Top Quito Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $2,415

EBD 10%

EXPLORE

Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

Activity Level

Variable

Take the M/V Manatee on a 4-day Amazon river cruise. Explore this intriguing reserve by canoe as you travel through the Panayacu River delta. The rivers and lakes are home to piranhas, monkey fish, and white caiman. Sip refreshing beverages and enjoy an Amazon-style BBQ feast.

• Experience nocturnal activity
• Canoe the Panayacu River
• Visit with Kichwa women

Cruise Details

0

from $17,744

EXPLORE

Galapagos Islands Expedition Cruise: Iconic Wildlife & Sublime Scenery

7 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II

Starts / Ends

Quito / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Be part of this spectacular 7-day expedition to the enchanting Galapagos Islands, a isolated group of volcanic islands. Its fragile ecosystem has taken on almost mythological status as a showcase of biodiversity. Start in Baltra and visit Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, and Floreana.

• Walk across Dragon Hill
• Explore Champion Islet
• Snorkel along Punta Vicente Roca
• Visit the Darwin Research Station

Cruise Details

0

from $17,744

EXPLORE

Galápagos Islands Nature and Wildlife Expedition Cruise

7 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II

Starts / Ends

Quito / Baltra

Activities

Snorkeling, Land & Sea Exploration, Kayaking, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

This 7-day Northern Islands Galapagos cruise explores the islands of Genovesa, Bartolome, Santiago, Santa Cruz and more. Snorkel with sea lions, witness the famous dance of the blue-footed boobies, and see the giant tortoises which gave this archipelago its name.

• See the iconic Galapagos tortoises
• Visit famous Pinnacle rock
• Cruise to Buccaneer Cove

Cruise Details

0

from $2,002

EXPLORE

Ecuador North to South

8 Day Itinerary

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This tour of Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Quito, experience indigenous cultures near Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, ride the panoramic Nariz del Diablo train, explore Inca ruins and colonial Cuenca before finishing our trip in Guayaquil.

• Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano
• Take a train over Naríz del Diablo
• Explore the ruins of Ingapirca
• Visit a unique mangrove forest

Tour Details

0

from $1,570

EXPLORE

La Selva Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Hike through the rainforest on the Tucaneta Trail, look for monkeys and birds near a lagoon and go star gazing on a canoe on a tour at the La Selva Lodge. Learn from experienced guides about the beautiful flora and fauna on a 4 day trip to the Amazon Rainforest.

• Climb up an observation tower
• Visit the Mandi Cocha lagoon
• Look for nighttime wildlife

Tour Details

0

from $691

EXPLORE

Papallacta Hot Springs with Overnight

2 Day Itinerary

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Details

0

from $3,217

EXPLORE

Haciendas of Ecuador

Otavalo and Cotopaxi - 7 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 7-day tour of Ecuador's Avenue of the Volcano explores the history and culture of the Andes while staying in luxurious haciendas: Hacienda Rumiloma overlooking Quito, traditional Hacienda Zuleta near Otavalo, and the former Inca palace of San Agustin de Callo in the shadows of fuming Cotopaxi Volcano.

• Visit the famous Otavalo Market
• Witness the condors flying
• Hike through Cotopaxi to El Refugio
• Tour nearby rose plantations

Tour Details

0

from $2,192

EXPLORE

La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.

• Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
• Take night walks in the rainforest
• Observe unique Amazon wildlife
• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks

Tour Details

0

from $2,995

EBD 20%

EXPLORE

Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda

Activity Level

Variable

Board the M/V Anakonda for this fascinating 4-day itinerary on the Amazon river. Visit remote villages and sail through unique and fragile ecosystems on this unforgettable cruise in the Amazon.

• Explore Amazon on a motorized canoe
• Kayak and swim in Piranha Lake
• Observe parrots and Amazon birds
• Learn the Amazonian culture

Cruise Details

0

from $1,897

EXPLORE

Sacha Lodge

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend three nights in Ecuador's premier rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Sacha Lodge is among the best places in the Amazon to explore the jungle without leaving behind your creature comforts.

