Itinerary
- Day 1
Quito
You'll touch down at Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito where your private driver meets you for the transfer to your hotel. This gives you a chance to settle in and get oriented to the city after your flight.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Standard Quito)
Landmarks Mariscal Sucre International Airport 
- Day 2
Quito
Head into Quito's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and walk through the cobbled streets to see colonial architecture and visit the churches. From there, you'll travel to Qitsato at the equator line to check out this site where ancient astronomy and the landscape come together in an interesting way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided stroll through Quito's historic center UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visit to colonial churches in Quito
- Visit to Quitsato equator site
Optional Activities
- Explore traditional markets in Quito
Landmarks Historic Center of Quito Quitsato - Day 3
Otavalo
The Otavalo community teaches you traditional Totora reed weaving and crafting techniques hands-on, showing you local artistry. There's an optional shamanism session if you want to connect with the region's spiritual heritage. You stay overnight in Otavalo after spending the day learning and participating.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Hands-on Totora weaving and crafting experience with Otavalo community
Optional Activities
- Shamanism session
Landmarks Otavalo - Day 4
Itamandi
Start at the vibrant Otavalo Market where you'll explore colorful textiles and handmade crafts. Later, travel to Papallacta Hot Springs for a relaxing soak in natural thermal waters. By evening, you'll check in at Itamandi Lodge surrounded by nature for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Otavalo Market visit
Optional Activities
- Papallacta Hot Springs thermal bath
Landmarks Otavalo Market Papallacta Hot Springs - Day 5
Amazon Lodge
After breakfast, walk through primary and secondary forest for about 2.5 to 3 hours. In the afternoon, join an Amazonian Kichwa community to learn their daily life and jungle interaction. You'll help prepare chicha (a fermented yucca drink), try traditional dishes, watch children perform traditional dances, and look at handmade handicrafts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Forest walk through primary and secondary forest (approximately 2.5 to 3 hours)
- Visit to Amazonian Kichwa community
- Participation in chicha preparation and tasting
- Traditional dance performance by community children
- Handcraft shopping opportunity
- Day 6
Yanacocha Reserve to Macas
Check out from the lodge and head to Yanacocha Reserve in the Andean cloud forest. A guided tour takes you through the reserve's trails where you can see different plants and animals including hummingbirds while learning about conservation. Afterward, continue to Macas for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Yanacocha Reserve
- Trail exploration in Andean cloud forest
Optional Activities
- Birdwatching activities
Landmarks Yanacocha Reserve - Day 7
Altillo Lake - Guamote
Visit the Shuar Waterfall to see the natural landscape and learn about Shuar culture and traditions. Then go to Altillo Lake to relax and take in the Andean scenery around you. Travel to Guamote, a traditional Andean town, and spend the night there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Hotel in Guamote)
Included Activities
- Visit to Shuar Waterfall
- Cultural learning about Shuar traditions
- Visit to Altillo Lake
Landmarks Shuar Waterfall Altillo Lake - Day 8
Latacunga
Go to a native community in the Chimborazo region to see their culture, traditions, and daily life. You'll spot vicunas in their natural habitat with Chimborazo as the backdrop. After the cultural and natural exploration, travel to Latacunga for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to native community in Chimborazo region
- Vicuña spotting in natural habitat
Landmarks Chimborazo - Day 9
Quilotoa Crater Lake
Visit the vibrant Saquisili Market, one of Ecuador's most authentic markets, and walk through stalls filled with colorful textiles, fresh produce, and handmade crafts. Travel to Quilotoa Crater Lake and spend the night in Quilotoa, soaking in the atmosphere and views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Saquisilí Market exploration
Landmarks Saquisilí Market Quilotoa Crater Lake - Day 10
Cotopaxi National Park - Machachi
Start with kayaking on Quilotoa Crater Lake and the surrounding area. Then head to Cotopaxi National Park for a hike on the slopes of Cotopaxi Volcano, exploring different landscapes. Travel to Machachi in the evening for an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Kayaking adventure on Quilotoa Crater Lake
- Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano slopes in Cotopaxi National Park
Landmarks Cotopaxi Volcano Cotopaxi National Park - Day 11
Mindo
Take a cultural journey to visit the Tsachila tribe, known as the Colorados for their traditional red dye. Learn about ancient traditions including body painting and spiritual practices, as well as customs, folklore, and medicinal plants. Later, travel to Mindo, a biodiverse cloud forest, and stay overnight in this natural setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit to Tsáchila tribe (Colorados)
- Traditional body painting experience
- Learning about spiritual practices and medicinal plants
Landmarks Mindo - Day 12
Mindo
Spend the day exploring Mindo's natural wonders with adventurous activities. Start with a tarabita cable car ride for panoramic views of the cloud forest below. Then experience zip-lining through the treetops on a canopy tour, getting bird's-eye views of the forest and rivers. Return to Mindo for a relaxing evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Tarabita cable car ride with panoramic cloud forest views
- Canopy zip-line tour through treetops
Landmarks Mindo Cloud Forest 
- Day 13
Middle of the World Museum - Quito
Visit the Alambi Cloud Forest Reserve with expert guides to observe hummingbirds and exotic bird species. Then journey to the Middle of the World Museum to stand on the equator line and see exhibits about the cultural and scientific importance of this location. Return to Quito in the evening to reflect on your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Standard Quito)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Alambi Cloud Forest Reserve
- Birdwatching with expert guides
- Visit to Middle of the World Museum
- Experience on the equator line
Landmarks Alambi Cloud Forest Reserve Middle of the World Museum - Day 14
Quito Departure
Your journey through Ecuador ends today. Depending on your flight timing, you might have time for last-minute shopping or exploration in Quito before your driver transfers you to the airport. You'll head home with memories of diverse landscapes, rich cultures, and the warmth of the people.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Last-minute exploration in Quito
- Shopping in Quito
