Discover Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands

Round trip
Ecuador

price from £ 1,469.00 per person

total price from £ 2,938.00
price based on: 2 adults

Explore the wonders of Ecuador from Quito to Baños and the Galapagos Islands. Incl. hotels, breakfast, excursions, all transfers & return flights!

Jump into a South American adventure like no other on this trip around Ecuador's highlights. Start in Quito, the country's vibrant capital, and make your way through the magnificent nature of the Cotopaxi National Park before bathing in the thermal waters of Baños in the Amazon Basin. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town of Cuenca, before heading to the gateway to the Galapagos Islands: Guayaquil. Can't leave Ecuador without a visit to the Galapagos? Book a 15-night trip and discover everything the Galapagos has to offer. What are you waiting for? The wonders of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are waiting!

Included

Ecuador roundtrip: 11 or 15 nights
Breakfast
All private transfers
Private city tour Quito
Private city tour Cuenca
Floreana Island Galapagos cruise (15 night trips)
Return domestic flight to Galapagos (15 night trips)
Flight from to Quito and from Guayaquil to
Please note that there may be an additional night(s) in transit due to flight schedules.

Optional Excursions

Optional excursions are available to make your trip even more spectacular. All excursions can be booked and paid for during the booking process. You will receive all practical information before departure.

• Middle of the World - Equator Line & Agave Experience • Visit La Mitad del Mundo and discover the middle of the world! Take a photo at the equatorial line and explore the beautiful grounds, monuments and Inti Ñan Solar museum. Incl. private transfer & entrance fees (4 hours, day 3)

• Full-day Northern Andes - Indian Market, Culture & Crater Lake • The provincial town of Otavalo is the best known indigenous market in Ecuador. Explore the diverse markets for unique handcrafted souvenirs and visit the nearby Crater Lake for an unforgettable day trip from Quito. Incl. transfer and guide (8 hours, day 3)

• Guided Tour of Cotopaxi National Park • Explore the magnificent Cotopaxi National Park in the mighty Andes. Hike with a knowledgable guide through fantastic landscapes and enjoy all that the park has to offer. Incl. private transfer & native guide (4 hours, day 5)

• Devil's Nose Train Ride or Ingapirca Ruins Tour • Take an iconic train journey from the old railway town of Alausi and back. Experience the train ride as it zig-zags through steep valleys, and take in incredible views on the way. Incl. transport (2 hours, day 8)

Looking for more history? Opt for the Ingapirca Ruins tour and as you make your way from Baños to Cuenca, stop at the Ruins for an introduction into the ancient Inca history of the area. Hire a local guide once you're inside the ruins and learn more about this fascinating archaeological masterpiece. Incl. transport and entrance fees (1.5 hours, day 8)

Can't leave Ecuador without visiting the Galapagos Islands? Book a 15-night trip and choose from additional excursions in San Cristobal and Leon Dormino. See all excursions in the final booking process.

Excluded

Tips for guides/drivers
Esta Visa (for flights with a stopover in the USA)

Payment

If you book this deal before 35 days of your departure, you can choose to pay in parts. The deposit will be 50% of the deal’s price plus the booking fee and travel and/or cancellation insurance (when applicable). You will find the payment amounts and deadlines to pay every installment at the last step of the booking process.

Additional Information

Conditions	Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. Secret Escapes Limited is a company registered in England & Wales under number 07026107, registered office 120 Holborn, London, EC1N 2TD, United Kingdom.© Secret Escapes 2021
Passport, visa and health requirements	The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel. Please be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.
Price changes	Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process.
Occupancy	Maximum three persons per room.
Single supplement	The single supplement is based on travel dates and duration of travel. You will see the final price in the booking process.
Children's discount	On the basis of two full-paying adults, a discount for children up to 11 years old may be offered dependent on the chosen travel dates and length of stay. You will see the applicable discount in the final booking process. Please note: children up to 12 months old receive a discount on the plane ticket, but will not receive a seat or baggage allowance.
Accessibility	Unfortunately this trip is not wheelchair accessible.
Pets	Pets are not permitted on this trip due to international plane travel.
Flight times	Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises.
Travel documents	You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest
Vaccinations	All travellers should be up to date with primary courses and boosters. Vaccinations usually recommended for travel to Ecuador include Hepatitis A. Consult your doctor or the NHS travel advice website for more information.
Passport	Your passport must be valid for six months upon arrival in Ecuador. For up-to-date information, visit the official gov.uk website.
Visa	British citizens do not need a visa to travel in Ecuador for the purpose of tourism. Please note that your flight may include a stopover in the USA. If so, you will need to apply and pay for the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) at least 72 hours before departure from the UK.
Group travel	The excursions and transfers in this trip may take place in a group.
Travel schedule	The specified itinerary is subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Quality standards	Please note that the quality standards of hotels, facilities, transportation and roads may differ from Europe.
Currency	The national currency of Ecuador is the US dollar (USD).
Optional excursions	Please note that only 1 optional excursion is bookable on day 8. Choose from Devil's Nose Train Ride or Ingapirca Ruins Tour in the final booking process.

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