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13 Days Discovering Ecuador: A Journey Through History, Nature, and Culture

13 days
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From Quito to Guayaquil
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93 traveler reviews
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Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 18+

Places You’ll See

  • Quito
    Quito
  • Otavalo
    Otavalo
  • Cotopaxi National Park
    Cotopaxi National Park
  • Banos
    Banos
  • Chimborazo Volcano
    Chimborazo Volcano
  • Cuenca
    Cuenca
  • Guayaquil
    Guayaquil
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Highlights

  • Explore Quito's historic center and its landmarks
  • Visit the equatorial Quitsato solar clock
  • Hike around the stunning Quilotoa Lagoon
  • Discover the vibrant indigenous market in Otavalo
  • Snorkel with marine life at Isla de la Plata

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Ecuador: Let Your Adventure Begin!
  2. Day 2 Otavalo Adventure: Culture, Nature, and Tradition
  3. Day 3 City Tour Quito
  4. Day 4 Cotopaxi National Park - Quilotoa Lagoon - Baños de Agua Santa
  5. Day 5 Baños through the Waterfall Route or Amazon Tour
  6. Day 6 Discover the Excitement of Baños de Agua Santa (Leisure Time)
  7. Day 7 Guamote Market and Ozogoche lakes: Cultural and Natural Discovery
  8. Day 8 Devil's Nose to Ingapirca Adventure
  9. Day 9 City Tour Cuenca
  10. Day 10 Cajas National Park and Chocolate Delights: From Highlands to Coast
  11. Day 11 Isla de la Plata, Ecuador's Hidden Paradise for Seabirds and Marine Wonders
  12. Day 12 Exploring the Heart of Ecuador's Coastal Jewel
  13. Day 13 Farewell to Ecuador
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Customer Reviews

  • Molly
    · August 15th, 2025
    I commend Responsible Travel South America on a wonderful tour to Ecuador and the Galapagos. They were very effective in answering my many questions throughout the planning process and our private family tour was well executed, enjoyable and fun.
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  • Rupinder
    · August 1st, 2025
    It was a memorable trip for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Ecuador & left with very good memories. All the guides & vehicles were great. Just one feedback for improvement ... accommodation in Quito (Yellow House) was a bit sub-standard (room housekeeping wasn't done at all during our first stay of 4 nights) ... I would avoid Yellow House in the future! Accommodation as well as breakfast in Banos was very good.
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  • David
    · May 17th, 2025
    Ecuador is one of the most beautiful countries that I have visited. Its landscape is gorgeous. Its people are friendly and honest. The country is affordable. The food is delicious. The tour was fun! The local tour guides were extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the country. The experiences were varied. We visited cities, parks, churches, mountains, restaurants, ruins, markets, and even a school. It was very fun. The tour was organized well by Jeferson. He made sure all my questions were answered before and during the trip. He was always available day and night. Airport pickups and drop offs were very helpful as well. Give Ecuador a chance. You will not regret it. Responsible Travel will take care of you.
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13 days
13 Days Discovering Ecuador: A Journey Through History, Nature, and Culture
From Quito to Guayaquil

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • Rabies - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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