An exceptional and luxurious discovery of Ecuador..!
FERNANDO’S WORD OVER THIS TOUR
This luxury trip will take you over 10 days, to come and discover Ecuador through the most beautiful and charming accommodations in the country. We have selected for you the most beautiful haciendas of the Andes Cordillera with two places full of history and mystery. We take you to discover the Otavalo region Kichwas in a hacienda belonging to two former Ecuadorian presidents’ families.
Then you will fly to discover what makes Ecuador’s biodiversity, the Amazon rainforest in the most beautiful lodge of the Yasuní National Park. There you will take part in out-of-this-world activities through the thick jungle. On your return, you will be at the heart of colonial history with the chance to observe the condor. Then you will descend to the Cotopaxi National Park to a hacienda that will take you back to the colonial era with a building built on Inca walls … a step back in time.
| Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer-in to Quito | Quito visit | Quito > Coca > Amazon rainforest (Yasuní National Park ) | Amazon rainforest (Yasuní National Park) |
| Day 5 | Day 6 | Day 7 | Day 8 |
| Amazon rainforest (Yasuní National Park) | Amazon rainforest (Yasuní) > Coca > Quito > Zuleta | Zuleta Hacienda | Zuleta > Cayambe > Lasso |
| Day 9 | Day 10 | ||
| Lasso > Quilotoa Lake > Cotopaxi National Park > Lasso | Lasso > Departure transfer |
Tour highlights :
– Completely private tour with English speaking guide -in the Andes-
– Exceptional luxe accommodations in every region of Ecuador.
– 4-day discovery of the Amazon Rainforest.
– Visits to magnificent sites: Cotopaxi Park, Quilotoa lake, and the Otavalo region.
Rates/per person:
| 2 People | 4 People |
|---|---|
| $4891 | $4525 |
– The rate decreases/increases according to the group size. The prices provided are based on the “Luxe” 4/5***** category. Let us know if you would like this program in the “Superior” 3/4**** or “Comfort” 2/3*** 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
– Domestic round flight Quito > Coca > Quito
– National-licensed guides as indicated in the “Guides & Drivers” part.
– Meals as indicated in the program (9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners)
– Entrances to sites, museums and national parks specified in the program.
– Licenses (ITK travel agency and our guides and drivers).
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 : Transfer-in to Quito
Upon your arrival at Quito airport, transfer to a charming hotel in the heart of the Ecuadorian capital.
Meal
D
Visit
No
Hike
No
transport
1h00
Day 2 : Quito visit
Visit Quito Historic Center, its many churches, its squares. You will discover a special atmosphere! In the afternoon, possibility to visit the magnificent Banco Central museum or to go to Mitad del Mundo.
Meal
b/l
Visit
6h00
Hike
1h00
transport
0h30
Day 3 : Quito > Coca > Amazon rainforest (Yasuní reserve )
You will take a flight to the front door of the Yasuni reserve. You will then take a motor boat to reach a sublime lodge in the heart of the largest forest in the world.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
2h00
Hike
0h00
transport
3h30
Day 4 : Amazon rainforest (Yasuní reserve )
You will explore the Amazon rainforest with the activities planned by the lodge.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
3h00
Hike
2h00
transport
0h00
Day 5 : Amazon rainforest (Yasuní reserve )
You will explore the Amazon rainforest with the activities planned by the lodge.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
3h00
Hike
2h00
transport
0h00
Day 6 : Amazon rainforest (Yasuní reserve ) > Coca > Quito > Otavalo
You will return to Quito during the day, you will go directly to the north of the country and stay in the most beautiful hacienda in the country!
Meal
b/d
Visit
0h00
Hike
0h00
transport
5h00
Day 7 : Otavalo
You will have a full day to discover some of the most iconic milestones of this colorful region.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
0h00
Hike
0h00
transport
0h00
Day 8 : Otavalo > Cayambe > Cotopaxi national Park > Lasso
You will head towards Cotopaxi National Park. On the road you will stop in a rose garden, Ecuador is one of the world’s leading exporters of roses. You will arrive in the afternoon in your beautiful hotel.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
2h00
Hike
0h00
transport
4h30
Day 9 : Lasso > Quilotoa > Lasso
This day you will head to one of the most authentic indigenous markets, the Saquisilí market. Then, you will head the magnificent Quilotoa Lake where you can take part in a fantastic hike, or descend to the crater.
Meal
b/l/d
Visit
4h00
Hike
2h00
transport
1h00
Day 10 : Lasso > Quito Airport
Departure transfer, on time to take your international flight.
Meal
b
Visit
0h00
Hike
0h00
transport
2h20
B: Breakfast
L: Lunch
D: Dinner
« Luxe » category: top of the range accommodations 4/5***** categoryoffering an irreproachable quality of service. The rooms are luxurious and spacious.
«Comfort » category : charming and comfortable accommodation 2/3*** category. Clean and offering an adapted-to-European and American customer service.
« Superior » category : charming accommodation 3/4**** category. Top of the range quality infrastructure and personalized service. Spacious and tasteful rooms.
*Andes:
=> Driver (on Days 1, 3, 6 & 10) : private transfers accompanied by your local Spanish-speaking driver (Vehicle type: Kia Sportage or Hyundai H1). Your driver will understand English allowing you to communicate the essentials.
=> Private Guide/Driver (on Days 2, 7, 8, & 9) : private transfers, activities, and excursions accompanied by your local English-speaking guide with his own vehicle. (Vehicle type: Kia Sportage or Hyundai H1).
*Note : for 4+ people you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide + your Spanish-speaking driver.
*Amazon rainforest:
=> Activities in the Amazon will take place accompanied by an English-speaking guide in groups (maximum 8 people)
=> Physical: since the tour consists of a few easy steps, there are no physical constraints.
=> Technical: no technical level is necessary. You will not have climbing or ice climbing. We recommend walking shoes.
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
-1 pair of gloves for high altitude walks
-1 warm hat for high altitude walks
– cap
Additional :
– water bottle – sunglasses
– solar cream
– hiking bag (between 25 to 45L)
– hike sticks
– camera
– binoculars
– 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.