Venture away from the city and head into Ecuador’s more rural areas for a 3-day adventure. See volcanoes in Cotopaxi National Park, learn about indigenous culture in Tigua, swing over the Toachi Canyon, zipline over a river, and much more over the course of the tour. Avoid the hassle of planning and booking several hotels and activities with this package.

Learn about Ecuadorian culture while you explore
Upgrade your experience with fun activities
See more on a packaged tour than you would on your own
A small group means more attention from your guide

What's Included

Transportation
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Entrace fee to Cotopaxi, Quilotoa
Entrace fee to Swing of the end of the World, Devil´s Cauldron waterfall, cable car over the river

Food and drinks
Extreme sports
Hotels

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

07:00 AM

Pickup details

Se confirmará la hora y lugar de pick up hasta las 21h00 pm del día anterior a su tour, si no recibe esta información debe contactarse al +593983359-796, realizamos pick ups en 3 zonas: La Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande / The time and place of pick-up will be confirmed until 9:00 p.m. the day before your tour departes. If you do not receive this information, you must contact +593983359-796. We make pick ups from 3 main areas: La Carolina, Plaza Foch, Plaza Grande

What To Expect

Day 1

Quito to Cotopaxi

4 Stops

Machachi

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cotopaxi National Park

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Laguna de Limpiopungo

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

El Chaupi

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Cotopaxi - Quilotoa

4 Stops

Tigua

Admission Ticket Free

Laguna Quilotoa

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Banos

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Banos

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 3

Baños to Quito

4 Stops

CASCADA EL PAILON del Diablo

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Banos

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

La Casa del Arbol

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Quito

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Wonderful tour operator

Yolanda_R, Apr 2024

One of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Thanks to our fabulous tour guide Irene and Jesy, the driver as well Mauricio and Andres. They give 5 stars services. My trip in Ecuador was wonderful and unforgettable

Fabulous Experience with Irene

NestorJames_C, Jan 2024

Irene was our tour guide during our visit to Cotopaxi. She’s full of energy and excitement and bubbly. But what really set off her passion and job was when she waited with the tour participants along a very busy highway a Bus heading to Cuenca. Cotipaxi is amazing, hike is a little challenge for me but with a little motivation and push to myself. I got to the top We didn’t complete the 3DAY. This review is for Cotopaxi only

Amazing Adventure

Tmima_G, Dec 2023

This tour was amazing!!! We took the full 3 day version. Our daughter is 20 years old and the three of us loved it and want to visit Ecuador again. Adrian was the perfect Tour Guide and took every chance to assist , guide, and coordinate so the experience was smooth and fun for everyone in the group. He made us feel like a family for 3 days . Jimmy was reliable taking us through the beautiful winding roads of the Andes. They both went the extra mile 😎. The activities were adventurous in every sense. From climbing a part of Cotopaxi, to visiting authentic indigenous communities, to hiking and swinging (the End of the World Swing), it was awesome! If you have that sense of adventure in you, you’ll love every minute. Be ready to hike in very high altitude. Consider acclimatising a few days in Quito first if you live at sea level. We are vivid hikers and it was instrumental to listen to Adrian who advised us about the pace so we could enjoy it all.

Amazing Trip through Volcanos of Ecuador

Jason_H, Nov 2023

We had an awesome guide in Josue. He was very knowledgeable about the area and did all the experiences with us. Cotopaxi hike to the first refuges was amazing. Quilotoa is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. And Banos was fun. Company was great to work with when our flight was delayed. Definitely recommend (and ask for Josue).

Great way to pack a LOT into 3 full days!

Karen_P, Nov 2023

This was a great way to experience three different regions without returning to Quito every night. The guides were wonderful and communication around all the transfers was good!

