking + Cotopaxi refuge trek) > Quito |
Tour highlights :
– Completely private tour in Ecuador with your English-speaking guide.
– MTB stage: superb mountain biking activity around the Cotopaxi Volcano.
– Visit to Isinliví & Chugchilán villages.
– 2 trek days along the Toachi canyon & the Quilotoa.
– Discovery of the charming Quilotoa Lake.
Rates/per person:
| 2 People | 4 People |
|---|---|
| $1264 | $961 |
– The rate decreases/increases according to the group size. The prices provided are based on the “Comfort” 2/3*** & “Superior” 3/4**** category. Let us know if you would like this program in the “Luxe” 4/5***** category. The final cost of this trip depends on the way we personalize it specially for you. The exact price will be provided in your personalized quote when you BOOK THIS TRIP.
Rate Includes
– All transfers, vehicles, drivers and their costs and fees.
– Accommodation (except day 5)
– National-licensed guides as indicated in the Guides & Drivers section.
– Meals (4 breakfasts / 4 Lunches / 4 Dinners).
– Entrances to sites, museums and national parks specified in the program.
– Licenses (ITK travel agency and our guides and drivers).
– MTB activity in the Cotopaxi National Park (day 4).
Rate Doesn’t include
– International flights
– Individual equipment
– Visits indicated as “Optional” or “at an additional cost”.
– Drinks in bars, hotels, restaurants or villages.
– Not indicated meals
– Tips
Explore in more detail :
Day 1 : Quito city tour
Arrival and transfer to your lovely hotel in Quito downtown.
Meal
d
Visit
0h00
Hike
0h00
transport
1h00
Day 2 : Quito city tour
As it should be, you will start your adventure by discovering one of the most lovely Latin American capital & UNESCO listed, Quito city!
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
6h00
Hike
from 1h00 to 3h00
transport
1h30
Day 3 : Quito > Saquisilí > Quilotoa Loop (Day 1: from Quilotoa to Chugchilán)
You will undertake an incredible adventure. Starting from the Quilotoa lake, you will descend towards the Chugchilán village. Elevation : +1148 ft / -3247 ft (+349m / 989ft)
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
2h00
Hike
from 4h00 to 5h00
transport
3h30
Day 4 : Quilotoa Loop (Day 2: from Chugchilán to Isinliví) > Cotopaxi National Park
This morning you will discover the isolated Isinliví village. Passing by the fantastic Toachi canyon you will get to this quiet and still place, lost in time! Elevation : +1476 ft / -2066 ft (+ 449m / 301m)
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
0h00
Hike
5h00
transport
2h50
Day 5 : Cotopaxi National Park (mountain biking + Cotopaxi refuge trek) > Quito
This final day you will go Mountain Biking across the lunar-like Cotopaxi surroundings, then you can go up to the Cotopaxi refuge or the Limpiopungo lake. Finally, you will be transferred back to the capital city, Quito.
Meal
b/l
Visit
4h00
Hike
1h30
transport
2h30
B: Breakfast
L: Luch
D: Dinner
«Comfort » Tourist Superior category : charming and comfortable accommodation 2/3*** category. Clean and offering an adapted-to-European and American customer service.
« Superior » First Class category : charming accommodation 3/4**** category. Top of the range quality infrastructure and personalized service. Spacious and tasteful rooms.
« Luxe » category: top of the range accommodations 4/5***** categoryoffering an irreproachable quality of service. The rooms are luxurious and spacious. .
* Andes:
=> Private Guide/Driver (From Day 1 to 5) : private transfers, activities, and excursions accompanied by your local English-speaking guide with his own vehicle. (Vehicle type: Kia Sportage or Hyundai H1).
=> Quilotoa Loop (Days 2 and 3): You will be accompanied by a Spanish-speaking local guide. Your English-speaking guide will take your luggage to your hotel and expect you there. For groups of 4+ people, your English-speaking guide will accompany you during this trek.
Note : for 4+ people you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide + a Spanish-speaking driver.
Clothing :
-1 or 2 light walking trousers
-1 or 2 warm walking trousers
-2 Fleece jackets
-1 breathable warm jacket(type softshell)
-1 waterproof jacket (type gore-tex)
– light t-shirts
– hike shoes
– casual shoes
– cap
Additional :
-1 water bottle – sunglasses
– solar cream
– hiking bag (between 25 to 45L)
– hike sticks
– camera
– binoculars
=> Physical: this trekking tour only requires a good physical condition. Treks will not be physically hard but you will have to accept to walk 4 to 5 hours straight, specially on days 2 & 3.
=> Technical: no technical level is necessary. You will not have climbing or ice climbing. We only recommend trekking poles and good walking shoes.
– Transfers and visits times are indicative.
– Foresee between $ 5 and $ 30 per meal not included, per person.
– Tips: we recommend between $ 10 and $ 20 per worked day for a guide, and between $ 5 and $ 10 per worked day for a driver.
– Have a look at our USEFUL INFORMATION page to better prepare your adventure!