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8-Nights Ecuador: Amazon, Hot Springs & Volcanoes - National Geographic Journeys

Ecuador
8-Nights Ecuador: Amazon, Hot Springs & Volcanoes - National Geographic Journeys
Ecuador
G Adventures
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Overview

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Journeys: Ecuador’s Amazon and Volcanoes
Ecuador is a small country that packs a punch when it comes to natural beauty, biodiversity, and indigenous heritage. Discover this South American jewel on a memorable adventure, travelling from the emerald-clad Andes to the Amazon’s thriving jungles. Come face-to-face with unique creatures on a nighttime walk through the forest and on a tour of an animal sanctuary; hike through awe-inspiring Cotopaxi National Park, crowned by the soaring Cotopaxi Volcano; and delve into indigenous culture on a visit to an Amazonian community and Jardin Botanico Las Orquideas.

Highlights
Visit the Otavalo Weaving studio and get a lesson from local weaver, Explore villages and learn about traditional handicrafts and folk art from locals, Traverse the Amazon jungle with a local naturalist guide, Learn about the relationship between cultures and the plants around them at the Omaere Ethnobotanical Park, Be surrounded by towering volcanoes

Accommodation
Hotels (4 nts), historic hacienda (1 nt), jungle lodge (2 nts), hot springs resort (1 nt).

Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Group Size Notes
Max 16, Avg 10

Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Otavalo Weaving Lesson, Otavalo Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Amazon Home Experience, Tena Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Visit the Orchids Botanical Garden, Puyo Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta. Arrival transfer. Overnight in an historic hacienda. Explore the Otavalo handicraft market. Cloud forest reserve visit. Two nights at an Amazon lodge with jungle excursions. Excursion to Cotopaxi National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Featured Destinations

Banos

Banos

Baños (Banos de Agua Santa) is a premier destination in the central highlands of Ecuador in Tungurahua Province. Relax in the thermal springs, revel in the views of the waterfalls and Volcán Tungurahua, boat or bike to the Amazon basin, hike through the gorges and lush rain forests. There's something for everyone to enjoy in Banos.
Destination Guide
Cotopaxi National Park

Cotopaxi National Park

Cotopaxi is located in Ecuador's Andes Mountains, and is known as the "Avenues of the Volcanoes." Visit Cotopaxi National Park and enjoy views of Cotapaxi Volcano, as well as the native flora and fauna near Lake Limpiopungo. The local Andean people honor this mountain as sacred, and Cotopaxi holds significant cultural value.
Destination Guide
Tena
Papallacta

Papallacta

East of Quito is a route taken by Francisco de Orellana in 1542 that passed through the beautiful Andes Valley. Its hot springs led the explorer to this little town tucked away in the mountains called Papallacta. With very little accommodation available for its guests, visitors often book hostels. Travelers can explore the legendary hot springs, hike the Andes terrain, and spot the many species of birds.
Otavalo

Otavalo

Otavalo is an indigenous town in northern Ecuador, surrounded by mountainous peaks. The Otavalo markets are famous, where homemade textiles and handicrafts can be purchased. Otavalo is also known for their traditional music and clothing.
Destination Guide
Quito

Quito

Quito is a fantastic place to visit and the best place to start your Latin American journey. Quito is also the entertainment center in Ecuador with new bars and discos opening every week and also the best place to shop, either at the small souvenir shops or at big malls. Quito has many interesting cultural sites, historical sites, museums, private galleries, churches, exhibition centers, and theaters.
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