Inland & Amazon

14 Days
From CAD 2649
Best Rate
Guarantee
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

It’s quite poetic that Ecuador is the centre of this big, beautiful planet of ours. In so few kilometres, the peaks of the Andes, the jungles of the Amazon, and historical cities all have some square footage here and with this 14-day journey you can see some of it all. Learn about the traditional Quichua culture in the Amazon, find treasures at a local handicraft market, and later slip into a world of “ahh” in a mountain hot spring.

Highlights

  • Wander Quito and colonial cities
  • Get adventurous in Baños
  • Feel like a local and stay right in the Amazon jungle
  • Soak in an Andean hot spring
  • Shop at the Otavalo Market

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 2771

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Local bus, plane, taxis, motorized canoe, private van, 4x4 vehicles, pickup truck.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: SEIA

StartStarts: Quito, Ecuador

FinishFinishes: Quito, Ecuador

DurationDuration: 14 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Average

Includes

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Baños Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
  • Otavalo Handicrafts Market visit
  • Cotopaxi National Park visit
  • City tour of Cuenca
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (9 nts), simple village cabañas (2 nts, multi-share), rustic mountain lodge (2 nts).
  • 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

  • Local bus, plane, taxis, motorized canoe, private van, 4x4 vehicles, pickup truck.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2649 (CAD 189 /day)

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Quito

Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until the evening. Please check at the hotel reception for a welcome note from your CEO advising on the time and location of the welcome meeting.

2

Day 2: Quito/Baños

Travel to Baños and be spoiled for choice with optional outdoor activities like hiking, ziplining, and canyoning. Or, take it easy and relax in local hot springs.

3

Day 3: Baños

Enjoy another free day to take full advantage of all the activities in this adventurous town.

4

Day 4: Baños/Tena

Travel by bus into the Amazon Jungle. Spend two nights in rustic jungle huts in a local Quichua community. Enjoy nature walks and learn about local culture.
Descend into the Amazon Jungle region. Notice the scenery change dramatically heading from the mountains into the lush, tropical Amazon rainforest.

Stay with a Quichua family and enjoy the hospitality of these wonderful people, and experience life in the jungle firsthand.

5

Day 5: Tena

Enjoy a full day in the Amazon learning about local life in the jungle. Spend the night in rustic jungle huts in a Quichua community.

6

Day 6: Tena/Papallacta

Cycle to the nearby community of Shandia and discover the beauty of the Amazon with a member of the community as your guide. Later, take a local bus to Papallacta and relax in the natural mineral hot pools with volcanic views.

7

Day 7: Papallacta/Quito

Enjoy a relaxing morning at the hot springs before travelling back to Quito for free time to explore.

8

Day 8: Quito/Otavalo

Explore the largest handicraft market in South America, Otavalo market. Villagers from the surrounding countryside come every week to sell handmade goods as well as livestock, fruits, and vegetables.

9

Day 9: Otavalo/Cotopaxi

Travel by bus to Cotopaxi National Park. In the afternoon, opt to explore the area or mountain bike with views of Cotopaxi Volcano. Spend the night in a mountain lodge near the national park.

10

Day 10: Cotopaxi/Cuenca

In the morning, visit Cotopaxi National Park before continuing on with a full day of travel to Cuenca. Enjoy a boxed lunch on the way at a viewpoint overlooking the Andes Mountains.

11

Day 11: Cuenca

This morning embark on a half-day city tour of the colonial city of Cuenca, including the Turi viewpoint, a Panama hat factory and the historical centre. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring or at one of Cuenca's many cafes.

12

Day 12: Cuenca

Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Cuenca. Opt to go hiking in Cajas National Park, visit Ingapirca ruins, or soak in nearby hot springs.
Explore the city's sights, including cobblestoned streets, red-tiled roofs, art galleries, flower markets, shaded plazas, and museums.

13

Day 13: Cuenca/Quito

Fly back to Quito and enjoy the night in this historical city.
Your CEO will escort you and assist you at the airport in Cuenca and once you arrive to Quito our G representative will be there to escort you to the hotel and give you additional information for optional activities in your free day in Quito.

