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Holidays: Quito, Ecuador + Birding Tours, Mindo Cloud Forest + Galapagos + Amazon

With 2.6 million inhabitants, Quito is the capital of Ecuador and its second largest city after the port of Guayaquil. It is nestled between volcanic peaks high in the Andes at an altitude of 9,350 ft (2,850 m), making it one of the highest cities in the world - so on it's important to take things slowly at first, as you acclimatise to the altitude.
 
Holidays to Quito in Ecuador are often combined with a Galapagos cruise, the Avenue of the Volcanoes, Ecuador birding tours to Mindo Cloud Forest or the rainforests of the Amazon.
 
Quito is famous for its stunning historic centre, which is the best preserved in all of the Americas. On Independence Square (Plaza Grande) you can enjoy the superb Archbishop’s Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Municipal Building and more. On El Panecillo, a hill to the west of the city, there is a gigantic 41m statue of the Virgin Mary, which overlooks the city. The aeriel tramway (‘teleferico’), built in 2005, runs from the city centre up the slopes of the local volcano, Pichincha. It will take you to 4,100m where the views are breathtaking, so take your camera but be aware of the possible effects of high altitude. On holidays to Quito & Ecuador also don't miss the enormous Basilica of the National Vow (Basilica del Voto Nacional), once the largest in the Americas.
 
A major attraction 22 miles to the north of Quito is the Middle of the World (La Mitad del Mundo) monument and village. Modern GPS has revealed that the equator is actually 240m further on, but the symbolism is still terrific and you can take your picture straddling the yellow line that represents the equator. The small museum of indigenous history is fascinating and the village plaza hosts a wide range of musical and cultural events at weekends.
 
Otavalo in the northeast has a famous indigenous Indian Market that sells a wonderful variety of brightly hand woven textiles, ponchos and hats, as well as leather goods from Cotacachi.
 
Ecuador birding tours take place in the verdant Mindo Cloud Forest which is two hours to the north of Quito. Swathed in mist, they offer exceptional birding – especially humming birds. You can also walk to waterfalls and see a multitude of different flora, butterflies, reptiles and small fauna. Galapagos and Amazon tours also usually start from Quito.
 
Combine your ideas with our expertise and let us help you create a holiday of a lifetime. We offer a wide range of options at different price points, all of which can be tailor made to your needs.
 
For expert advice on holidays to Quito, Ecuador birding tours, Mindo Cloud Forest, Galapagos & the Amazon, email or call us on +44 (0)1582 766122 to speak with a specialist travel consultant. Download our Ecuador/Galapagos brochure (PDF 0.4 Mb).
 
We also offer specialist Birding Holidays and Wheelchair Accessible Holidays.
 
We have been arranging holidays to Quito, Ecuador birding tours, Mindo Cloud Forest, Galapagos & Amazon tours for over 20 years.
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Holidays to Quito in Ecuador will introduce you to a beautifully preserved Spanish colonial city, with over 100 enormous buildings housing wonderful collections of art and sculpture. There are also over 20 churches and convents, each with their own architectural twist on the colonial style.
 
La Mariscal is the bustling and vibrant heart of the capital city, where you will find great cuisine, art, bars, internet cafes, discos and a lively night life. Fantastic museums and galleries abound in the city covering contemporary and pre-colonial art, the history of Quito and Ecuador, famous local artists and heroes of independence, as well as the local development of medicine.
 
The city also boasts a number of beautiful parks, including the Parque Metropolitano, at over two square miles the largest urban park in South America. You can walk or cycle, and take in the many fascinating artworks as you go. Outside Quito there are several reserves and conservation projects, including the zoo, which has the largest collection of animals in the country and protects many species threatened by the illegal fur trade. The zoo has successfully bred the endangered Andean condor.
 
Ecuador birding tours usually include Mindo Cloud Forest, whilst Maquipucuna Cloud Forest plays a vital role in the protection of the rare spectacled bear and an eco-lodge provides vantage points from which bears can be seen at certain times of the year. This is also designated an Important Bird Area, with 400 different species.
 
