We love —
- Discovering Quito’s colonial heart, wandering cobbled streets, ornate churches, and bustling plazas filled with Andean atmosphere.
- Immersing in Amazonian rainforest life, hearing exotic birdcalls and tasting fresh superfoods from nearby gardens.
- Sailing through Galápagos waters aboard a First Class yacht, encountering marine iguanas, seabirds, and crystal-clear volcanic coastlines.
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Did you know that the Galápagos inspired Charles Darwin to develop his theory of evolution, whilst Cotopaxi is one of the world’s highest active volcanoes? From a legendary archipelago teeming with fascinating wildlife to majestic Andean peaks, this tour takes you to the heart of two of Ecuador’s greatest natural treasures.
Your itinerary in brief —
DURATION: 11, 14 or 16 nights
BEST FOR: Cultural immersion
PACE: Active
Discover Ecuador
This journey through Ecuador brings together three of the country’s most extraordinary worlds: the colonial elegance of Quito, the deep wilderness of the Amazon, and the unparalleled biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands. From rainforest rivers and indigenous traditions to volcanic landscapes and remote island wildlife, each stage reveals a different rhythm of nature and culture.
Choose the length of your stay:
11-night itinerary (7 nights in hotels & 4 nights aboard cruise)
- Day 1: Arrival in Quito
- Day 2: Quito
- Day 3: Quito → El Coca
- Day 4: El Coca
- Day 5: El Coca
- Day 6: El Coca → Quito
- Day 7: Quito → Galápagos
- Day 8: Galápagos
- Day 9: Galápagos
- Day 10: Galápagos → Quito
- Day 11: Departure from Quito
14-night itinerary (10 nights in hotels & 4 nights aboard cruise)
- Day 1: Arrival in Quito
- Day 2: Quito
- Day 3: Quito → El Coca
- Day 4: El Coca
- Day 5: El Coca
- Day 6: El Coca → Quito
- Day 7: Quito → Galápagos
- Day 8: Galápagos
- Day 9: Galápagos
- Day 10: Galápagos → Quito
- Day 11: Quito → Cotopaxi National Park
- Day 12: Cotopaxi National Park → Baños
- Day 13: Baños
- Day 14: Baños → Quito
- Day 15: Departure from Quito
16-night itinerary (12 nights in hotels & 4 nights aboard cruise)
- Day 1: Arrival in Quito
- Day 2: Quito
- Day 3: Quito → El Coca
- Day 4: El Coca
- Day 5: El Coca
- Day 6: El Coca → Quito
- Day 7: Quito → Galápagos
- Day 8: Galápagos
- Day 9: Galápagos
- Day 10: Galápagos → Quito
- Day 11: Quito → Cotopaxi National Park
- Day 12: Cotopaxi National Park → Baños
- Day 13: Baños
- Day 14: Baños → Cuenca
- Day 15: Cuenca
- Day 16: Cuenca → Quito
- Day 17: Departure from Quito
Please note: For your Galápagos journey, the cruise itinerary will vary depending on your departure date.
Monday arrivals:
Day 1: Baltra → Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz Island)
Day 2: Isabela Island → Tagus Cove / Urbina Bay
Day 3: Fernandina Island → Espinoza Point / Isabela Island → Vicente Roca Point
Day 4: Santiago Island → Puerto Egas / Buccaneer Cove
Day 5: North Seymour Island → Transfer to Baltra Airport
Friday arrivals:
Day 1: Santa Cruz Island → Highlands & lava tunnels
Day 2: Rábida Island / Bartolomé Island → Pinnacle Rock
Day 3: South Plaza Island / Santa Fé Island
Day 4: San Cristóbal Island → Punta Pitt / Cerro Brujo
Day 5: Isla Lobos → Transfer to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Airport
Please note: your itinerary may have minor adjustments, but your overall trip experience will remain the same.
Your itinerary in detail —
11-night tour (for Monday arrivals)
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN QUITO
Your Ecuadorian journey begins in Quito, a city suspended high in the Andes, where colonial heritage and modern life intertwine beneath volcanic skies. Upon arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), a private transfer will take you from the airport into the capital, passing steep green hillsides and the ever-changing light of the mountains. Once at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to unwind and settle into the atmosphere of this remarkable high-altitude city.
