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Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour

8 days
From Quito to Guayaquil
5.0
4 traveler reviews
Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour - GUIDEcuador Travel
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Personalized
  • Sightseeing
  • Christmas & New Year
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 10
Age range 6 to 80
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Highlights

  • Explore Quito from the Panecillo viewpoint
  • Step on the equator at Inti Ñan Museum
  • Shop at Otavalo's famous Indian Market
  • Hike around Cotopaxi Volcano and park
  • Bike down the Avenue of the Waterfalls

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL TO QUITO
  2. Day 2 QUITO CITY TOUR & EQUATOR LINE
  3. Day 3 OTAVALO INDIAN MARKET & SURROUNDINGS
  4. Day 4 COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK VISIT
  5. Day 5 WATERFALLS ROUTE
  6. Day 6 DRIVE TO INGAPIRCA RUNS & HAT FACTORY
  7. Day 7 CUENCA CITY TOUR & SURROUNDINGS
  8. Day 8 FLYING HOME
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Number of tours

78

Age Range

4 to 80 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.8
  • Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour reviewer 1
    · August 26th, 2024
    Excellent private tour. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a fantastic week in Ecuador. We learned about history, art, culture and much more. We are well traveled and have high standards, and we were very happy with our tour guide - she was great and spoke excellent English. Time and money well invested.
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Nadine, Thank you very much for all your words , we are always commited to provide the best services in our program. As you know now you have friends in Ecuador you can come back any time in Latin America. Saludos Guidecuador Team
    Trip date: July 2024
  • L
    · November 15th, 2022
    My wife and I recently completed a 7 day road trip with Guidecuador and we were lucky enough to have Alejandro as our personal guide. Alex is very knowledgeable about all things Ecuador and he was full of stories, history, culture, geology and advice. We could not have asked for a more knowledgeable guide or a more safe, comfortable vehicle. Alex certainly made us feel safe and welcome in his country, especially after a rocky day in Quito before we started with him. We were extremely happy with his service, including the advance work Guidecuador made booking hotels and making adjustments to the itinerary in consultation with my wife. Our hotel accommodations were terrific, the itinerary was well thought out and well executed, free of stress, and we really enjoyed the cities and towns visited. We especially enjoyed Baños and Cuenca, two lovely cities with vibrant culture and scenery. We strongly recommend Guidecuador. Thanks, Alex. Indeed, we are friends now and we look forward to our next holiday with Guidecuador.
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Louise , Thank you very much for all your words , I was a great time together , I hope to see you back in South America shortly. Regards Alejandro
    Trip date: October 2022
  • Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour reviewer 3
    · September 8th, 2021
    My husband and I just returned from an anniversary trip to Ecuador that we booked with our matched travel specialist. Alejandro was so easy to work with throughout the planning process. He responded almost instantly to all of our emails and requests to discuss things over the phone, and he planned an amazing 9-day trip for us. He was also completely flexible when we wanted to push our trip back by two months (we thought the Covid situation may be better, turns out it wasn't). We started in Quito with our guide Andres, who was great! He showed us his country and its beauty with a local taste . He shared a lot of information with us at each site! We only have to say thank you for great lifetime trip
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Hi Arisa, Thank you very much for your comments regarding your trip in Ecuador , for us it was a pleasure to lead you around the country. I am glad you enjoyed every single place . We look forward to show you more in south america next time. Take Care... Show more
    Trip date: August 2021
  • Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour reviewer 4
    · November 17th, 2020
    It was a lot of fun and we will never forget the many unique moments we had on this trip. Considering that COVID affected our original travel plans for this year. We had 4 days around Quito and Alex our guide showed us everywhere. Thank you and we look forward to hire you again next time.
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    GUIDEcuador Travel commented on this review
    Dear Vincet. Thank you for all your words , it help us to grow and keep doing what we like !!! Take care and we hope to see you next time.. Regards Guidecuador Team
    Trip date: September 2020

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8 days
Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour
From Quito to Guayaquil

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    Audrey

    Asked on December 6th, 2024

    How long will we spend at each activity location?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten December 2024

      The guide will typically inform you of the time spent at each location during the tour itinerary.

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    Renske

    Asked on November 23rd, 2024

    Can I extend my stay after the tour?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, you can add extra days to your stay after the tour, and we can help arrange accommodations.

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    Kate

    Asked on September 26th, 2024

    What type of cash should we bring for the tour?

    Payments
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten September 2024

      It is recommended to bring single bills, especially smaller denominations, as larger bills can be difficult to use.

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    Jamie

    Asked on August 16th, 2024

    Can I book a flight from Guayaquil to Quito through the tour operator?

    Flights / Transfers
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten August 2024

      Yes, we can assist with booking a flight from Guayaquil to Quito, and the cost will be added to your final price.

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    Fanni

    Asked on July 11th, 2024

    Are there any special considerations for solo travelers?

    Single supplement
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten July 2024

      Solo travelers can opt for a single supplement if they prefer not to share a room.

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    Corinna

    Asked on June 19th, 2024

    How does the payment process work?

    Payments
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten June 2024

      Payments can be made in cash, and we accept all major credit cards where possible.

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    Fons

    Asked on June 6th, 2024

    Is the tour available in different languages?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten June 2024

      All guides are bilingual, and they can provide services in both Spanish and English.

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    Viviana

    Asked on February 17th, 2024

    How is the meal arrangement handled on the tour?

    Meals
    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten February 2024

      Breakfast is included daily, while for lunch and dinner, you normally eat in local restaurants and pay for your own meal.

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    Paulien

    Asked on February 14th, 2024

    Are there guaranteed departures for solo travelers in August?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten February 2024

      Currently, guaranteed departures for solo travelers are confirmed for specific dates, and a single supplement will apply.

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    Richard

    Asked on December 18th, 2023

    What should I do if I want to add activities to my tour?

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    • GUIDEcuador TravelOperatorWritten December 2023

      You can add as many activities as you want, and we'll adjust the itinerary and pricing accordingly.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before September 5th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 5th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with GUIDEcuador Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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