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Self-Drive Experience in Equador: The Andes, The Amazon Rainforest and The Pacific Coast

14 days

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From Quito to Guayaquil

5.0

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The organization was perfect from start to finish, we had support throughout our trip.
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WENDYNARVAEZ, traveled in May
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Platinum Operator: Signature DMC
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English, Spanish
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

Quito
Otavalo
Banos
Chimborazo Volcano
Cuenca
Guayaquil

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Highlights

Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed colonial district
Discover Otavalo's indigenous crafts market
Hike around Cuicocha's volcanic crater lake
Relax in Papallacta's natural hot springs
Visit the ancient Ingapirca Complex ruins

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrival at Quito International Airport
Day 2 Visit to the Colonial District in Quito
Day 3 Start your Self-Drive Journey to the Northern Andes
Day 4 Otavalo Region: Peguche Village and Waterfall, Cuicocha Lake & Cotacachi village, San Pablo Lake and Lechero, Parque Condor
Day 5 Route from Otavalo to Misahualli region (6 hr / 280km)
Day 6 Amazon Rainforest Explorations
Day 7 Route Back to the Andes from Misahualli to Baños (3 hr / 150km)
Day 8 Route from Baños, Riobamba, Chimborazo Volcano (3 hr /130 km)
Day 9 Route Palmira Desert, Ozogoche Lakes, Ingapirca Complex (6 hr / 290 km)
Day 10 Cuenca & Handicrafts Valley
Day 11 Route Cuenca – Lowlands of the Pacific Ocean to Guayaquil ( 4 hr / 200 km)
Day 12 Guayaquil – Spondylus Route Puerto Lopez ( 4h30/ 232 km )
Day 13 Route from Spondylus to Guayaquil ( 4h30/ 232 km )
Day 14 Guayaquil, Departure Flight

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Operated by

Signature DMC

4.9

(441 reviews)

Number of tours

211

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

Signature Tours is a Tour Operator in South America oriented to clients who...

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
5.0
Itinerary
Excellent
5.0
Guide
Good
4.0
Transport
Excellent
5.0
Accommodation
Excellent
5.0
Food
Good
4.0
Tour Operator
Signature DMC
4.9

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WENDYNARVAEZ
· May 19th, 2021
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Signature DMC commented on this review
thanks so much Wendy for sharing your comments with us! hope to see you soon again in any of our regions to discover new experiences! have a fantastic day!
Trip date: February 2020

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Tour ID: 216930

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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.
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- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before December 15th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 15th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Signature DMC. 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 60 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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