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Baños & Amazon 4-day tour from Cuenca or Quito
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4 Days
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Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview
We take you to some of the most important attractions in Ecuador, including Inca ruins, the Devil's Nose Mountain, Avenue of the Volcanoes, Baños and waterfalls route, a canoe ride, and Inchinduris viewpoint in the Amazon. This is a perfect opportunity to appreciate the contrasts and diversity of this country.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 3-nights accommodation
- Professional Guide/Driver
- Gratuities (Optional)
Meeting And Pickup
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What To Expect
Cuenca - Ingapirca - Riobamba
2 Stops
Ingapirca
In the morning your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or meeting place. We will then take you on a 90-minute drive to Ingapirca. On the way, you will experience the enchanting highlands and beautiful scenery of the Southern Andes of Ecuador. Ingapirca is the most important Inca structure in the country. It consists of a main elliptical platform known as the “Sun’s Temple”. Alongside are courtyards, terraces, and various other ruins we will also explore.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Colta
After lunch at a local restaurant, we will continue on the Pan-American highway to Riobamba. Along the way, we will stop at Colta, a small town where the Spanish founded the first city in Ecuador. Here you will also find "Balbanera" the first catholic church built by the Spanish. We will also visit a local artisan that makes "Tagua crafts" also known as natural ivory.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at Casa 1881 or similar
Meals : Lunch
Riobamba - Baños - Route of the Waterfalls
1 Stop
Banos
Drive from Riobamba to Baños through the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Weather permitting, we will admire the snow-capped mountains. This includes Tungurugua, Altar, and Chimborazo, the highest peak in Ecuador. Upon arrival in Baños, we will visit the Tree House with the swing of the "End of the World". Later on, we will drive for about an hour, making several stops along the "Route of the Waterfalls". After a two-kilometer hike we will reach the “Pailon del Diablo” waterfall, one of the ten largest waterfalls found in Ecuador. We will then check you in at your hotel. You are free to enjoy the rest of the afternoon at the hot springs or take a walk to explore the city and surroundings on your own.
7 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at Isla de Baños or similar
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Puyo and the Amazon Rainforest
1 Stop
Puyo
We will visit Puyo and Cotococha area to immerse ourselves into the Amazon Rainforest. Once there, we will visit a local Quichua family to learn about their traditions and culture. We will also have the opportunity to take a smooth canoe ride down the river with a local expert guide (This activity is optional). Later we will have the chance to visit the "Yanacocha Rescue Center". Here you will not only be able to see the local fauna but also learn about the important work being done to benefit its conservation.
7 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight at Isla de Baños or similar
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Baños - Devil's Nose Mountain - Cuenca
1 Stop
Alausi
We will leave early in the morning to Alausi. In this charming town, you will take the train known as "The Devil’s Nose". In its day it was considered one of the greatest feats of engineering that the world had ever seen. This railway was built in 1899 with the intent of linking the coastal city of Guayaquil with the highlands capital of Quito. This amazing ride traverses and descends an almost perpendicular mountain face by using switchbacks. After a trip full of adventure and culture, we will return to Cuenca.
9 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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