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Exploring Ecuador’s Central Highlands: Cotopaxi National Park |
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A smoldering ice-capped volcano and the stark beauty of the ‘paramo’-Ecuador will mesmerize you!
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A canvas of ice-capped volcanoes, Andean grasslands, tiny indigenous villages and llamas will hold you entranced as you set off along the ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’ to the Cotopaxi National Park. The Cotopaxi National Park is an ecological sanctuary of 88,920 acres surrounding Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in the world. Filled with the typical treeless vegetation of the Andean moorlands or ‘p
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Eco Tours in Ecuador: Central Highlands and the Antisana Ecologial Reserve
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 Central Highlands & The Antisana Ecologial Reserve
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...largest volcano. The 296,400-acre privately owned Antisana Ecological Reserve is a refuge for birds such as the endangered condor and black-faced ibis, carunculated cara-cara, Andean...
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Nature Tour in Ecuador: Central Highlands and Banos
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 Central Highlands & Baños (o.v. Hacienda Leito)
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On this excursion travel from Quito south to the picturesque village of Ba
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Hiking and Trekking Tours in Ecuador: Trekking in Cotopaxi National Park
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 Cotopaxi National Park Full day Trekking
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The Cotopaxi National Park is an ecological sanctuary of 88,920 acres surrounding Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in the world. Filled with the typical treeless vegetation of the Andean moorlands or ‘p
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Health and Relaxation Tours from Quito: Papallacta Thermal Springs Resort
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 Papallacta Termal Springs 2 days/ 1 night
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...have also proven to be anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and anti-rheumatic. Close to the resort is the protected Canyon Ranch, located at the entrance of the Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve. Fishing is a popular activity in this area.
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Country Tours from Quito: La Mirage Spa with Otavalo Market
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 Spa La Mirage at the Otavalo Indian Region
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...and sense of complete relaxation. La Mirage is only a short drive from Otavalo, famous for its large, colourful and bustling Saturday Indian Market, the biggest in South America....
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Wildlife Tours in Ecuador: Birdwatching in the Mindo Cloudforest
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 Birdwatching in Mindo Cloud Forest
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...spread across 15,000 acres of rainforest of incredible beauty and tranquillity. See more than 325 species of birds including the golden-headed quetzal, crimson-rumped toucanets, violet-tailed...
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Ecuador Highlands Tour: Otavalo Indian Region and Meadows of El Angel
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 Otavalo Indian Region and Meadows of El Angel
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On this tour to Ecuador’s Northern Highlands, combine exotic flora with a vibrant local culture, and you have a recipe for the perfect Ecuadorian holiday! Created in 1992, the...
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Otavalo Indian Market and El Angel Meadows - 3 Days/2 Nights
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 Otavalo Indian Region and Meadows of El Angel
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A carpeted landscape of white ‘frailejones’ (giant daisies), green valleys and a smattering of local culture will take you to the heartland of Ecuador on this tour....
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Spas and Country Tours from Quito: La Mirage Spa with Otavalo Market
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 Spa La Mirage at the Otavalo Indian Region
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...Indian market dates back to the pre-Inca times and is known for its textiles woven on back-strap and shuttle looms. It is great for those wishing to collect some true-blue Andean...
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Trekking Tours in Ecuador: Trekking in the Otavalo Indian Region
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 The Otavalo Indian Region Trekking Program
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...crater lakes like the Cuicocha Lake inside the crater of the towering Cotacachi Volcano. Surrounded by lush green hills, the blue waters of this lake will bewitch you with its beauty....
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Nature and Cultural Tour of the Northern Highlands
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 Explore The Northern Highlands Culture and Nature
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...mountains and terraced farmlands, wonderful ecological reserves and the famous Otavalo Indian market. Created in 1992, the El Angel Reserve is spread across some of the most pristine...
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Heritage Tours in Ecuador: Hacienda San Augustin de Callo
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 Hacienda San Agustìn de Callo Inca Palace
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Ancient legend will weave its magic around you as you explore the Cotopaxi province, a canvas of ice-capped volcanoes, Andean grasslands, tiny indigenous villages and llamas. The beautiful, colonial Hacienda of San Agust
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Cultural Tour of Ecuador’s Northern Highlands : Otavalo, Cotacahi
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Set out on an excursion to the north of Quito to the province of Imbabura, a magical land of lakes, snow-covered mountains and terraced farmlands, and the famous Otavalo Indian...
