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Exploring Ecuador’s Northern Highlands: El Angel Ecological Reserve and Otavalo |
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Exult in the rich local traditions, ‘paper tree’ forests and exotic flora of the Northern Highlands
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Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South America, but at the same time it offers a great biological diversity and multicultural and exotic people. High above the town of the same name is Ecuador’s premier ‘p
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Exploring Ecuador’s Central Highlands: Cotopaxi National Park
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 Central Highlands & The Cotopaxi National Park
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...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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...in the distance. Indigenous communities, grazing herds of sheep, llamas and the starkly beautiful Andean landscape are some of the highlights of this tour.
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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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The Papallacta Thermal Springs Resort (Termas de Papallacta) is nestled high in the Andean Cordillera amid a breathtaking setting, and on the route to the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle. The resort...
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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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...This colourful and typical 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...
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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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...sylph, broad-billed motmot, and the famous Andean Cock-of the Rock. This amazingly bio diverse region is home to 2000 species of plants, including at least 90 species of ferns...
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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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...as you wander around the market with Inca-influenced music filling the air. With exotic flora and vibrant markets, this tour will leave you utterly content at nature’s beauty and an armful of souvenirs to remember this Ecuadorian holiday.
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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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Experience bliss as you submit to a range of spa treatments designed to pamper your body and leave you with an ultimate sense of well being at the La Mirage Garden Hotel and Spa....
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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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...rescue of predatory birds such as hawks, eagles, vultures, owls and the elusive and majestic condors. Built on the ruins of an old Inca temple, the ‘Pukara Alto’ hill...
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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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...high-altitude country in Ecuador. World-famous for its frailejones (giant daisies) which are unique to the South American continent, it is also home to the Polylepis tree. Also known...
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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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...market. This market, known also as “La Plaza de Ponchos” or “Mercado Centenario”, is the biggest in South America, and it offers a staggering variety of...
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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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...island tours on a luxurious yacht and indulge in a variety of multi-sport options on this amazing group of islands. Teeming with some of the most unique flora and fauna seen...
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Exploring the Galapagos Islands from Finch Bay Eco Hotel (4 Days/3 Nights)
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...lions can be seen surfing the waves. Admire giant tortoises that are part of the breeding programme at the famous Charles Darwin Research Station. Packed with adventure, leisure, nature and wildlife, Galapagos Islands promise to be a mind-blowing experience
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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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...of sea lions. Drift on to Espanola Island and watch sea lion pups sun bathing with marine iguanas and blue footed boobies. Add a dash of marine wildlife as you snorkel or swim off...
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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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...Rock will leave you stunned at the region’s extraordinary landscape and give you a sense of nature’s fascinating creations. An adventure of a lifetime, you can unfurl the mysteries of the ocean and treasure memories of this magical underwater kingdom.
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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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...creations of the island.Add a splash of pink to the holiday as you cruise to Cerro Dragon, home to the leggy flamingo. Offering a range of experiences, this is one holiday you will not want to miss.
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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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Swim, snorkel, trek or just revel in the unusual terrain of the Galapagos Islands on this 10 day adventure. Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day savoring the...
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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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...boobies, albatrosses and herons. The highlight of the island though is a magnificent blowhole shooting water 75 feet in the air! Continue on to Floreana Island where you will be captivated...
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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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...and fur seals, visit the red sand shores of Egas Port and revel in the unusual lava terrain of Bartolome. Bird lovers will have a treat in store at Genovesa Island and Darwin Bay...
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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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...mangrove lagoon of Elizabeth Bay. Cruise to Urbina Bay and Fernandina Island and find some of Galapagos’ most unusual species as you watch marine iguanas mingling with sally...
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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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...of your island getaway at Puerto Ayora. A trek through the fertile volcanic soils of Santa Cruz will bring you to the end of your 6 day island exploration. Offering a range of experiences, this is one holiday you will not want to miss.
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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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...Lodge, located in the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon Basin. A haven for nature lovers, birdwatchers, scientists and adventure seekers, Sacha Lodge provides comfortable accommodations,...
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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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...style rejuvenation at the Papallacta hot springs and you will come to the end of your adventure with a treasure trove of memories to savour for days to come!
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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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...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, ducks,...
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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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...with playful sea lions. Drift on to Espanola Island and watch sea lion pups sun bathing with marine iguanas and blue footed boobies. Add a dash of marine wildlife as you snorkel...
