Avenue of the Volcanoes 4-Day Tour
More than 80 volcanoes
Departures Sept. 19-23 and Sep. 2-Oct. 1
The Ecuadorian Andes are home to more than 80 volcanoes, 27 of which are potentially active. This legendary route, the Avenue of the Volcanoes, showcases giants such as the Ilinizas, Cotopaxi, Tungurahua, Carihuairazo, Chimborazo, and El Altar.
Day 1
Quito – Cotopaxi – Limpiopungo – Hacienda La Ciénega
08:00 Departure along the Avenue of the Volcanoes, viewing Atacazo, Rumiñahui, Ilinizas and Cotopaxi.
09:30 Entrance to Cotopaxi National Park.
10:30 Walk around Limpiopungo Lagoon.
12:30 Transfer to Hacienda La Ciénega.
13:00 Lunch and free afternoon.
Overnight at La Ciénega.
Day 2
La Ciénega – Ambato – Guano – Riobamba
08:00 Drive to Ambato with views of Carihuairazo and Tungurahua.
09:30 Visit to Las Lirias Estates.
12:00 Typical lunch at Ambato Market.
14:00 Scenic route to Riobamba via San Andrés, viewing Chimborazo and El Altar.
15:00 Visit to Guano: handwoven carpets and fresh cholitas.
17:00 Arrival at Abraspungo Hotel.
Day 3
Riobamba – Ingapirca – Cuenca
08:00 Departure to Ingapirca.
11:00 Guided visit to the Cañari-Inca complex.
13:00 Lunch at Posada de Ingapirca.
16:30 Arrival in Cuenca (Hotel Victoria).
Day 4
Cuenca – Centro Histórico
08:00 Breakfast.
09:00 Convent of Las Conceptas.
10:00 Calderón Park and Cathedral.
11:00 San Luis Monastery.
11:30 Dr. Sojos Old Pharmacy.
12:00 Old Cathedral.
13:00 Lunch at Los Tiestos.
14:30 Todos los Santos.
15:00 Pumapungo + Illescas Workshop.
18:00 Return to hotel.
19:00 Optional dinner at Mansión Matilde.
Day 5
In Cuenca, at leisure to enjoy multiple options on your own
17h00 Transfer to airport for return flight to Quito
Tour Category
Premium Andean Scenic Expedition – Cultural & Natural Experience.
Included
• Private transportation.
• Professional driver and guide.
• Accommodation in La Ciénega, Abraspungo, Hotel Victoria.
• Entrance fees to Cotopaxi, Las Lirias, Ingapirca and Cuenca museums.
• Guided visits and light walks.
Not Included
• Tour prices (to be added).
• Meals not specified.
• Alcoholic drinks and extras.
• Tips.
• Travel insurance.
• Air tickets Cuenca - Quito
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, warm jacket, rain protection, hat, sunglasses, hydration, camera.