Magical three days - absolutely the way to go

Chase_M, Oct 2023

To put it simply, this adventurous loop is absolutely fantastic. Not only is the company excellent, but each of their guides brings a unique flair and has an amazing level of understanding and willingness to share, not just about the things in front of you, but about the broader context. They truly care not only about your experience, but about the country and the people (and animals) in it. Cotopaxi. Absolutely astonishing to have done. Not only are the views (weather permitting) absolutely breathtaking throughout, but the sense of satisfaction upon reaching the camp is amazing. It is a harder hike than you think. Take your time, listen to your body, and drink the coca tea - bring leaves to chew on and stick up in your gums. We had a group of 7 (plus the guide), one almost turned back partway (I gave him some leaves and he made it) and another got sick at the top (but was otherwise fine). Carlos was our guide and he was stupendous. He was funny, knowledgeable, honest, and - when folks were struggling, was a great coach and encourager. We were so lucky to get him for this day in particular. I almost forgot... feeding the animals carrots at the restaurant after a day of hiking is truly a special joy. We stayed at Chuquiragua Lodge in El Chaupi overnight. Rooms are inexpensive, but are basic accommodations, and the dinner was fairly expensive. But, absolutely gorgeous views in the morning and cute cows. Great place to relax in the quiet after a long day. Quilotoa. We had 8 or 9 folks in our group this day. An example of this company being excellent is that they tell you the truth about the horses/mules - don't ride them - they are abused. It is a harder hike than Cotopaxi if you go all the way down and then back up, so assess your situation and plan accordingly. The best views are from the top anyways! Stopping to see Julian and in Tigua at the gallery was a great mini-cultural tour. Julian is a Quichua man who has lived in the same rural hour for 50 years - he is clearly very proud and excited to share about his life with visitors. I feel very lucky to have met him. Long ride to Baños - we stayed at Hotel Donde Ivan. Baños has a TON of good food and a great night life - since we didn't have to go all the way to Quito and back for the next day we were able to enjoy it. Hotel Donde Ivan is a good value - the breakfast is great - the rooms are basic, but the price is right. Baños day - we had Alejandro. Maybe it's that it was just my one person, my friend, and I, but Alejandro was our absolute favorite guide. Willing to chat about anything, adapted on the fly when we didn't want to go ziplining and wanted to do a hike instead - knowledgeable, patient, not impositional - just fantastic. The "swing" is a bit touristy, but you can't help but feel a little bit of childlike glee while doing it. The candy factory is a fun mini-tour and honestly a great place to get treats to bring back home. The waterfalls though. Pictures can't capture the majesty. You can hypothetically book each of these as separate tours, returning to Quito each day. Most people do that. Let me tell you that they are FOOLS. This is ABSOLUTELY the way to go. Less time travelling, more time relaxing, sleeping, and enjoying yourself. It is a jam-packed three days but you will have a fantastic time and really get a feel for what the highlands are like. This set of tours has turned me into a brand evangelist for Ecuador - if you're thinking about it, just do it. You wont' regret it.

3-day-wonderland

Povilas_P, Aug 2023

First day was amazing. Mauricio (Driver) and Adrian (Guide) took good care of us even we were only 2 English-speakers in a group of 17. Climb to Cotopaxi was quite demanding, but we managed to reach our destination. Make sure to bring a passport if you want a stamp! After that we went for a delicious lunch, and finally reached cosy hotel with beautiful garden and view to Cotopaxi. Second and third days were even better. On our way to Quilotoa with new guide Josué and driver Alberto we visited locals, learned about food, culture and history. Chewing Coca leaves on the way down to crater lake we were mesmerized by the view. After the kayaking and a joyous climb up, we tasted local specialty - Guinea pig. Day was crowned within hot spring baths in Baños. Third day was dedicated to waterfalls and adventures. We started the day on a swing in the front of the Volcano followed by 2 km track of zip-lining through the jungles. Stunning waterfalls and nature, delicious fruits and food. All of the activities were supplemented by interesting stories and history. With Josué, we felt like with a friend on a wonderful trip. We’d be glad to join him in future adventures. Note that not all of the experiences are included in the price. On the other hand prices are not high in general. We recommend buying Coca leaves in advance to help with altitude sickness. All our questions about the trip were answered by the support so we started the trip with calm hearts.

The best 3 day tour!!

Jennifer_B, Jun 2023

This tour is a must do!! Our first day we had Irene as our guide for a day at Cotopaxi and she took such great care of us! The hike to the base camp was challenging but she was there to help everyone in the group the whole way! We then stayed the night outside of Cotopaxi at La Quinta La Coroda and it was a lovely ranch with great hospitality & food! The 2nd and 3rd day we had Carlos as our guide and he went above and beyond to provide the best 2 days of travel for us. On the way to Quilatoa we stopped at a parade and experienced the culture of small village. Quilatoa was absolutely gorgeous! Carlos then got us to Baños in time to experience the night life and give us great recommendations. Day 3 he took us around Baños to see waterfalls, ziplining, scenic overlooks and ended at an amazing lunch at an artsy hotel. We could not have asked for a better tour and would highly recommend!!

