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Ecuador Beaches, Amazon & Highlands
14 days, Quito to Quito
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Reach new highs on this 14-day adventure through Ecuador that takes you from highlands to beaches and the Amazon jungle. See wildlife that rivals the Galápagos on Isla del Plata, choose your own adventure with thrilling activities in Baños, and learn about local life in the Ecuadorian Amazon by staying in a small village with a Quichua family. Ecuador is a multifaceted country and this itinerary gives you the opportunity to take in as many of its rich, fascinating perspectives as you can in two weeks.
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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14 days
Quito to Quito
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Trip Code: SEQQ
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Itinerary
Day 1Quito
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Quito/Manta
Take an early morning flight to Manta. Located on Ecuador's central coast, Manta is port city known for its fishing industry. Get familiarized with this bustling city with a guided tour of the Cancebi Museum and Tagua workshop, and a visit to Montecristi.
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BreakfastDay 3Manta/Puerto López
Travel to Puerto Lopez. On the way, visit the Agua Blanca Community. Hike, check out the museum and take a mud bath. Enjoy lunch in the community before continuing to Puerto Lopez. Enjoy free time on arrival.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 4Puerto López
Embark on a day-trip to Isla del Plata, home to a variety of seabirds including blue-footed boobies and fantastic snorkelling that rivals the Galápagos.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 5Puerto López
Enjoy free time to explore. Optional activities include hiking in Machalilla National Park, relaxing on white-sand beaches, or whale- watching (when in season).
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BreakfastDay 6Puerto López/Quito
Transfer to Guayaquil and fly back to Quito. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own. Options include taking a city tour, riding the cable car up the nearby volcano, or relaxing in one of the city's many cafés and restaurants. This evening, opt to enjoy a night out on the town with the group.
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BreakfastDay 7Quito
Enjoy a free day to get out and explore the many sights Quito has to offer.
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BreakfastDay 8Quito/Baños
Travel to Baños and be spoiled for choice with optional outdoor activities like hiking, ziplining, and canyoning. Or, take it easy and relax in local hot springs.
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BreakfastDay 9Baños
Enjoy another free day to take full advantage of all the activities in this adventurous town.
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Your Discover MomentDay 10Baños/Tena
Travel by bus into the Amazon Jungle. Spend two nights in rustic jungle huts in a local Quichua community. Enjoy nature walks and learn about local culture.
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Lunch | DinnerDay 11Tena
Enjoy a full day in the Amazon learning about local life in the jungle. Spend the night in rustic jungle huts in a Quichua community.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Tena/Papallacta
Cycle to the nearby community of Shandia and discover the beauty of the Amazon with a member of the community as your guide. Later, take a local bus to Papallacta and relax in the natural mineral hot pools with volcanic views.
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BreakfastDay 13Papallacta/Quito
Enjoy a relaxing morning at the hot springs before travelling back to Quito for free time to explore.
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BreakfastDay 14Quito
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Baños
- Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena
- Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
- Manta full-day tour
- Agua Blanca Community Visit
- Isla de la Plata full-day excursion
- Internal flight
- Shandia Biking & Community Experience
- Amazon Jungle Experience
- Papallacta Hot Springs Visit
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (11 nts), simple village cabañas/homestay (2 nts, multi-share).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD290-380 for meals not included.
Transportation
Local bus, private vehicle, plane.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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