Included:
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 2: QUITO
Spend the day discovering Quito’s atmospheric Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture, hidden courtyards, and historic churches. Alongside your private guide, visit San Francisco Church and admire the golden interiors of La Compañía before climbing to the cupolas overlooking the city below. The experience concludes with a tasting of fine Ecuadorian chocolate, offering a delicious insight into one of the country’s greatest treasures.
Included:
- Breakfast
- City tour in Quito (including Ecuadorian cacao chocolate tasting)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 3: QUITO → EL COLA
Today, journey deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon, trading Quito’s mountain scenery for the lush landscapes of the rainforest. After a short flight to El Coca, travel upriver by canoe along the Rio Napo, passing small jungle villages and thick tropical forest alive with wildlife. Arrive at Minga Lodge and settle into your serene surroundings before discovering the first flavours and traditions of this extraordinary region. The evening is spent immersed in the calm rhythm of the Amazon.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → El Coca
- Shared transfer from El Coca to Minga Lodge, including motorised canoe journey
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 4: EL COLA
The Amazon reveals its many rhythms today, beginning with a peaceful sunrise canoe ride along quiet jungle waterways rich with birdlife and hidden wildlife. Continue with a guided rainforest walk, where towering trees, medicinal plants, and dense vegetation immerse you fully in this extraordinary ecosystem. Later, discover the flavours of the region at the Minga Superfoods Centre through tastings of tropical fruits, cacao, and local honey. In the evening, a guided night walk offers a completely different perspective of the rainforest beneath the darkness of the canopy.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 5: EL COLA
Spend the day immersed in the traditions and flavours of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Begin with a guided coffee tasting featuring locally cultivated Robusta beans, followed by a visit with skilled artisans who preserve ancestral crafting techniques using seeds, fibres, and natural materials from the forest. Later, share time with a local family and gain a deeper understanding of life in the Amazon before learning to prepare traditional dishes during an authentic cooking experience. As evening settles over the jungle, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the lodge.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 6: EL COLA → QUITO
This morning, bid farewell to the Amazon as you travel back down the Rio Napo, surrounded by the ever-changing scenery of the rainforest. Returning to El Coca, board your flight to Quito and watch the landscapes shift from dense jungle to the dramatic peaks of the Andes. Once back in the capital, a private transfer will take you to your hotel, where the evening is yours to relax at leisure.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Shared transfer from Minga Lodge to El Coca, including motorised canoe journey
- Flight El Coca → Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 7: QUITO → GALAPAGOS
Today, journey to the Galápagos Islands, where volcanic landscapes and exceptional wildlife await. After arriving in Baltra, step aboard the Yacht Monserrat and settle into life at sea before heading to the pristine shores of Bachas Beach. Here, soft white sands meet crystal-clear waters frequented by sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and nesting sea turtles. Later, enjoy your first snorkelling experience in the archipelago’s remarkably rich marine world.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → Galápagos
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 8: GALAPAGOS
Today reveals the untamed beauty of western Isabela Island, where volcanic scenery and exceptional wildlife encounters define the experience. Begin at Tagus Cove, a historic anchorage surrounded by steep cliffs and calm waters filled with seabirds and marine life. By the afternoon, arrive at Urbina Bay, where giant tortoises roam across lava terrain, and Galápagos penguins dart through the shoreline waters. Throughout the day, snorkelling excursions offer a closer look at the archipelago’s extraordinary underwater world.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 9: GALAPAGOS
Today is dedicated to the wild, remote western Galápagos, where volcanic islands meet some of the richest marine environments in the archipelago. Explore Espinoza Point on Fernandina, a landscape untouched by introduced species and alive with nesting seabirds and marine iguanas basking on lava rock. Later, continue to Vicente Roca Point, renowned for its deep-water snorkelling and encounters with turtles, penguins, and rays in crystal-clear waters. Between land and sea, the day reveals the extraordinary diversity of this protected paradise.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 10: GALAPAGOS
Santiago Island reveals a softer, greener side of the Galápagos today, balanced between volcanic rock and life-rich coastal ecosystems. At Puerto Egas, walk along black sand beaches and explore tidal pools where marine iguanas and seabirds gather in abundance. Later, continue to Playa Espumilla, a tranquil setting of mangroves and nesting wildlife, before reaching Buccaneer Cove, where towering cliffs and calm waters echo the island’s pirate past. Snorkelling and shoreline exploration complete a day rich in contrast and detail.
