Ecuador Volcanoes & Cloud Forest
Quito * Otavalo * Mindo * Papallacta * Quito
Explore small towns and villages of the Andes and immerse into local culture, learn about traditional handicrafts and folk art from local artisans, encounter volcanic craters, peaks and hotsprings, set foot in both hemispheres at the "middle of the earth," traverse a cloud forest with a local Naturalist
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- Welcome gift - Introductory Spanish lesson - Visit the Village of Calderãn for a folk art demonstration - Visit San Pablo Lake - Spend 2 nights in an historic Hacienda - Explore the Otavalo handicraft market and watch artisans at work - Boat tour on Cuicocha Lake volcanic crater - Visit a traditional leather town - Visit the "Mitad del Mundo" monument at the Equator line and perform experiments that can only be done at the middle of the earth - Spend 2 nights in a cloud forest lodge near Mindo and go birdwatching with a Naturalist - Learn about orchids with a local expert at an orchid farm - Overnight at the Papallacta hot springs.
- Discovery Adventures guide throughout.
- 7 Breakfasts, 1 dinner.
- Private van, boat.
- Comfort hotels (3 nts), historic hacienda (2 nts), cloud forest lodge (2 nts).
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Day 1 Quito - Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Days 2-3 Otavalo (2B) - Introductory Spanish lesson then visit the Village of Calderãn for a folk art demonstration, continue to Otavalo with a stop at San Pablo Lake. Visit the famous handicraft market and watch local artisans at work and stay 2 nights at an historic Hacienda. On day 3, visit Cuicocha Lake for a boat ride inside a volcanic crater before visiting Cotacachi, a town famous for its handcrafted traditional leather wares.
Days 4-5 Mindo (2B) - Travel to the "Mitad del Mundo" monument at the Equator line and preform experiments that are only possible at the middle of the earth then on to the cloud forest area of Mindo. Explore the forest with a local Naturalist to spot birds and learn about this amazing eco-system. We also visit an orchid farm where a local expert teaches us about these exquisite plants. Option to visit a butterfly farm.
Days 6-7 Papallacta/Quito (2B, 1D) - Continue to the Papallacta Hot Springs, for on-site hot springs and optional spa treatments and hiking excursions. Plenty of time to soak, relax and enjoy the mountain views before returning to Quito on day 7 for our farewell dinner.
Day 8 Quito (B) - Depart at any time.
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Quote Ref: 2180562
| Available Dates | from |
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| 21 Apr 12 to 28 Dec 13 | £649 |
- Prices are per person and based on twin share.
- All tour itineraries and inclusions are subject to change at the discretion of the tour operator; you will of course be advised of changes as they become available.
- Allow USD185-225 for meals not included.
