'Independent trips' are where you travel as part of your own group on all or some of the trip.
Best bits
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Stay in a 400-year-old hacienda
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Snow-capped Cayambe volcano
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Cross the equator
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Visit the ‘middle of the world’
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Cayambe town
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Otavalo’s traditional culture
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South America’s largest market
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Description
Journey from Quito deep into the Ecuadorian Andes for a short tour of Cayambe and Otavalo, two largely indigenous, highland towns. They are both surrounded by towering, snow-capped volcanic peaks and as well as spectacular scenery are bastions of traditional culture, too. The drive to Cayambe is exciting in itself, as you cross the equator and pass Pululahua Crater. Your first night in the region will be spent in the 400-year-old Hacienda Guachala, a charming residence, which started life in Inca times. The 5790m Cayambe Volcano dominates the area and you’ll have the option to take 4WD trips, horse ride and visit the Cayambe Volcano Refuge or ruins of Cochasaqui. Next move onto Otavalo, a town rightly famous for its crafts market, the largest in South America. You should see many locals proudly wearing colourful traditional dress and your local guide will help steer you in the direction of the town’s sights and best shopping spots as well.
What’s included
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1 night hacienda, 1 night hotel
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All land transport within tour
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Professional local guides
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Visit the Mitad del Mundo, Calderon & Pululahua craters
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Tour Cayambe & Otavalo with a local guide
Tour Fact File
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Group size
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Minimum 1 |
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Age
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Minimum 12 |
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Single Room Option
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Not available |
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Independent
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All or most of the trip will be without a group or a tour leader. |
International flight price
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From £660
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Arrival & Departure airport
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Quito (UIO) |
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Guaranteed trip
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Departure dates are on a request basis only. We will verify with our suppliers that the space is available and will get back to you within 24 hours.
Once your tour has been confirmed it is guaranteed to run giving you peace of mind when booking flights. |
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Please note
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The tour starts at 9am on day 1. A night pre tour accommodation in Quito is recommended due to the early start. Every 2 children aged 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult of 21 years or older.
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