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Day 1: Quito - Arrival

Meet your guide for the welcome briefing at 18:00pm at the hotel's lobby.

Day 2: Hiking in Cotopaxi National Park (B,L)

We drive southwards along the gorgeous Avenue of Volcanoes, once at the Cotopaxi, we go hiking around Limpiopungo lagoon and the foothills of Rumiñahui volcano. Later we continue our drive to Baños.

Hiking.- time: 3 hours, d istance: 4mi (6.4 km), elevation gain: 1200ft (366m), maximum elevation: 13850ft (4222m)

Day 3: Trekking Insilivi - Chugchilan (B,L,D)

The charming Andean mountain landscapes will inspire us today on a trek along the Toachi canyon for and experience stunning views of small villages and indigenous people working in the fields.

Trekking.- time: 5 hours, distance: 8.3mi (13.3km), elevation gain: 3163mi (958m), maximum elevation: 10400ft (3151m) Total steps: 25,481

Day 4: Trekking Chugchilan - Quilotoa (B,L)

Early in the morning we start trekking on small trails blazed by the mountain people and still used by locals to transport products and to travel across the canyons to reach neighboring communities. We will venture down into impressive canyons to later climb back up to the top of the crater rim, where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the Quilotoa Lake.

Trekking.- time: 5 hours, distance: 6.9mi (11km), elevation gain: 3750ft (969m) , maximum elevation: 12850ft (3893m) Total steps: 20,167

Day 5: Trekking to Chimborazo Basecamp (B,L)

Today we will drive through valleys and farming villages to reach the Chimborazo Volcano, the highest mountain in Ecuador with an elevation of 6310 m (20702 ft) above sea level; whose summit is the furthest point from the center of the earth on the entire planet.

Trekking.- time: 2 hours, distance: 2 (3.2km), elevation gain: 1155ft (350m) , maximum elevation: 16995ft (5150m)

Day 6: Trekking The Llanganates (B,L)

Trek in Llanganates National Park for 6 hours, famous for its amazing landscapes and storied mystery. Legend has it that the Inca General Ruminahui has a large sum of gold hidden somewhere in the Tungurahua mountain range. Start the hike at 3,200m (10,498 ft) above sea level and travel upwards to 3,600m (12,024 ft).

Day 7: Route of the Waterfalls - Quito (B)

Today we take a cable car to visit the Bride´s Veil waterfall, and hike to the Pailon Del Diablo waterfall, the second highest in Ecuador, we also have the chance for visiting the swing of the end of the world, in the afternoon we drive back to Quito

Day 8: Quito - Departure (B)

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Included

Transportation: Private and comfortable land transportation
Accommodation based on double occupancy:: 2 nights at Hotel Dann Carlton in Quito, 1 nights at Eco-hotel Lllullullama in Isinlivi, 1 night at Mama Hilda Hostel in Chugchilan, 5-star Hacienda in Chimborazo, 2 night at Casa de Luis Hotel Boutique in Baños.
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners
Activities: Trekking in Isinlivi, trekking to Chugchilan and Quilotoa, hiking to the glaciers of Chimborazo highest volcano in Ecuador, watch vicuñas (camel similar to llama or alpaca), trek the Llanaganates Park, hiking the route of waterfalls in Baños, soak, cable-car ride in Baños, hike to Pailon del Diablo waterfall, salsa lesson, cultural experience with the local people, Pujili indigenous authentic market, cooking lessons.
Gear: Black Diamon hiking sticks.
Trip Leader: Certified AJ expert english-speaking adventure trip leader and local guides
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Not included

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED? International Flights Travel Insurance Mandatory Meals not described in the Itinerary, estimated budged 80usd Airport Transfers Tips for guides and drivers, estimated budged 120usd

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
IMPORTANT DETAILS
It is our intention to adhere to the itinerary described; however, due to our travel style, on occasions it may be necessary or desirable to make small changes. Weather conditions and unpredictable local circumstances may lead us to make alterations to the route and/or travel times. Hotels and flight schedules might change according to availability. Any mention to specific wildlife in the itinerary or trip details is not a guarantee that it will be seen during the trip.
On Day 2, 5, 6 and 7 from 2 to 3 hours a day.
On Day 3 and 4 no driving.
All year
Pichincha, Cotopaxi, Pastaza, Tungurahua, Chimborazo.
All Inter-Andean Valleys and Andes mountains, cloud forest in Sangay and Llanganates National Park and canyons.
3 to 6 hours
From 5100 to 1600 m (16,732 to 5,249 ft)
Day 15-34ºC / 59-93ºF - Night 12-17ºC / 53-62ºF
Moderate to challenge. This program will run from the high Andean Mountains to the tropical cloud forest of the Amazon, which involves trekking for 4 to 5 hours a day along canyons and volcanoes.
Hiking sticks.
All prices are based on double-occupancy. If you are travelling solo, you will be matched with another participant of your same gender. If you prefer to have a single room, please contact AJ prior to your departure to arrange your accommodation at an extra cost.
Travelling with Adventure Journeys you will have the possibility to experience and taste local food and snacks. Your guide will help you identify typical food and suggest the best places to enjoy it. Some meals are not included in order to give you some flexibility about where, what and with whom to eat. You have the option to share these meals with the group, however there is no obligation to do this. If you have any allergies or food restrictions, please inform AJ prior to your departure.
All Adventure Journeys guides and trip leaders are highly experienced, licensed to operate in Ecuador and certified as Wilderness Adventure First Aid responders. We always carry a complete first aid kit in our trips. In some location and for some activities, local guides join the trip leaders to provide an added service.
Clients receive interpretation and education about the ecology and conservation of the Andes, Amazon Rainforest, and Galapagos Islands, and learn about the factors that threaten it. We aim to promote long-term conservation of both local people cultural identity and the environment. We transport out and recycle all non-organic garbage and we prefer to work with local suppliers. Your visit will encourage the local communities to support responsible eco-tourism as a sustainable alternative for their living.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers