4 Days Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños and Amazon with hotel and activities included
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In only 4 days you will visit highlights at the Andes and jungle in Ecuador. You will be at the second highest volcano, you will visit the turquise lake, Baños the adventure city and you will enjoy the nature and culture at the Amazon jungle.
The order of the itinerary may vary according to operating conditions, however at the end of the tour you will visit the attractions mentioned in the detail.
The order of the days may vary, we will inform you of the final itinerary one day before the tour.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Quito to Cotopaxi
Accommodations
One nigt at Cotopaxi in hacienda, shared room, if you want you can make un upgrade for a private room
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Standar breakfast inlcuded
Machachi
We will leave Quito early and take the Pan-American highway to the South, we will make a small stop for the breakfast, here you can use the bathrooms and use the cash machine if required.
Cotopaxi National Park
Very close to Quito is the second highest volcano in Ecuador, the Cotopaxi has 5,897 meters above sea level and is active, you can visit this protected area and climb to the first refuge at 4,864 meters above sea level. We will ask you for your passport or ID picture to enter inside the Cotopaxi National Park, we will make the register and then we can access the protected area.
Cotopaxi National Park
Visit the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center, where there is an exhibition of photographs and information about the Cotopaxi volcano, also here we will learn about the plants and animals inside the reserve.
Laguna de Limpiopungo
Limpiopungo Lagoon is a beautiful lake formed by water from the glaciers. It is located very close to the Cotopaxi volcano from this point we can observe the different species of birds, native plants of the area and the volcanoes near the park.
Cotopaxi National Park
Finally we will go up to the parking lot to start our walk to the José Rivas refuge located at 4,864 meters above sea level. The walk can take between an hour and an hour and a half, the most important thing is to enjoy the road and the beautiful landscape.
Cotopaxi Province
After visiting the National Park we will make a stop for lunch at a farm near Cotopaxi. We recommend you try the delicious potato locro for the cold. (Lunch not included) Spend one night in Cotopaxi surounded by the volcanos and the nice landscape, the acomodation is shared but if you want a private room you can pay an upgrade
Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Baños
Accommodations
Casa Piedad Baños or similar, private room (15usd upgrade required on hollidays and weekends)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Cotopaxi Province
Enjoy the breakfast with a nice view of the volcanos Pick up from your hotel
Quilotoa
We will make the first stop at the traditional house of moorland, here we will be able to appreciate the raising of the guinea pigs and the agriculture of the area.
Laguna Quilotoa
When we get to Quilotoa we will make the walk to the lagoon, there are other options of trails, according to the degree of difficulty and the weather we will take the best path. Then we will have time to enjoy a typical lunch in the area (food not included)
Banos
Travel from Quilotoa to Baños, check in in Baños and free night. At Baños you can decide to go to the thermal pools of walk around the town. Night in Baños hotel included (included shared room)
Baños - Puyo - Misahualli
Accommodations
Hotel at Misahualli, eco lodge
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
La Casa del Arbol
Ride the “Swing at the End of the World” at La Casa del Árbol where you can look out at the epic Mt. Tungurahua Volcano and the vast Ecuadorian wilderness below.
Cascada El Pailon
The Devil´s cauldron waterfall or Pailon del Diablo Waterfall is 262 feet (80 meters) high, the waterfall feels so much taller when standing right next to it. Part of the reason it feels so massive is that huge amounts of water are compressed into a narrow channel before exploding off a mountain ledge. The force of that churning water created a dramatic bowl where it meets the mountain. That bowl holds all of that swirling water before allowing it to exit through a rocky channel down to the valley below. We will make a walk to get next to the waterfall.
Pastaza river
Ride a cable car over the Pastaza River for extraordinary panoramic views of waterfalls, mountains, and beautiful jungle landscapes.
Yana Cocha
Visit YanaCocha reserve, since 2006 has been developing important work to benefit the conservation of flora and fauna in the province of Pastaza, receives animal victims of trafficking, which are confiscated by the environmental authorities. Currently the YanaCocha Bio Park houses more than 200 specimens (42 species), the same that are under the care and attention of specialists, volunteers and workers who put all their love and effort to make the lives of these animals this better living conditions above.
Misahualli
We will sleep at Misahualli, this area is sorounded by eco lodges and you will have time to conect with the nature
Misahualli - Tena - Papallacta - Quito
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Misahualli
Early tour on the lake to watch animal from the jungle, is very common to watch monkeys. Chocolate tour, prepare chocolate with a local community. You will harvest your own chocolate and then prepare you own fondue.
Termas de Papallacta
Relax after an amazing journey between the Andes and the Amazon, we will visit Papallacta thermal pools. You will be able to use more than 10 pools of hot and cold water.
