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Traverse Ecuador from the high Andes to the Amazon basin and the Galápagos in a compact 18-day nature circuit. This guided journey blends cloud-forest hikes, volcanic craters and wildlife-rich river and island excursions with comfortable lodges and local guides.
Traverse Ecuador from the high Andes to the Amazon basin and the Galápagos in a compact 18-day nature circuit. This guided journey blends cloud-forest hikes, volcanic craters and wildlife-rich river and island excursions with comfortable lodges and local guides.
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Operated by Ecuador Wonders Tour Operator · Quito, Pichincha
The first light over Quito slices across volcanic ridgelines as travelers push back the blankets and step into thin, crystalline air. From the city’s colonial plazas to cloud-forest trails at Bellavista, the itinerary threads highland plateaus, páramo moors and the steamy Amazon, finishing with the surreal shores of the Galápagos.
moderate.
18 days.
Moderate fitness: able to handle full travel days, short to moderate hikes (some at high altitude) and boardwalk or canoe transfers.
Routine vaccinations are recommended; additionally, many travelers get yellow fever and update tetanus. Consult a travel health clinic well before departure.
Many island visits are family-friendly but check specific boat or hike difficulty; guides tailor activities and younger children may need supervision in water and on uneven terrain.
Domestic flights (Quito–Coca, Quito–Galápagos) are included in the itinerary; times are subject to change, so keep travel documents and allow flexibility for short-notice adjustments.
Yes—some days reach 3,000–4,000 m. Take it slow, hydrate, avoid alcohol initially and notify guides of any prior cardiovascular issues (pregnant travelers are not recommended).
Quito grew from pre-Inca and Inca roots into a colonial center after Spanish conquest; the Galápagos rose to scientific prominence through Darwin’s observations on evolution.
The Galápagos Islands operate under strict visitor rules and park fees; support local conservation by following guidelines, avoiding single-use plastics and choosing community-minded lodges in the Amazon.
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