Colonial cities, volcano trails, and waterfall thrills

Ecuador's Andes & Adventure

Trip Duration

8 days/7 nights

When to Go

Year-Round

Pricing Guide

from $3,200 pp

Trip Duration

8 days/7 nights

Pricing Guide

from $3,200 pp

When to Go

Year-Round

Explore Ecuador’s wild and welcoming heart on this 7-night family-friendly escape. From colonial Quito to the highlands of Cotopaxi and the lush waterfalls of Baños, share a week of hands-on cooking, canyon zip-lining, volcano trails, and quiet fireside moments beneath Andean skies.

Destinations

Quito, Cotopaxi & Baños

Trip Highlights

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Day by Day

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Colonial history in the shadow of the andes

Quito

Day 1: Arrival in Quito
Arrive in Ecuador’s highland capital and settle into Casa Gangotena, a historic mansion on Plaza San Francisco. While kids explore the courtyard gardens, parents sip canelazo and watch the city’s colonial rhythm unfold beneath the mountains.

Day 2: Old Town & Equator Lines
Discover Quito’s UNESCO-listed Old Town on foot, from Independence Plaza to the gilded halls of La Compañía. In the afternoon, visit Mitad del Mundo, where you’ll straddle the Equator and learn about the region’s celestial and cultural past.

Day 3: Flavors from the Andes
Take the morning at your own pace—visit a museum, stroll a nearby park, or enjoy rooftop views from the hotel. In the afternoon, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Andean cooking class. Kids shape empanadas and mash potatoes for llapingachos, while local flavors fill the air.

Volcanic vistas meet wide skies

Cotopaxi highlands

Day 4: To Cotopaxi’s Base
Travel south to Inca Hacienda, a storied estate nestled beneath Cotopaxi’s snowcapped peak. Spend the afternoon exploring the gardens, spotting llamas in the distance, or reading by the fire.

Day 5: Páramo Trails & Warm Fires
Set out on a gentle hike along Cotopaxi’s lower slopes. Glacial vistas, highland wildflowers, and wide open skies make the trail come alive. Return to the hacienda for hot chocolate and a cozy Andean dinner beside the hearth.

rushing mountain waterfalls

Baños

Day 6: Arrival in Baños
Descend into the lush gateway to the Amazon and check into Luna Volcán, perched high above the valley. In the afternoon, visit Pailón del Diablo, a dramatic waterfall whose mist and roar delight adventurers of all ages.

Day 7: Zip Lines & Hot Springs
Glide across canyons on a thrilling zip-line circuit, soaring past waterfalls and dense forest. Afterward, relax at nearby thermal springs—let the steam rise and the adventure settle.

Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, your private driver returns you to Quito’s airport. You leave with stories in your pocket, volcanoes in your memory, and the laughter of shared discovery still ringing in your ears.

Where You'll Stay

Casa Gangotena, Quito

Overlooking Plaza San Francisco in Quito’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, Casa Gangotena is a quietly sophisticated restored mansion. Its 31 elegant rooms, refined restaurant, and panoramic rooftop terrace create an immersive stay at the crossroads of colonial heritage and contemporary comfort, ideal for couples or culture-loving families.

Inca Hacienda, Cotopaxi

Rooted in centuries of history, this hacienda stands on the site of an Inca palace and a former Augustinian monastery. Set against a backdrop of volcanoes near Cotopaxi National Park, it offers rustic-chic rooms, working-farm charm, and a gateway to Ecuador’s highland landscapes for travelers seeking both culture and the outdoors.

Luna Volcán, Baños

Perched high in the Andes above Baños, Luna Volcán combines panoramic views with a focus on wellness and relaxation. Thermal pools, lush gardens, and spa treatments provide a soothing counterpoint to days filled with canyoning, hiking, or zip-lining. It’s an ideal retreat for travelers who want both adventure and rejuvenation.