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19-Day Relax Ecuador

19-Day Ecuador Family Quest

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Location icon Ecuador
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Tour Summary

Experience the land of contrasts with this comprehensive tour across three of Ecuador’s distinct regions, each offering unique biodiversity and cultural experiences. Led by expert bilingual guides, this adventure unfolds with exciting activities like canoe excursions, jungle hikes, and river rafting. The thrills are balanced by peaceful visits to iconic Andean sites and relaxing dips in natural hot springs. Discover historical sites and vibrant indigenous markets during city trips to Quito and Cuenca, where you’ll engage with local communities and learn about their traditions.

Highlights

  • check Amazon Rainforest

    Explore the rainforest with the bilingual guide and listen to his tales and knowledge.

  • check Isla de la Plata

    Spot the Humpback Whales from June to September, and see the Blue Footed boobies, turtles and tropical fish.

  • check Quilotoa Lagoon

    One of the most beautiful lagoons in South America with its turquoise waters.

  • check Baños Rafting

    Rafting in the Pastaza River with level III/IV rapids.

Reviews

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Jennifer F 
 
12/09/2025
 
 
 
 
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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
 
 
 
 
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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
 
 
 
 
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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:
3 guestsUSD 4,258 p.p.
4 guestsUSD 3,709 p.p.
5 guestsUSD 3,533 p.p.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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  • DAY 1: Arrival to Quito

    Panoramic aerial view of urban cityscape spreading across rolling hills below Andean mountains in Quito - Ecuador

    Today your Relax Ecuador tour starts. Once you will arrive at Quito Airport, you will have a private transfer to your hotel.

    • Activity Activity:Transfer in.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Ikala or similar.

  • DAY 2: City Trip Quito – Equator Line – Pululahua Crater

    Local guide holding a tray of fresh exotic fruits at a colorful market stall during a immersive Quito Culinary tour

    After your breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start your Quito city tour. First, you will go to Panecillo Hill with its famous Virgin Mary statue. You will have an amazing view of the whole city. Then, you will visit the highlights of Quito’s Old Town, like the la Basilica church, the main squares, and the San Francisco church. After a typical Ecuadorian lunch, you will go to the Middle of the World Museum called Intiñan. After this, you will also visit the Pululahua crater, before you finally go back to Quito at the end of the day.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Ikala or similar.

  • DAY 3: Free Day Quito

    People relaxing in a green public plaza in front of a white colonial bell tower during a Quito Old Town walking tour

    Today you will have time to relax and explore Quito by yourself. For example, you can visit the Teleferico, the museum, or any other attractions the capital city of Ecuador offers. It is also possible to do an optional day tour. At 11:00 PM, a semi-private night bus will bring you to the Cuyabeno Reserve in the Amazon, which will take about 8 hours.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Bus.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Overnight during transportation.

  • DAY 4: Arrival to Cuyabeno

    4 Day Cuyabeno Amazon

    The bus you took the night before will bring you to the Cuyabeno Bridge, which is the starting point of your Amazon adventure. From here, you will have a canoe trip down the Cuyabeno River to the lodge. The guide will share information about the Reserve, important recommendations, and other tips to begin the two-hour navigation on the Cuyabeno River. Once you arrive at the lodge, you will be shown to your rooms, and you can relax a little before enjoying a delicious dinner.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring.
    • Transport Transport:Bus. Canoe.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Cuyabeno Eco-Lodge or similar.

  • DAY 5: Canoe Excursion – Amazon Hike – Animal Spotting

    Pink river dolphin leaping out of clear Amazon waters against a lush jungle backdrop during a Cuyabeno River excursion

    Early in the morning, you will go on a canoe excursion. During the brisk morning hours, you will have the best time to see the rainforest’s thriving activity. After breakfast, you will trek in the primary rainforest with the naturalist and native guides, who will explain more about the practical and medicinal uses of the plants. After lunch, you will go out either paddling or by motorized canoes to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Amazon, and try to find species of monkeys and dolphins. After having a nice dinner at the lodge, you will venture into the forest to find several species of insects and, with a bit of luck, different kinds of snakes or frogs.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Wildlife Watching.
    • Transport Transport:Canoe.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Cuyabeno Eco-Lodge or similar.

