Itinerary Summary

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1 - 3	Quito	UNESCO World Heritage Site, Middle Of The World Equator, Independence Square	La Casona de la Ronda, Casa Gangotena
3 - 10	Galápagos	UNESCO World Heritage Site Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz Island, Fernandina Island, Trekking	Yacht Anahi 1, Petrel
10 - 13	Otavalo	Indian Markets, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Hiking	Hacienda Cusin, Hacienda Zuleta
13 - 14	Papallacta	Hot springs, Andean Peaks, Glaciers	Papallacta Spa & Resort
14 - 14	Quito	UNESCO World Heritage Site, Middle Of The World Equator, Independence Square

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 3

International Arrival

Transfer to Hotel with your Guide (1.5 hrs)

Quito

2 Nights

The capital of Ecuador, Quito, is one of the most visited cities in South America. Surrounded by volcanoes and the Andean highlands, the city provides a cultural feast with its many churches and monasteries.

Ecuador: Galapagos, Traditions and Chocolate

Included Activities

Quito City Tour by Night
Experience the amazing colonial architecture come to new life as it is beautifully lit in the evening. Explore the quiet streets and plazas with your guide and enjoy the gorgeous nocturnal city scenes as centuries old churches and buildings are expertly illuminated. Truly a romantic and lovely way to spend an evening in Quito. (Duration approx 2hrs, private activity)

Hotel Options

La Casona de la Ronda – Opt 1

Room	Standard
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Casa Gangotena – Opt 2

Room	Luxury Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Heritage

Day 3 - 10

Transfer to the Airport (1.5 hours)

Flight from Quito to Baltra with 1 stop in Guayaquil

Galápagos

7 Nights

Located 1400 km west of mainland Ecuador and reached by small boats, the Galapagos Islands are a strictly protected, beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site.

La Esponalo Island in Galapagos, South America

Included Activities

Included Activities at Yacht Anahi (7 Nights)
Aboard the Yacht Anahi you can enjoy many shore excursions as part of your cruise experience, and of course, all onboard meals and soft drinks are also included. Experience the Galapagos Islands with a bilingual naturalist and local assistant as you soak up the diverse fauna of the archipelago, as well as striking volcanic features and places of historic interest. To find more information please visit: www.yachtanahi.com/itineraries/b-8-days/b1-west.html

Included Activities at Petrel (7 Nights)
Aboard the Petrel you can enjoy many shore excursions as part of your cruise experience, and of course, all onboard meals and soft drinks are also included. Experience the Galapagos Islands with a bilingual naturalist and local assistant as you soak up the diverse fauna of the archipelago, as well as striking volcanic features and places of historic interest. To find more information please visit: www.haugancruises.com/petrel-galapagos-cruise/itinerary.html

Hotel Options

Yacht Anahi 1 – Opt 1

Room	Standard Room
Meals	Full Board & Activities
Style	Cruise

Petrel – Opt 2

Room	Staterooms
Meals	Full Board & Activities
Style	Cruise

Day 10 - 13

Flight from Baltra to Quito with a stopover in Guayaquil

Private transfer from Quito to Otavalo (100 km, 1 hr)

Otavalo

3 Nights

Otavalo is a quaint and largely indigenous town in the Imbabura province to the north of Quito.

Included Activities

Included at Hacienda Cusin
Guests at Hacienda Cusin can enjoy exploring the over 5 acres of extensive perennial gardens resplendent with flowers, hundreds of trees and dozens of lovely ponds, cobblestone paths and patios. Guests also have access to the game room, squash and basketball courts.

Included at Hacienda Zuleta
Enjoy short hikes, try to catch sight of the countless birds around the property, visit the cheese factory and learn more about Zuleta´s semi-aged, handmade Ecuadorian cheeses and how the process has changed throughout history. Visit the organic garden, where you can learn more about permaculture and see where the ingredients for your menu originate. You can explore the farm operation, feed calves, talk to the vaqueros (local cowboys) or watch our horsemen training young fillies.

Oatvala 1 hr Horseback (If you stay at Hacienda Cusin)
A great way to explore the property and surrounds, enjoy a short horseback ride at Hacienda Cusin. (Duration 1 hr)

1-2 hr Horseback Riding (If you stay at Hacienda Zuleta)
On this brief horse riding adventure, peek into Ecuador’s equestrian culture in the highlands. Even a short ride has its particular beauty and charm as you venture into valleys surrounded by dramatic mountains. (Duration 1-2 hrs; includes local guide, half chaps, helmets, rain ponchos and a saddle bag)

Hotel Options

Hacienda Cusin – Opt 1

Room	Hacienda Cusín-Sierra
Meals	Full Board
Style	Farmhouse / Estancia

Hacienda Zuleta – Opt 2

Room	Hacienda Zuleta-Standard
Meals	Full Board
Style	Farmhouse / Estancia

Day 13 - 14

Private Transfer from Otavalo to Quito (100 km, 1 hr)

Drive from Quito to Papallacta (75 km, 1.5 hrs)

Papallacta

1 Night

Relax in the famous hot springs and enjoy the breathtaking vista of the majestic Andes at Papallacta, a small town located 60 kilometers from Quito.

Included Activities

Discover Ecuador’s chocolate trail
Travel through the Andean Highlands to the Amazon Rainforest to experience a day with an indigenous community and learn everything about the origin and cultivation of cocoa beans. Spot some petroglyphs on a hike along an ancestral trace, which is known as the Sacred Valley of the Anaconda and was inhabited by the native cultures for thousands of years. After lunch, You will be introduced to the secrets of chocolate production, through visiting a cocoa plantation, harvesting the precious bean and making your own delicious hot chocolate! In the evening, continue your scenic journey through the Andes to the Papallacta Hot Springs Spa & Resort. (Lunch included. Private Activity)

Hotel Options

Papallacta Spa & Resort – Opt 1

Room	Standard Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Resort

Day 14 - 14

Drive from Papallacta to Quito (75 km, 1.5 hrs)

Quito

0 Nights

Included Activities

Chocolate treats and hot springs
Treat yourself with a chocolate body wrap! This wrap moisturizes your skin, while the antioxidant properties will let it glow. After that, relax at the resort’s private hot springs. After lunch departure to Quito. (Lunch included. Private Activity)

Transfer to the Airport

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 9,190 /person
Option 2 From $ 13,390 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip

Not Included

Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
Tips and personal expenses
Visa and tourism fees
Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
International airfare

Ecuador: Galapagos, Traditions and Chocolate

Itinerary Summary

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Itinerary Details

Quito

Galápagos

Otavalo

Papallacta

Quito

Price & Inclusions

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