Included:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 11: GALAPAGOS → QUITO
Begin the final morning of your Galápagos journey with a visit to North Seymour Island, where trails wind through colonies of frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies performing their striking courtship displays. Continue to Baltra Airport, bidding farewell to the archipelago as you fly back to mainland Ecuador. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to your hotel near the airport for a restful final evening, reflecting on the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife experienced over the past days.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Galapagos Airport
- Domestic flight from Galápagos to Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
DAY 12: DEPARTURE FROM QUITO
Your journey through Ecuador comes to a close today. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), set against the dramatic backdrop of the Andes. As you depart, the experiences of the Amazon, the highlands, and the Galápagos linger as a final impression of a diverse and unforgettable country.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
14-night tour (for Friday arrivals)
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN QUITO
Your Ecuadorian journey begins in Quito, a city suspended high in the Andes, where colonial heritage and modern life intertwine beneath volcanic skies. Upon arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), a private transfer will take you from the airport into the capital, passing steep green hillsides and the ever-changing light of the mountains. Once at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to unwind and settle into the atmosphere of this remarkable high-altitude city.
Included:
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 2: QUITO
Spend the day discovering Quito’s atmospheric Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture, hidden courtyards, and historic churches. Alongside your private guide, visit San Francisco Church and admire the golden interiors of La Compañía before climbing to the cupolas overlooking the city below. The experience concludes with a tasting of fine Ecuadorian chocolate, offering a delicious insight into one of the country’s greatest treasures.
Included:
- Breakfast
- City tour in Quito (including Ecuadorian cacao chocolate tasting)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 3: QUITO → EL COLA
Today, journey deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon, trading Quito’s mountain scenery for the lush landscapes of the rainforest. After a short flight to El Coca, travel upriver by canoe along the Rio Napo, passing small jungle villages and thick tropical forest alive with wildlife. Arrive at Minga Lodge and settle into your serene surroundings before discovering the first flavours and traditions of this extraordinary region. The evening is spent immersed in the calm rhythm of the Amazon.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → El Coca
- Shared transfer from El Coca to Minga Lodge, including motorised canoe journey
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 4: EL COLA
The Amazon reveals its many rhythms today, beginning with a peaceful sunrise canoe ride along quiet jungle waterways rich with birdlife and hidden wildlife. Continue with a guided rainforest walk, where towering trees, medicinal plants, and dense vegetation immerse you fully in this extraordinary ecosystem. Later, discover the flavours of the region at the Minga Superfoods Centre through tastings of tropical fruits, cacao, and local honey. In the evening, a guided night walk offers a completely different perspective of the rainforest beneath the darkness of the canopy.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 5: EL COLA
Spend the day immersed in the traditions and flavours of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Begin with a guided coffee tasting featuring locally cultivated Robusta beans, followed by a visit with skilled artisans who preserve ancestral crafting techniques using seeds, fibres, and natural materials from the forest. Later, share time with a local family and gain a deeper understanding of life in the Amazon before learning to prepare traditional dishes during an authentic cooking experience. As evening settles over the jungle, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the lodge.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 6: EL COLA → QUITO
This morning, bid farewell to the Amazon as you travel back down the Rio Napo, surrounded by the ever-changing scenery of the rainforest. Returning to El Coca, board your flight to Quito and watch the landscapes shift from dense jungle to the dramatic peaks of the Andes. Once back in the capital, a private transfer will take you to your hotel, where the evening is yours to relax at leisure.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Shared transfer from Minga Lodge to El Coca, including motorised canoe journey
- Flight El Coca → Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 7: QUITO → GALAPAGOS