  • DAY 6: Kichwa Birdwatching Tower

    Squirrel monkey perching on tree branches in the jungle canopy during a visit to the Amazoonico Rescue Center in Napo

    An early activity will allow you to enjoy nature with a good chance to watch some playful monkeys and colorful birds. Then, you will return to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast, you will return to the forest, and the native guide will share his wealth of knowledge, showing the medicinal and practical uses of the rainforest’s flora and fauna. After your lunch, you will navigate along the Cuyabeno River. After that, you will visit the Kichwa Birdwatching Tower. Here, above the canopy, you can appreciate breathtaking views of the surrounding rainforest and observe a variety of species. After dinner, you will venture out on a night excursion to search for caimans (alligator family) and nocturnal birds.

    • Activity Activity:Bird-watching. Exploring. Hiking. Wildlife Watching.
    • Transport Transport:Canoe.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Cuyabeno Eco-Lodge or similar.

  • DAY 7: Cuyabeno – Papallacta

    Butterfly in the Amazon

    After breakfast, you will navigate once again along the Cuyabeno River towards the Kichwa Community, where your naturalist guide will explain the culture and traditions of the native people, from the past to the present. Then, you will travel by canoe down the river back to the Cuyabeno Bridge, from where you will take a bus to Papallacta. After 6 hours approximately, you will be dropped off at Papallacta, where you can enjoy the beautiful hot springs hotel.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Bus. Car. Canoe.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Spa Hotel Papallacta or similar.

  • DAY 8: Papallacta Hot Springs

    Papallacta Hot Springs

    Today, you can enjoy the hot springs of Papallacta and the surroundings. The Papallacta hot springs are one of the highlights of this Relax Ecuador tour. Additionally, there are some great self-guided hikes you can do, and a complete spa where you can enjoy some beauty treatments or massages. This relaxing time is well deserved after the Cuyabeno jungle adventure. At the end of the day, return to Quito in private transportation.

    • Activity Activity:Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Ikala or similar.

  • DAY 9: Condor Park – Otavalo – Peguche Waterfall

    On the ninth day of your Relax Ecuador Tour, you will be picked up from your hotel to go to Condor Park. Here, you will learn about the birds, and you can enjoy a bird show. After that, you will go to the Otavalo market, where you can walk through the market and enjoy the people and typical Ecuadorian products that they sell. After the market, you will go to the Peguche waterfall. Here you can enjoy the forest while you are hiking to the waterfall. At the end of the day, return to your hotel in Quito.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Sightseeing. Wildlife Watching.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Ikala or similar.

  • DAY 10: Cotopaxi Hiking / Biking / Horseback Riding

    Rider in a red jacket riding a dark horse across high Andean plains during a Cotopaxi horseback riding adventure

    After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel to go to Cotopaxi National Park. You can choose which activity you would like to do in the park. You can choose between horseback riding, mountain biking, or hiking. In the afternoon, you will be dropped off at a local hacienda where you can see alpacas and enjoy the beautiful mountains.

    • Activity Activity:Biking. Hiking. Horseback Riding.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hacienda Papagayo or similar.

  • DAY 11: Quilotoa Lagoon

    Pack horse grazing along the grassy ridge above the deep turquoise waters of Quilotoa Lagoon framed by mountain peaks

    In the morning, you will be picked up by your guide to drive for about 1,5 hours to go to the Quilotoa crater lagoon, which is a beautiful lagoon in the middle of the mountains with an amazing hike down the crater. After a local lunch, you will be brought to Baños, a little town between the Andes and the Amazon region, where you will stay for a couple of days. At night, the town is full of entertainment with pubs, restaurants, and bars, all within walking distance.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Sightseeing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Sangay or similar.

