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Ultimate Private Ecuador Adventure – Amazon, Andes & Coasts

Return Flights from the UK, 16 Nights Accommodation, Domestic Flights & Transfers, Private Guides, Full Board Meals, All Entrances & Activities

Discover the diverse landscapes and rich cultures of Ecuador on this 16-night tailor-made tour. Journey from the towering volcanoes of the Andes to the lush Amazon rainforest, experience authentic encounters with indigenous communities, and unwind along the Pacific coast.

This fully private itinerary combines cultural immersion, nature adventures, and sustainable tourism initiatives, including wildlife and forest conservation projects. Travel comfortably with private guides, domestic flights, transfers, and full board meals, while participating in hands-on experiences such as traditional cooking, artisanal workshops, and reforestation activities. Ecuador’s vibrant heritage and breathtaking scenery await in this once-in-a-lifetime journey.

Overnight flight from the UK. Arrive in Quito in the late afternoon. Private transfer to the hotel. Short afternoon outing to explore the neighborhood and local traditions. Visit La Ronda Street for a traditional specialty and a small Andean music concert. Welcome drink and introduction to the Voyages De Rêve team.

Quito

Discover Quito, Ecuador’s high-altitude capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its stunning colonial architecture, vibrant plazas, and rich Andean culture. Visit iconic landmarks like La Compañía, Basílica del Voto Nacional, and Plaza Grande. Enjoy panoramic views from TelefériQo, day trips to Mitad del Mundo, and hikes around majestic volcanoes—all in a city with eternal spring weather.

Guided tour of Quito’s colonial center with white-walled houses and tiled roofs. Visits include La Compañía, San Francisco, La Catedral, El Panecillo, and Basílica del Voto Nacional. Meals at traditional Quito restaurants. Optional cooking class with an Ecuadorian family or “sensory” meal experience.

Visit the Mitad del Mundo monument at latitude 00°00'00''. Transfer to Otavalo, stopping at Cuicocha Lagoon and the artisan city of Cotacachi, known for leather goods. Arrival at a community for an afternoon snack by the fire. Optional visit with an indigenous family to learn about Andean medicinal plants and participate in local workshops. Visit Cochasqui Inca pyramids.

Otavalo

Nestled in the Andean highlands, Otavalo is world-famous for its vibrant artisan market, where locals sell handwoven textiles, jewelry, and traditional crafts. The town sits beside Cuicocha Lagoon, a crater lake offering stunning views and hiking opportunities, and nearby Cotacachi, Ecuador’s leather capital, showcases high-quality leather goods. Beyond shopping, visitors can experience authentic indigenous culture, including workshops on wool-dyeing and traditional Andean cuisine. The region is also home to ancestral ceremonies and rural communities, making it a hub for both cultural immersion and scenic beauty.

Preparation of a traditional Inca dish: PachaManca, followed by a short hike to Cubilche Lagoon. Participate in wool-dyeing and artisanal workshops. Optional ancestral ceremonies: Ayahuasca, Temazcal, or shamanic cleansing.

Otavalo

Nestled in the Andean highlands, Otavalo is world-famous for its vibrant artisan market, where locals sell handwoven textiles, jewelry, and traditional crafts. The town sits beside Cuicocha Lagoon, a crater lake offering stunning views and hiking opportunities, and nearby Cotacachi, Ecuador’s leather capital, showcases high-quality leather goods. Beyond shopping, visitors can experience authentic indigenous culture, including workshops on wool-dyeing and traditional Andean cuisine. The region is also home to ancestral ceremonies and rural communities, making it a hub for both cultural immersion and scenic beauty.

Transfer to Nono, a paradise for hummingbirds and wellness activities. Options include birdwatching, yoga, and rejuvenation walks. Participate in tree planting and reforestation projects with indigenous community members, local schoolchildren, and entrepreneurial women.

Nono

Nono is a serene village set amidst lush cloud forests and valleys, celebrated for its biodiversity and birdwatching opportunities, particularly hummingbirds. This tranquil area is ideal for wellness, yoga, and nature walks, offering visitors a chance to rejuvenate while surrounded by pristine landscapes. Nono is also a center for community-led sustainability projects, including reforestation and tree-planting initiatives with local schools and families. Its combination of natural beauty, cultural interaction, and eco-conscious activities makes it a peaceful and restorative stop on any Ecuadorian itinerary.

Scenic drive through diverse landscapes. Visit Cotopaxi National Park, dominated by the active Cotopaxi volcano (5,897 m). Activities include hikes to the refuge and glaciers, lagoon walks, or horseback riding on the volcano slopes. Optional mountain biking. Visit a rose garden, participate in rose preparation and a rose liqueur workshop.

Cotopaxi National Park

Dominated by the iconic Cotopaxi volcano, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes at 5,897 meters, Cotopaxi National Park offers dramatic landscapes of snow-capped peaks, glacial lakes, and páramo grasslands. Visitors can hike to the refuge, explore lagoons, or ride horses along the volcano slopes, with opportunities for mountain biking or photography. The park is also home to unique flora, rose gardens, and agricultural experiences such as workshops on rose cultivation and liqueur preparation, blending adventure with hands-on local culture.

Visit Quilotoa volcano, descend to the lagoon, and optionally walk around the lake. Participate in a popular painting workshop with locals. Visit a family farm cultivating quinoa, cereals, and guinea pigs. Route to Baños, known for adventure sports, spa treatments, and relaxation.

Baños

Set against a backdrop of lush mountains and the Tungurahua volcano, Baños is Ecuador’s adventure capital, famous for its waterfalls, including the spectacular Pailón del Diablo, and the Virgin’s Mantle cascade. The town offers a mix of adrenaline-fueled activities, zip-lining, rafting, hiking, and opportunities for relaxation, including spa treatments and thermal baths. Nearby, visitors can explore fruit farms, local distilleries, and participate in cultural experiences with rural communities, making Baños both an action-packed and culturally enriching destination.

Explore the Virgin’s Mantle and surrounding waterfalls, including the famous Pailón del Diablo. Optional visit to Patate family distillery and fruit farms, with tastings and culinary experiences.

Short transfer to the Amazon. Immediate immersion in the rainforest and local communities. Optional river bath and guided wildlife observation of fauna and flora, including green parrots.

Engage with local Amazonian communities, learning about their food, dances, customs, and traditional dishes. Participate in chocolate-making workshops.

Stay with communities such as Sachawaisa, participating in local rituals, celebrations, and cultural activities with Shamans.

Travel south to Riobamba. Visit local markets and tagua crafting. Optional hikes, horseback riding, or mountain biking at the foot of Chimborazo volcano. Enjoy meals with local families, including traditional llama dishes.

Riobamba

Riobamba, located at the foot of Chimborazo volcano, Ecuador’s highest peak, serves as a gateway to the central Andes. The city is steeped in indigenous culture and history, with lively local markets where traditional crafts like tagua nut carving are showcased. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, while cultural immersion opportunities include meals and activities with local families, offering insight into highland farming, culinary traditions, and everyday life in the Andes.

Visit the Devil's Frame path with lunch at a viewpoint restaurant. Explore Ingapirca Inca ruins and museum, including a short hike along the Qhapaq Ñan. Optional interaction with indigenous families managing organic cereal projects.

Ingapirca

Ingapirca is Ecuador’s most significant Inca archaeological site, known for its Temple of the Sun and sophisticated stone structures built along the Qhapaq Ñan Inca trail. Visitors can explore the ruins and the on-site museum while learning about Inca engineering, agriculture, and community life. Surrounding villages offer organic cereal farming projects and local culinary experiences, and travelers may participate in short hikes or interact with indigenous families, making it a perfect blend of history, culture, and hands-on experiences.

Breakfast with locals before visiting Inca Bath and Inca Face. Transfer to Cuenca, explore the colonial city center. Optional engagement with local communities, learning about traditional outfits and weaving.

Cuenca

The colonial city of Cuenca is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its cobblestone streets, red-tiled roofs, and baroque architecture. Visitors can explore the city center, artisan towns like Gualaceo and Chordeleg for goldsmithing and cotton weaving, and local workshops producing Panama hats, chocolate, and other crafts. Cuenca combines historical charm, vibrant local culture, and artisanal traditions, providing a rich cultural experience for travelers interested in heritage, cuisine, and community engagement.

Visit Gualaceo and Chordeleg artisan towns. Explore goldsmithing and cotton weaving workshops. Optional chocolate tasting and cooking class in Cuenca. Visit a Panama hat factory.

