2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included
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About This Tour in Quito
Why Visit Quito?
Quito, Ecuador offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Quito provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Quito
You can reach Quito, Ecuador by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Lodging 1 night
- Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Dinners
- Kayak and Cavalcade in Quilotoa
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
On a private tour we pick you up at your hotel. To avoid extra costs we recommend staying in the urban area of Quito
End Point
On a private tour we pick you up at your hotel. To avoid extra costs we recommend staying in the urban area of Quito
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Visit Cotopaxi Volcano to the glaciers and descent to the Limpiopungo Lagoon
In this tour you will be able to... 5 hours
In this tour you will be able to observe landscapes that are truly worthy of admiration, our departure is from the city of Quito. Once inside the National Park, we walk to the Jose Rivas refuge, which is at 4896 m, here we will rest a bit to recharge our energy. Once this is done, we will walk a little more until we reach the glaciers, at a total altitude of 5000 m. On the way back to the parking lot to descend to the Limpiopungo Lagoon. Once in the Limpiopungo lagoon, weather permitting, we can take a beautiful picture of Cotopaxi. After visiting the lagoon, we will take the bus to the restaurant, where we will have our well-deserved lunch. After a day full of adventures, we will take a break and it will be time for you to rest at your accommodation.
We will visit this Laguna that is at the foot of the Cotopaxi Volcano 30 minutes
We will visit this Laguna that is at the foot of the Cotopaxi Volcano. From here we can have the best photographs of the Cotopaxi.
We go to our resting place, here you can relax, take a shower and rest 8 hours
We go to our resting place, here you can relax, take a shower and rest. It is important that you rest to continue with enough energy the next adventure that awaits us at dawn.
Visit Laguna del Quilotoa and descent to the crater
We visited the house of an indigenous family,... 1 hour
We visited the house of an indigenous family, here you can see how they live, what they do and how they raise their animals.
Explanation and photographs of this place that formed... 45 minutes
Explanation and photographs of this place that formed after the previous eruptions of the Quilotoa volcano in Ecuador.
Travelers visit the viewpoint where they can contemplate... 4 hours
Travelers visit the viewpoint where they can contemplate the magnitude of the Lagoon. The guide explains more about this beautiful lagoon and they descend to the inner part of the volcano until they reach the shore of Quilotoa. Optional activity for kayaking.
From the road we can observe these two great elevations of the Andes
We will visit one of the workshops of local indigenous artists 30 minutes
We will visit one of the workshops of local indigenous artists. They represent their culture through artistic paintings.
end of tour 1 hour
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will…
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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