  • DAY 12: Baños Rafting – Biking

    Rafting in Baños

    The atmosphere in Baños is laid back and relaxed, and this is complemented by a sub-tropical climate. Today, you will go rafting at the Pastaza River with level III / IV rapids. Later in the afternoon, you can go biking. There is a beautiful route through the most impressive waterfalls of Ecuador, called Ruta de las Cascadas. You will bike this route without a guide, but you will be provided with a good bike and a helmet.

    • Activity Activity:Biking. Exploring. Rafting. Sightseeing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Posada J or similar.

  • DAY 13: Andes Route

    Ancient stone Temple of the Sun standing under a blue sky at the historic Ingapirca archaeological site in Ecuador

    After breakfast, you will start to drive down to the beautiful city of Cuenca through the Andes with your guide. It is possible to make some stops in Guamote, Alausi, or Ingapirca.

    • Activity Activity:Sightseeing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Victoria or similar.

  • DAY 14: Cuenca Half Day City Tour

    Blue and white domes of the New Cathedral under a moody sky in historic Cuenca city during an Ecuador urban tour

    After breakfast, your guide will pick you up for a private tour through the colonial city of Cuenca. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the city by yourself.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Sightseeing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Victoria or similar.

  • DAY 15: Cajas National Park

    Panoramic vista of glacial valleys and alpine lakes stretching across Cajas National Park in the Ecuadorian Andes

    Today, you will visit the Cajas National Park. This national park offers incredible hikes through tundra vegetation and polylepis forests which almost feels like a setting from Lord of the Rings. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to relax or do some other activities in Cuenca.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hotel Victoria or similar.

  • DAY 16: Puerto Lopez

    Sea Food - Puerto Lopez

    After breakfast, your Relax Ecuador tour will continue in Puerto Lopez, located in the coastal part of Ecuador. At this point, your days of relaxing on the beach will begin. Here, you can have optional surf lessons and even Spanish lessons.

    • Activity Activity:Relaxing.
    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Hosteria Mantaraya or similar.

  • DAY 17: Isla De La Plata

    Isla de la Plata - Coast Ecuador

    From the dock of Puerto Lopez, you will go by boat for about 1,5 hours to Isla de la Plata. During the summer months (June – August) you will have the chance to see humpback whales. Upon arrival on Isla de Plata, you will do a hike to get to know the different birds on this island. After the hike, you will get a box lunch on board and can prepare yourself for optional snorkeling. Around 05:00 PM, you will be back in Puerto Lopez.

    • Activity Activity:Exploring. Hiking. Snorkeling. Wildlife Watching.
    • Transport Transport:Boat.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Box Lunch.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Mantaraya Lodge or similar.

  • DAY 18: Puerto Lopez

    Los Frailes Beach

    Today you can relax in Puerto Lopez or take an optional tour to visit Los Frailes, go whale watching, or even go diving.

    • Activity Activity:Relaxing.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Mantaraya Lodge or similar.

  • DAY 19: Airport Transfer

    Elevated twilight view of glowing city lights, waterfront promenade, and Guayas River in Guayaquil city, Ecuador

    Today is the last day of your Relax Ecuador tour. You will have a transfer back to Guayaquil Airport, where you will catch your flight back home.

    • Transport Transport:Car.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.

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Inclusions

  • Meals as described in the itinerary.
  • Accommodation in a double or triple room.
  • Transfers and activities as described in the itinerary.
  • Entrance fees as described in the itinerary.
  • Professional English speaking guide during tours.
  • 24/7 assistance in English, Dutch and Spanish.

Exclusions

  • Entrance to the Kichwa Community (Amazon).
  • Entrance fee to the birdwatching tower in the Amazon.
  • Optional mules rent at Quilotoa.
  • Optional Kayak trip at Quilotoa lagoon.
  • Optional tips for the guide.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Personal travel & health insurance.

Accommodations

Historic brick facade and arched entryways of Hotel Victoria - Cuenca along a paved street under blue sky
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Cuenca

Hotel Victoria

Charming colonial hotel overlooking the river with classic decor and refined dining.