Begin your Galápagos adventure with a flight from Quito to Baltra Island, where you will board the Yacht Monserrat and settle into life at sea. This afternoon, explore the highlands of Santa Cruz, where giant tortoises roam freely across misty volcanic landscapes and ancient lava tunnels wind beneath the earth’s surface. The contrast between lush green vegetation and dramatic volcanic formations offers a striking first introduction to the archipelago’s unique natural world.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → Galápagos
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 8: GALAPAGOS
Wake to the striking red landscapes of Rábida Island, where coastal trails lead past sea lion colonies, saltwater lagoons, and fragrant palo santo trees. Later, continue to Bartolomé Island, one of the archipelago’s most iconic volcanic settings, where a scenic hike reveals sweeping views across lava fields and the famous Pinnacle Rock rising from turquoise waters below. Throughout the day, snorkelling excursions offer encounters with sea turtles, tropical fish, penguins, and playful sea lions within the remarkably clear waters of the Galápagos.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 9: GALAPAGOS
Today reveals the rich wildlife and dramatic coastal scenery of South Plaza and Santa Fé Islands. Begin with a guided walk through cactus forests and rugged cliffs populated by land iguanas, seabirds, and sea lions basking beside the shore. By afternoon, continue to Santa Fé, where giant prickly pear cacti rise above arid landscapes and endemic iguanas rest quietly among the vegetation. Between land and sea, the day offers a deeper connection to the remarkable biodiversity that defines the Galápagos Islands.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 10: GALAPAGOS
Spend the day exploring San Cristóbal Island, beginning at Punta Pitt, one of the few places in the Galápagos where several species of boobies and frigatebirds can be observed together. Volcanic cliffs, quiet coves, and crystal-clear waters create a spectacular setting for wildlife encounters both on land and beneath the sea. Later, continue to Cerro Brujo, where white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and resting sea lions offer one of the archipelago’s most scenic coastal landscapes. Flamingos, marine iguanas, and seabirds complete the experience as the yacht sails onward through the islands.
Included:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 11: GALAPAGOS → QUITO
Your final morning in the Galápagos begins with a visit to Isla Lobos, where sea lions play along the shoreline and blue-footed boobies nest among volcanic rocks beside the sea. After the excursion, transfer to the airport for your flight back to mainland Ecuador. Upon arrival in Quito, continue to your nearby airport hotel for a final evening at leisure before your onward journey.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Galapagos Airport
- Domestic flight from Galápagos to Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
DAY 12: QUITO → COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK
Depart Quito in the morning and travel along the legendary Avenue of the Volcanoes, where the Andes open into vast highland plains framed by distant snow-capped peaks. Arrive at Cotopaxi National Park and take in the powerful presence of one of the world’s highest active volcanoes. Continue with a gentle walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon, where still waters reflect the surrounding mountains and high-Andean wildlife moves across the open landscape. The experience is completed with a traditional lunch at a nearby hacienda, surrounded by the quiet beauty of the countryside.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer from Quito to Cotopaxi
- Cotopaxi National Park excursion (with hacienda experience & traditional lunch)
- Night at Hacienda El Porvenir
DAY 13: COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK → BAÑOS
After breakfast at the hacienda, continue your journey south towards Baños de Agua Santa, following the spectacular Waterfall Route as the landscape shifts from high Andean plains into lush, green canyon terrain. Along the way, pause at viewpoints overlooking cascading rivers and mist-filled valleys before reaching the dramatic Pailón del Diablo waterfall, where powerful waters plunge through dense cloud forest in a striking natural display. By late afternoon, arrive in Baños and settle into your surroundings, where mountains rise steeply around the town and the air carries a softer, subtropical warmth.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer from Cotopaxi to Baños
- Waterfall Route & Pailón del Diablo excursion
- Baños waterfalls & panoramic viewpoints excursion
- Night at Luna Volcán Hotel 4*
DAY 14: BAÑOS → QUITO
Begin the morning exploring Baños’ surrounding viewpoints, where the landscape opens across deep valleys and volcanic peaks. Visit Las Manos de Dios, a striking viewpoint overlooking the lush Andean scenery, before continuing to Casa del Árbol, known for its iconic swing suspended above the valley with views towards Tungurahua Volcano. Later, begin the return journey to Quito, travelling back through the changing landscapes of the highlands as mountains gradually give way to the capital’s urban setting.
