Colonial City Tour,
bustling streets and squares in one of
the largest historical old town of the
Americas. (B)
Day 3
Quito - Peguche - Cotacachi - Magdalena - Karanki Community
Visit the traditional looms and Andean
handcrafted instruments of Peguche.
Then visit Magdalena, once home to
Atahualpa, the last Incan emperor and
meet the Karanki community in a
paradise lost in time amongst llamas
and condors, peaceful lagoons and the
patchwork slopes of Imbabura Volcano.
Admire the beauty of their embroidery,
share their everyday shepherding and
harvesting activities and stand face-toface
with a people untouched by the
urgencies of modern life.
Overnight in a comfortable room
with private facilities and hot water,
taste a homemade Andean meal and
discover this natural mountain realm
with optional activities like horseback
riding, mountain biking, or hiking the
nearby hills. (B,D)
Visit the famous Otavalo craft fair; drive
to Ibarra and catch the Chaski Antawa
train. The landscapes provide a magical
setting, pass through mysterious
tunnels, cross high-rising bridges and
admire a unique biodiversity. Arrive in
Salinas, an Afro-Ecuadorian community
that is well known for its agricultural
activities. (B,L)
Day 5
Quito - Baños - Riobamba
Drive south of Quito into the Avenue
of the Volcanoes. Admire Cotopaxi
up close. Visit Baños, Gateway to
the Amazon, travel to Riobamba;
panoramic city tour. (B)
Day 6
Riobamba - Alausí - Ingapirca - Cuenca
Start your day with a drive through
some of the most picturesque
indigenous areas of the country.
Take the Devil’s Nose train ride
and continue your way south to the
Ingapirca Ruins, then arrive in Cuenca.
(B,BL)
Day 7
Cuenca
City TourLet its cobblestone streets, graceful
wrought-iron balconies, and flowerfilled
plazas captivate you. A visit
to a straw-hat export company is
scheduled for the afternoon.
Day 8
Cuenca - El Cajas - Guayaquil
Visit the awe-inspiring El Cajas
National Park, known for its beautiful
landscapes and at least 200 lagoons,
including La Toreadora Lake. Arrive in
Guayaquil. (B)
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- International departure tax US$ 28.27 departing from Guayaquil.
- Medical services, travel insurance, tips and personal expenses.
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