Ecuador In Depth
An exciting itinerary that takes you deep into the Amazon, sailing around the Galapagos and across the Andean highlands.
You will start with three nights in Ecuador’s capital city, Quito. A city tour will introduce to this charming, colonial city and you will also have the chance to visit Cotopaxi and Quilotoa on a full day tour. From Quito, you will fly to the Amazon where you can spend three nights in a luxury lodge. Enjoy plenty of activities, on land and by boat, learning about this amazing river and jungle. The next stop will be a traditional hacienda in beautiful surroundings in the Andean highlands. Enjoy a relaxing time here, exploring the countryside and learning about life on the hacienda. After a night back in Quito, you will fly to the Galapagos to spend a week aboard one of the most luxurious boats in the Galapagos. This will be a week of unique experiences as you wonder at the wildlife and scenery in this amazing place. Finish with a night relaxing in a luxury hotel back on land before your flight home.
Trip highlights
3 nights in Quito at Palacio Gangotena with tours of the city surroundings
3 nights in the Amazon at La Selva Jungle Lodge with all activities included
3 nights in the highlands at Hacienda Zuleta with activities included
1 night in Quito at Illa Experience Hotel
7 nights exploring the Galapagos on the Relais&Chateaux Origin Yacht
1 night in Guayaquil at the Hotel del Parque
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 three nights.
Suggested accommodation – Palacio Gangotena
DAY 2
Explore Quito
This morning your guide will take on a private tour of the city.
DAY 3
Admire Cotopaxi Volcano
Today you will have a private tour to the spectacular Cotopaxi volcano.
DAY 4
Travel to the Amazon
This morning you will board a flight to Coca from where you will head into the Ecuadorian Amazon for the next three nights.
Suggested accommodation – La Selva Jungle Lodge
DAYS 5 – 6
Explore the Amazon
This time will be filled with activities as you explore the Amazon with your guide.
DAY 7
Visit a traditional Ecuadorian farmhouse
Today you will leave the Amazon and fly back to Quito, continuing directly on to the Andean highlands and the beautiful Hacienda Zuleta.
Suggested accommodation – Hacienda Zuleta
DAYS 8 – 9
Activities at Hacienda Zuleta
These days are for you to enjoy the activities on offer at the hacienda, experiencing traditional life and the charming surroundings
DAY 10
Travel back to Quito
Spend one night back in Quito before flying to the Galapagos.
Suggested accommodation – Illa Experience
DAY 11
Fly to the Galapagos
This morning you will take a flight to the Galapagos to board your luxury cruise.
Suggested accommodation – Origin Yacht
DAYS 12 – 17
Discover the Galapagos
Enjoy these days as you sail around the Galapagos, experiencing the incredible wildlife.
DAY 18
Return to the mainland
Today you will return to the mainland for one last night in a luxury hotel in Guayaquil.
Suggested accommodation – Hotel del Parque
DAY 19
Fly home
Take a transfer to the airport for your flight home.
The price for this itinerary is GBP £12,940 (pricing also available in US Dollars)
This is a per person price, based on 2 people travelling and sharing a room.
What’s included
18 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
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.
La Selva Eco Lodge
The award winning La Selva Lodge was one of the first amazon rainforest lodges in Ecuador, and is now the premier eco lodge of the region. Located within the Yasuni National Park, it is the perfect base for exploring this unique habitat.
Hacienda Zuleta
Regularly mentioned as one of the best hotels in Ecuador, the Hacienda Zuleta has an interesting past. For over 100 years the property has belonged to the family of Mr Galo Plaza Lasso – a former president of Ecuador.
Hotel Illa
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.
Origin
Combining sophisticated design with world-class service and amenities, the award-winning Galapagos cruises on the MV Origin provide understated luxury.
Capacity: 10