Included:
- Breakfast and lunch
- Private transfer from Baños to Quito
- Night at Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
DAY 15: DEPARTURE FROM QUITO
Your journey through Ecuador comes to a close today. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), set against the dramatic backdrop of the Andes. As you depart, the experiences of the Amazon, the highlands, and the Galápagos linger as a final impression of a diverse and unforgettable country.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
16-night tour (for Monday arrivals)
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN QUITO
Your Ecuadorian journey begins in Quito, a city suspended high in the Andes, where colonial heritage and modern life intertwine beneath volcanic skies. Upon arrival at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), a private transfer will take you from the airport into the capital, passing steep green hillsides and the ever-changing light of the mountains. Once at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to unwind and settle into the atmosphere of this remarkable high-altitude city.
Included:
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 2: QUITO
Spend the day discovering Quito’s atmospheric Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture, hidden courtyards, and historic churches. Alongside your private guide, visit San Francisco Church and admire the golden interiors of La Compañía before climbing to the cupolas overlooking the city below. The experience concludes with a tasting of fine Ecuadorian chocolate, offering a delicious insight into one of the country’s greatest treasures.
Included:
- Breakfast
- City tour in Quito (including Ecuadorian cacao chocolate tasting)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 3: QUITO → EL COLA
Today, journey deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon, trading Quito’s mountain scenery for the lush landscapes of the rainforest. After a short flight to El Coca, travel upriver by canoe along the Rio Napo, passing small jungle villages and thick tropical forest alive with wildlife. Arrive at Minga Lodge and settle into your serene surroundings before discovering the first flavours and traditions of this extraordinary region. The evening is spent immersed in the calm rhythm of the Amazon.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → El Coca
- Shared transfer from El Coca to Minga Lodge, including motorised canoe journey
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 4: EL COLA
The Amazon reveals its many rhythms today, beginning with a peaceful sunrise canoe ride along quiet jungle waterways rich with birdlife and hidden wildlife. Continue with a guided rainforest walk, where towering trees, medicinal plants, and dense vegetation immerse you fully in this extraordinary ecosystem. Later, discover the flavours of the region at the Minga Superfoods Centre through tastings of tropical fruits, cacao, and local honey. In the evening, a guided night walk offers a completely different perspective of the rainforest beneath the darkness of the canopy.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 5: EL COLA
Spend the day immersed in the traditions and flavours of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Begin with a guided coffee tasting featuring locally cultivated Robusta beans, followed by a visit with skilled artisans who preserve ancestral crafting techniques using seeds, fibres, and natural materials from the forest. Later, share time with a local family and gain a deeper understanding of life in the Amazon before learning to prepare traditional dishes during an authentic cooking experience. As evening settles over the jungle, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the lodge.
Included:
- Full board
- Amazon experience (including birdwatching, cooking class & more)
- Night at Minga Lodge
DAY 6: EL COLA → QUITO
This morning, bid farewell to the Amazon as you travel back down the Rio Napo, surrounded by the ever-changing scenery of the rainforest. Returning to El Coca, board your flight to Quito and watch the landscapes shift from dense jungle to the dramatic peaks of the Andes. Once back in the capital, a private transfer will take you to your hotel, where the evening is yours to relax at leisure.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Shared transfer from Minga Lodge to El Coca, including motorised canoe journey
- Flight El Coca → Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
DAY 7: QUITO → GALAPAGOS
Today, journey to the Galápagos Islands, where volcanic landscapes and exceptional wildlife await. After arriving in Baltra, step aboard the Yacht Monserrat and settle into life at sea before heading to the pristine shores of Bachas Beach. Here, soft white sands meet crystal-clear waters frequented by sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and nesting sea turtles. Later, enjoy your first snorkelling experience in the archipelago’s remarkably rich marine world.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Flight Quito → Galápagos
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 8: GALAPAGOS
Today reveals the untamed beauty of western Isabela Island, where volcanic scenery and exceptional wildlife encounters define the experience. Begin at Tagus Cove, a historic anchorage surrounded by steep cliffs and calm waters filled with seabirds and marine life. By the afternoon, arrive at Urbina Bay, where giant tortoises roam across lava terrain, and Galápagos penguins dart through the shoreline waters. Throughout the day, snorkelling excursions offer a closer look at the archipelago’s extraordinary underwater world.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 9: GALAPAGOS
Today is dedicated to the wild, remote western Galápagos, where volcanic islands meet some of the richest marine environments in the archipelago. Explore Espinoza Point on Fernandina, a landscape untouched by introduced species and alive with nesting seabirds and marine iguanas basking on lava rock. Later, continue to Vicente Roca Point, renowned for its deep-water snorkelling and encounters with turtles, penguins, and rays in crystal-clear waters. Between land and sea, the day reveals the extraordinary diversity of this protected paradise.
