Avenue of the Volcanoes
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Avenue of the Volcanoes
Avenue of the Volcanoes

Avenue of the Volcanoes Tours and Tickets

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A long, rocky spine running south of Quito, the Avenue of the Volcanoes is a 124-mile (200-kilometer) corridor between two parallel mountain ranges. German explorer Alexander von Humboldt gave the byway its name in the 18th century, after observing that eight of Ecuador’s 10 highest points are found here, including some of the world’s tallest snow-capped mountains and active volcanoes.

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COTOPAXI Full Day Tour - horseback ride & hike-NO TOURISTY way in

COTOPAXI Full Day Tour - horseback ride & hike-NO TOURISTY way in

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We start at 7 am. We won't enter to the Cotopaxi national park using the regular way all travel companies do but we will do at the way out to cover more space. Passing through 3 volcanoes PASOCHOA, RUMIÑAHUI and SINCHOLAGUA going through the real AVENUE OF THE VOLCANOES. Driving around a beautiful agricultural area with amazing views until we get to the Park rangers North Control just before we arrive to our first part of the experience. The HORSEBACK RIDING will be inside the Cotopaxi national park all along the meadows and high grass hills. After this experience, we will drive for about half hour until the parking lot located on the 14800 feet or 4700 mts above sea level from where the hike to the BASE CAMP will start. After 50 minutes hike, we will get to our objective the base camp. (If not interested on this hard hike experience, we can choose a soft option around LIMPIOPUNGO LAGOON down in the meadows area. We will start coming back to Quito.
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Q:Where is the Avenue of Volcanoes located?
A:Avenue of the Volcanoes begins at the southern limit of Quito in Ecuador’s Cotopaxi National Park and ends in Cuenca. Most explore the route by train or car. With a car, follow the Pan-American Highway from Quito. There are also local buses that connect Quito and Cuenca.
Q:What is the Avenue of Volcanoes?
A:A long, rocky spine running south of Quito, Avenue of the Volcanoes is a 124-mile (200-kilometer) corridor between two parallel mountain ranges. Eight of Ecuador’s 10 highest points are here, including some of the world’s tallest snow-capped mountains and active volcanoes like Cotopaxi. The landscape moves from forests to fields.
Q:Is visiting the Avenue of Volcanoes worth it?
A:Yes. The Avenue of the Volcanoes is the most visited region in Ecuador's highlands and one of the country's most photographed landscapes. This is where you’ll find Cotopaxi, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes. Travelers come here to hike, horseback ride, and visit villages and markets.
Q:Can you go to the Avenue of Volcanoes on your own?
A:Yes. You can travel Avenue of Volcanoes by car or train, including a bright red historic train that runs along the scenic route. Known as the Devil's Nose Train (La Nariz del Diablo), the railway goes from Alausí to Sibambe. There are also guided tours from Quito with roundtrip transportation.
Q:What is the best time of year to visit the Avenue of Volcanoes?
A:Peak season in Quito runs from June to September, which coincides with the Ecuadorian dry season—it’s considered the best time to visit the Avenue of Volcanoes. However, you can visit the Avenue of Volcanoes anytime. Temperatures are springlike year-round, and the humidity is lower in September and November.
Q:How long does it take to tour the Avenue of Volcanoes?
A:Half-day tours of the Avenue of the Volcanoes and Cotopaxi National Park from Quito are available, but the attraction is often combined with other sites for all-day or multi-day excursions. Depending on your itinerary, you’ll need from two to six days to see all of the Avenue of Volcanoes.

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