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    Amazon Adventure & Galapagos Discovery

    Ecuador in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination

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    Our classic tour of Ecuador, complete with a stay in the Amazon rainforest and wildlife-spotting in the Galapagos Islands.

    Trip Highlights

    1. Amazon
    2. Galapagos Islands
    3. Guayaquil
    4. Middle of the World Monument
    5. Quito
    6. San Cristobal Island

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers.

    4. Activities

    5. Some meals

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    Accommodation: 10 Nights

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    Day 1 to 2

    Mercure Alameda

    Location

    Quito

    Category

    Nights

    1

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    The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Hotel Rio Amazonas

    Itinerary

    Discover Ecuador on an unforgettable journey from the tropical Amazon rainforest to the wildlife-rich Galapagos Islands. Touch down in Quito, the historic Andean capital, before exploring the amazing Amazon in Tena. You can select San Cristobal or Santa Cruz as your gateway to the Galapagos Islands as you search for blue-footed boobies and sea turtles, before ending your adventure in Guayaquil. 

    1st Day: Canada - Quito

    Arrive at your Canadian departure airport, ready for a flight to Quito. Arrive in Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a city famed for its high vantage point in the Andean mountains and its ancient Incan significance. Transfer to your hotel and overnight stay in Quito.

     

    If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

     

    If you want to have the hotel room available before 2:00 p.m., you can add early check-in at an additional cost. In case you are interested, you will be able to see the price and do the upsell in the next step of the purchase process.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Alameda or similar

    1012 Reviews

    See our full selection

    2nd Day: Quito - Tena - Amazon

    Breakfast at the hotel. This morning take a guided Quito city tour to get to know the capital's most emblematic sights. Admire the colonial-era architecture and picturesque plazas and stroll through the narrow streets of the city center. In the afternoon leave Quito behind as you set off into the Ecuadorian highlands and down into the rainforest, headed for Tena, in the Amazon. Continue through verdant landscapes towards the lodge, in the heart of the jungle. Arrive in time for dinner. Overnight in Tena.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Suchipakari Lodge or similar

    223 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Quito City Tour

    Moderate

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    3rd Day: Amazon

    Enjoy an early breakfast before setting off for a wildlife walk through the primary and secondary rainforest of the Amazon. Look out for tropical wildlife and appreciate the sheer scale and beauty of the jungle. Return to the lodge for lunch before enjoying the afternoon at your leisure with the opportunity to join in optional Amazon activities organized at the lodge. Once the sun sets, enjoy a fascinating night walk to admire the nocturnal wildlife as the rainforest comes to life. Dinner and overnight stay in the Amazon.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Suchipakari Lodge or similar

    223 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Night-walk in Tena

    Light

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    included
    Wildlife walk in Tena

    Moderate

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    4th Day: Amazon - Tena - Middle of the World - Quito

    After breakfast at the lodge, return to Tena and continue your journey, heading back towards the capital. Along the way, visit the Middle of the World Monument, on the equator, where you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere! Transfer to the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in Quito.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Alameda or similar

    1012 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Middle of the World Monument

    Light

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    5th Day: Quito

    Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day in Quito at your leisure, exploring the city or simply taking some time to enjoy the beautiful climate and natural environment. We recommend enjoying our excursion to Otavalo*, the Quilotoa Crater Lake excursion* or booking our Pack of 3 Excursions.**. Overnight stay in Quito.

     

    *Optional Otavalo Day Tour: Full-day tour to various towns in the Andean highlands where you’ll discover some of the local gastronomy and traditional way of life. Start off your experience by tasting the interesting Cherimoya fruits in Guayllabamba, carry on to try the local biscuits made by the community in Cayambe. You will then be guided around the indigenous markets in Otavalo, Peguche and Cotacachi and get to know the story of the native people.

     

    Optional Quilotoa Crater Lake Excursion:: Set off through the Andean Mountains, passing by the snow-capped peaks of Tungurahua and Chimborazo. Stop at a local market for a taste of the Andean culture and visit Quilotoa Crater Lake, known for its everchanging colour, depending on the sun and clouds.