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Luxurious Cruises in Galapagos Islands on the Galapagos Legend (6D/5N)
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 Galapagos Legend - 6 days / 5 nights program
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...the South American continent, the Galapagos Islands are made up of 19 islands, of which only five are inhabited. These islands have been called a unique ‘living museum...
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Exploring the Galapagos Islands from Finch Bay Eco Hotel (8 Days/7 Nights)
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Experience the amazing natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands on this land-based excursion at one of the finest eco hotels in the archipelago, the Finch Bay Eco Hotel. Enjoy...
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Exploring the Galapagos Islands from Finch Bay Eco Hotel (4 Days/3 Nights)
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...Sites in Danger. North Seymour Island is home to Palo Santo trees, colonies of blue-footed boobies, swallow-tailed gulls and magnificent frigate birds. On the other side of the island, sea lions...
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Galapagos Programs with Aida Maria - 6 Days/5 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Aida Maria - 6 days/ 5 nts
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...Floreana Island where you will be captivated by green sand beaches set in dramatic contrast to pink flamingoes. No island holiday will be complete without a visit to the Charles...
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Galapagos Islands Diving Tour - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Diving at the Galapagos Islds (10 days/9 nights)
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...you will be awed by underwater craters and the unusual landscape of the islands. Head out to the basalt island of Isla Lobos or the ‘Sea Lion Island’ and delight in the...
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Galapagos Programs with Sullidae - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Programs with M/V Sullidae - 7 days/6 nts
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...Visit Devil’s Crown, a sub-marine crater and you will encounter a spectacular snorkeling expedition with playful sea lions. Drift on to Espanola Island and watch sea lion...
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Galapagos Programs with The Beagle - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/S The Beagle - 10 dys / 9 nts
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...Fe will give you a flavor of the islands unique flora. Further delight waits at South Plaza Island and Punta Suarez where a colony of sea lions will greet you. Not to be left behind,...
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Galapagos Programs with Isabela - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/V Isabela - 10 days/ 9 nts
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...island. The next day, explore the unusual volcanic landscape of Isabela Island and you will be surprised by penguins and whales this side of the equator. Bid farewell to the islands...
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Galapagos Programs with Eden - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Eden - 10 days/ 9 nts
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...sea turtle nesting area, followed by a refreshing dip in the Pacific. Spend the evening sipping cocktails under a starry sky and luxuriating in the comforts of the cruise ship. The...
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Galapagos Programs with Sagitta - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with S/S Sagitta - 10 dys/9 nts
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...island adventure will begin as you arrive at Galapagos Islands and board the Sagitta cruise ship. Set out for North Seymour and you will be welcomed by sea lions, marine iguanas...
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Galapagos Programs with Rumba - 6 Days/5 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Rumba - 6 days/5 nts
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...Spend the next day in the company of sea lions as you set sail for Plaza Island and Santa Fe. Lazy sea lions lounging under the sun will greet you as you begin an exploration of...
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Adventure Tours in the Amazon Rainforest (Sacha Lodge 4D/3N)
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 The Amazon & Rainforest wt Sacha Lodge (4 dy/3 nts
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...howler monkeys huddled together in a treetop. With a sigh of relief you continue onward, deeper into the unknown… This is one of the many sensations you may experience at Sacha...
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Night Tour of Quito
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 Quito by Night
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...History will come alive as you embark on a night tour of one of South America’s best preserved colonial cities, the first city designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site....
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Rainforest Experience (La Casa del Suizo Lodge)
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 The Amazon Rainforest 4 days/3 nights
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Offering an unparalleled rainforest adventure, this is a tour you will not want to miss. A sea of green stretching into the horizon will immediately hold you riveted as you arrive...
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Otavalo Cultural Tour - 2 Days/1 Night
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 Otavalo Indian Region (o.v. Casa de Hacienda) (3)
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...things as you bargain for rugs, sweaters or colored ponchos made by fine craftsmanship that has made Otavalo a cultural gem of Ecuador. As the tour winds to an end, you will leave the market environs with an extra suitcase in tow!
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Cotopaxi National Park by Chiva Express
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...Park is an ecological sanctuary and a huge attraction for nature lovers because of the treeless vegetation of the Andean moorlands or paramo. Bird species includes the Andean gull,...
