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Andes and Galapagos

Explore Ecuador's highlights with the Andes and Galapagos Tour. Discover Quito's colonial charm, adventure in Cotopaxi and Baños, then enjoy wildlife in the Galapagos Islands. A perfect mix of culture and nature.

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Day 1

Activities

  • Arrival at Quito Airport.

  • Transfer to your hotel.

  • Free time to relax and acclimatize.

Difficulty: Easy.
Duration: 2-3 hours.

Day 2

Activities

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Tour to an old town.

  • Trip to Mitad del Mundo.

Difficulty: Easy.

Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 3

Activities

  • Visit the famous Otavalo Market.

  • Explore the Cotacachi leather factories.

  • Shopping trough the market.

Difficulty: Easy.

Duration: 6-7 hours.

Itinerary: Quito, Mitad del Mundo & Otovalo Market

Day 4

Activities

  • Travel to Cotopaxi National Park.

  • Hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon.

  • Explore the parks with unique flora and fauna.

Difficulty: Moderate.
Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 5

Activities

  • Head to Laguna Quilotoa.

  • Hike down to the lake.

  • Take an optional boat ride.

  • Visit the Zumbahua market.

Difficulty: Moderate.

Duration: 6-7 hours.

Day 6

Activities

  • City tour of Baños.

  • Visiting to Manto de la Novia.

  • Admire Pailón del Diablo waterfalls.

  • White-water rafting.

  • Bungee jumping.

  • Zip-lining.

Difficulty: Moderate.

Duration: Full Day.

Itinerary: Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Banos

Day 7

Activities

  • Admire views while driving.

  • Take delicious breakfast.

  • Free afternoon to explore Quito.

Difficulty: Easy.
Duration: 3-4 hours.

Day 8

Activities

  • Flight.

  • Visit Tortuga Bay Beach.

  • Enjoy turquoise waters.

  • Overnight aboard the Golondrina yacht.

Difficulty: Easy.

Duration: 4-5 hours.

Day 9

Activities

  • Visit the Charles Darwin Research.

  • Learn about giant tortoises.

  • Explore Primicias Ranch.

  • Spot giant tortoises.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.

Duration: 5-6 hours.

Itinerary: Galapagos - Santa Cruz & Charles Darwin Station

Day 10

Activities

  • Chance to see, sea lions, iguanas, and sea turtles.

  • Visiting conservation of giant tortoises.

  • Overnight aboard the Golondrina yacht.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.
Duration: 6-7 hours.

Day 11

Activities

  • Visit Rabida Island, and diverse birdlife.

  • Hike to a lookout point for stunning views.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.

Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 12

Activities

  • Flight with beautiful views.

  • Overnight in Quito or Guayaquil.

Difficulty: Easy.

Duration: 3-4 hours.

Itinerary: Tintoneras - Rabida Island & Baldra

Day 13: Departure

Activities

  • Transfer to the airport.

  • Delicious breakfast.

Highlights

  • Reflection of the trip.

  • Thankful for choosing Pajonal Tours.

Duration

  • Duration: 2-3 hours.

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Ecuador: +593 (99) 972-1198 / Maria Vallejo
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Quito, Ecuador
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