• Tour with guide and naturalists
• Go swimming and dugout canoeing
• Stay at Sacha Lodge

Tour Details

0

from $1,492

EXPLORE

Casa del Suizo

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 4 day Ecuador trip explores the Amazon Rainforest through canoeing down the Napo River, searching for wildlife and learning about Quichua culture. Explore the jungle with your wonderful guides at La Casa del Suizo.

• Explore the Mariposario
• Visit the Amazoonico
• Relax in the Papallacta hotsprings

Tour Details

0

from $1,525

EXPLORE

Napo Wildlife Center Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy a snapshot of the Amazon Rainforest during your stay at Napo Wildlife Center. Hike through the Terra Firme forest, look for monkeys, and climb the Canopy Observation Tower on this 4-day tour.

• Climb the Canopy Observation Tower
• Visit Añangu Lake
• Hike along the forest trail

Tour Details

0

from $1,011

EXPLORE

Cotopaxi Multisport

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Moderate

Extend your trip in Ecuador with a 3 night stay in a comfortable hacienda near the Cotopaxi Volcano and explore the Andean highlands on foot, horseback, and gliding through the forest by zipline during our multisport trip that is a short drive from Quito.

• Visit the Condor Machay Waterfall
• Enjoy the Cotopaxi Ropes Course
• Climb the Rumiñahui Volcano

Tour Details

0

from $7,228

EXPLORE

Islands and Incas

Galapagos & Machu Picchu - 15 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Combine 8 days in the Galapagos with a trip to Peru and Machu Picchu. Explore Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, and spend two days discovering Machu Picchu learning about the ancient ways of the Incas and the traditions of Andean people today. Then fly to the Galapagos Islands for 8 days of wildlife & natural discovery!

• Explore magical Machu Picchu
• Visit the Inca terraces of Moray
• Photograph iguanas & sea lions
• Wonder at volcanic landscapes

Tour Details

0

from $3,016

EBD 10%

EXPLORE

Amazon Exploration: Search for the Pink Dolphin

5 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day itinerary on the Manatee is designed to highlight the incredible biodiversity, wildlife, and natural beauty found in the Amazon.

• Search for the pink river dolphin
• Visit a school on the Napo River
• Climb a 100-foot observation tower

Cruise Details

0

from $3,519

EXPLORE

Exploring Ecuadors Amazon & Andes

6 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your week on a 6-day adventure through Ecuador, exploring the Amazon rainforest and the Andes mountain range. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local cultures, and enjoy scenic landscapes. Stay at Sacha Lodge and Hacienda Piman, where comfort meets nature, making every moment unforgettable.

• Spot many rainforest bird species
• See the Amazon treetops from above
• Learn about indigenous cultures
• Visit the Quitsato Solar Museum
• Spot a unique and elusive bear
• Enjoy scenic walk in Cuicocha Lake

Tour Details

0

from $1,608

EXPLORE

Southern Highlands

5 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this fascinating 5-day trip to the highlands of Ecuador, you'll begin your tour in charming colonial Cuenca, then travel to the Ingapirca ruins and the Tomebamba River, Riobamba, Cotopaxi National Park, and the thrilling Nariz del Diablo train ride before returning to Quito.

Tour Details

0

from $4,255

EXPLORE

Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Our most complete tour of Ecuador. Explore colonial Cuenca, the Inca ruins of Ingapirca, and the town of Baños, before descending to Amazon rainforest for three days. Upon returning to the highlands we'll soak in the Papallacta Hot Springs then spend a night at one of Ecuador's finest haciendas in the shadow of Imbabura Volcano near Otavalo.

• Explore the colonial city of Cuenca
• Visit the homes of local weavers
• Hike through the shadowed jungle
• Raft down the Jatunyacu River

Tour Details

0