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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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...Darwin Research Centre and you can also pick up some souvenirs at local shops. Added to this, Santa Cruz also offers the rare opportunity to walk amongst giant tortoises. For a glimpse...
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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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...immediately hold you riveted as you arrive at La Casa Del Suizo Lodge along the banks of the Rio Napo River. Set off in a dugout canoe carved out of a singletree trunk for Pangayacu...
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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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...and its unique flora. Later, trek through the towering cacti forests of Santa Fe, past rainbow streaked lava lizards and follow it up with a snorkeling adventure with sea lions....
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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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...ship. 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...
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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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...explore the islands. Cruise to Bartolome and explore the surreal black volcanic landscape with time frozen ripples and bubbles. Bid farewell to the islands at North Seymour where...
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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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...You can also stock up on souvenirs as you visit the local ships of Puerto Ayora. Top this off with a visit to the Twin Craters for a fun and informative adventure exploring the geological...
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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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...as you stroll around the island. Continue to Bartolome Island where a steep hike up the slopes of a volcano will lead you to breathtaking views of the islands lava landscape. Speedy...
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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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...footed boobies, albatrosses and herons. The highlight of the island though is a magnificent blowhole shooting water 75 feet in the air! Continue on to Floreana Island where you will...
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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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...Quito, spend the day savoring the old world charm of one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities. The next day, your island adventure will begin as you arrive at...
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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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...Darwin Research Centre and you can also pick up some souvenirs at local shops. Added to this, Santa Cruz also offers the rare opportunity to walk amongst giant tortoises. The next...
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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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...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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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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...the South American continent, the Galapagos Islands are made up of 19 islands, of which only five are inhabited. These islands and the surrounding marine reserve have been called...
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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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...Rock and Daphne islet will also fascinate you with its teeming marine life. Shoals of tropical fish, hammerheads, turtles, manta rays, fur sea lions, white tip sharks and garden eels...
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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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...activities will leave you spoilt for choice! Explore the capital of Quito, one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities. Visit the Equatorial Monument and straddle two...
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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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...cabins feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms and a small sitting area. Experienced naturalists lead shore expeditions to seek out wildlife and help you to learn about the fascinating...
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Chiva Express Tours: Quito – Riobamba – Guayaquil (2 Days/1 Night)
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Hop on to the Chiva Express for a fun-filled open air train ride in the Andes region in Ecuador. Adapted from an old-fashioned Latin American bus, the Chiva Express is a single coach...
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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...
Cotopaxi National Park by Chiva Express
No trip to Ecuador can be complete without a memorable open-air train ride on the Chiva Express, the ‘bus on rails’. Adapted from an old-fashioned Latin American bus, the Chiva Express is ...
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...
...to the magnificent weather, there are plenty of orchids and bromeliads. Exult in...
...the highest active volcano in the world. Filled with the typical treeless vegetation of the Andean moorlands or ‘p
...the Andean Cordillera amid a breathtaking setting, and on the route to the Ecuadorian...
...wrap. Luxuriant gardens with a profusion of flowers and stunning views of the...
...Mindo-Nambillo Reserve is spread across 15,000 acres of rainforest of incredible...
...vibrant local culture, and you have a recipe for the perfect Ecuadorian holiday!...
...a flower head similar to sunflowers and growing to a height of 3 meters, this is...
...body and leave you with an ultimate sense of well being at the La Mirage Garden Hotel...
...the famous Otavalo Indian market. Created in 1992, the El Angel Reserve is spread...
...Indian market. This market, known also as “La Plaza de Ponchos” or...
...Eco Hotel. Enjoy island tours on a luxurious yacht and indulge in a variety...
...have been called a unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’...
...Bachas beach and get a taste of the islands’ wildlife at a sea turtle nesting...
...for your attention as you prepare for the first plunge into the ocean depths. The...
...a dash of marine wildlife as you snorkel or swim off the shores of Gardner Bay....
...on this 10 day adventure. Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend...
...Set out for North Seymour and you will be welcomed by sea lions, marine iguanas...
...with playful sea lions. Drift on to Espanola Island and watch sea lion pups sun...
...the rare opportunity to walk amongst giant tortoises. Add a dash of marine wildlife...
...of Santa Fe, past rainbow streaked lava lizards and follow it up with a snorkeling...
...continues to hold a magical attraction for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.Situated...
...unidentified crashes off into the underbrush, and you catch a glimpse of two magnificent,...
...History will come alive as you embark on a night tour of one of South America’s...
...you as they demonstrate cleansing rituals and the art of preparing ‘chicha’,...
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