Ecuador and the best of Peru

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Tour description

An incredible trip to the most interesting places of two colorful countries. Observe the unusual mixture of cultures, stunning nature, rafting, cycling, zip lines and all the main iconic sites of the Inca civilisation.

Explore one of the wonders of the world - the secret Inca city of Machu Picchu.
Enjoy the famous swing over the precipice.
Relax in the thermal pools near the active volcano.
Ride canoe in the wildest jungles of the planet in Amazonia and go rafting on the Napo River.
Explore the bustling areas of two capitals - Quito and Lima and visit locals for a culinary workshop.
Visit the biggest bazaar on the continent and try all the exotic fruits.

Tour departures

The price of the tour includes

Accommodation in hotels, guesthouses, bungalows throughout the trip; Domestic flight; Flight Quito - Lima; All transportation, including buses, trains, rented and public transport, motor boats; Entrance tickets to places of interest mentioned in the itinerary; Bike rental; Rafting; Three meals a day while traveling in the Amazon rainforest; Professional guiding services during the entire trip.

What is NOT included

Flight to Quito and back home from Cusco; Insurance (mandatory); Food ($15-25 per day); Visas (if needed).

Tour map

Tour itinerary

Day 1

Quito, the capital of Ecuador, TeleferiQo cable car, Traditional restaurant

We arrive in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, and check into a hotel. This is the second highest capital in the world, which is located at an altitude of 2850 meters above sea level. The city is surrounded by picturesque mountains. This must be seen from above! We ride the TeleferiQo cable car to climb to the top of the active Pichincha volcano to an altitude of 3945 meters above sea level. The views are incredible! We see the entire city surrounded by mountains and jungle.

We get down to the city and go to a traditional restaurant for dinner. Ecuadorians love all kinds of grilled meats, fried green bananas, cassava roots, potatoes and corn. You can also try one unusual local delicacy qui - a grilled guinea pig.

Day 2

The equator mark, Town of Otavalo, Traditional market

In the morning we take a bus to the town of Otavalo (about 2 hours on the way). On the way we will stop at the center of the planet, literally! This is the place where equator crosses Ecuador - the exact place is marked with lines on the asphalt. Nearby is the Museum of the Peoples of Ecuador, where we can learn more about the dozens of nationalities that inhabit the country.

We reach Otavalo and get acquainted with one of the peoples of the country in reality. Locals speak their own language and wear unusual traditional clothes - white blouses with a cape, large beads and dark scarves on their heads. The main local attraction is the colorful bazaar, one of the largest on the continent. We will watch bright national clothes and other traditional handmade textiles. Jewelry lovers will be delighted with the abundance of silver earrings and rings. In the evening we return to Quito.

Day 3-4

A town of Banos, Swing over the abyss in Casa del Arbol, Paylon del Diablo waterfall, Zip lines, Thermal springs

In the morning we take a bus to Banos (3.5 hours on the way) - a town in the valley near the active volcano Tungurahua. We check into a hotel and go to the Casa del Arbol mountain. Here we will have a very unusual adventure - the famous swing over the precipice! Swing harder, like in childhood - and the ground disappears under your feet and a sharp precipice opens. Wild jungles of bright green color float far below, to be exact 2660 meters under your feet!

Next morning we take a zip line over the rivers and gorges. This is not a swing, this is a real flight! We take a breath, rent bikes and start our trip to the Paylon del Diablo waterfall. We will cycle about 2 hours down. The road goes along the river, passing picturesque cliffs and waterfalls. We reach the waterfall and take another zip-line directly to the waterfall. Take a rest, enjoy nature and the calming sound of water. We put bicycles on the special car and return to Banos by this car.

In the evening, relax in the natural sulfur thermal springs. A perfect end to a busy active day!

Tour leaders

Iryna Galiuk

tour guide

Is this trip for you?

This trip is of above physical grade. It includes walks in cities and nature, trips by comfortable buses (up to 6 hours), train, public and rented transport, boat cruises. We will also take one domestic flight and an international flight Quito - Lima. The trip involves changes in climatic conditions and altitudes. Accommodation in double/twin rooms of tourist class hotels and guesthouses. During our stay in the jungle we will live in simple bungalows with basic conditions without wi-fi.