     

    ** Optional Experience Ecuador - Pack of 3 Excursions: Experience Ecuador to the fullest with this pack of three excursions. Visit the famous Quilotoa Crater Lake on an excursion through the Andean Mountains to discover the local culture and natural wonders of the Andes. In the Galapagos Islands, enjoy an authentic cooking class on Playa Mann in San Cristobal, known for its population of sea lions, to learn the secrets of the local cuisine. Finally, take a tour of Puerto el Morro in Guayaquil to visit a natural dolphin reserve, accompanied by a professional biologist guide.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Alameda or similar

    1012 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Experience Ecuador - 3 Excursions Package (Limited Offer 2023)
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    Optional
    Quilotoa Excursion (Limited to 2023)

    Challenging

    See more
    Optional
    Full-day Otavalo Tour

    Light

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    6th Day: Quito - San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands

    Breakfast at the hotel. Depart to the airport this morning for a flight to the Galapagos Islands, a true wonder of nature known for its immense biodiversity! San Cristobal is the easternmost Galapagos island and is home to a rich array of unique wildlife, such as blue and red-footed boobies, marine iguanas and Galapagos sea lions. It's also the island that Charles Darwin first explored during his research into the islands. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and get comfortable before setting off on a brief afternoon tour of Baquerizo Moreno, the capital of the Galapagos Province. Explore this quaint coastal community and get to know its most important sights. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax before your adventure continues tomorrow. Alternatively, take part in a Ceviche-making workshop in a local restaurant near the beach of Playa Mann!* Overnight stay in San Cristobal.

     

    *Optional Beach Cooking Class in San Cristobal: Learn how to cook the traditional Galapagos dish of ceviche with this guided cooking class in a local restaurant near the beach of Mann Beach, known for its friendly sea lions! Use authentic ingredients to craft a delicious dish whilst listening to fascinating insights about Galapagos life from the locals. And of course, you can enjoy your homemade ceviche at the end of class!

     

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Galapagos Planet Hotel or similar

    69 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Tour of Baquerizo Moreno

    Moderate

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    Optional
    Prepare your own Ceviche near the beach in San Cristobal
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    7th Day: San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands

    Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on a full-day tour of San Cristobal to explore the delights of the island. Visit Galapaguera, home to amazing giant tortoises and observe diverse species of sea birds from Puerto Chino. The white sand here is perfect for a short rest before continuing to La Loberia, home to a large colony of sea lions who can be seen resting on the rocks. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in San Cristobal.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Galapagos Planet Hotel or similar

    69 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Full-day tour of San Cristobal

    Moderate

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    8th Day: San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands

    After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free for you to explore the Galapagos on your own. Overnight stay in San Cristobal.

     

    *Optional Half-Day Tour with Snorkel in Isla Lobos: Board a boat to visit Isla Lobos where you will encounter blue-footed boobies, sea lions, sea turtles and rays before getting to snorkel and swim in the crystal clear waters of this island. From here, make your way to Ochoa Beach to relax, swim and take in the beauty of this stunning landscape. Lunch is included.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Galapagos Planet Hotel or similar

    69 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Half-Day Tour with Snorkeling in Isla Lobos

    Moderate

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    9th Day: San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands - Guayaquil

    Breakfast at the hotel. Head back to the mainland, with a flight from San Cristobal airport. Arrive in Guayaquil, and join a shared transfer to your hotel in the city centre. Guayaquil is the largest city in Ecuador and is located on the Pacific Coast. Later, enjoy a walking tour of the city, visiting the Malecon, Paque Iguanas and Las Peñas neighbourhood. Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Hotel River Garden - Stan... or similar

    129 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Walking Tour of Guayaquil

    Light

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    10th Day: Guayaquil

    Breakfast at the hotel. The day is at your leisure to do some last-minute souvenir shopping, relax in the arty neighbourhood of Santa Ana Hill or take an optional excursion to Puerto Moro for a dolphin-watching boat trip!* Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

     

    *Optional Boat Excursion to Puerto Morro: From Guayaquil, visit the charming fishing village of Puerto Morro. Take a boat ride through the mangroves to watch colourful Ibis birds and look out for playful pods of dolphins! Spend some time relaxing at Puerto Morro Beach before returning to Guayaquil.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Hotel River Garden - Stan... or similar

    129 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Boat Excursion to Puerto El Morro
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    11th Day: Guayaquil - Night on board

    Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada. Night on board.

    Please note: Depending on the flight departure time you may arrive back in Canada today.

    12th Day: Canada

    Arrive in Canada and end your trip.

