Tread the narrow, cobblestone streets of colonial Quito. Wander through the sprawling, colorful marketplace at Otavalo. Explore the charming, rural countryside of the Valley of the Volcanoes,and take a thrilling train ride through the Andes Mountains via the Devil's Nose to Cuenca in the southern highlands. Roam the market stalls in colonial Cuenca, and all along the way, stay in quaint, historic hostelries. Now you will have an understanding of Ecuador's rich colonial past and vibrant present. EcoAdventures' innovative routing in Ecuador combines these unique elements into ten fabulous days of history, handicrafts, country inns and memories!

Basic Quito
3-Day Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Quito, capital of Ecuador. Meeting service at the airport and transfer* to your selected hotel.

Day 2: Quito City Tour** - Drive around the colonial center of Quito to see the carved stone facade of the House of Congress, which depicts scenes from Ecuadorian history. Facing the Presidential Palace and the Cathedral, Independence Square precedes a stop at the Church of La Compania (dating from 1605) with its breathtaking gilded altars. Finally, stop at the arts and crafts gallery of Tianquez. (B)

Day 3: Depart Quito - Transfer to the airport, or extend your stay in Ecuador with additional optional destinations to the Galapagos Islands and/or rainforest expeditions into the Napo River. (B)

**City Tour operates MON-SAT only on a semi-private basis.

Rates Per Person	1 pax	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax	Otavalo Indian Girl
Full-Day Otavalo Market tour with lunch (Saturdays  & Wednesdays only) Tours via seat-in-car/van/motorcoach with guide.	$120
Tours via Private Vehicle with Driver & Guide	1 pax	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax
3-hour Equator Monument tour	$137	78	72	57
Full-Day Otavalo Market tour with lunch (Daily)	$205	218	198	183
Otavalo Overnight tour with Hacienda Pinsaqui or Hosteria Cusin	$1075	625	555	450
Otavalo Overnight tour with La Mirage	$1415	799	645	625
Mindo Valley & Bellavista Cloud Forest Overnight tour (1 breakfast, 2 lunches & 1 dinner) (Mon/Wed/Fri)	$1320	945	815	740

Otavalo Overnight Tour
2-Day Extension - Daily Departures

Day 1: Quito to Otavalo - Drive north through the Awakening Valley to Ibarra, noted for wood carvers and artisans. Stops will be made en route at the bread-doll factories of Calderon and San Pablo Lake. Take time to explore and shop, and by all means, bargain! Overnight at the 16th century Pinsaqui Hacienda. This colonial gem is complete with its own quiet chapel, library with fireplace and more than a dozen comfortable, antique colonial rooms. Upgrade is quoted for La Mirage. Lunch and dinner are included. (B, L, D)

Day 2: Otavalo Market/Return to Quito - After an early breakfast, head to the renowned market at Otavalo. Woven textiles, embroidery, ceramic pots, jewelry, leather goods, belts, bread dough figurines, ponchos, hammocks and hand-knit wool sweaters are only a hint of what you’ll find. Bargain, bargain, bargain! Enjoy a delicious lunch before your return drive to Quito. Overnight in selected hotel in Quito is NOT included. (B, L)