In the northeast beyond Otavalo, the crater lake at Cuicocha (Lake of Guinea Pigs) is stunning and the countryside lends itself to walking and cycling, with small artisan communities welcoming visitors. You can stay in colonial haciendas that are rich in history, and in the next valley at Zuleta you can saddle up and ride like a cowboy. On holidays to Quito & Ecuador, don’t miss the delicious homemade cheese. You can also enjoy the hot springs and fabulous mountain scenery of Papallacta, in the southeast.
 
Quito is usually the starting point for flights to the Galapagos Islands, as well as for light aircraft flights into the Amazon.
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Classic Peru + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
PRO24L
24 NIGHTS
FROM $9,331
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Peru Ecuador Wildlife Holiday Colca Canyon Amazon Cloud Forest Galapagos

Combine the cultural sights of Peru & Ecuador with a wonderful wildlife holiday as you visit Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu & the Amazon basin. Then fly to Quito to explore its Cloud Forest, finishing with an Expedition Cruise through the extraordinary Galapagos Islands. All transfers, Galapagos flights & specified sightseeing with English speaking guides included.

Peru Ecuador Wildlife Holiday Colca Canyon Amazon Cloud Forest Galapagos
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Colca Canyon
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Lima
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Galapagos Cruise
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Peru & Ecuador Wildlife Holiday
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Amazon Rainforest
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Machu Picchu
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Cloud Forest
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Arequipa
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Quito
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Lake Titicaca
Ecuador: Quito + Avenue of Volcanoes + Cuenca - Private Guide
EPA7Q
7 NIGHTS
FROM $2,149
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Ecuador Private Tour Quito Avenue of Volcanoes Cuenca Holiday Guayaquil

This fascinating Ecuador private tour will introduce you to this small country, situated on the equator. Starting from the old Inca capital of Quito high in the Andes, travel with your own driver/guide through the stunning Avenue of Volcanoes to the charming colonial city of Cuenca. End your holiday travelling via El Cajas National Park to the port city of Guayaquil. English speaking guide & all transfers included.

Ecuador Private Tour Quito Avenue of Volcanoes Cuenca Holiday Guayaquil
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Cuenca Holiday
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Quito
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Riobamba
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Avenue of Volcanoes
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Guayaquil
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Route of the Cascases
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Centre of World Monument
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Ecuador Private Tour
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El Cajas National Park
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Chimborazo Volcano
Ecuador Tour: Quito + Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
EYA7Q
7 NIGHTS
FROM $3,106
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Galapagos Islands Tour Ecuador Quito Giant Tortoise Reserve Santa Cruz

This shared Galapagos Islands tour in Ecuador combines the capital of Quito, with a Giant Tortoise Reserve on Santa Cruz island & the small town of Puerto Aroya. The Galapagos islands are home to many endemic species found nowhere else of earth. A full day yacht excursion to one of the islands is included. All specified transfers & sightseeing included, but not flights. Departs monthly. Min 2/max 16.

Galapagos Islands Tour Ecuador Quito Giant Tortoise Reserve Santa Cruz
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Tour Ecuador, Quito
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TelefériQo (cable car)
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Galapagos Islands Tour, Ecuador
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Puerto Ayora Bay
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Guayaquil
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Santa Cruz Island
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Quito City Tour
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Galapagos Islands by Yacht
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Centre of World Monument
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Giant Tortoise Reserve
Ecuador: Quito + Amazon + Avenue of Volcanoes
EPB12Q
12 NIGHTS
FROM $3,346
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Private Tours Ecuador Quito Amazon Avenue of Volcanoes Cuenca Guide

Our private tours of Ecuador explore the wildlife, cultures & landscapes of this country of volcanoes, starting in the old Inca capital of Quito high in the Andes. Afterwards fly into the vast Amazon Basin to explore its rainforest wildlife & waterways, then travel through the Avenue of Volcanoes to colonial Cuenca, including the Ingapirca Ruins. Amazon light aircraft flights, English speaking guide, all transfers & sightseeing included.

