7 Day itinerary in Ecuador, South America
Natural Ecuador Adventure 7D/6N
Embark on an exhilarating Ecuador expedition blending adventure and nature. Traverse the Amazon Rainforest, marvel at the Andes, and bathe in pristine waterfalls. Encounter diverse wildlife in lush jungles, and explore vibrant indigenous communities. Relish thrilling hikes, local culinary delights, ... Read More
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Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Quito
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Nature & Widlife
Nature & Wildlife
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Trek from Isinlivi to Chugchilan through the breathtaking paramo
See the pristinely turquoise Quilotoa Volcano’s crater lake
Explore spectacular Banos on a mountain bike
Trek from Isinlivi to Chugchilan through the breathtaking paramo
See the pristinely turquoise Quilotoa Volcano’s crater lake
Explore spectacular Banos on a mountain bike
Itinerary
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Day 1: Quito, Ecuador
Transfer to Accommodation
Day 2
Day 2: Quito - Isinlivi, Ecuador
Cotopaxi National Park (B/D)
Today you will be brought from Quito to Isinlivi by private transport. Along the way you will stop at the breathtaking Cotopaxi National Park for a walk in the paramo.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
Day 3: Isinlivi - Chugchilan, Ecuador
Hike to Chugchilan (B/L/D)
Today you will make a beautiful and strenuous hike from Isinlivi to Chugchilan through the beautiful Paramo landscape. You will walk with a local guide and a horse for your day luggage. Your big luggage will be brought to your next hotel. On your way you can enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the beautiful spots you will encounter.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Day 4: Chugchilan - Baños, Ecuador
Hike around Quilotoa Crater Lagoon (B)
Today you will visit the spectacular Quilotoa crater lagoon for a hike. Afterwards you will be brought to the lovely town of Baños in private transport and rest. Located in a valley surrounded by rivers and beautiful waterfalls, this small town in the Andes is a great destination for adventure travelers.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5
Day 5: Baños, Ecuador
Baños Mountain Biking (B)
Today you will explore the amazing surroundings of Baños by going on a scavenger hunt by mountain bike. The hunt includes questions and tasks and leads you on the route along amazing waterfalls. A canopy and bridge jumping experience along the way is included. Transportation back to Baños is also included.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
Day 6: Baños - Quito, Ecuador
Return to Quito (B)
Today you will continue your journey back to Quito. An English-speaking assistant will help you buy a ticket to Quito at the local bus station.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7
Day 7: Quito, Ecuador
Airport transfer (B)
One of our representatives will pick you up at your accommodation and drive you to the airport. Safe travels!
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Meals
- Breakfast (6)
- Dinner (2)
- Lunch (1)
Transport
- Transport by shared shuttle
- All transport as per itinerary
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Activities
- Nature exploration
- Walk around Cotopaxi National Park
- Hike around Quilotoa crater lagoon
- Baños mountain bike scavenger hunt
- Canopy and bridge jumping experience
- Hike from Isinlivi to Chugchilan
Extras
- Horse for day luggage for hike from Isinlivi to Chugchilan
Not Included
- Entrance to Quilotoa Lagoon: 2 USD per person (approx)
- Flights
- Other activities
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Travel that Makes a Difference
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