From the Northern beaches of Peru, it is only a hop, skip and a jump into Ecuador, and believe us when we say it is well worth the effort to travel there. Ecuador is a country that has so much to give visitors – from the spectacular cities to the national parks Stand atop the equator at La Mitad del Mundo, wow at the colors of the Otavalo Market and stroll the historic center of Quito which is a World Heritage UNESCO site. And, of course, there are the picture-like pretty destinations of Cuenca and Guayaquil to consider, both of which open up interesting opportunities such as touring a Panama hat factory and learning about cacao, the main ingredient in chocolate. Ecuador also provides plenty of opportunities to get up close to nature including a hike through the Cotopaxi National Park, and a visit to the Pailon Diablo waterfall. And no tour of Ecuador is complete without a train ride on the La Nariz del Diablo (the Devil’s Nose) to see Ingapirca, the largest Inca ruins in Ecuador. Ecuador appeals to visitors of all ages and backgrounds and is worth considering as an add-on to Peru or as a destination in its own right.
Magic Ecuador Tour
We call our tour of Ecuador magic for a reason and you will not need to spend much time in this spellbinding country to see why. It is easy to be captivated by the traditions and natural wonders that Ecuador has to offer and the regional dishes and local delicacies will have you asking for seconds. Smaller than other South American countries the pace of life here is relaxing. Take your time to wander the winding streets of Cuenca, Guayaquil and Quito. Admire the volcanoes and soak in the hot springs allowing this wondrous country to take enchant you. With destinations like Banos de Agua Santa, Cotopaxi National Park, the Magic Ecuador tour is not to be missed.