14

Day 14: Quito

Depart at any time.
Depart at any time.We recommend booking pre or post nights in Quito for additional time to explore. The optional activities may require additional time, speak to your CEO/ G representative for assistance booking these activities on trip.

Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

Reviews

 

Tracey C.   -  Traveled, May 2024

I rally enjoyed Ecuador- can I move there ??. I would like to visit again and do the Galapagoes and the Coast

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/27/2024

 

Susan B.   -  Traveled, May 2024

It was a great experience. I really felt that I truly experienced the real Ecuador- the food, and the culture and its people - unforgettable

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/18/2024

 

Miriam J.   -  Traveled, May 2024

It was just awesome, loved all of the diffrent places and the insight in the culture of Ecuador.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 05/15/2024

 

Abigail W.   -  Traveled, April 2024

I wish I could stay in Ecuador longer. Such a beautiful country with amazing culture. I felt so lucky to experience it

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/21/2024

 

Sophie N.   -  Traveled, April 2024

Unforgettable experience! I have had the best time and learnt so much about the culture, environment and food of Ecuador. We were so fortunate to have the best guide in Frank

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/20/2024

 

Ryan D.   -  Traveled, April 2024

Franklin made the trip amazing!!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/20/2024

 

Karla H.   -  Traveled, April 2024

Ecuador was wonderful! In spite of my issues with exercise at the high altitude, I really loved it. The people were warm, peaceful and welcoming, and the food was great!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/20/2024

 

Lauren T.   -  Traveled, April 2024

This trip was a great way to experience two weeks of highlight locations in Ecuador and learn a lot about the inland of the country. Our guide was fantastic and the destinations all had something new to offer.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/20/2024

 

Olga H.   -  Traveled, April 2024

I will probably travel again with G Adventures..

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/18/2024

 

Richard B.   -  Traveled, March 2024

J'aurais aimé plus de temps près de la nature pour profiter encore plus de son côté unique et spectaculaire.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/09/2024

 

Sarah N.   -  Traveled, June 2024

I love that G lets me travel within my budget. As a single traveller, I loved having a roommate and group to go with, but the freedom to "choose my own adventure" along the way so that the trip was really what I wanted it to be.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/30/2024

 

Megan R.   -  Traveled, June 2024

Overall fun adventure, Ecuador is a beautiful country. The altitude wasn't an issue, hang out in a Quito for a few nights and you'll acclimate. Highly recommend adding the City Tour to your itinerary so you can see the Equator line in the city ...

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 06/21/2024

 

Bethan H.   -  Traveled, March 2024

As always, had a great time with G adventures, great pace to see the entire country in a detailed way with a brilliant balance of active and rest depending on your preference.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 04/06/2024

 

Tiffany W.   -  Traveled, March 2024

Overall I was completely obsessed & in love with Ecuador. From the start of meeting Frankie, to the end saying goodbye he was nothing but accomodating, fun, friendly & knowledgeable. As we know tour guides make or break your trip, well Frankie made mine!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/24/2024

 

Megan T.   -  Traveled, February 2024

This trip exceeded my expectations of a group tour, there were plenty of optional activities, and gave me a great overview of the country, we saw a lot in two weeks!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/12/2024

 

Patricia B.  -  Traveled, February 2024

It was a great trip, enjoyed it immensely. Everyone in the group got along well. Lots of laughs, interesting conversations. Lots of fun.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 03/10/2024

 

Kerry W.  -  Traveled, February 2024

The trip was fun and varied, we had the chance to experience so many things! Maria Sol was very friendly and organized. We were always in good hands. Thank you and Bravo!!

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/23/2024

 

Douglas D.  -  Traveled, January 2024

We really enjoyed this trip. Everyone was very friendly.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/10/2024

 

Janelle C.  -  Traveled, January 2024

A nice variety of places visited to give glimpses of mainland Ecuador.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 02/09/2024

 

Brandin L.  -  Traveled, January 2024

We had a blast and really enjoyed the trip. Cant wait for the next one.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 01/28/2024

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