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Heritage Tours from Quito: Ecuador’s Colonial Haciendas |
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Experience Ecuador’s rich cultural legacy at its charming haciendas in Otavalo and Cotopaxi
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The Andes Region offers exciting and unforgettable colonial Haciendas which used to be private estates and now are open for those who wish to experience Ecuador's country lifestyle and history. Most of these Haciendas offer a plethora of diverse attractions such as horseback riding, biking tours and visits to the local markets, country villages and plantations nearby. Constructed in 1790, the Hacienda Pinsaqu
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Eco Tours in Ecuador: Valley of Mindo Tour
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 Mindo a Natural Paradise
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...flit around you. This small town is one of the main ecological tourist attractions in the province and a favourite spot for nature lovers who want to experience Ecuador’s cloud forest.
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Journey to the Middle of the World: The Equator Monument
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 Equator Complex (Half Day) (1)
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...here is Ecuador's most visited tourist attraction. The monument is said to stand exactly on the Equator as marked by the French Geodesic Mission in 1736. The 40 metre-high pyramid-shaped...
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Historical Tours in Quito: Quito Archaeological Museum
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 Quito Archaeological Museum (3 hours)
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...in the Americas, traverse history from pre-Hispanic times to the colonial era. The museum houses over 1800 pieces, beautifully arranged in chronological corridors with explanatory...
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City Tour of Colonial Quito with Trip to the Equator
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 Quito Colonial, Equator Complex & Lunch
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Be treated to an unforgettable experience on this tour that showcases Quito’s rich colonial legacy and one of its primary attractions – the Equator that passes right...
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Fine Crafts Shopping Tour in Quito
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 Quito Fine Crafts Shopping (Half Day)
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Ecuador is a country of craftsmen, where often the craft or art is handed down through the generations. There are many choices from open-air handicraft markets to American style malls...
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Quito Parks and Gardens: Eco Tour to Botanical Gardens
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 Quito Botanical Garden (3 hours)
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...serve to create Ecuador’s version of the ‘Garden of Eden’. More than 1,200 orchid species and a number of hybrids are exhibited in "Crystal Palaces" inside...
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Northern Highlands And Otavalo Shopping Tour - Full Day
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 The Northern Highlands & Otavalo Market
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As the sun rises over the Northern Highlands, set off from Quito across landscape dotted with the towering Andes, ice-capped volcanoes and the stark beauty of the Andean ‘paramo’...
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Exploring the Central Highlands: Tour to Cotopaxi National Park
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 The Central Highlands & The Cotopaxi National Par
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The central highlands of Ecuador contain beautiful lagoons, rural villages, authentic indigenous markets, and the famous “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” Admire small picturesque...
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Adventure Tours in Ecuador: Trekking in the Antisana Ecological Reserve
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 Antisana Ecological Reserve full day Trekking
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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...
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Relaxation and Rejuvenation Tours: Papallacta Thermal Springs Resort and Spa
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 Papallacta and Thermal Springs
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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...
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Eco Tours from Quito: Antisana Ecological Reserve
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 One Day Excursion to Antisana Ecological Reserve
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Wedged between snowy summits and lush forests, the stark beauty of the Andean ‘paramo’ grasslands will captivate you on this tour to the Antisana Ecological Reserve.Situated...
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Exploring Ecuador’s Northern Highlands: El Angel Ecological Reserve and Otavalo
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 El Angel Ecological Reserve & Otavalo
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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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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...
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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....
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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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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 Spa La Mirage, located in the...
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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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The small, tranquil village of Mindo is world-renowned as one of the most bird-diverse corners of the planet. Set in a quiet, lovely valley dotted with rare and beautiful flowers...
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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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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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This trekking excursion is a wonderful introduction to the great paramo (Andean moorlands), lagoons and volcanoes of the Northern Highlands in Ecuador. Be enthralled by mysterious...
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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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Explore Ecuador’s Northern Highlands on this tour that combines exotic natural beauty and a vibrant local culture. The province of Imbabura is a magical land of lakes, snow-covered...
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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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...and showcase of evolution’ and are on UNESCO’s List of World Heritage Sites in Danger. Enjoy your island adventure onboard the expedition ship, the Galapgos Legend...
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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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A charming eco resort, some of the most amazing flora and fauna and spectacular scenery – this land-based tour to the Galapagos Islands is the perfect alternative to a cruise....
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
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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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Plunge into a celebration of life as you swim with tropical fish, wander amongst lazy sea lions and dive into the mysterious depths of the ocean.Beginning from the colonial capital...
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
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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...
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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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A gamut of activities will leave you spoilt for choice as you spend 10 days surrounded by a wildlife extravaganza in the Galapagos Islands. Beginning from the colonial capital of...
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
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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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Home to sea lions, giant tortoises, penguins and numerous birds, this Galapagos Island holiday you can trek across volcanic terrain, snorkel, swim or relax on board your cruise...
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved colonial cities....
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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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...on all sides by a lush, endless sea of tropical greenery, and all that separates you from the deep black Amazon waters is a dugout canoe carved out of a single tree trunk. As you...
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Night Tour of Quito
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 Quito by Night
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Bustling and busy by day time, it is at night that Quito takes on an ethereal quality of a bygone era when illumination adds a special drama and mystery to its baroque architecture....
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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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Set out across an artist’s canvas of lush valleys and towering mountains to the hub of Ecuador’s finest markets, the Northern Highlands. The product of centuries of tradition,...
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Cotopaxi National Park by Chiva Express
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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,...
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Excursion to Ecuador’s Famous Volcanoes
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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 across Ecuador’s Central Highlands to see...
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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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...to 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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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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...along the river for a ride of a lifetime. Add a dash of culture as you visit the Quichua village of Ahuano and you can watch as traditional Quichua ceramics are painted and hardened....
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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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...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 for company. Continue...
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved...
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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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This holiday, trek, swim or snorkel in the Galapagos Islands.Beginning from the colonial capital of Quito, spend the day exploring one of South America’s best-preserved colonial...
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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...
...spread over 15,000 acres of rainforest of incredible beauty and tranquillity....
...which allows you to view Ecuador from the top of the train. This exciting train...
Steeped in history, Ecuador’s capital Quito is one of South America’s...
...Equator Line Monument here is Ecuador's most visited tourist attraction. The monument...
...artefact collections in the Americas, traverse history from pre-Hispanic times to...
...rich colonial legacy and one of its primary attractions – the Equator that...
...the generations. There are many choices from open-air handicraft markets to American...
...vegetation. Plants from the moorlands of the ‘paramo’ of the high Andes...
...dotted with the towering Andes, ice-capped volcanoes and the stark beauty of the...
...indigenous markets, and the famous “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” Admire...
...high in the Andean Cordillera amid a breathtaking setting, and on the route to the...
...it offers a great biological diversity and multicultural and exotic people. High...
...and llamas will hold you entranced as you set off along the ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’...
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
...the Andean Cordillera amid a breathtaking setting, and on the route to the Ecuadorian...
...your body and leave you with an ultimate sense of well being at the Spa La Mirage,...
...corners of the planet. Set in a quiet, lovely valley dotted with rare and beautiful...
...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...
...body and leave you with an ultimate sense of well being at the La Mirage Garden Hotel...
...moorlands), lagoons and volcanoes of the Northern Highlands in Ecuador. Be enthralled...
...and a vibrant local culture. The province of Imbabura is a magical land of lakes,...
...land of lakes, snow-covered mountains and terraced farmlands, and the famous Otavalo...
...of which only five are inhabited. These islands have been called a unique ‘living...
...as you explore the island. A snorkeling adventure with manta rays, sea turtles,...
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