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This biking tour can be arrange for private couple or you own small group ideal up to 12 pax, this combination of hiking and biking is carefull crafted is prepared on premium arrangements there will be a car following incase on emergency or breakdowns , hassle free hike and bike tour for various excersize or sport levels from leisure to extreme
Ecuador may be relatively small, but in addition to its many giant volcanoes, Amazon destinations, beach towns and cloud forest resorts, the mainland offers exclusive access to a true natural wonder of the world: the unique Galápagos Islands. Train routes pass through the dramatic highlights of the Andes, including the impeccably preserved colonial centers of Quito and Cuenca, then descending thousands of feet towards the coastal metropolis of Guayaquil. Several points of access to the rainforest, and its mighty rivers, lead to the treasured Yasuni jungle reserve and its megabiodiversity.
Day 1 - Quito Airport - Quito
Day 2 - Quito - Middle of the World
Day 3 - Quito - Otavalo
Day 4 - Quito - Urbina
Day 5 - Urbina - Baños
Day 6 - Baños - Tena
Day 7 - Tena
Day 8 - Tena - Quito
Day 9 - Quito - Quito Airport
Regions to discover
Quito & surroundings
Quito, the capital of Ecuador, resides high in the Andes at 2,850m above sea level, tempting visitors with even higher peaks. It is flanked by the active Pichincha volcano, accessible via cable car. Its primary attraction is a beautifully preserved historic quarter, where grand colonial-era churches and the presidential palace are all situated within a dozen square blocks of narrow streets and various public squares. Further north are Quito's best parks and a new botanical garden, while to the east is the trendy, bohemian community of Guapulo and its spectacular views down to the other valley. Also within an hour of downtown is the Middle of the World monument, right on the international Equator line.
Chimborazo
Chimborazo province's greatest asset is also the national treasure: a perpetually snow-capped volcano and world's highest peak measured from the Earth's core. At a staggering 6,263 meters above sea level, "El Chimborazo" is a postcard favorite, and daily spectacle for the residents of Riobamba, the major city and nearby base camp (plenty of hotel rooms with volcano views here). To see the plethora of impressive peaks in the region, a train ride is highly recommended.
Alausí is a historic town on this train route, nestled in a valley and watched over by the giant San Pedro monument. Here, one can climb the Lluglli hill for panoramic views, explore the colonial-era buildings, or browse the Sunday market, where indigenous highlanders come to sell their wares.
Tungurahua
Tungurahua province (and volcano, over 5,000m above sea level) is best-known for the peaceful valley town of Baños, at the foot of the active volcano. The spectacular waterfall route can be hiked, biked, bussed or buggied — with high-adrenaline zipline options along the way! Enjoy thermal baths, river rafting, and epic views from luxuryhotels and swimming pools perched on the mountaintops high above Baños. Accommodation in the town itself is a better option for
enjoying the vibrant nightlife, and a wide selection of restaurants Visitors to nearby Llanganates National Park can encounter llamas and alpacas in the dry, hilly section of the park, and a rich diversity of plants and animals in the lower, cloudy areas.
Upper Amazon
Ecuador's upper Amazon basin is commonly visited via the "jungle port" towns of Tena and Puyo, located just where the rainforest begins. Streams from the Andes descend through cloud forest and into the Amazon basin, forming wide rivers and providing visitors with great rafting opportunities. For those with limited time to explore the country, this rainforest is just a scenic five hours descending bus ride from Quito. As well as the striking biodiversity of flora and fauna
visible from tree towers and kayaks, popular tours include unique culinary treats, indigenous teachings and blowpipe practice, all courtesy of communities such as the Quichua Indians, Quijos and Chibcha. See also the Caves of Jumandy, and the Jatun Sacha Biological Station.
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