Private Tours Ecuador Quito Amazon Avenue of Volcanoes Cuenca Guide
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Guayaquil
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Cuenca
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Avenue of Volcanoes (Guide)
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Ingapirca Ruins
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Tours: Ecuador, Quito
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Chimborazo Volcano
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Route of the Cascases
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Centre of World Monument
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Amazon Basin
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Private Tours - Ecuador
Ecuador + Peru Tour: Galapagos (Santa Cruz) + Machu Picchu
EYB13G
13 NIGHTS
FROM $4,064
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Peru and Galapagos Tour Quito Ecuador Santa Cruz Island Machu Picchu

Enquire about this shared Peru and Galapagos tour, that combines the historic high-altitude city of Quito in Ecuador with the unique wildlife of stunning Santa Cruz Island. Then fly to Peru and explore Lima, the citadel at Machu Picchu, Cusco & the Sacred Valley of the Incas. All specified transfers & sightseeing included, but not flights. Departs monthly. Min 2/max 16.

Peru and Galapagos Tour Quito Ecuador Santa Cruz Island Machu Picchu
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Giant Tortoise Reserve
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Quito, Ecuador
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Sacred Valley of the Incas
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Peru and Galapagos Tour
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Guayaquil
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Cusco & Temple of the Sun
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Machu Picchu
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Centre of World Monument
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Santa Cruz Island
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Lima
Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos (on land)
ERB10Q
10 NIGHTS
FROM $4,543
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Galapagos Islands Holidays Hotels Flights Santa Cruz San Cristobal Isabela

If you do not want an expedition cruise, enquire about our Galapagos Islands holidays, with hotels & flights to Santa Cruz island, combined with yacht excursions to Bartolomé & Sullivan Bay, North Seymour & Bachas, South Plaza and Sante Fe islands. Also visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre and the Giant Tortoise Reserve. It is also possible to stay on San Cristobal or Isabela island.

Galapagos Islands Holidays Hotels Flights Santa Cruz San Cristobal Isabela
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Galapagos Islands Holidays
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South Plaza by Yacht
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Santa Cruz Island
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Quito
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San Cristobal & Isabela options
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Santa Fe Island
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Bartolomé + Sullivan Bay
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Hotels & Flights
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Isabela Island
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North Seymour + Bachas
Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos Cruise
ERA8Q
8 NIGHTS
FROM $4,786
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Ecuador Holidays Quito Galapagos Islands Cruise Boats Ships Deals Offers

Our Ecuador holidays combine historic Quito in the Andean Highlands, with a spectacular Galapagos Islands cruise viewing its unique wildlife. Disembark twice daily by zodiac to walk among nesting blue-footed boobies, see giant tortoises, marine & land iguana, frigatebirds and so much more (with separate cruises for divers). Galapagos flights, marine fees & all transfers included, with many boats, ships, deals & offers.

Ecuador Holidays Quito Galapagos Islands Cruise Boats Ships Deals Offers
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Isabela Island
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Punta Vicente Roca
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Santa Cruz Island
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Galapagos Islands Cruise
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Ecuador Holidays
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Fernandina Island
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Many Boats, Ships, Deals & Offers
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North Seymour Island
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Charles Darwin Research Station
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Quito & Galapagos Islands
Ecuador: Quito + Galapagos Cruise + Santa Cruz (on land)
ERH12L
11 NIGHTS
FROM $5,973
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Ecuador Holiday Galapagos Islands Cruise Santa Cruz Finch Bay Diving

This wonderful Ecuador holiday combines exploring the old Inca city of Quito, situated close to the equator, with a cruise in the spectacular Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean, with their unique birds & marine life. After your amazing expedition cruise relax for a few days on Santa Cruz island, with hotel options from mid-range to 5* Finch Bay. Diving options on request. Regional flights to Galapagos included.