Included:
- Full board
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 10: GALAPAGOS
Santiago Island reveals a softer, greener side of the Galápagos today, balanced between volcanic rock and life-rich coastal ecosystems. At Puerto Egas, walk along black sand beaches and explore tidal pools where marine iguanas and seabirds gather in abundance. Later, continue to Playa Espumilla, a tranquil setting of mangroves and nesting wildlife, before reaching Buccaneer Cove, where towering cliffs and calm waters echo the island’s pirate past. Snorkelling and shoreline exploration complete a day rich in contrast and detail.
Included:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Excursions in Galápagos with shared guide
- Night aboard Yacht Monserrat
DAY 11: GALAPAGOS → QUITO
Begin the final morning of your Galápagos journey with a visit to North Seymour Island, where trails wind through colonies of frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies performing their striking courtship displays. Continue to Baltra Airport, bidding farewell to the archipelago as you fly back to mainland Ecuador. Upon arrival in Quito, transfer to your hotel near the airport for a restful final evening, reflecting on the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife experienced over the past days.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Galapagos Airport
- Domestic flight from Galápagos to Quito
- Private transfer from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
- Night at Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
DAY 12: QUITO → COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK
Depart Quito in the morning and travel along the legendary Avenue of the Volcanoes, where the Andes open into vast highland plains framed by distant snow-capped peaks. Arrive at Cotopaxi National Park and take in the powerful presence of one of the world’s highest active volcanoes. Continue with a gentle walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon, where still waters reflect the surrounding mountains and high-Andean wildlife moves across the open landscape. The experience is completed with a traditional lunch at a nearby hacienda, surrounded by the quiet beauty of the countryside.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer from Quito to Cotopaxi
- Cotopaxi National Park excursion (with hacienda experience & traditional lunch)
- Night at Hacienda El Porvenir
DAY 13: COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK → BAÑOS
After breakfast at the hacienda, continue your journey south towards Baños de Agua Santa, following the spectacular Waterfall Route as the landscape shifts from high Andean plains into lush, green canyon terrain. Along the way, pause at viewpoints overlooking cascading rivers and mist-filled valleys before reaching the dramatic Pailón del Diablo waterfall, where powerful waters plunge through dense cloud forest in a striking natural display. By late afternoon, arrive in Baños and settle into your surroundings, where mountains rise steeply around the town and the air carries a softer, subtropical warmth.
Included:
- Full board
- Private transfer from Cotopaxi to Baños
- Waterfall Route & Pailón del Diablo excursion
- Baños waterfalls & panoramic viewpoints excursion
- Night at Luna Volcán Hotel 4*
DAY 14: BAÑOS → CUENCA
Depart Baños in the morning and journey deeper into the Ecuadorian Andes, where dramatic mountain landscapes unfold across valleys, rivers, and traditional highland villages. The route leads through ever-changing scenery, from lush slopes to vast open plains, offering a constant sense of movement through Ecuador’s natural contrasts. One of the highlights of the day is a visit to Ingapirca, the country’s most important Inca archaeological site, where ancient stone structures sit quietly within the mountains, surrounded by striking views and layered history. The journey continues to the Zig Zag viewpoint before arriving in Cuenca by evening, where colonial charm and calm streets welcome your arrival.
