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Ecuador Quest
Strange how a country that’s literally at the centre of the Earth can be overlooked, isn’t it? Stranger still considering how amazing Ecuador is. This eight-day trip shows off its best, rolling natural wonders (the Amazon!), stunning landscapes (the Ecuadorian highlands!), rich culture (Quito!), and active pursuits like hiking, horseback riding, and mountain-biking everywhere you look. Good on its own, this trip also makes an ideal add-on to any Galápagos trip. Trust us. It’s worth the time.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Grading: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Merchandising: Planeterra Project
Trip Type: Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
Age requirements: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Ecuador Quest - Itinerary
DAY 1
Quito
Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until the evening. Please check at the hotel reception for a welcome note from your CEO advising on the time and location of the welcome meeting.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Hotel Kituandes:
Hotel Kituandes
Optional Activities
Ecuador Quest - Itinerary
DAY 1
Quito
Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until the evening. Please check at the hotel reception for a welcome note from your CEO advising on the time and location of the welcome meeting.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Hotel Kituandes:
Hotel Kituandes
Optional Activities
What’s Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Baños
- Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena
- Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
- Hotels (5 nts), simple village cabañas/homestay (2 nts, multi-share).
- 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Private vehicle, public bus, walking.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Ecuador Quest Departure Dates
All Years
| Start | Ending | Availability | Prices from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 14 2026 | Sat, Feb 21 2026 | Sold Out | $912.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 28 2026 | Sat, Mar 07 2026 | Request (11) | $824.25 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 14 2026 | Sat, Mar 21 2026 | Open (2) | $879.2 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 28 2026 | Sat, Apr 04 2026 | Open (9) | $824.25 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 11 2026 | Sat, Apr 18 2026 | Open (10) | $912.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 09 2026 | Sat, May 16 2026 | Open (11) | $995.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, May 23 2026 | Sat, May 30 2026 | Open (14) | $959.2 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Jun 20 2026 | Sat, Jun 27 2026 | Open (15) | $1,039.2 USD (price includes taxes and fees) |
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USEFUL INFO
What's Included
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, Shandia
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Baños
Your Local Living Moment: Amazon Jungle Experience, Tena
Your Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Get your adrenaline pumping in adventurous Baños, Feel like a local at an Amazon homestay, Soak in the hot springs at Papallacta, Explore colonial Quito on your own
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
Are there Itinerary notes?
Are there Itinerary notes?
Please note current landslides are causing road closures. Due to this, drive times between cities may take longer than usual as there's a possibility alternate routes will need to be taken. No included activities are expected to be missed, but please be aware that delay times may change depending on a variety of factors.
