Humboldt’s Footsteps
Trace the route of the Alexander Von Humboldt as you discover all that Ecuador has to offer in this diverse and exciting itinerary.
Start your trip with two nights in Quito in one of the city’s top hotels complete with a half day tour. From here, you will fly to the Amazon to board an exciting cruise along the Amazon river. Sail deep into the Amazon, spotting wildlife and visiting local communities. After a night back in Quito, you will continue in Humboldt’s footsteps as you start your journey along the Avenue of Volcanoes. Your private guide will take you down through beautiful scenery, travelling from Quito and finishing in Cuenca. Along the way you will stay in charming haciendas, visiting Cotopaxi, Quilotoa lake and, Riobamba and finishing in the pretty city of Cuenca. From here, continue to Guayaquil for one night before flying out to the Galapagos islands. Enjoy five nights exploring the Galapagos by boat and on land, staying in a luxury hotel and a luxury tented camp.
Trip highlights
2 nights in Quito at Hotel Casa Gangotena with a tour of the city
4 nights sailing the Amazon on the Anakonda cruise with activities included
1 extra night in Quito at Hotel Casa Gangotena
1 night near Cotopaxi with a tour of the national park
1 night in Riobamba at Hacienda Abraspungo with a visit to Quilotoa Lake
3 nights in Cuenca at Mansion Alcazar with a trip on the Devil’s Nose train
1 night in Guayaquil at the Hotel del Parque
5 nights exploring the Galapagos at Scalesia Lodge and Finch Bay Hotel
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 – Hotel Casa Gangotena
DAY 2
Explore Quito
This morning your guide will take on a private tour of the city.
DAY 3
Journey into the Amazon
This morning you will take a flight to Coca where you will board your cruise along the Amazon.
Suggested accommodation – Anakonda Cruise
DAYS 4 – 6
Soak in the Amazon Jungle
Venture into the Amazon along the amazing Napo River taking in the amazing natural paradise that surrounds you.
DAY 7
Return to Quito
Return to Quito for a night.
Suggested accommodation – Hotel Casa Gangotena
DAY 8
See the Cotopaxi volcano
Today your guide will accompany you to the Cotopaxi volcano and then on to your hacienda for the night.
Suggested accommodation – Hacienda San Agustin del Callo
DAY 9
Travel south through the avenue of volcanoes
This morning you will depart for a tour of the Quilotoa lake before checking in to your hacienda for the night.
Suggested accommodation – Hacienda Abraspungo
DAY 10
Ride the Devil’s Nose train
Enjoy a ride on the famous Devil’s Nose train and then continue to the charming city of Cuenca for the next three nights.
Suggested accommodation – Mansion Alcazar
DAY 11
Explore Cuenca
This morning your guide will take you on a private tour of Cuenca.
DAY 12
Day at leisure
Today is free for you to relax.
DAY 13
Spend the night in Guayaquil
Continue to Guayaquil for one night before your departure to the Galapagos.
Suggested accommodation – Hotel del Parque
DAY 14
Begin your adventure in the Galapagos
This morning you will fly to the Galapagos to start your stay in a luxury tented camp.
Suggested accommodation – Scalesia Lodge
DAYS 15 – 16
Explore the islands
These days are free for you to enjoy the activities on offer at Scalesia Lodge.
DAYS 17 – 18
Search for wildlife
Continue exploring a different part of the Galapagos, using the luxury Finch Bay as your base.
Suggested accommodation – Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
DAY 19
Fly home
Today you will fly back to the mainland and connect on to your flight home.
The price for this itinerary is GBP £12,690 (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.
Anakonda River Cruise
The MV Anakonda is the only luxury boat in the Ecuadorian amazon rainforest. Experience the amazon in a most unqiue and luxurious way.
Hacienda Abraspungo
This traditional colonial style hacienda is perched high in the Andes at 2754 metres above sea level and is surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery.
Mansion Alcazar
Located in the heart of Cuenca, this colonial mansion will delight guests with its attention to detail and personalised service.
Scalesia Lodge
Stay in a luxury safari-like tented camp and experience the Galapagos in a unique way. With fabulous views over the island and a secluded location, Scalesia will allow guests to relax and enjoy these magnificent islands at their own pace.
Finch Bay Hotel
Finch Bay hotel is an award-winning boutique, eco-lodge on Santa Cruz Island in the heart of the Galapagos. Named as South America’s leading green hotel three years running, Finch Bay perfectly captures the essence of the Galapagos and the importance of the natural surroundings, blending it with comfort and excellent service.