Andes & Amazon, the Triangle Route 4 Days / 3 Nights (PRIVATE Trip from Quito)
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About This Experience 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
- Excursions as mentioned in the program & Accommodation based in double room
- Entrance fee to Rose Farm
- English speaking guide
- Dinner
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Entrance fees to Tree House 2 usd, Pailón del Diablo 2 usd
- Drinks
- Gratuites
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Quito - Cotopaxi National Park - Baños Town
We´ll drive from Quito through Andean Volcanoes Avenue... 4 hours
We´ll drive from Quito through Andean Volcanoes Avenue heading south to the Cotopaxi National Park; once in the park we'll visit a natural museum to learn about its nature, geology, history and eruptions of Cotopaxi volcano (5897m). Our next stop is at Limpiopungo Lake (3800 mts.) where we'll make an acclimatizing walk while observing some variety of birds like ducks, eagles and Andean gulls. Afterwards we drive to the parking lot (4600 mts.) from here on clear days we have incredible view of the Andean landscape. If our condition is good there is a chance to hike up for 45 minute to the José Ribas refuge (4800 mts.) where you can taste a delicious hot chocolate for warmth. Then in the afternoon continue driving to Baños town which is based 1 1/2 hour far away and consider one of the most visited towns by tourist with many activities to offer.
The town is known for its naturally heated... 1 hour
The town is known for its naturally heated thermal baths, the namesake of Baños, Ecuador and adventure sports! Nearby the town, there are several mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and hot springs
Exploring Baños Surrounding - Tena
This is a super famous place to visit,... 1 hour
This is a super famous place to visit, also known as the Swing at the End of the World located just 20 minutes driving from the main town. It’s a little treehouse with swings on either side that go over the steep slope of the mountain. The swing overlooks the Tungurahua volcano, which is an amazing sight on a clear day.
Visit the route known as the “Ruta de las Cascadas”, or “Waterfall Road” 1 hour
Visit the route known as the “Ruta de las Cascadas”, or “Waterfall Road”. Along the way, you’ll see tons of really nice waterfalls along the way such as Agoyan, Manto de la Novia and others. These include some cable cars and zip lines sending every visitor over a gorge with a pretty view.
Once getting on to the Pailon del Diablo,... 3 hours
Once getting on to the Pailon del Diablo, there are two paths to can take to see the waterfall which offer a different experience. The Lower path takes you down through an area that has a really nice jungle feel to it. It’s a bit more of a hike, but you’ll be able to get to a little suspension bridge that will take you across the river where you can get a really awesome view of the waterfall. If you want a shorter hike and more of a view of the actual waterfall up close, take the upper path. Finally afternoon continue through the last hill towards the great Amazon basin.
Amazon Excursion
After breakfast, bring your rubber boots 6 hours
After breakfast, bring your rubber boots. Explore incredible rain forest surrounding the Amazon Lodge. Here, there are a number of walks (with varying levels of difficulty) that can last anywhere from an hour-and-a- half all the way up to four hours, taking you through thick and humid jungle, crossing muddy paths and encountering all sorts of wildlife. All the while your local guide will introduce you to all the hidden secrets and wonders of the jungle. Then in the afternoon visit a local community who will share about the jungle way of life of Indigenous Families in this intimate encounter. A Kichwa woman, welcomes guests through an unobtrusive dialogue, we learn about their day-to-day lives, shows us how to make chicha, a typical beverage, and demonstrates the spiritual cleansing rituals still practiced today throughout the surrounding community. Finally, we participate in a blowgun target- shooting contest – try your luck and see if you can hit the monkey target - but don’t expect to beat the natives!. Finally back to the Lodge.
Amazon - Rose Farm - Quito
In the morning we will depart from Amazon... 4 hours
In the morning we will depart from Amazon to continue through the lush and green cloud forests of the Eastern Andes. After a quite long drive we will make a stop at a very nice rose-farm based at the highlands that offer much to learn about growing Ecuadorian roses that with combination of high altitude; twelve hours of sunshine; cold nights; and using organic soils and compost helps to harvest strong and tall flowers all year. Afterwards going driving through a small town where the local lunch will be served at Colibrí Garden, a cozy house where their hosts grow some vegetables at their own small organic garden to prepare local food for the guests. At Colibrí Garden some hummingbirds can be appreciated such as; Sparkling Violetear, Black-Tailed Trainbearer, Tyrian Metaltail, Sapphire-Vented Puffleg, Sword-Billed and other small tiny birds such as Black Flowerpiercer, Rufus Collared Sparrow and Golden Grosbeak. Afternoon driver toward to Quito or just advise us to be dropped off at the airport in order to catch your next flight.
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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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