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9-Day Epic Ecuador Cycling Quest

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Ecuador

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Tour Summary

Prepare for an unparalleled biking adventure with our Epic Ecuador Cycling Quest. This nine-day tour takes you through the fantastic landscapes of Ecuador, from the majestic Andes to the vibrant streets of Quito and beyond. Experience the thrill of mountain biking across diverse terrains, exploring everything from serene cloud forests to the volcanic slopes of the Cotopaxi Volcano. Revel in the rich cultural tapestry of Ecuador, meeting local communities and diving into the history that shapes this beautiful country. This tour is not just about cycling; it’s a full immersion into Ecuador’s natural wonders and cultural heritage, tailored for those who seek both adventure and insight.

Highlights

Quito Exploration
Urban and mountain biking in Quito, including trails like the Metropolitan Park and exclusive downhill routes.
Local Farm in Salinas
Cultural experiences in Salinas de Bolívar, including local farm tours and community engagement.
Cotopaxi Adventure
Adventures in Cotopaxi Bike Park and down the Cotopaxi Volcano, including thrilling rides through unique volcanic landscapes.
Enduro Rides
Scenic enduro rides across Bolívar province, mixing physical challenges with breathtaking views.

Reviews

    
 
 
      
 
   Jennifer F 
 12/09/2025
 
 
    Beautiful, Safe, Ecuador! Get your cameras ready!!
Rebecca Adventure Travel worked with us to customize a 15 day, self-driven tour from the top of the country to the bottom of the country within the Ecuadorian Andes mountains. It’s was a fast paced trip but so worth being able to see the center of the country as well as some of own adventures. We planned the trip well in advance and selected each destination with purpose. Rebecca Adventure Travel did the rest. Fine hotels, excellent guides, car rental, attractions, some meals, and they provided FULL TIME guidance throughout the trip. We are well pleased with the team, communication was excellent and the hotels were beyond our expectations. We will use Rebecca Adventure Travel again and highly recommend their services. Many thanks to Maggie, Guillermo, Miguel, Katie!!
  
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   petinab2017 
 02/09/2025
 
 
    A trip to remember!
We booked the 23-Day Complete Ecuador & Galapagos tour through Juan in the Rebecca office. From the start there was clear communication and a helpful attitude, nothing was a problem. This continued throughout the whole trip. The guides were awesome and Carlos and the Operations team were always on call to help us if we needed it. This was a fantastic tour which covered all the main attractions including a week in the Galapagos islands which was amazing. I highly recommend Rebecca Adventure Travel!
  
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   Experience254329 
 13/08/2025
 
 
    Zorgeloos reizen in Ecuador!
Met Rebbeca’s Adventure traveling een individuele reis geboekt. 26 dagen Ecuador en de Galapagos eilanden en o.a. Quito, Mindo, Amazone, heetwaterbronnen, Cuenca, Baños en nog veel meer. Wat een fantastische reis hadden we. Eerst met ons gezin en halverwege sloten onze vrienden vanuit Aruba aan. Alles was perfect geregeld. Eigen busje met vaste gids en chauffeur. Bij iedere volgende locatie een update vanaf kantoor met de details voor de volgende bestemming. Hierdoor hadden we een zorgeloze tijd en hebben we Ecuador echt mogen leren kennen en beleven! Een volgende keer weten we jullie weer te vinden!
  
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  Tripadvisor rating score: 4.9 of 5, 
based on 588 reviews

Prices

Prices, based on number of guests, start at:

2 guests	USD 4,169 p.p.
4 or more guests	USD 3,907 p.p.

Gallery

Cyclist riding along a dirt trail before snow-capped volcano during an exhilarating Biking Cotopaxi tour in Ecuador

Mountain biker riding along high Andean plains with snow capped peaks during Biking Cotopaxi

Historic San Francisco church illuminated at twilight in Quito before starting an extended Galapagos tour from Quito

Illuminated historic San Francisco plaza in Quito before a Galapagos tour from Quito

Mountain biker riding along a rocky mountain ridge during an extreme Chimborazo cycling adventure in Ecuador

Mountain biker navigating a rocky ridge during an exhilarating Chimborazo cycling tour

Cyclists riding down a dirt road bordered by lush green rainforest on an Ecuador cloudforest cycling tour adventure

Cyclists riding down a winding jungle trail during an Ecuador cloudforest cycling tour

Mountain bikers riding along a grassy ridge with snowcapped Cotopaxi volcano in the background during an Ecuador tour