  • Historic charm
  • River views
  • Onsite dining
Cuyabeno Lodge - Cuyabeno
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Cuyabeno

Cuyabeno Eco-Lodge

Eco-friendly jungle lodge on Laguna Grande offering immersed wildlife tours in Amazon.

  • Eco friendly
  • Jungle tours
  • Wildlife spotting
Natural thermal pools and wooden lodges surrounded by misty green mountains on an Ecuador Highlands and Galapagos Tour Papallacta trip
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Papallacta

Spa Hotel Papallacta

Tranquil thermal spa resort in the Andes mountains offering hot springs and relaxing spa treatments.

  • Hot springs
  • Spa resort
  • Mountian views
Hacienda Papagayo - Machachi
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Machachi

Hacienda Papagayo

Charming historic hacienda near Cotopaxi offering mountain views and adventure tours.

  • Historic hacienda
  • Mountain views
  • Adventure tours
Hotel Sangay Spa -Front
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Baños

Sangay Spa Hotel

Historic spa hotel next to a natural waterfall offering relaxed rooms and wellness services.

  • Waterfall views
  • Full spa
  • Outdoor pool
Street corner view of the modern exterior and tree-lined sidewalk at Ikala Hotel - Quito under bright blue skies
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Quito

Ikala Quito Hotel

Stylish boutique hotel in La Mariscal featuring eco-friendly suites, spa, and rooftop dining.

  • Boutique hotel
  • Rooftop restaurant
  • Eco friendly
Mantaraya Lodge - Puerto Lopez
★ ★ ★ ★
📍 Puerto Lopéz

Mantaraya Lodge

Ikala Quito Hotel

  • Eco lodge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ocean views

Additional Information

  • To enter Ecuador, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended departure from the country.
  • Prices are subject to seasonal surcharges during Christmas, New Year’s, and Semana Santa.
  • For children under the age of 12, there is a 10% discount.
  • Rebecca Adventure Travel cannot take any responsibility for any illnesses or missed meals & tours due to an illness.
  • Bring a rain poncho, otherwise buy it here in Ecuador and take it with you for the activities, because the weather could change suddenly in the rainforest and you might get wet.
  • If you like to enjoy watching Animals please get some binoculars (10×40 are much better).
  • Please take with you some plastic bags to protect your Camera and important documents, passports, and ID from the rain.
  • Some activities in the Amazon depend on weather conditions, such as caiman searching.
  • Consider bringing a headlight, since it can get very dark during the night in the Amazon.
  • Essential items to bring include comfortable and lightweight clothing (with a jacket as a precaution), water, sunblock, sunglasses, and your passport.
  • Complimentary transportation, including pick-up and drop-off at your chosen Quito hotel, is provided; however, an additional $40 round-trip fee is applicable for hotels outside the Quito Urban Zone, such as those in the valleys, Tababela, or near the airport, payable directly to the driver.
  • Keep in mind that the weather at 13,000 ft (4,000 m) can change suddenly from sunny to cold with stormy winds and wet snow.
  • Since you will ride on steep mountain trails where oxygen is limited, it is our safety recommendation that the rider weighs 220 lbs (100 kg) or less.
  • 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 mandatory to have valid travel and medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
  • Rebecca Adventure Travel and the respective cruise operator reserve the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, and unforeseeable circumstances.
  • If you would like to enter the Cotopaxi National Park (for example, to visit Limpiopungo or the Cotopaxi Refugio, or to stop underway to take pictures), you are required to rent the services of a local guide. The cost is USD 40.

Advantages of Booking with Rebecca Adventure Travel

  • Impactful Travel: Develop meaningful connections that provide mutual enrichment for both travelers and host cultures.
  • Empowering Locals: Support family-owned accommodations, involving local communities and contributing to local economies.
  • Sustainable Travel: Preserve cultures and environments for future generations with our Huella Positiva.
  • Travel With Trust: We are here for you every step of the way with solid insurance, certifications, and rebooking facilities.
  • Personalized Travel Curator: Ensures your trip meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.
  • When you book a tour with us, you agree to our terms and conditions.

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