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Highlands of Ecuador

8 Days 22 Departures
From $944 per person

Tour Overview

If you’re short on time it doesn’t mean your cultural experience in Ecuador shouldn’t be colossal. This eight-day tour mixes exciting stuff like cities listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, lively markets, and natural wonders like Cotopaxi volcano, so you get to soak in impressive cityscapes as well as sweeping vistas like a well-travelled, insightful sponge.

Tour Summary

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
OperatorG Adventures
Departures22 in 2026–2027
Starting From$944 pp
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Tour Route

Map of your 8-day journey

Highlands of Ecuador route map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

8 days through your journey

Day 1

Quito

Arrive at any time.
Day 2

Quito/Otavalo

Explore the largest handicraft market in South America, Otavalo market. Villagers from the surrounding countryside come every week to sell handmade goods as well as livestock, fruits, and vegetables.
Day 3

Otavalo/Cotopaxi

Travel by bus to Cotopaxi National Park. In the afternoon, opt to explore the area or mountain bike with views of Cotopaxi Volcano. Spend the night in a mountain lodge near the national park.
Day 4

Cotopaxi/Cuenca

In the morning, visit Cotopaxi National Park before continuing on with a full day of travel to Cuenca. Enjoy a boxed lunch on the way at a viewpoint overlooking the Andes Mountains.
Day 5

Cuenca

This morning embark on a half-day city tour of the colonial city of Cuenca, including the Turi viewpoint, a Panama hat factory and the historical centre. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring or at one of Cuenca’s many cafes.
Day 6

Cuenca

Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Cuenca. Opt to go hiking in Cajas National Park, visit Ingapirca ruins, or soak in nearby hot springs.
Day 7

Cuenca/Quito

Fly back to Quito and enjoy the night in this historical city.
Day 8

Quito

Depart at any time.

Departure Dates & Pricing

22 departures available

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Jul 24, 2026 Jul 31, 2026 Available $1,014per person Get Quote
Aug 21, 2026 Aug 28, 2026 Available $1,014per person Get Quote
Sep 18, 2026 Sep 25, 2026 Available $944per person Get Quote
Oct 16, 2026 Oct 23, 2026 Available $1,014per person Get Quote
Nov 27, 2026 Dec 4, 2026 Available $1,039per person Get Quote
Dec 11, 2026 Dec 18, 2026 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
Jan 22, 2027 Jan 29, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
Feb 5, 2027 Feb 12, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
Mar 5, 2027 Mar 12, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
Apr 2, 2027 Apr 9, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
May 14, 2027 May 21, 2027 Available $1,449per person Get Quote
Jun 11, 2027 Jun 18, 2027 Available $1,549per person Get Quote
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Nov 12, 2027 Nov 19, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
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Dec 10, 2027 Dec 17, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote
Dec 24, 2027 Dec 31, 2027 Available $1,299per person Get Quote

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