Mountain biking down high highland ridges with snowcapped Cotopaxi volcano in the background

Mountain bikers riding down a steep forest singletrack trail on an action-packed Ecuador Enduro cycling adventure

Extreme mountain bikers navigating a steep dirt singletrack during Ecuador Enduro cycling

Cyclists pedaling along a mountain trail past high high-altitude paramo plains on an Ecuador andes cycling tour

Cyclists navigating scenic high-altitude mountain trails during an Ecuador andes cycling adventure

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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DAY 1: Arrive in Quito
An English-speaking guide will drive you from Quito International Airport to your hotel, where you will assemble your bicycles. We recommend arriving at least one day early to acclimate to the altitude.
- Activity:Arrival.
- Transport:Car.
- Accommodation:Ilalo Garden Hotel or similar.
DAY 2: Urban Single-Track in Quito
Begin your exciting mountain biking trip in Ecuador with an exceptional breakfast at the first South American city declared a World Heritage Site. The Metropolitan Park trail system in the heart of this historic city sets the stage for our first morning, offering a chance to adapt to the altitude and experience Ecuadorian trail engineering.
After a gourmet lunch at Quito’s Historic Center, we head to the city’s TelefériQo. Located high up in the Pichincha volcano, the cable car leads to exclusive mountain biking trails. We will tackle the Fort Williams descent, featuring over 3,000 ft of adrenaline and panoramic city views, inspiring us for the adventures ahead.
Distance: 12 mi / 16.4 km. Maximum altitude: 10,500 ft / 3,200 m. Ascent: 800 ft / 250 m. Descent: 5,000 ft / 1800 m. Hours on the bike: 4 hours.
Maps: Part 1, Part 2
- Activity:Exploring. Biking.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
- Accommodation:Ilalo Garden Hotel or similar.
DAY 3: Cotopaxi Bike Park
On the second day of our cycling adventure in Ecuador, guests will embark on a picturesque one-and-a-half-hour trip to the Cotopaxi Bike Park at the foot of the imposing Cotopaxi Volcano. This enduro paradise features singletrack trails winding through native humid forests, composed of soft volcanic soil. Participants will explore multiple trails, each offering between 300 and 400 meters of descent, completing about four exciting descents before lunch. Afterward, guests can perfect their skills on the jump lines, enjoy laps on the pump track, or continue exploring the trails for more thrilling rides.
Distance: 14 mi / 22.4 km. Maximum altitude: 13,500 ft / 4,100 m. Ascent: 350 ft / 125 m. Descent: 3,500 ft / 1,060 m.
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- Activity:Biking.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
- Accommodation:El Rondador Hotel or similar.
DAY 4: Freeride Madness at Cotopaxi Volcano
Every corner of the globe boasts a legendary landmark that beckons thrill-seekers from far and wide. In Ecuador, the awe-inspiring Cotopaxi Volcano’s glacial vistas have enchanted souls for ages with its remarkably gentle volcanic terrain. Brave souls who venture here will discover the exhilaration of conquering the three daring freeride trails of Cotopaxi, each offering over 1,000 meters of heart-pounding descent. These trails are adorned with breathtaking natural wonders, from towering rock formations to cascading lava streams, promising an unmatched freeriding escapade and endless joy for riders of every caliber.
Maps: Part 1, Part 2
- Activity:Biking.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
- Accommodation:El Rondador Hotel or similar.
DAY 5: Bolívar Enduro Pack
Today, our guests will indulge in a leisurely morning, savoring a delightful breakfast and preparing for a journey to a hidden gem known as a haven for mountain biking enthusiasts: Bolívar province. Anticipate our arrival by 2 pm, granting two hours of relaxation before delving into the enchanting town of Salinas de Bolívar. In Salinas, we will delve into the local culture through a farm tour, offering a firsthand glimpse into the region’s customs and lifestyle. This encounter will tantalize our taste buds for the upcoming gastronomic delights that define Salinas.
- Activity:Transfer. Tasting.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast.
- Accommodation:La Guilena Hotel or similar.
DAY 6: Touching the Sun on Chimborazo Volcano Downhill
Ecuador’s tallest volcano and the closest point to the sun on Earth has a rich geography. In the past two decades, its 20-kilometer route has been revived by local mountain bikers, transforming it into a trail of adrenaline and adventure. Guests will start their descent from 4,500 m.a.s.l., traversing volcanic landscapes and open plains, concluding their journey at 2,300 m. This trail, one of our favorites, offers a thrilling sporting challenge and a deep dive into Ecuador’s history and culture.
Distance: 17 mi / 28 km. Maximum altitude: 15,500 ft / 4,600 m. Ascent: 700 ft / 220 m. Descent: 5,000 ft / 1,800 m. Time on the bike: 8h.
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- Activity:Climbing. Biking.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
- Accommodation:La Guilena Hotel or similar.
DAY 7: Bolívar Cloud Forest (Mama Rumi DH)
Mama Rumi is a world-renowned mountain bike trail that evokes deep emotion in our team, transporting us to the cloud forests of Bolívar. Once a vital agricultural route, it faded with modern roads but was revived by smugglers during prohibition. Rediscovered by cyclists after 75 years of obscurity, the trail descends over 2,100 meters in just 11 kilometers. Today, it offers an epic adventure, blending history, culture, and nature as riders traverse lush cloud forests and jungles on an adrenaline-filled journey through time.
Distance: 8 mi / 13 km. Maximum altitude: 10,500 ft / 3200 m. Ascent: 150 ft / 50 m. Descent: 7,200 ft / 2200 m. Time on the bike: 6 hours.
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- Activity:Biking. Sightseeing.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
- Accommodation:La Guilena Hotel or similar.
DAY 8: Final Dinner in Quito
We’ll start the final day of your mountain biking vacation in Ecuador with breakfast. Next is the return journey to Quito, where we will pack our bicycles. Back in the country’s capital city, we’ll enjoy an incredible dinner to close out this tour with an authentic meal.
- Activity:Transfer.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast. Dinner.
- Accommodation:Ilalo Garden Hotel or similar.
DAY 9: Saying Farewell
An English-speaking guide will pick you up at your hotel three hours before your departing flight and drive you to Quito International Airport.
- Activity:Transfer.
- Transport:Car.
- Meal:Breakfast.