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Excursion to Ecuador’s Famous Volcanoes
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...Indians. Get a vivid picture of local life as you view paintings on sheepskin with vibrant colours and intimate details of people growing corn or herding llamas with a snow-dipped...
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Galapagos Programs with Eden - 6 Days/5 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Eden - 6 days/ 5 nts
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...Island where you will be captivated by green sand beaches set in dramatic contrast to pink flamingoes. No island holiday will be complete without a visit to the Charles Darwin Research Centre...
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Galapagos Programs with Eden - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Eden - 7 days/6 nts
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...colonial cities. Your island adventure begins as you arrive at Galapagos Islands and board the ‘Eden’. Cruise to Las Bachas beach and get a taste of the islands’...
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Amazon Rainforest Experience (Sacha Lodge 5D/4N)
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 The Amazon & Rainforest wt Sacha Lodge (5 dy/4nts)
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Imagine yourself drifting down a narrow, winding creek surrounded on all sides by a lush, endless sea of tropical greenery, and all that separates you from the deep black Amazon waters...
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Amazon Rainforest Excursion - 4 Days/3 Nights
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 The Amazon Rainforest 4-day-tr overland frm Quito
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...and rich traditions of these friendly locals will fascinate you as they demonstrate cleansing rituals and the art of preparing ‘chicha’, a traditional beverage which...
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Galapagos Programs with Rumba - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Rumba- 10 days/9 nts
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...past a pelican nesting area with sea birds whirling above your head. A special treat awaits you at Santiago Island where fur sea lions rest near the cool waters of a grotto. Trek...
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Galapagos Programs with Rumba - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Rumba - 7 days/ 6 nts
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...a dash of marine wildlife as you snorkel or swim off the shores of Gardner Bay. You can also soak up some sun as you sunbathe aboard the Rumba with lion fish and Galapagos hawks...
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Galapagos Programs with Aida Maria - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Aida Maria - 10 days / 9 nts
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...wildlife at a sea turtle nesting area followed by a refreshing dip in the Pacific. The next day, explore the towering cacti trees of Santa Fe and Plaza Island and snorkel with a...
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Galapagos Programs with Sullidae - 6 Days/5 Nights
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 Programs with M/V Sullidae - 6 days/5 nts
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...the air! Continue to Santa Fe for a trek through towering cacti forests past rainbow streaked lava lizards and follow it up with a snorkeling adventure with sea lions. More sea lions...
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Galapagos Programs with Hotel Silberstein - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Programs with Hotel Silberstein - 7 days / 6 nts
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...off with a visit to the Twin Craters for a fun and informative adventure exploring this geological creation. Offering a range of experiences, this is one holiday you will not want to miss.
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Galapagos Programs with Samba - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Samba - 10 dys / 9 nts
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This vacation, get up close and personal with wildlife on the unusual volcanic islands of Galapagos. Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day savoring the...
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Galapagos Programs with Mary Anne - 10 Days/9 Nights
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 Programs with S/S Mary Anne - 10 dys / 9 nts
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...at North Seymour. Dip your feet in the waters of the Pacific as a wet landing takes you to the Sombrero Chino, shaped unusually like a Chinese Hat! The crowning glory for bird...
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Galapagos Programs with Aida Maria - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Programs with M/Y Aida Maria - 7 days/ 6 nts
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...Your island adventure begins as you arrive at Galapagos Islands and board the Aida Maria. Cruise to Santa Cruz Island and Las Bachas beach and get a taste of the islands’...
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Exploring the Galapagos Islands on board Galapagos Explorer (7D/6N)
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 Programs wt M/V Galapagos Explorer - 7dys/6nts
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...the Pacific Ocean, at the confluence of three ocean currents and some 1,000 kilometres from the South American continent, the Galapagos Islands are made up of 19 islands, of which...
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Luxurious Cruises in Galapagos Islands on the Galapagos Legend (7D/6N)
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 Galapagos Legend - 7 days / 6 nights program
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...Enjoy your island adventure onboard the expedition ship, the Galapgos Legend . It is the fastest ship in the archipelago, and provides one of the most luxurious, if not surreal,...
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Cruises in the Galapagos Islands on My Coral (7D/6N)
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 Galapagos Islands wt My Coral - 7 dys/6 nts
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A trip to the Galapagos Islands promises to be the journey of a lifetime. Situated in the Pacific Ocean, at the confluence of three ocean currents and some 1,000 kilometres from...