Hike through Cajas National Park’s 700 lagoons, visiting energy points. Stop at a tropical fruit farm for tasting. Continue to the Pacific coast, arriving in Guayaquil. Explore Iguana Park, Las Peñas neighborhood, and climb the lighthouse steps. Evening coastal seafood experience.

Guayaquil

Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city and major port, offers a lively coastal experience with a mix of modern urban life and historic neighborhoods. Highlights include Iguana Park, Las Peñas district, and the climb to the main port lighthouse for panoramic views. Visitors can explore the city’s culinary culture with seafood tastings, visit tropical fruit farms, and tour mangroves. Guayaquil serves as the gateway to the Pacific coast while providing cultural, historical, and ecological experiences in one vibrant city.

Tour through the mangroves, visit a cacao farm, and see endemic wildlife such as howler monkeys and birds. Participate in chocolate-making. Private transfer to the airport for international departure.

Trip Start Date Trip End Date Price
13/01/26 Tuesday 29/01/26 Thursday £5039 View
20/01/26 Tuesday 05/02/26 Thursday £5039 View
27/01/26 Tuesday 12/02/26 Thursday £5039 View
03/02/26 Tuesday 19/02/26 Thursday £4619 View
10/02/26 Tuesday 26/02/26 Thursday £4619 View
17/02/26 Tuesday 05/03/26 Thursday £4619 View
24/02/26 Tuesday 12/03/26 Thursday £4619 View
03/03/26 Tuesday 19/03/26 Thursday £4969 View
10/03/26 Tuesday 26/03/26 Thursday £4969 View
17/03/26 Tuesday 02/04/26 Thursday £4969 View

Departure :

03-Feb-2026

Duration :

16 Nights

Region :

South America

Depart Point :

London

Destination :

Ecuador

Holiday Type :

Tours

Deal Number :

SLT105516

Quick Itinerary

Quito - Otavalo - Otavalo - Nono - Cotopaxi National Park - Baños - Riobamba - Ingapirca - Cuenca - Guayaquil

from £4619

Amend Date & Departure Point

What’s Included

 
Includes return flights from the UK to Ecuador with checked in luggage
16 nights accommodation in 3- or 4-star hotels, haciendas, and community tourism lodgings (full board)
Domestic flights within Ecuador
All transfers between airports, hotels, and activity locations
Private bus/car with certified national guide
Meals respecting dietary preferences, allergies, or intolerances
Local guides in national parks and the Amazon
All entrances to museums, churches, national parks, and other sites mentioned in the itinerary, including:
Quito: La Compañía, San Francisco, La Catedral, El Panecillo, Basílica del Voto Nacional, La Ronda Street, Mitad del Mundo
Otavalo & surroundings: Otavalo Artisan Market, Cuicocha Lagoon, Cotacachi leather town, Cochasqui Inca pyramids, community visits, PachaManca cooking
Nono: Birdwatching, wellness walks, tree planting and reforestation activities with local community
Cotopaxi National Park: Hikes to refuge, glacier viewpoints, lagoon walks, horseback riding, rose garden & rose liqueur workshop, optional mountain biking
Baños region: Quilotoa volcano descent, Virgin's Mantle, waterfalls, Pailón del Diablo, Patate family distillery visit, fruit farm tastings
Amazon rainforest: River excursions, wildlife observation, visits to indigenous communities, ancestral food preparation, chocolate-making workshops, rituals and celebrations with Shamans
Riobamba & Chimborazo region: Local markets, tagua crafting, horseback riding, mountain biking, hikes with indigenous communities
Ingapirca: Inca ruins, museum, Qhapaq Ñan short hike, organic cereal farming project visit, traditional meals with local families
Cuenca & surroundings: Colonial city tour, Gualaceo and Chordeleg artisan visits (goldsmithing and cotton weaving), chocolate tasting and cooking class, Panama hat factory visit
Cajas National Park & Guayaquil: Hiking through park’s 700 lagoons, energy points, tropical fruit farm tasting, coastal seafood experience, Iguana Park, Las Peñas neighborhood, and lighthouse climb
Completely private and personalised itinerary
Special attention for newlyweds in several hotels and restaurants
Water bottle and power adapters
Cultural and community experiences throughout, including cooking classes, artisanal workshops, ancestral ceremonies (Ayahuasca, Temazcal, Shamanic cleansing), and conservation activities

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