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Quito, Cayambe, Otavalo, Galapagos Islands, Amazon Jungle.
Get to know Ecuador in style on this 13 day adventure, complete with comfortable hotels and private transportation. Explore some of the best Ecuador has to offer, from volcanoes and indigenous markets to the Amazon jungle and the famed Galapagos Islands.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size:Max 15 (20 on the Galapagos yacht) - no minimum on land portion. Group Leader:Local naturalist guides in both the Galapagos (certified by Galapagos National Park) and at La Selva Lodge. Local guide for 3 full days while in Quito and Cayambe. Accommodation:Comfortable hotels (5 nts), hacienda (1 nt), twin-share cabins on board our motorized, air conditioned yacht (3 nts), twin-share accommodation at the jungle lodge (3 nts). Transport:Motorized, air-conditioned yacht, local flight, canoe (motorized and paddle), van, walking. Meals Included:All meals while in the Galapagos and at La Selva Lodge, breakfast daily. Budget:Allow USD140 for meals not included in Quito. For additional expenses, see dossier. Drinks and tips while on the yacht are extra. You must pay a USD100 (cash) Galapagos park entry fee immediately upon arrival to the Islands (subject to increase). Notes:
1. G.A.P Adventures requires your passport number and date of birth before your departure. Please make sure you give this information to your travel agent at the time of booking.
2. Arrival details needed at time of booking.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Tour of Otavalo market
3 nights in the Galapagos Islands
Amazon Jungle Excursion (3 nts)
City tour of Quito
Arrival transfer and continental breakfast daily
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Quito
Arrive in Quito at any time.
Day 2 Cayambe (B)
Begin your journey by heading north to the village of Cayambe, and spend the night in a historic hacienda nestled at the base of Cayambe Volcano. Go horseback riding, take a dip in the swimming pool, or explore the vast property on foot.
Day 3 Otavalo / Quito (B)
Return to Quito, stopping in Otavalo to explore the largest handicraft market in South America. Here villagers sell handmade goods, livestock, fruits and vegetables, and almost everything else imaginable.
Day 4 Quito (B)
Return to Quito where you will enjoy a half-day tour of UNESCO World Heritage Quito with its colonial architecture, markets and cafés. Free time to wander and enjoy the city on your own.
Day 5 Amazon Jungle Lodge (B, L, D)
Fly to Coca, located on the edge of the Amazon jungle. Travel by motorized dugout canoe to our Amazon lodge - your home in the rainforest.
Day 6, 7 Amazon Jungle Lodge (2B, 2L, 2D)
Our Amazon lodge provides comfort in the jungle with private bathrooms, hot and cold running water and screened jungle-view rooms. Climb a 43m (141 ft) tall tower to view the canopy and choose from various guided jungle walks, bird watching and wildlife spotting activities.
Day 8 Quito (B)
Return to Quito and transfer to hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Day 9 Galapagos Islands (B,L,D)
Take an early flight to the Galapagos Islands, transfer to our yacht and begin cruising the islands.
Day 10-11 Galapagos (2B,2L,2D)
Visit several islands during our Galapagos adventure, viewing wildlife and soaking up the spectacular scenery. Each day, travel with our naturalist guide from our yacht to the islands via small, motorized launch. Explore the islands on foot and learn about the natural history and unique wildlife from our guide. Most days you can snorkel among sea lions and there is always time to relax out on deck.
Day 12 Quito (B)
Visit one last island before flying to Quito. Free evening in Quito.
Day 13 Depart Quito
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
18 February 2008
01 March 2008
10 March 2008
22 March 2008
17 March 2008
29 March 2008
31 March 2008
12 April 2008
07 April 2008
19 April 2008
14 April 2008
26 April 2008
28 April 2008
10 May 2008
12 May 2008
24 May 2008
19 May 2008
31 May 2008
26 May 2008
07 June 2008
02 June 2008
14 June 2008
16 June 2008
28 June 2008
30 June 2008
12 July 2008
14 July 2008
26 July 2008
28 July 2008
09 August 2008
11 August 2008
23 August 2008
18 August 2008
30 August 2008
25 August 2008
06 September 2008
01 September 2008
13 September 2008
08 September 2008
20 September 2008
15 September 2008
27 September 2008
22 September 2008
04 October 2008
29 September 2008
11 October 2008
13 October 2008
25 October 2008
27 October 2008
08 November 2008
03 November 2008
15 November 2008
17 November 2008
29 November 2008
01 December 2008
13 December 2008
08 December 2008
20 December 2008
15 December 2008
27 December 2008
22 December 2008
03 January 2009
29 December 2008
10 January 2009
TRAVEL STYLE
Comfort is ideal for travellers looking for a little extra cushiness from their G.A.P Adventure, while maintaining the grassroots travel experience. Comfort adventures make use of upgraded hotels with continental breakfast, travel by private and first class transportation, and include your arrival transfer.
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*All Rand prices have been calculated at 1USD=ZAR8.00 or 1GBP=ZAR16.00 and are subject to change according to currency fluctuations
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Comfort is ideal for travellers looking for a little extra cushiness from their G.A.P Adventure, while maintaining the grassroots travel experience. Comfort adventures make use of upgraded hotels with continental breakfast, travel by private and first class transportation, and include your arrival transfer.