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Galapagos Islands - 7 Days/6 Nights
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 Deep Blue in the Galapagos Islds (7days/6nts)
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...from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day strolling around the ‘old town’, savoring the old world charm of one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
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Adventure Tour in the Galapagos Islands
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 Galapagos Eco Sport (Base Santa Cruz) (8 dys/7nts)
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Swim with penguins, trek through lava tunnels, snorkel with tropical fish, explore islands on a bicycle or delight in the antics of numerous sea-birds. On this holiday, an array of...
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Sightseeing in the Galapagos Islands onboard the Galapagos Explorer
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 Programs wt M/V Galapagos Explorer - 6 dy/5 nts
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...natural history of these volcanic islands. When you’re not exploring, you and your children can enjoy the ship’s pool, solarium and reading room without experiencing the...
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Chiva Express Tours: Quito – Riobamba – Guayaquil (2 Days/1 Night)
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...train. The highlight of this wonderful carriage is its roof which has comfortable seating, allowing an obstruction-free viewing of the spectacular scenery of Ecuador. Begin your...
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Adventure Cruise in the Galapagos Islands
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 Galapagos Islands wt My Coral - 6 dys/5 nts
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...handsomely decorated with wooden fixtures. Walk amongst giant tortoises or trek through lava tunnels at Santa Cruz island. See the magnificent blowhole, shooting water 75 feet in the...
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Relaxation and Rejuvenation Tours: Papallacta Thermal Springs Resort and Spa
The Papallacta Thermal Springs Resort and Spa (Termas de Papallacta) is nestled high in the Andean Cordillera amid a breathtaking setting, and on the route to the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle. The...
Exploring the Central Highlands: Tour to Cotopaxi National Park
The central highlands of Ecuador contain beautiful lagoons, rural villages, authentic indigenous markets, and the famous “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” Admire small picturesque villages and...
Adventure Tours in Ecuador: Trekking in the Antisana Ecological Reserve
Wedged between snowy summits and lush forests, the stark beauty of the Andean ‘paramo’ grasslands will hold you transfixed on this trekking tour in the Antisana Ecological Reserve. The...
...fourth largest volcano. The 296,400-acre privately owned Antisana Ecological Reserve...
On this excursion travel from Quito south to the picturesque village of Ba
...the highest active volcano in the world. Filled with the typical treeless vegetation of the Andean moorlands or ‘p
...healing thermal waters and pure nature surrounding Termas de Papallacta made it...
...offers a range of 17 treatments like reflexology, aromatherapy and a herbal bath...
...bird-watcher’s paradise. Located about 80 kilometres northwest of Quito, the...
...vibrant local culture, and you have a recipe for the perfect Ecuadorian holiday!...
...and a smattering of local culture will take you to the heartland of Ecuador on...
...aromatherapy and a herbal bath wrap. La Mirage Garden Hotel and Spa features. Enjoy...
...by mysterious crater lakes like the Cuicocha Lake inside the crater of the towering...
...snow-covered mountains and terraced farmlands, wonderful ecological reserves and...
...land of lakes, snow-covered mountains and terraced farmlands, and the famous Otavalo...
...where a 350 foot summit will afford a breathtaking 360 degree view of the islands...
...excursion at one of the finest eco hotels in the archipelago, the Finch Bay...
...most unique flora and fauna seen anywhere in the world, the Galapagos Islands have...
...cacti trees of Santa Fe and Plaza Island and snorkel with a noisy colony of...
...cities. Add some equatorial magic as you visit the Equatorial Monument and straddle...
...wildlife as you meet ‘Lonesome George’, one of the many giant tortoises...
...at Galapagos Islands. Set off for Black Turtle Cove where you will glimpse sea turtles,...
...in the air! Continue on to Floreana Island where you will be captivated by the green...
...Galapagos Islands and board the ‘Eden’. Cruise to Las Bachas beach...
...the old world charm of one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
...and get a taste of the islands’ wildlife at a sea turtle nesting area, followed...
...canoe carved out of a single tree trunk. As you manoeuvre around a bend something...
...History will come alive as you embark on a night tour of one of South America’s...
...to miss. A sea of green stretching into the horizon will immediately hold you...
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