Ecuador Holiday Galapagos Islands Cruise Santa Cruz Finch Bay Diving
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Finch Bay
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Charles Darwin Centre
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Giant Tortoises
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Quito
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Galapagos Islands Cruise
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Ecuador Holiday, Galapagos
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Birds & Marine Life
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Centre of World Monument
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Santa Cruz Island
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Diving Options
Peru + Ecuador: Machu Picchu + Galapagos (on land)
PRM16L
16 NIGHTS
FROM $5,979
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Ecuador And Peru Holidays Galapagos Islands Machu Picchu Cusco Lima

If you are not a good sailor, our tailor made Ecuador and Peru holidays combine the stunning Galapagos Islands, staying on land on Santa Cruz island, with incredible Machu Picchu, historic Cusco & Lima. Explore the unique wildlife of the Galapagos which is home to giant tortoises, seals, iguana, sea turtles & abundant bird and marine life, as well as the history of Peru. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Ecuador And Peru Holidays Galapagos Islands Machu Picchu Cusco Lima
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Machu Picchu
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Santa Cruz Island
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Lima City Tour
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Yacht Excursions
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Giant Tortoises Reserve
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Sacred Valley of the Incas
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Galapagos Islands
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Cusco + Sacsayhuaman
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Quito
Ecuador: Quito + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
ERG12Q
12 NIGHTS
FROM $6,578
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Wildlife Bird Watching Holiday Ecuador Amazon Vacation Galapagos Cruise

This wildlife & bird watching holiday in Ecuador combines historic Quito with a visit to the Amazon, where you can see a spectacular array of tropical birds & rainforest wildlife. End your vacation with a spectacular Galapagos Cruise, where you can see iconic blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds & waved albatross - as well as iguanas, giant tortoises & sea lions. Amazon & Galapagos flights, all transfers & park fees included.

Wildlife Bird Watching Holiday Ecuador Amazon Vacation Galapagos Cruise
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Bird Watching Holiday Ecuador
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Amazon Vacation
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Cloud Forest
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Canopy Tour
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Cock of the Rock displays
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Quito
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Galapagos Cruise
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Wildlife & Bird Watching Holiday
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Centre of World Monument
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Tropical Birds
Peru + Ecuador: Macchu Pichu + Galapagos Cruise
PRL15L
15 NIGHTS
FROM $6,937
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Peru and Ecuador Holiday: Lima Cusco Machu Picchu Quito Galapagos Cruise

Combine the cultural & wildlife highlights of two beautiful countries on this wonderful Peru and Ecuador holiday. Visit the bustling capital of Lima, the old Inca city of Cusco, the Sacred Valley & the lost city at Machu Picchu. Then fly to Quito, high in the Andes, before embarking on a spectacular Galapagos Cruise to view unique wildlife. Galapagos flights, all transfers & English speaking guides included.

Peru and Ecuador Holiday: Lima Cusco Machu Picchu Quito Galapagos Cruise
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Cusco
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Unique Wildlife
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Peru and Ecuador Holiday
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Inca Markets
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Galapagos Cruise
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Machu Picchu
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Ollantaytambo
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Lima
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Quito
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Sacred Valley
Ecuador: Quito + Avenue of Volcanoes + Galapagos
EPV12Q
12 NIGHTS
FROM $7,170
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Ecuador Holidays: Quito Avenue of Volcanoes Tour Galapagos Cruise

Our Ecuador holidays start in the old Inca capital of Quito situated high in the Andes, continuing with a private Avenue of Volcanoes tour & an unforgettable Galapagos Cruise. Explore the cultures & volcanic landscapes of this small country situated on the equator, before embarking on your expedition cruise to view the unique wildlife of the Galapagos. All transfers, marine park fees & sightseeing with English speaking guides included.

Ecuador Holidays: Quito Avenue of Volcanoes Tour Galapagos Cruise
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Baltra Island
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Equador Holidays: Quito
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San Cristobal Island
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Cuenca
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Giant Tortoises
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Avenue of Volcanoes Tour
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Centre of World Monument
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Galapagos Cruise, Ecuador
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Guayaquil
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Ingapirca Ruins
Birding Holiday - Ecuador: Cloud Forest + Galapagos Cruise
7ERA16Q
16 NIGHTS
FROM $7,176
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Birding Holiday Ecuador Cloud Forest Cock of Rock Galapagos Cruise

This tailor made birding holiday in Ecuador combines the Amazon with the magnificent equatorial Cloud Forest, with its colourful neo-tropical birdlife and Cock of Rock displays. Enjoy birding along the Paseo del Quinde (Hummingbird Way), as well as in the Yanacocha & Antpittas reserves. End with a stunning Galapagos Cruise, with a choice of boats and durations. Galapagos flights, all birding & transfers included.

