Ecuador & Peru Adventure

Day 1: Quito, Ecuador

Your adventure starts here! Make your way to your starting accommodation, through bustling streets full of traditional markets, shaman healers and indigenas. There are no activities planned today apart from a welcome meeting, so chill out after your flight, or head into the city and get exploring! Tonight, visit a local peña, for some tasty grub, and hit a salsa club and dance the night away

Day 2: Quito to Tena

Today we’re heading to Tena, from where we’ll transfer to a rural village community in the heart of the Amazon. You’ll be welcomed into the home of a Quichuan family (an indigenous people, whose way of life is under threat from mining and farming). Staying here is a real privilege and is sure to be a cultural experience you’ll never forget.

Days 3 - 4: Tena

Enjoy the most incredible couple of days staying with your Ecuadorian family, hiking through the rainforest, learning about the traditional Quichuan way of life, and visiting another local community to see how they make chocolate – yum! You’ll have the chance to go white-water rafting and visit a local animal centre too.

Day 5: Tena to Baños

We’re off to the green, unspoilt spa town of Baños today. The town is famous for its thermal springs, and adrenaline sports. You’ll arrive with plenty of time to explore.

Day 6: Baños

Explore Baños at your own pace today. Hike the local trails or join an optional excursion to the famous thermal baths, or go horse-riding, mountain-biking, white-water rafting, canyoning or ziplining – you’re spoilt for choice!

Day 7: Baños to Cuenca

Our next stop is the most beautiful city in Ecuador. Drop your bags at the hotel and head out to explore the charming colonial streets and the amazing array of bars and restaurants.

Day 8: Cuenca to Mancora, Peru

Enjoy a free day in Cuenca. Visit the fragrant flower market, check out the cathedral and grab an empanada on one of the main plazas. Don’t miss the optional trip to the mind-blowing Inca site of Ingapirca, or a visit to Cajas National Park. Tonight we’ll travel into Peru as we sleep, on the overnight bus to Mancora.

Days 9 - 10: Mancora

Are you ready for some beach-bumming? Mellow Mancora is the perfect place to bronze your bod, catch some surf, watch stunning sunsets and sample some seriously fresh ceviche. Make sure you have at least one big night out while you’re here – the nightlife is off the hook!

Day 11: Mancora to Trujillo

Enjoy another day of beach bliss in Mancora before hopping on the overnight bus to colourful Trujillo.

Day 12: Trujillo

Trujillo is a gorgeous city with lovely colonial buildings and churches waiting to be explored. Spend your day wandering the cobbled streets, and stopping for lunch in the leafy squares, or if you’re still craving the coastline, take the 20 minute bus journey to sleepy little Huanchaco.

Day 13: Trujillo to Lima

Enjoy another full day in Trujillo, exploring at your own pace. Don’t miss the optional excursion to the impressive Chan Chan ruins – a beautifully preserved pre-Incan site. Tonight we’ll nod off on the overnight bus to Lima.

Days 14: Lima

Wake up in Peru’s lively capital city. Explore the colourful mansions and palm-dotted streets, and tuck into some of Lima’s famously lip-smacking grub. We’ve got some incredible extras on offer today including a city tour, a Peruvian horse show, and a spectacular light and fountain display. Enjoy a last night out with your group.

Day 15: Trip End

The time has come to pack your bags, swap numbers and say your goodbyes. Your Ecuador & Peru Adventure ends today. See you again soon!

Looking for a longer trip?

This trip is part of a longer itinerary in South America. If you are looking to spend more time in this amazing continent check out the...

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You should arrange your arrival into Quito International Airport.  Transfers are not included in the trip price.  The airport is around 1 hour from the city centre where your hotel is located.  It is advised that you get a taxi (at a cost of approximately USD30-40) from the taxi stand close to customs, and that you pay for the taxi at a rate set at the taxi stand. 

Please note, we can also arrange a private transfer for you when you arrive. Please contact a Travel Advisor for more information.

No activities are planned for Day 1 so you may arrive at any time. You will have contact from your tour leader during Day 1 and there will be a short welcome meeting soon after arrival, where you can meet your group and learn more about the trip. 

14 nights of multi-share (4-6 people) accommodation are included as part of the Ecuador & Peru Adventure. This involves 8 nights in simple hotels, 3 nights on overnight transport, 2 nights in jungle huts and 1 night in the community lodge.

Please note that power cuts and hot water shortages can be common in Peru.

Some but not all meals are included as part of the trip. In total you will have 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners included, during the time of your Amazon jungle stay. 

The minimum age to join this trip is 18. This trip is designed for travellers aged 18-39.

Your passport should have at least six months validity. British citizens do not need a visa to visit Ecuador or Peru if visiting as a tourist for up to 90 days. Visa rules and regulations are subject to change. Please check the relevant embassy websites for the most up to date visa information.

Physical Rating: Light. The activities on this trip are suitable for most fitness levels.

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