Quito
Drop off at your hotel, we drop off at this 3 main areas: La Carolina Plaza Foch Plaza Grande If you are located outside this are write us and we can arrange a transfer with extra payment
Options
4 Days Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños and Amazon with hotel and activities included
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Transportation and bilingual guide
Entrances at Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Pailon del diablo, Casa del árbol, Cable car, Yanachonca,Community
Hotel in Cotopaxi, Baños and Puyo
Extreme sports
Food
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing once in a life time experience
alinasQ6850TJ,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AMAZING FOUR DAY TOUR! This tour was a great way to see many places of mainland Ecuador. Our first day to Cotopaxi was with our guide, Irene. She was funny and extremely informative. She helped us through the tough climb and made it all worth it. The views from the basecamp was amazing. The rest of our tour was with our guide,Jorge, and drive, Pato. Both Jorgr and Pato were so kind and they made us feel safe. This tour was incredibly adventurous and fun. We learned so much from them as well and really became immersed in the culture. Had an amazing once in a life time tour with them!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO BOOK THIS TOUR!
Once in a life time trip
Alina S,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00AMAZING AND FUN EXPERIENCE! Had a four day tour around major palces in Ecuador with our amazing guides Irene/Jorge and amazing driver Pato. They made us feel safe and welcomed. Irene was our guide for Cotopaxi. She is funny, kind, and very informative. She helped us get through the tough hike but it was all worth it. She answered all our questions and took the best picture of our lives. Rest of the tour was spent with our guide Jorge. Our journey during this tour was adventurous, fun, and relaxing. I learned so much for them and experienced our once in a life time trip! Highly highly recommend this tour with them!!!
Highly recommended this trip to get a great experience of Ecuador. Ernesto was amazing!
trevord979,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic trip with so much to see and experience in Ecuador. Ernesto was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and professional, and also became a friend. We learnt a lot about the cultural, historical, geographical and climatic zones. We also had fun with the numerous activities, adventures, and lovely meals. He was a great photographer too. We loved Ecuador, importantly because we had Ernesto as our guide. Thank you.
Everything was good
marvinz675,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quito and surroundings charming. Irene the guide: the best. I would definitely come back and recommend them. Actually, let's wait another year.
The best trip with the best guide
Y1913IQbelenc,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took the tour to show a foreign friend part of my country, and it was the best decision! The tour is excellent, and the guide, Ernesto, is even better. It was an incredible trip where you get to see so many places and experience different things in a short amount of time. Ernesto is super cool, knows a lot, and is an excellent guide and photographer. If you want to take the tour, don't hesitate. I hope Ernesto will be your guide so you have the best experience.
All very nice and very special, thank you for the very nice assistance you gave me and my family 🥹
valerygracef,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was all very cool, very fun, I loved the assistance of the guide and the driver (Irene and Vinicio) very attentive and friendly both, especially they made me feel very special and I learned a lot about beautiful Ecuador, I would definitely go back to Ecuador to live this wonderful experience again 😻
Excellent experience without Waste Ecuador uffff very beautiful soon I will return God by
raymerb2022,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent guide IRENE AND an Excellent Driver VINICIO these made our trip more pleasurable IRENE end of the endings really that many blessings helped us to know each of the places in a wonderful way and each question answered us excellent widely I recommend anyone traveling to Quito Ecuador to request the guide IRENE and driver VINICIO
How prepared my guide (Irene) was and how special she made my trip.
madelynp735,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have visited many destinations, so I agree with good tour guides; but my trip to Ecuador was wonderful and Irene and Vinicio made it more special. Irene is very authentic, welcoming and passionate; she shows her country with great pride, she makes you want to be Ecuadorian. She's very prepared, no matter what doubt you have, she'll have an answer. When I return to Ecuador I will pray to coincide with the amazing Irene and the kind Vinicio.🤍
Amazing 4 day tour with Irene and Ivan
danieluF6271XI,May 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family did the 4 day tour and it was absolutely amazing! Irene was our tour guide and she was incredible. She is knowledgeable, kind, passionate, and so incredibly fun! We could trust her with all of our questions (we had a lot!). She helped us find good food for our dietary needs, went out of her way to support us, and make sure absolutely everything was amazing. Irene absolutely made the tour! Make sure you specifically request her and you will won't regret it! She has a bright personality, incredible English, is an encyclopedia of knowledge, and is truly passionate about showing the diversity and beauty of her country. Similarly, we had a phenomenal driver, Ivan. He was friendly, professional, and handled the unpredictable traffic and winding, dark roads line a pro (including the fallout of landslides that we faced)! He really helped us enjoy the trip more! We asked him to join us often as his company also enriched our trip! These two are an amazing duo and you simply can't find a better crew to walk with you through this amazing tour! We saw the different areas of Ecuador, from the Andes to the Amazon and tried amazing food, stayed in gorgeous places, and met some of the kindest and most hospitable people. Check out this tour if you really want to get a feel for the country in just a few days, and make sure you request Irene and Ivan --they can't be beat!!! A few notes: -the hike at Cotopaxi is extremely difficult if you're not accustomed to the altitude (start at 14,000+ feet and climb to 16,000) -without Irene advocating for us, it may have been hard to meet dietary needs (gluten free and dairy free in our group) -many of the activities are physically demanding even in small amounts--be prepared! -be cautious if you get motion sickness --have a patch or Dramamine available
Awesome tour and guides!!!!!!
B4914VOjeffb,Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ecuador was amazing and the tour company was amazing. We had an awesome time and saw so much more due to the tour guides. It was a great trip
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