Amazing experience

Hannah_R, Jun 2023

Day 1 was with a larger group, climbing the volcano in Cotopaxi. Danni was a great guide, super friendly and helpful. The night in the hotel in a lodge was ok, very basic and a little cold. But for one night, it’s fine. Days 2 and 3 were a private tour, with your own guide. Ernesto was amazing - very friendly, knowledgeable, patient and kind. Day 2 was quilotoa lake, which was stunning. You stay the night in a hotel in banos. This hotel was better than the 1st night, although still basic. Day 3 was an action packed day in banos. I would highly recommend this tour and the guides, danni and Ernesto - they were amazing

Fantastic Adventure!

Jack_M, May 2023

This trip was amazing! We loved all three places, and especially enjoyed the adventure park and the waterfalls in Baños. It was a fantastic experience, the hotels were clean and well maintained. Our guide Irene was especially wonderful and very knowledgeable, we really enjoyed learning about Ecuadorian culture from her.

Wow!

Emily_N, Apr 2023

What an incredible trip! We only had a short time to visit Ecuador and this trip allowed us to see the highlights. Jessica was our tour guide for Cotopaxi - she was so patient, kind, and knowledgeable. Misa was our guide for Baños and Quilotoa - he was funny, positive, and so personal. Misa went out of his way to get us ice cream because it was my favorite food! And also let us try many native fruits of Ecuador. I can’t speak about these two guides highly enough. The two places we stayed were comfortable and appropriate for what we payed for this experience. I recommend this tour if you only have a short amount of time in Ecuador!

Great tour, fantastic guides.

Darbie_O, Apr 2023

The tour guides in Ecuador are exceptional. Adrian was a fountain of knowledge and went above and beyond to make our experience positive. We saw everything highlighted in the tour, on time and with a great crew. Guiermo was a top notch driver and kept us all on time.

Great tour and really enjoyable.

JOSEPH_G, Feb 2023

This was a great tour I really like to recommend. Our tour guide Irene is very knowledgeable and takes everything very well during the tour. Both Irene and the driver did excellent job that made our trip So enjoyable.

Good trip worth doing

Lloyd_M, Feb 2023

The two main destinations, Quilotoa and Cotopaxi were great and must see destinations. Both hikes were challenging but worthwhile. Though there were a couple of places we visited in Baños we really liked, it was a long way to travel. The trip was well run and the guides very good.

Fabulous Hikes, activities and tour guides

shalakarahalkar, Jan 2023

Absolutely recommend this 3-day trip. We had the duo of Carlos and Carlos, on our first 2 days. They were informative, fun, and the perfect duo. Carlos hiked with us at Quilotoa and always had the best recommendations be it activities or food. On the third day was Jessy equally friendly and knowledgeable. We had Grace the tour coordinator which got us out thru some minor issues with quick resolutions. Overall a wonderful team and highly recommend this tour.

this was a amazin trip!!!...

Monique_C, Nov 2022

this was a amazin trip!!! Guide was perfect! Friendly, knowlagable. The hotel where very nice and clean and the site we visisted where amazing

Yaniv_V, Oct 2022

Was nice. Liked the activities around banos. The guide could be better, but he tried. Most of the time.. The thing i really think they should change is that we passed 3 days many country villages, markets, etc.. but we never stopped because it's not in the plan. We stopped only in places and restaurants that they wanted from the company's reasons interests.. usually very far from any other place.

Great trip hiking...

michaelmurrell21, Oct 2022

Great trip hiking Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, and exploring Banos. Guides were extremely knowledgeable and encouraging especially with the hikes.

Great experience

Patricio_S, Jul 2022

Great experience for everyone, the tour guides and drivers were great, Irene and Carlos our guides made the best out of difficult situations when weather wasn’t cooperating taking us to alternative sites and rearranging the schedule. Hotel at Cotopaxi was great. Views were spectacular and the experience overall was great. Only issue was not having an option to upgrade the hotel in Banos

Do this

donnaguidry1969, May 2022

Irene and Nestor were awesome. Great experience, enthusiasm and care for our comfort. Do yourself a favor and try this tour