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Inclusions

High-end enduro bikes.
Meals as described in the itinerary.
Accommodation in a double room.
Transfers as described in the itinerary.
Professional, English-speaking guide during tours.
National Parks Fee.
All activities as described in the itinerary.
Entrance fees as described in the itinerary.
24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.

Exclusions

Optional tips for the guide.
Food and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses.
Personal travel and health insurance.

Accommodations

Modern hotel facade with stone accents and wooden pergola porch during a luxury stay at Ilaló Garden Hotel in Ecuador

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

📍 Quito

Ilalo Garden Hotel

Tranquil boutique hotel in Tumbaco featuring lush hummingbird gardens, spa, and dining.

Lush Gardens
Full Spa
Onsite Dining

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

📍 Cotopaxi

Rondador Cotopaxi

Rustic mountain lodge at the foot of Cotopaxi National Park offering guided tours.

Volcano Views
Rustic Lodge
Guided Tours

★ ★ ★ ★

📍 Guaranda

La Guilena Las Cochas

Charming agritourism retreat in Guaranda featuring farm activities, nature, and scenic views.

Agritourism farm
Nature Retreat
Family friendly

Additional Information

Prices may vary, especially during high season. Tours are customizable, and final rates will be confirmed at booking.
To enter Ecuador, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended departure from the country.
Rebecca Adventure Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
Inform yourself about food safety when traveling to tropical countries. Take the necessary precautions to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat street food, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
It is important to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform the team of any known medical conditions you have.
Rebecca Adventure Travel is not responsible for any illnesses, missed meals, or tours resulting from illness.
Important things to bring: Warm, windproof, and waterproof clothing, appropriate shoes or boots, water, sunblock, sunglasses, pocket money, and a passport.
Bring a rain poncho (or buy one in Ecuador) and take it with you for activities, because the weather in the rainforest can change suddenly, and you might get wet.
Please bring some plastic bags to protect your camera and important documents, passport, and ID from the rain.
If you enjoy animal-watching, please bring binoculars (10×40 are much better).

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9-Day Epic Ecuador Cycling Quest

Tour Summary

Highlights

Reviews

Prices

Gallery

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive in Quito

DAY 2: Urban Single-Track in Quito

DAY 3: Cotopaxi Bike Park

DAY 4: Freeride Madness at Cotopaxi Volcano

DAY 5: Bolívar Enduro Pack

DAY 6: Touching the Sun on Chimborazo Volcano Downhill

DAY 7: Bolívar Cloud Forest (Mama Rumi DH)

DAY 8: Final Dinner in Quito

DAY 9: Saying Farewell

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Inclusions

Exclusions