Ecuador Chimborazo Tours

Come and Discover the Enchanted Andes with us!!! This is a unique tour program which includes most of the Andean best landscapes, cussine and culture than any other one. It is priced comprehensive  and  also it is a fantastic opportunity to admire the Ecuadorian Andes and its Unique Jewels.

During this 13-day trip, you will not only explore the remarkably beautiful landscapes and the friendly indigenous people of the Andean highlands but there will also be plenty of beach time on the Pacific coast.

This tour is for the person who wants to experience various sports in a foreign country.We will begin with the Lechero Tree Hike, and we will end up at the Otavalo Indian Market.  Next, we will partake of the Cuicocha Volcano Hike, and we will stop in Cotacachi, which also known as Leather Town. We will then travel from Otavalo to the Cotopaxi National Park, where we will complete the Cotopaxi Hike. Next, we will drive to the city of Baños, where we will take bikes to complete our journey of the Avenue of the Waterfalls. Are you ready for the Pastaza white water rafting?  Of course you are, and then you'll relish your visit to the Chimborazo Fauna Reserve and Riobamba City. Wait till you see the train ride we have in store for you, which, of course, will take you to Cuenca City.  Next, you’ll journey along the Inca Trail, and then we´ll camp at Cajas National Park.

1 Transfer in QuitoTransfer from the airport to the Grand Mercure Alameda Hotel. (-/­-/-­) 2 Middle of the World – PapallactaIn the morning drive to the middle of the world, including a visit to the museum. Then he goes to the Andean highlands. At an altitude of 3,300 meters are the wonderful Papallacta hot springs in a bizarre environment. In good weather, you can see the snow-capped Antisana (5,753 m). In the afternoon you can enjoy the comfortable spa of the thermal hotel or take a walk through the mystical landscape along the wild and romantic mountain stream Papallacta River. Night at Termas de Papallacta Resort & Spa hotel. (B/-­/-­) 3 Cayambe Coca Natural ReserveToday you will discover the Cayambe Coca natural reserve. The trail passes through lush highland vegetation, passing by some picturesque lakes. We take an impressive panoramic walk through the Cayambe Coca natural reserve. The starting point is at about 4,300 m altitude and the destination at about 3,600 m. Walking time around 4 hours. At night we finish the day in the comfortable spa of the Hotel Termas Papallacta Resort & Spa. (B/-/­-) 4 Otavalo Market and Cuicocha LagoonToday you will visit the famous South America's most important craft market in Otavalo. Saturday is a big market day here! Then you will visit Cuicocha Crater Lake (also called Guinea Pig Lagoon). You can take a hike along the crater lake and, if you want, you can also take a boat tour. If you have time, you can make a detour to the Cochasquí Pyramids on the way back to Quito. Accommodation at the Mercure Alameda Hotel.(B/-/­-) 5 Quito Historic Center, Cable Car and Rucu PichinchaIn the morning visit to the historic center of Quito. The capital of Ecuador is located 2,850 meters above sea level at the foot of the Pichincha volcano, embedded in a green Andean valley. Quito, one of the oldest cities in South America, is also one of the few cities that was able to preserve numerous monuments and artistic treasures from the Spanish colonial era. The old town was listed as a world monument by UNESCO in 1978. Then you take the world's highest cable car, the Teleférico, to the foothills of the local mountain Rucu Pichincha (4,698 m). The cable car reaches a height of 3,900 m, from here, in good weather, we can enjoy a fantastic view of the city and the snow-capped volcanoes of Cotopaxi, Antisana and Cayambe. Our walk takes us to Rucu Pichincha (4,690 m). The cable car will take you back to the valley. Accommodation again at the Mercure Alameda Hotel. (B/-/­-) 6 Cotopaxi National ParkIn the morning you will go to Cotopaxi, on the Limpiopungo plateau (3,830 m) you will acclimatize and take a short walk through the area to learn about the diverse high Andean flora and observe birds. By car we will reach an altitude of 4,500 m, from here we will walk to the José Ribas refuge (4,800 m) and the nearby glacier. Then we will descend along the flanks of the volcano. On this walk we will get to know the diverse flora of the high Andes. Accommodation at Chilcabamba Lodge. (B/-/-) 7 Pastaza Canyon – Baños – PatateAfter the extreme highs of the last few days, today we head to the tropics. In the morning we head through the Pastaza Canyon with its spectacular falls and numerous waterfalls. This innovative valley is also known as the gateway to the Amazon rainforest. In this beautiful valley we take a peaceful walk and also visit the roaring waterfall "Pailón del Diablo". In the afternoon we visit the small and lively town of Baños, which is located at the foot of the active volcano Tungurahua (5,016 m). In the afternoon you will arrive at Hacienda Leito in a beautiful green mountain landscape near Patate. From here you have a beautiful view of the active volcano Tungurahua. (B/-/D) 8 Guamote Market – RiobambaIn the morning we visit the famous Guamote market, one of the most beautiful, original and colorful markets in the Ecuadorian Andes. In the afternoon we drive through beautiful cultural landscapes to Riobamba, at the foot of the Chimborazo volcano. You will spend the night at the beautiful Hacienda Abraspungo. (B/-/-) 9 Chimborazo Fauna Production ReserveToday we go to Chimborazo National Park, the highest volcano in the country (6,310 m). In Arenal, a desert landscape, you can see vicuñas. With the vehicle you reach a height of 4800 m, from there you walk to the Edward Whymper refuge at 5000 m. Return to Hacienda Abraspungo for your accommodation. (B/-/-) 10 On the Inca trail to IngapircaToday we have to start early (around 6 a.m.). After a three-hour drive we arrived at the mountain lake Laguna Culebrilla, starting point for our 5-6 hour hike, partly along an ancient Inca trail, to Ecuador's most important Inca fortress, Ingapirca. The path leads mainly downhill: highest point approximately 4,000 m, destination at 3,200 m. On the way we passed through small mountain towns with a predominantly indigenous population. We spent the night at the rustic Posada Ingapirca. (B/-/­-) 11 Cuenca and surroundingsToday we arrive in the beautiful colonial city of Cuenca, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. A leisurely city tour awaits you. We will visit the famous toquilla straw hats and learn about their production process. Then you can visit the surrounding towns such as Gualaceo, Sigsig or Chordeleg. Accommodation at the Santa Lucía Hotel. (B/­-/-­) 12 Cajas National ParkWe leave for the famous Cajas National Park. Our approximately four-hour hike begins at about 4,100 m. The path passes several mountain lakes. Finally we walked along an ancient Inca trail.There are only a few climbs, mostly downhill or straight. In the afternoon return to Cuenca and another night of accommodation at the Hotel Santa Lucía. (B/-/­-) 13 Cuenca – Cajas – GuayaquilWe will drive again through Cajas National Park. We cross the 4,200m high pass and drive through a beautiful area of mountain lakes. Through different climatic and vegetation zones we enter the tropical lowlands passing through banana, cocoa and rice plantations until we finally reach the port city of Guayaquil. We stroll along the El Malecón promenade to the historic district of Las Peñas and enjoy the panoramic view from Cerro Santa Ana. Accommodation at the Unipark Hotel. (B/-/-) 14 Transfer to the airport and continuation of the tripThe guide will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport to take the flight to your next destination. (B/­-/-­)

Get ready for an incredible 13-day journey through Ecuador's most breathtaking spots. From the bustling streets of Quito to the serene landscapes of Cotopaxi and Quilotoa, and the vibrant town of Baños, we've got it all covered. Dive into the heart of the Amazon in Puyo, and witness the wild wonders of Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. Take a relaxing dip in the soothing Papallacta hot springs and explore the charming markets of Otavalo

Get ready for an incredible 8-day journey through the heart of Ecuador! We'll explore the charming streets of Quito, haggle for treasures in Otavalo's markets, and soak up the serene beauty of Cuicocha. Feel the power of Cotopaxi and gaze into the emerald waters of Quilotoa. Then, experience the awe of Pailon del Diablo, a breathtaking waterfall. Stand in awe of Chimborazo's towering presence and find tranquility in the Papallacta hot springs. Join us for a week of culture, nature, and pure relaxation - memories guaranteed!