Birding Holiday Ecuador Cloud Forest Cock of Rock Galapagos Cruise
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Hummingbirds
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Cloud Forest
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Centre of World Monument
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Guayaquil
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Birding Holiday Ecuador
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Galapagos Cruise
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Cock of Rock displays
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Yanacocha & Antpittas Reserves
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Quito City Tour
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Macaws, Toucans & Parrots
Ecuador Wildlife: Cloud Forest + Amazon + Galapagos
ERC15Q
15 NIGHTS
FROM $7,180
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Ecuador Wildlife Holiday: Quito Cloud Forest Amazon Galapagos Cruise

This wonderful Ecuador wildlife holiday combines the old Inca city of Quito, high in the Andes, with the wildlife & birds of both the high altitude Cloud Forest & the low-lying Amazon Basin. Then embark on a spectacular Galapagon Cruise to view the unique marine life and birds that inhabit these islands. Galapagos flights, all transfers & marine fees included.

Ecuador Wildlife Holiday: Quito Cloud Forest Amazon Galapagos Cruise
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Quito
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Amazon Rainforest
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Charles Darwin Centre
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Giant Tortoises
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Yasuni National Park
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Ecuador Wildlife Holiday
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Santa Cruz Island
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Galapagos Cruise
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Clay Licks
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Cloud Forest
Costa Rica Highlights + Galapagos Cruise
RRL18S
18 NIGHTS
FROM $7,775
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Holiday Wildlife Costa Rica Galapagos Islands Cruise Quito Vacation

This wonderful holiday combines the turtles, sloths, tropical birds & rainforest wildlife of Costa Rica, with a Galapagos islands cruise & the colonial city of Quito. Visit the Tortuguero wetlands; impressive Arenal Volcano & the rainforests of Manuel Antonio. Then fly to Ecuador & complete your vacation with a once-in-a-lifetime cruise in the Galapagos Islands. All transfers, park fees & sightseeing included.

Holiday Wildlife Costa Rica Galapagos Islands Cruise Quito Vacation
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Quito Vacation
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Holiday, Wildlife of Costa Rica
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Manuel Antonio
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Hanging Bridges & Hot Springs
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Costa Rica & Galapagos Islands
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Arenal Volcano
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Sloths, Turtles & Tropical Birds
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San Jose
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Tortuguero Wetlands
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Galapagos Islands Cruise
Peru Highlights + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
PRN19L
19 NIGHTS
FROM $8,373
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Peru And Galapagos Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Amazon Quito Ecuador

This Peru and Galapagos tour visits Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley, the old Inca capital of Cusco, the wildlife of the Amazon rainforest & Quito in Ecuador. Then embark on a fascinating cruise through the Galapagos Islands, with its unique wildlife. This holiday can be tailor made to your needs, with a variety of Galapagos boats available of different sizes, with cruises varying from 4 to 7 nights or more.

Peru And Galapagos Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Amazon Quito Ecuador
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Larco Museum
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Machu Picchu
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Amazon
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Sacred Valley of Incas
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Quito, Ecuador
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Galapagos Cruise
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Cusco
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Centre of World Monument
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Lima
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Peru and Galapagos Tour
Classic Peru + Amazon + Galapagos Cruise
PRO24L
24 NIGHTS
FROM $9,331
Per person sharing
Flights quoted separately
Peru Ecuador Wildlife Holiday Colca Canyon Amazon Cloud Forest Galapagos

Combine the cultural sights of Peru & Ecuador with a wonderful wildlife holiday as you visit Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu & the Amazon basin. Then fly to Quito to explore its Cloud Forest, finishing with an Expedition Cruise through the extraordinary Galapagos Islands. All transfers, Galapagos flights & specified sightseeing with English speaking guides included.

Peru Ecuador Wildlife Holiday Colca Canyon Amazon Cloud Forest Galapagos
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Colca Canyon
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Lima
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Galapagos Cruise
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Peru & Ecuador Wildlife Holiday
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Amazon Rainforest
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Machu Picchu
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Cloud Forest
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Arequipa
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Quito
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Lake Titicaca