     

    If you would prefer this tour to be an exclusive experience for you and your group, please contact our Customer Service Department.

    Included activities

    Included

    Quito City Tour

    Included activity for day 2 in Quito

    A guided city tour to get to know Quito's most emblematic sights. Visit a local market, a number of picturesque squares and the narrow streets of the city centre.

    Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Night-walk in Tena

    Included activity for day 3

    Night-walk through the jungle to admire the nocturnal wildlife as the rainforest comes to life after sundown.

    Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: 20:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Wildlife walk in Tena

    Included activity for day 3

    Wildlife walk through the primary and secondary rainforest of the Amazon. Look out for tropical wildlife and appreciate the sheer scale and beauty of the jungle.

    Duration 02:30h Approx. Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Middle of the World Monument

    Included activity for day 4

    Visit the Middle of the World Monument, on the equator, where you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere!

    Duration 01:45h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

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    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    Experience Ecuador - 3 Excursions Package (Limited Offer 2023)

    Suggested activity for day 5

    Includes an excursion to the famous Quilotoa Crater Lake, an authentic cooking class on the beach in San Cristobal to learn the secrets of the local cuisine and a tour of Puerto Morro in Guayaquil for a dolphin-watching boat trip with a guide.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Quilotoa Excursion (Limited to 2023)

    Suggested activity for day 5

    Stop at a local market for a taste of the local culture before visiting the amazing Quilotoa Crater Lake, known for its everchanging colour, depending on the position of the sun and the clouds.

    Duration 09:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Challenging

    more information
    Optional

    Full-day Otavalo Tour

    Suggested activity for day 5

    Taste the Cherimoya fruits in Guayllabamba, try the local biscuits in Cayambe.Check out the markets in Otavalo, Peguche and Cotacachi and get to know the story of the native people.

    Duration 05:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    Prepare your own Ceviche near the beach in San Cristobal

    Suggested activity for day 6 in Galapagos Islands

    Learn how to make your own ceviche with a local near Mann Beach, known for its friendly sea lions! Use authentic ingredients to craft a delicious dish, and of course, you can enjoy your homemade ceviche at the end of class!

    Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: 16:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information

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    The price includes

    • Included in all our trips. more information

    • Departures from main Canadian airports.

    • International flights: Canada - Quito, Guayaquil - Canada.

    • Internal flights: Quito - Galapagos, Galapagos - Guayaquil. *

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    • 10 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

      See hotels included

    • 8 breakfasts and Full-Board in Amazon.

    • Transfers.

    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.

      See itinerary

    • All air taxes & fuel surcharge.

    • English-speaking guide.

    *The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

    Not included

    Entrances, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    Transit control card (TCC)* (27CA$) and entrance to the Galapagos National Park * (135CA$).

    * More information can be found in Offer Conditions.

    * Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip or delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.

    If you would like to travel with children, please contact Customer Services to find out the conditions.

    We strongly recommend you consult your doctor regarding the possible effects of altitude sickness before you travel.

    For the flight to Galapagos we will transfer you to the airport 3 hours in advance in order to complete the required formalities.

    Travelers with passports from the following countries are required to present a tourist visa in their country of origin:
     
    Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Burma, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Cuba, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Haiti, India, Iraq, Iran, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Republic of Congo, Senegal, North Korea, Syria, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Venezuela, Vietnam, Myanmar and Yemen.
    • Entry requirements

      Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Ecuador. Mandatory travel insurance.

    • Visa

      Canadians do not require a visa for stays of less than 90 days in a 365-day period.

    • Currency

      US Dollar

    • Language

      Spanish

    • Electricity

      Types A and B, 110 V North American type plug

    • Health

      Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.

    • Time zone

      UTC -5

    • Other useful information

      It is mandatory for tourists to carry a valid health insurance policy.

    • Tourist Office website

      https://ecuador.travel/en/

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
     
    Galapagos transit control card (TCC) is mandatory and is checked at the airport in both Quito and Guayaquil before travel to the Galapagos Islands. Cost US$20 per person (subject to change) and made by cash payment.

    At the airport Galapagos passengers must present their transit control card (TCC) with their passport and pay the entrance fee to the Galapagos National Park. Cost: US$100 per person.
     
    If you book a triple room with a child, you will be required to share one bed.

    If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 778 807 9750 or via our contact form.

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