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Quito: 9-Day Andes Tour with Hot Springs and Train Ride

By FOUR WORLDS TOUR OPERATOR
Free cancellation available
Price is €1,305 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Visit two UNESCO cities: Quito and Cuenca in one unforgettable journey
  • Explore volcanoes, waterfalls, hot springs, and breathtaking Andean landscapes
  • Enjoy a perfect mix of guided tours and free time for your own adventures

Activity location

    • Cuenca
    • Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Cuenca
    • Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador

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What's included, what's not

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    Comfortable transport throughout the entire journey
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    Certified bilingual guide (English & Spanish) for a better experience
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    Entrance fees to some attractions included
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    Accommodation provided during the tour
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    Services or activities not specified in the itinerary are not included
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    Personal expenses and tips not included
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    Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary (estimated budget: $ per person)
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    Alcoholic drinks not included
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    Mandatory travel and medical insurance not included
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    Credit card fees and commissions not included

Know before you book

  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Discover Ecuador’s Andes region on a 9-day itinerary from Quito to Cuenca, including guided visits, natural attractions, and cultural experiences.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Quito – City Tour
Arrival in Quito and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour through Quito’s Historic Centre, including Independence Plaza, La Compañía Church, and panoramic viewpoints.

Day 2: Papallacta Hot Springs
Travel to Papallacta in the eastern Andes. Relax in the thermal pools surrounded by mountain landscapes. Optional walk along the La Isla Trail.

Day 3: Cotopaxi National Park
Visit Cotopaxi National Park and explore Limpiopungo Lagoon with views of Cotopaxi Volcano. Free time for photography and short walks.

Day 4: Baños – Pailón del Diablo Waterfall
Continue to Baños de Agua Santa. Visit the Pailón del Diablo waterfall and surrounding viewpoints.

Day 5: Free Day in Baños
Free day for optional activities such as canopy, rafting, canyoning, cycling, or visiting local cafés and hot springs.

Day 6: Casa del Árbol – Alausí
Visit Casa del Árbol and the “Swing at the End of the World” before travelling south to Alausí.

Day 7: Devil’s Nose Route – Cuenca City Tour
Visit the Devil’s Nose route area and continue to Cuenca. Guided city tour including Calderón Park, New Cathedral, and historic streets.

Day 8: Free Day in Cuenca
Free day to explore Cuenca independently, visit museums, markets, or nearby attractions.

Day 9: Departure
Transfer out and end of services.

Location

Activity location

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    • Cuenca
    • Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Cuenca
    • Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador