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The one that combines an island-hopping odyssey with 2 days of sustainable development work
Want to see Colombia before you start? Check out trips on p.58, p.60 & p.64 for the best combo.
&#; ĂŒ37+61 Take it all in, you're in Quito! A locally guided tour will get you clued up with the city, including a visit to a handicraft market & skipping between two hemispheres at the Equatorial line. Hotel (D) &#;5 ĂŒ ĂŒ6'0# Here in Tena, the city is yours to roam. A meeting with a shaman & a local soccer match will have you delving deep into the heart of the community before winding down with some sugarcane & cinnamon drinks. Itching for an adrenaline rush? There's always our rafting experience Add-On‌ Hotel (B)(B,D) F Community visit F Rafting experience &#; ĂŒ37+61 61 /+0)# .1&)' We'll be meeting up with the ME to WE team in Los Rios, before travelling by boat down the Napo River. Arriving at Minga Lodge we'll then take part in a trip orientation, & after dinner take an Amazonian night walk through the jungle. (B,D)
&#; ĂŒ/+0)# .1&)' 61 $#b15 Waking up early, we'll head out before breakfast to explore the rainforest by daylight, keeping our eyes peeled for toucans, longtailed Potoos, as well as the myriad of flora & fauna. It's then back onto the boat as we journey back to Los Rios, where you'll continue to BaĂąos. (B)
Island this morning, we'll journey back to Santa Cruz Island for a day of beach side fun at pristine Tortuga Bay, where iguanas & blue footed boobies will be your sunbathing companions. Hotel (B)
keep your hunger at bay as you peruse the historic neighbourhood of Las PeĂąas. Hotel (B) &#;5 ĂŒ ĂŒ ISABELA ISLAND Settling into island life, our wildlife kayaking adventure will see us taking to the seas with beady eyes on the lookout for green sea turtles. Snorkelling & seal pup spotting will get you up close & personal to wildlife completely native to this little corner of the world. Hotel (B,D)(B)
&#;5 ĂŒ ĂŒ SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND On the island of sea lions & volcanoes, a boat cruise & a bird spotting experience will open our eyes to the island's glorious wildlife before we indulge in a traditional Galapagos meal. The pretty town of El Progreso will add a splash of colour to our trip. Hotel (B)(B,L,D) F Island biking adventure
&#; ĂŒ5#06# CRUZ ISLAND Bidding goodbye to Isabela
Choose a Me to We voluntary experience on this trip. Available on all departures. See p.20-21 for more details.
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WANT TO DO PERU? Keep going to the iconic ruins of Machu Picchu. Check out Peru trips on p. 64 for the best combo.
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&#;5 ĂŒ ĂŒ TENA TO BAĂ‘OS The natural beauty of BaĂąos isn't just to be admired from afar: you'll get back in touch with nature during your time here with the option to zip line through the trees or keep it close to the ground on horseback, passing waterfalls & volcanoes. Hotel (B)(B,D) F Adventure Zipline/Climb F Horseback riding F Canyoneering
&#; ĂŒ )7#;#37+. There's time to relax this morning & take in the beauty of the island before heading back to the mainland where your trip ends on arrival. Not done yet? Why not fly to Peru & join our Peru Uncovered trip? (B)
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We had a wonderful overview of Ecuador. We were shown the 4 major ecosystems. Transportation to each place ran smoothly & we took planes, buses, & boats! I would hands-down recommend this trip.
&#; ĂŒ)7#;#37+. This is Ecuador's largest city, & you'll get acquainted with its urban side at the city's riverfront, MalecĂłn. Ceviche will
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Start Jul 28 O Aug 25 O Sep 15 O
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Start Oct 13 O Nov 3 O Dec 1 O
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* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement add US$665. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Please see ‘Airfares’ on p.82 for important info. Start Quito 7:00am & end Guayaquil approx. 4:00pm. O These trips have the option to book the Me to We package & skip the 2 nights in Tena. Please use code QGMW. See days 2-4 in the itinerary & add a single room supplement of US$915. Q Trip spends Xmas in Banos & NYE in San Cristobal. V Trip spends Xmas in Santa Cruz. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Important Note: The Galapagos Islands have a compulsory US$100 entrance fee to the Galapagos National Park, a US$20 INGALA fee & a US$10 Isabela Island tax that are only payable in cash on arrival (subject to increase). Please ensure you have this money ready to ensure entry to these locations. Travellers will join you for sections of this trip, wait till you meet all the fun people ready for adventure!
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&#; ĂŒ /+0)# .1&)' After meeting & getting to know the local community & their current priorities, we'll spend most our day volunteering on a build for a current local infrastructure project. Later on, we'll experience a Shamanic Ceremony & learn the in's & out's of indigenous weapons from a local hunter. (B,L,D)
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WANT MORE ADVENTURE?
Extend your trip to include Peru or Colombia. See p.58, p.60, p.64 for more info, departure dates & prices
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