Included:
- Full board
- Route from Baños to Cuenca excursion (with stop at Ingapirca, Zig Zag viewpoint and local lunch)
- Night at Parc Royale Suites
DAY 15: CUENCA
Today is dedicated to discovering Cuenca, one of Ecuador’s most elegant colonial cities, where cobbled streets, river views, and historic architecture create a refined and atmospheric setting. Begin in the historic centre, exploring Calderón Park, the Flower Market, and the Cathedral with its distinctive blue domes, before continuing through the surrounding plazas and streets that reveal the city’s rich cultural identity. The experience deepens with visits to local artisan workshops, where traditional craftsmanship is preserved through ceramics, weaving, and the famous toquilla straw hats, offering a direct connection to Cuenca’s living heritage. The day concludes with a curated culinary experience that reflects the region’s Andean flavours.
Included:
- Breakfast and lunch
- Cuenca city tour with artisan workshop visits (Encalada & Sons Pottery)
- Night at Parc Royale Suites
DAY 16: CUENCA → QUITO
After breakfast, depart Cuenca and travel through the dramatic Andean highlands towards Cajas National Park, a breathtaking landscape of glacial lagoons, rugged peaks, and tundra vegetation. Take time to absorb the silence and scale of this high-altitude environment, where mist drifts across mirrored waters, and the scenery feels almost untouched by time. Continue your journey towards Quito, where you will arrive in the evening and settle into your airport hotel for a final restful night in Ecuador.
Included:
- Breakfast and lunch
- Private transfer from Cuenca to Quito
- Cajas National Park excursion
- Night at Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
DAY 17: DEPARTURE FROM QUITO
Your journey through Ecuador comes to a close today. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), set against the dramatic backdrop of the Andes. As you depart, the experiences of the Amazon, the highlands, and the Galápagos linger as a final impression of a diverse and unforgettable country.
Included:
- Breakfast
- Private transfer to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Just for you:
Hand-picked just for you
At each of your stops, you will be staying in thoughtfully selected hotels and aboard a cruise.
Your accommodation (or similar):
- Quito: Hotel Dann Carlton Quito 5*
- El Coca: Minga Lodge
- Galápagos: Yacht Monserrat
- Quito (near airport): Holiday Inn Quito Airport 4*
- Cotopaxi (14 & 16 nights): Hacienda El Porvenir
- Baños (14 & 16 nights): Luna Volcán Hotel 4*
- Cuenca (16 nights): Parc Royale Suites
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
Throughout your journey, breakfast is included in Quito, with full board provided throughout the remainder of your stay.
Your journey to Ecuador —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Ecuador
Ecuador is a land of extraordinary contrasts in South America, where snow-capped Andean peaks, lush Amazon rainforest, and sunlit Pacific coastlines converge within a remarkably diverse landscape. Colonial cities, volcanic highlands, and vibrant indigenous markets shape a country rich in culture, colour, and tradition. The air shifts from crisp mountain freshness to tropical warmth, offering a journey defined by nature, heritage, and striking geographical variety.
Must-sees
- Quito Old Town: Wander one of Latin America’s best-preserved colonial centres, filled with ornate churches and lively plazas.
- Cotopaxi National Park: Admire one of the world’s highest active volcanoes surrounded by vast Andean plains.
- Galápagos Islands: Discover unique wildlife and pristine ecosystems found nowhere else on Earth.
- Baños de Agua Santa: Explore waterfalls, hot springs, and adventure trails in a lush valley setting.
- Otavalo Market: Experience one of South America’s most famous indigenous markets, rich in textiles and craft traditions.
Culinary culture
Ecuadorian cuisine reflects its diverse geography, from fresh ceviche on the coast to hearty Andean soups, roasted meats, and tropical fruits. Local markets and traditional restaurants offer authentic flavours rooted in heritage and seasonal ingredients.
Dive deeper
Hike volcanic trails, cruise through Amazonian rivers, or explore colonial towns nestled in the Andes. Each region reveals a distinct rhythm, from high-altitude serenity to rainforest immersion.
Good to know
The currency is the US dollar (USD). Ecuador is best explored through regional flights and guided overland journeys due to its varied terrain. The climate changes significantly by region, offering year-round travel opportunities depending on altitude and location.