Ecuador Travel Pass

With loads of vibrant indigenous culture, Spanish colonial architecture and out of this world Vulcan landscapes, jungles and mountains Ecuador is a feast for the eyes. You can truly experience four seasons in one day, with ever-changing surroundings assaulting the sentence. Explore ancient markets shopping for woolly llama first sweaters, or chill out on gorgeous Pacific beaches Ecuador has something for everyone. And that’s before we got onto the Galapagos Islands, you can easily add on the Galapagos Islands experience at the end of this pass as Guayagil is the perfect jumpoff point to visit the islands.

Please note this is not a group tour, this is an independent backpacking pass, using local transport with included activities.

Highlights:

•  Indigenous markets
• National parks
• Eating roasted guinea pigs (only joking but you can actually do that)
• Panama hats and goatskin trousers set to the sound of pan pipe music
• Soaking up the waterfalls in Banos
• Meeting the locals in Guamote
•  Exploring the world heritage site of Cuenca

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Full Details

Day 1
Arrival day in Quito, take a stroll through the city and soak up the marvellous Spanish colonial atmosphere.
Day 2
Quito to Tena (Public Bus)
Today you will take a transfer from Quito to Tena by Public Bus. Awe at Quito’s dramatic setting in the midst of the Andean mountains with surrounding volcanoes while you walk through the colonial old town as if you had gone back in time.
Day 3
Enjoy your free day in Tena or add an optional extra activity.
Day 4

Tena to Banos (Public Bus)
Today you will take a transfer from Tena to Banos by Public Bus. After a tough day of mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking or climbing indulge yourself in the relaxing thermal springs waiting for you to bathe your tired body in this cute mountain town.
Day 5
Banos Canopy & Bridge Experience (Day Tour)
Swing like a monkey through the trees in the forests of Banos along a 2.5 hour circuit where you can ride along 2 different ziplines measuring up to 850 meters, walk over a Tibetan bridge and go rock climbing above the river.
Day 6
Banos Waterfall Experience (Bike or Chiva) (Day Tour)
Choose to explore the breathtaking waterfall-route just outside of Banos making stops at each waterfall in the area with free time to swim and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Choose to take a bike-tour (approx. 4 hours with an option to continue to Puyo) or a traditional Chiva bus-tour (approx. 2.5 hours).
Day 7
Banos to Guamote (Public Local Bus)
Today you will take a transfer from Banos to Guamote by Public Local Bus. After a tough day of mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking or climbing indulge yourself in the relaxing thermal springs waiting for you to bathe your tired body in this cute mountain town.

Guamote Local Encounter 2D/1N (Multi Day Tour)
Experience the beautiful mountain town of Guamote, Ecuador tucked away in the Andes with a rich indigenous cultural heritage. Stay 1 night and take your free time to get to know the town and surrounding areas.
Day 8
Guamote to Cuenca (Public Local Bus)
Today you will take a transfer from Guamote to Cuenca by Public Local Bus. This charming colonial town is filled with whitewashed houses and cobblestone streets perching on the banks of the Rio Tomebamba with a modern twist of trendy cafes, restaurants and bars with the comforts of home.
Day 9
Cuenca HopOn HopOff City Tour (Day Tour)
Take a day to visit the city of Cuenca on a HopOn HopOff City Tour bus where you can jump on and off whenever you wish to visit all of the most important sites around the city like Parque Calderon, the Cathedrals and interesting museums.
Day 10
Cuenca to Guayaquil (Public Bus)
Today you will take a transfer from Cuenca to Guayaquil by Public Bus. This charming colonial town is filled with whitewashed houses and cobblestone streets perching on the banks of the Rio Tomebamba with a modern twist of trendy cafes, restaurants and bars with the comforts of home.
Day 11
Enjoy your free day in Guayaquil or consider adding on a couple of weeks beach time with our Spanish and surf program in Montanita. Transfers can be arranged.

Trip Frequently Asked Questions

Price

• £325

Dates

This pass is flexible and open dated join any time.