Quito’s “Mariscal Sucre“ International Airport (UIO) is one of the busiest airports in South America, and the best one in the region at the 2019 at the World Travel Awards. It’s located about 11 miles east of the city.

Quito is the capital and the largest city in Ecuador (population: 2.7M). At 9,350 ft. above sea level it’s the highest (constitutional) capital city in the world.

A beautiful and strategically-located hotel in Downtown Quito awaits with free high speed wifi, in-room coffee and tea, a plush duvet, and your choice of pillows.

Quito was the first city to be declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site because it has the largest, least-altered and best preserved historic center in the Americas. In last year’s World Travel Awards, Quito won the 1st place for Cultural Destination in South America!

Know as La Basilica, is the most important work of neo-Gothic Ecuadorian architecture and is one of the most representative of the Americas. It is the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the New World. The building is noted for its grotesques in the form of native Ecuadorian animals such as armadillos, iguana, and Galapagos tortoises.

La Plaza de la Independencia (or Plaza Grande) is the principal square of Quito, where the Presidential Palace, City Hall and Cathedral are located.

Known simply as La Catedral, is the Catholic cathedral in Quito, which makes it the seniormost Catholic church in the country.

Known as La Compania, is a Jesuit church best-known because of its large central nave, which is profusely decorated with gold leaf, gilded plaster and wood carvings. This is one of the most significant works of Spanish Baroque architecture in South America. It is Quito’s most ornate church and (according to many) the country's most beautiful.

Commonly known as “San Francisco“, is a 16th-century Roman Catholic complex. It fronts onto its namesake Plaza de San Francisco. The imposing structure has the distinction of being the largest architectural ensemble among the historical structures of colonial Latin America. The style evolved over almost 150 years of construction through earthquakes and changes in artistic fashion.

A 148 ft tall stone monument of a madonna which was assembled on a high pedestal on the top of Panecillo hill. Locals claim that she is the only one in the world with wings like an angel. This hill and the virgin can be seen from anywhere in Quito’s Historic Center.

Enjoy a traditional menu while enjoying arguably the best view of Old Town by night

This gondola lift runs from the edge of the city centre up the Pichincha Volcano. It’s one of the highest aerial lifts in the world, rising from 10,226 to 12,943 ft. The ascent takes about 20 mins. and is rewarded with the most amazing cloud-high views of Quito and the surrounding mountains, volcanoes and sky-capped peaks.

Pululahua Crater is one of only two volcanic craters inhabited in the world, and the only one that is farmed. The land here is extremely fertile because it is volcanic soil. The caldera of this extinct volcano is approximately 3 miles wide, one of the largest volcanic craters in the planet.

Its structure resembles a castle, and is the home of a temple that reveres the Sun like Ecuadorian pre-Columbian indigenous did, and at the same time it’s a museum and art repository for the famous Ecuadorian artist that constructed and owns this complex.

This onsite museum located right on top or the Equator Line features interactive exhibits on how the Incas determined the middle of the Earth, plus interesting science experiments such as balancing an egg on a nail and the affects of the Coriolis force on earth.

The grounds of this “city” contain the Monument to the Equator, which highlights the exact location of the Equator (from which the country takes its name) and commemorates the 18th century Franco-Spanish Geodesic Mission which fixed its approximate location. The complex includes museums, interactive exhibits, restaurants, shops, etc

This is a 2h10m flight, and the price is included in your package. Baltra Island is home to Galapagos’s main airport.

This First Class 20-passenger yacht is chartered exclusively for our group. Onboard amenities include private ensuite bathrooms, A/C, an ample sundeck with recliners and shaded area, dining room, bar and lounge, and complimentary snorkeling equipment.

Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz and see the Galápagos giant tortoise in its natural surroundings.

Explore the area and its incredible underground lava tunnels – some are more than 0.6 miles long! Wander along the volcanic tubes and keep an eye out for the (mainly) nocturnal barn owls that sometimes roost here.

This island features a unique reddish landscape with trails that lead to a saltwater lagoon and where the revered ‘palo santo’ trees grow, followed by snorkeling off the beach.

This island features distinctive lava formations and ash-cones, as well as a 375-step wooden ladder that takes you 114 meters above sea level to the top of the volcano, were a spectacular view of the bays below awaits you. The prominent Pinnacle Rock is located on this island, and is one of the most visited and photographed sites in Galapagos.

One of the smallest islands in the Galápagos. Walk along a path through a cactus forest and view a combination of dry and coastal vegetation on this lively island, home to a wide range of fauna, including incredible birdlife and sea lions playing in the waters.

Trek toward the cliffs along the island's northern shore to see a forest of giant prickly pear cacti (Opuntia). See endemic land iguanas lounging in their favorite forest.

Enjoy amazing wildlife watching and interesting geological formations on this fascinating expedition. Made up of volcanic tuff substrate, it's the only site in the Galápagos where it's possible to see three species of boobies and two species of frigatebirds. Great snorkeling opportunity.

Explore its coastline, and look for wildlife on the beach, in the water, and in the air. Take a refreshing dip in the turquoise water, and head out on a short walk to a freshwater lagoon – a great place to see flamingos.

Explore this tiny island off San Cristobal by foot and boat for some great wildlife encounters. Spot a small colony of blue-footed boobies as well as two species of sea lions. Snorkel right off the beach amid the families of sea lions and their inquisitive pups looking to play.

Private ground transportation (approx. 90 minutes from Quito’s airport) to the magnificent 300-year-old Hacienda Pinsaqui boutique hotel off the quaint Andean town of Cotacachi. End the day with dinner in the hacienda’s dining room.

Is a non-profit wildlife refuge for owls and raptors, including the endangered condor, one of Ecuador’s most important symbols. This is not only a great place to enjoy astounding 360° panoramic views of the San Pablo lake and the Imbabura volcano, but also to raise awareness about the importance of environmental conservation.

One of the largest and most famous markets in South America. The indigenous Otavalo people are famed for weaving textiles, usually made of wool, which are sold at the world-famous Saturday market. In this artisan market you will find anything from jewelry, clothing, and traditional home décor to (fake) shrunken heads.

Enjoy a free afternoon to shop and wander around this little artisan town, ffamous for its leather goods and handicrafts. The city of Cotacachi holds a UNESCO medal for being free of illiteracy. In 2000 the entire canton was declared the first ecological county of South America.

The name of this crater lake comes from the guinea pig shape of the largest Island in the middle of it. These animals play a significant part in the everyday life of Ecuadorians, as they reproduce rapidly and need a minimum of food and care to survive. They make for a high protein meal especially for populations living in high altitude.

At La Mirage Garden Hotel and Spa, one of the country’s finest hotels.

On our way to Quito’s airport (approx. 90 minutes) for your international flight back home, and depending on everybody’s flight times, we might surprise you with a stop or two along the way.