Classic Ecuador
Two weeks discovering the Ecuadorian cloud forest and the Galapagos islands in luxury accommodation.
Your trip starts in Quito where you will spend two nights in a beautiful Colonial mansion. Enjoy a private tour of the city, finishing with lunch in a typical restaurant. Next you will travel north to the Ecuadorian cloud forest, with a stop along the way to visit the equatorial monument. You will spend three nights in the cloud forest at the spectacular Mashpi Lodge, exploring with your guide and learning about this fascinating ecosystem. You return to Quito for a night before flying off to the Galapagos islands the following morning. Here you can spend five nights cruising the Galapagos on board a luxury boat. The Galapagos offers an experience like no other, getting you up close and personal with the wildlife in this amazing destination, the jewel in Ecuador’s crown. Your trip will finish with three nights at a typical Ecuadorian hacienda, relaxing in beautiful surroundings and enjoying some of the activities on offer
Trip highlights
2 nights in Quito at Illa Experience Hotel with a tour of the city
3 nights in the cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge with time exploring the forest
1 night in Quito at Hotel Casa Gangotena
5 nights exploring the Galapagos on board the Sea Star Journey luxury boat
Get up close and personal with the wildlife in this amazing destination
3 nights near Guayaquil at Hacienda Danesa to experience traditional Ecuadorian life
Map of your holiday
Day by Day itinerary
DAY 1
Arrive into Ecuador
Arrive in Quito and transfer straight to your hotel for the next two nights.
Suggested accommodation – Illa Experience Hotel
DAY 2
Explore Quito
Today your guide will take on a private tour of the city.
DAY 3
Travel to the Cloud Forest
This morning you will take a transfer north to the cloud forest where you will spend three nights.
Suggested accommodation – Mashpi Lodge
DAYS 4 – 5
Spot wildlife
This time is for you to explore the cloud forest, spotting wildlife and learning about this particular ecosystem.
DAY 6
Return to Quito
Today you will return to Quito for the night.
Suggested accommodation –Â Hotel Casa Gangotena
DAY 7
Begin your Galapagos journey
This morning you will fly to the Galapagos Islands to board your cruise for the next five nights.
Suggested accommodation – Sea Star Journey
DAYS 8 – 11
Discover the Galapagos Islands
These days will be spent sailing around the Galapagos seeing amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery.
DAY 12
Visit a traditional farmhouse
Today you will fly back to the mainland and transfer to a traditional hacienda for the last three nights.
Suggested accommodation – Hacienda Danesa
DAYS 13 – 14
Activities at La Danesa
Enjoy this time to relax and enjoy the activities on offer at the hacienda including hikes, bike rides, cacao tours or a relaxing massage.
DAY 15
Fly home
Today your guide will take you to the airport for your flight home.
The price for this itinerary is GBP £10,670 (pricing also available in US Dollars)
This is a per person price, based on 2 people travelling and sharing a room.
What’s included
14 nights in luxury accommodation as listed above
Private transfers and tours with an English speaking guide and driver
All internal flights in economy class seating
What’s not included
International flights (discuss your specific requirements with us)
Travel insurance
Any visas you may require
This is a guide price. Please enquire and we will provide a full personalised quote for you. All our itineraries are tailor-made to your own requirements so can be modified however you wish.
FEATURED HOTELS
Hotel Illa Experience
Hotel Illa offers a unique cultural experience for guests in Quito’s warmest and most welcoming neighborhood. For generations, San Marcos has been home to artists, writers and musicians. Its present-day charm owes much to the tight-knit community of residents and is the perfect setting for this experience hotel.
Mashpi Lodge
Mashpi Lodge is a luxury, 5-star jungle lodge located in the Andean Cloud Forest. Just 3 hours from Quito, this provides an exclusive and unique experience in beautiful surroundings.
Hotel Casa Gangotena
With a fabulous view over the Plaza San Francisco, this 3 story newly-restored mansion is in a great location. Sophisticated and eclectic, the hotel is passionate about providing good service and an unforgettable stay.
Sea Star
The Sea Star is a beautiful yacht, with incredible attention to detail and a impeccable service to match. This contemporary yacht, which has a capacity of just 16 people, offers guests comfort and privacy all within the fabulous setting of the Galapagos Islands.
Capacity: 16