Ecuador clásico 8 días

Early in the morning we will start our city tour at Panecillo viewpoint to admire the Quito´s wonders from above, then we will walk around two hours visiting the highlights of the old city such as; San Francisco Church, Compañia de Jesús Church and Sagrario Church located on “Calle de la Siete Cruces” or Garcia Moreno Street. 

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Then we will visit the Presidential Palace lobby at Quito´s main Square. Finally, we will visit the first Gothic Church of Ecuador, considered the highest one in the city. This is another beautiful viewpoint to observe “The Avenue of the Volcanoes”. 

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Then we will drive towards to the Equator Site to visit the famous Inti Ñan Museum (The trail of the Sun) where we can learn more about the line and step right on the middle of the world. After we will go for lunch in a Typical Restaurant. Finally, we will return back to the Hotel for overnight.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodation included: Ibis Hotel *** Stars or Similar

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After breakfast on this day, we will drive to the Imbabura Province, stopping a few times along the way for pictures. We will continue our drive towards to visit Otavalo Indian Market, where you will have time to browse the local crafts, such as blankets, sweaters, shirts, and wall hangings made from lama and alpaca wool. 

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You will also have the time to explore the fruit & vegetable market, and to walk through this lovely and scenic town. After this market we will stop in Cotacachi town known as “the Leather Town” where we can have lunch in one of the Typical restaurants. Finally, we will visit Cuicocha Crater lake and later we will drive back to Quito city for overnight.

­Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Accommodation included: Ibis Hotel *** Stars or Similar

After breakfast we will drive towards Cotopaxi National Park, which consists of 99,000 acres, and has a large variety of trails, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and, of course, it’s Volcano, which will captivate you with its majesty and beauty. In the area of the lagoon, Limpiopungo, at 12,700 feet, you will find an enormous diversity of flora and fauna – it is also possible to hike around the lagoon´s shore, where native birds of the Andes are plentiful. 

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Then we will drive higher up to Cotopaxi Staging Area, at 14,850 feet. In the Staging Area, it is often possible to admire a condor in flight. From this point it is possible to climb to the basecamp. Finally, we will arrive to the hotel for overnight in Baños. 

­Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Accommodation included: Floresta Hotel *** Stars or Similar

Early in the morning, we will take mountain bikes and pedal down to the Avenue of the Waterfalls. Along the way, you have the option to cross the River Canyon on a zip line or take the cable car to admire the stunning scenery.

We will then continue to the village of Rio Verde, where the magnificent Pailón del Diablo waterfall is located. The water for this waterfall flows from the Llanganates National Park, to fully appreciate the impressive water drop.

Afterward, we will take some time for lunch, and finally, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Riobamba.

(Note: On this day, you can also combine other activities such as water rafting, canyoning, hiking, or a motor tour. These activities can be enjoyed before visiting the waterfalls, as they are located on the way back to the hotel.)

Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Accommodation included: Wanderlot Hotel *** Stars or Similar

The main attraction today is the train ride from Alausí to Sibambe Station, considered one of the engineering marvels of the twentieth century.

The entire ride offers breathtaking views, allowing you to admire the beautiful scenery that showcases the country's ethnic and natural richness.

During the final section of the tracks, you will experience the famous Devil’s Nose, where the shape of the mountain resembles a nose.After the train ride,then well go to rest hotel in Alausi city.

Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Accommodation included: Overnight Hotel Noris or similar **

In the morning, we left early for, Cuenca City, which was declared a Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. The city’s most representative sites include Calderón Park (the Central Square), the Modern and Old Cathedrals, the Flower Market, and Larga Street with its colonial houses, all of which are truly unforgettable. We will also visit the Tomebamba River and the famous Broken Bridge, both iconic landmarks of the city.

An essential stop is the Ethnographic Museum (Museo de las Culturas Aborígenes), which showcases a unique collection of art from across the country. Afterward, we will begin our journey to Guayaquil, with stops along the way to admire the breathtaking views of both the Andes and the Coastal regions.

Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: Breakfast 

Accommodation included: Grand Hotel Guayaquil *** Stars or Similar

Our guide will drive you back to Guayaquil´s international Airport, for your flight home ...

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ALSO YOU CAN ADD MORE DAYS TO YOUR TOUR OR JUST FLIGHT BACK TO QUITO. IF SO PLEASE LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE.

Duration : 8 Hours 

Meals included: N/A 

Accommodation included: N/A