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From the Andes to the sea of Galapagos

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Among colourful local craft markets in the shadow of mighty volcanoes, explore Ecuador and retrace its colonial history in the most fascinating historical centres. Discover the Andes landscapes from national parks to superb Galapagos. Keep reading

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Quito

Chocolate and high-altitude traditions

2 Nights

Quito's Cathedral
Quito by night
La Mitad del Mundo
Quito historic centre
Colonial houses

Quito is the high-altitude capital of Ecuador: at 2,850 metres above sea level, this city can excite you in different ways, from the baroque churches of the colonial historic centre to La Mariscal, the nightlife district, but not before going on a cable car excursion.
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Otavalo

The largest textile market in South America

2 Nights

The Otavalo market
The landscape of Otavalo
The traditional fabrics of Otavalo
Local at the textile market
Market in Otavalo

Shop for artisan products in South America's largest textile market.
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Cotopaxi

The ice volcano in the heart of the Andes

2 Nights

Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park at sunset
Cotopaxi National Park

Cotopaxi National Park is one of the most important natural points of interest throughout Ecuador.
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Chimborazo

Llamas and alpacas at the foot of Chimborazo

2 Nights

The Chimborazo volcano
The nature of the Chimborazo reserve
Panorama of Chimborazo

Close to the colourful city of Riobamba, the Chimborazo Wildlife Reserve is an unspoilt natural oasis at the foot of Mount Chimborazo - the highest in the country - and is a perfect destination for animal lovers and adventurers.
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Cuenca

A dip in the colonial history of Cuenca

2 Nights

Immaculate Cathedral
El Cajas National Park
The lamas of the El Cajas National Park
Rio Tomebamba

Cuenca is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and perhaps one of the most beautiful cities in Ecuador, an authentic colonial jewel full of life thanks to the numerous young people who study at its university.
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Guayaquil

A picturesque Ecuadorian city

2 Nights

View on Guayaquil
The Parque Historico
Guayaquil at sunset
The Las Penas neighborhood

Founded in the 16th century, Guayaquil is an Ecuadorian city with strong colonial testimonies, characterised by very narrow streets and colourful perched houses.
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Galapagos Cruise

Sailing to discover an open-air laboratory

4 Nights

Galapagos Islands
Galapagos iguanas
View of Moreno Point
Cruising the Galapagos
View from the top of the Galapagos
The marine fauna of the Galapagos
Crab in Galapagos
Iguana in Galapagos Islands
A sea lion in Galapagos
Natural landscape of Galapagos
Turtle in Galapagos Islands
Sea lion in Galapagos Islands
Nature of Galapagos Islands

Discover the "enchanted islands" off the Pacific by boarding a cruise.
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Guayaquil

1 Night

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