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Ecuador: Andean Packages
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The Highlands

Explore the highlands, spectacular snowcapped mountains which Alexander Von Humboldt called the "Avenue of the Volcanoes", valleys enclosed between the two main Andes' Cordilleras which are 13,000 feet high, Indian markets and colonial cities, the trip through Ecuador's highlands is unique in many ways.

Come and visit the picturesque villages with their own distinctive style and flavor in a region of rich cultural heritage and don't miss out on the train ride down the Devil's Nose, considered among the most impressive train-rides of the world.

Cotopaxi National Park and Market

Travel south to visit Cotopaxi National Park , where the highest active volcano on earth, is the main attraction. Explore the peaceful Andean moorlands, the breeding site for a llama herd and home to over 100 species of highland birds or take a hike up to the snow line. Visit Latacunga, Saquisilí or Pujilí indigenous markts.

Saquisilí
Under the surveilance of the great Cotopaxi, to its South you find the Saquisili market where agricultural products and handicrafts come from all over the central provinces of the country. While walking around the five bustling plazas, with their food, clothing and crafts, you will notice a unique animal market.

Pujilí
Visit the colorful market at Latacunga, one of the countries most varied markets thanks to its spontaneous blend of indegenous and mestizo(mixed) cultures with their unique elements blended in their products and colours.

Riobamba and Guano

Leave Quito to visit Cotopaxi National Park. Visit Ambato, a quiet city known for its fruit and flowers. After a drive to lower lands, arrive in Baños, famous for its medicinal springs, discover orchids and waterfalls at the base of the Tungurahua Volcano. Riobamba city tour includes La Concepción Museum and its priceless baroque monstrance. Then, visit Guano, known for its handmade carpets. On the way back to Quito, admire the undeniably majestic Avenue of the Volcanoes as the sun sets.

Otavalo Surroundings

Travel north to the home of the Otavalo Indians. Spend the day at the famous Otavalo Indian Market discovering enticing products such as wonderful textiles, naive paintings, ceramics, and much more, then visit Cotacachi to find a variety of leather goods. Full board included.

Visit Peguche, where excellent wool tapestries are made and Ilumán, a pleasant little town known for its traditional healers.

Visit San Antonio de Ibarra and stop at Cayambe to try their delicious biscuits and cheese. Finally, stop in Calderón, famous for its handmade bread-dough figures.

Cuenca City Package

Transfer from the airport, city tour, sleep in a deluxe hotel. Admire the cobble-stoned streets, graceful wrought iron balconies, courtyards and religious artifacts of this elegant, colonial city. Enjoy the charm and sense the history of the long association with Spain.

Cuenca from Quito

Travel to the Cotopaxi National park and visit the highest active volcano on earth. Visit Ambato, the city of flowers and fruits, arrive in Riobamba at sunset. Reach the Alausí train station and experience the adventurous journey through the Devil's Nose while sitting on the roof of the train. Stop at Ingapirca, the most important complex left by the Incas. Visit Cuenca, considered by many to be the prettiest colonial city in the country. Finally, return to Quito or Guayaquil.