Welcome to Quito, the capital of Ecuador! Arrive at the Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), where your private driver will meet you to transfer you to your accommodation in the city center, a one-hour trip.After you check in and rest, you can start exploring on your own; take a walk in the city center, the colonial center of Quito has already been named a world cultural heritage by UNESCO in 1978 and is home to many beautiful, historic buildings and squares. You can visit the Plaza Grande and the beautiful churches La Compañía and La Basílica and walk down the oldest street of Quito—La Ronda. Later this evening, you will enjoy a welcome dinner at your boutique hotel.

Today, after breakfast, your English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a walking city tour. The colonial center of Quito was already named world cultural heritage by UNESCO in 1978 and is home to many beautiful, historic buildings and squares. You will visit the Plaza Grande and the beautiful churches La Compañía and La Basílica, and walk down the oldest street of Quito—La Ronda.Afterward, you will visit the equatorial monument Mitad del Mundo, where French scientists determined the position of the central line many years ago.

Today, a private transfer will take you about an hour and a half south of Quito for a hike up the extinct Pasochoa Volcano. At 13,800 feet (4,200 m) in elevation, this volcano offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including a rare original Andean Forest tucked within its crater. This unique landscape supports hundreds of birds and other wildlife, like wild horses and the Andean condor. Take in the sights and sounds of the Ecuadorean Andes on this five-to-six-hour hike before heading back to Quito for a well-earned rest.

You won't have to travel far for today's hike. Rucu Pichincha, one of two summits of the Pichincha Volcano, sits on the western edge of Quito. In fact, the city is built on Pichincha's slopes! Kick off your hike by riding the Teleférico cable car from the city center to about 12,900 feet (4,000 m) up the slope. From here, hike for about three hours to gain 2,470 feet (753 m) in elevation and reach the summit, but be prepared—while much of the trail crosses through beautiful páramo (alpine tundra found in the Andes), it ends with a steep rock scramble. The views from the top should make that last push worth it, and you can always catch your breath on the 20-minute ride back down the Teleférico to the city.

This morning, you will explore the surroundings of the Cuicocha Lagoon during a short hike through the vivid flora of the Andean highlands, where blue waters and an awe-inspiring scene await you.The lagoon is one of Ecuador's hidden gems, sitting just outside of Otavalo, where you can sometimes hike around the whole thing without ever running into another person. In the afternoon, you will continue to your Hacienda in the area of Otavalo to check-in, rest, and it enjoy its properties.

Today you will arrive to Cotopaxi National Park and if the conditions allow you will have your hike up to the beginning of the glacier where you can practice some climbing techniques with the relevant equipment. This will help prepare you for your next climb. You will be spending the night in a beautiful Hacienda.

After breakfast you will leave the Cotopaxi area at 09:00 am in private transportation until 4400 meters above sea level, here the walking will take for around 3 hours until arriving at the Cayambe volcano Refuge at 4600 m.a.s.l. Here we will take a rest to eat the box lunch and after that, we will take around 1 hour of glaciers practices before taking the dinner and the rest for continuing. The wake up will be at midnight to get ready with all the climbing equipment and after a hot tea, we will start to walk with the objective of arriving at the Cayambe Volcano Summit at 5790 meters above sea level, after around 5 to 6 hours. Afterwards, you will enjoy the awesome views from the top of this volcano for around 20 minutes.

This morning, when you get down from the Refuge, your guide will take you back to Quito.

You may explore La Floresta neighborhood: Known to be a neighborhood with lots of street art, artsy cafes, nice views, and a wide variety of restaurants and street food. Carolina Park: The largest urban park in Quito. It has different areas such as an artificial lake, a running track, and even biking and skate parks.There are some museums and cultural spots in the city that you can explore such as La Casa de La Cultura, MINDALAE museum, or el Museum of Contemporary Art. Itchimbía Park is beautiful and home for the Crystal Palace where different cultural and art exhibitions are in rotation, aside from offering a fantastic view of the city. You can also explore nearby cafes with stunning views.

A 30-minute flight will bring you from Quito to Coca, passing the Eastern Andes Mountain range. After landing, you will be transferred to the port.

Arriving at Napo Cultural Center, you will have the outstanding chance to step onto the aboriginal territory of the kichwa Añangu community, with its members welcoming you with a traditional and refreshing ice-cold “wayusa."The local hotel manager will give instructions and then take you to your comfortable room with views of the rainforest. Your first activity in the afternoon will be a hike along the “Playas” trail to experience amazon wildlife for the first time in the river islands and shores amidst one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Kayaking is also available as an optional activity for around 45 min where you will enjoy an overwhelming and colorful sunset in the vastness of Napo River. Then head back to your cabin, rest a bit, and be prepared for a well-deserved dinner. After dinner, you will fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of the Amazon.

Today, you'll rise for an early breakfast to get a start on a jam-packed adventure day. You'll be completing the following activities: Observation Tower/Tucaneta or Mandi Forest. The first activity of the day will be taking a short 20-minute walk to the national park's Observation Tower. This amazing construction will allow you to climb 120ft (36.5m) above the forest. You'll be accompanied by a naturalist guide and a native guide; they will help you spot colorful birds, and maybe even certain primates. On the way back from the tower, there is the option of taking the Tucaneta Trail. Your native guide will show you some of the medicinal plants still in use today, and your naturalist guide will provide you with interesting information on the ecology and natural history of the Amazon. You can also opt to visit the beautiful lagoon of Mandi Cocha. A one-hour hike takes you to an igapó forest or a forest that is temporarily flooded by blackwater. Different species of birds and even giant otters can be seen here. Charapa Trail:After lunch at the lodge, you'll head out on this one-hour trail to the edge of the lagoon. The loop provides numerous wildlife-watching opportunities, as different mammals, monkeys, and birds come closer to the lagoon at this time looking for food. It is also the perfect place to witness an Amazonian sunset.Night Canoe Ride: Your guides will take you around the lagoon on a canoe looking for nocturnal wildlife. You'll get to see animals many visitors are unable to see. This is also a great opportunity for star gazing! Once back at the lodge, enjoy dinner and get some rest.

This morning, you will participate in a traditional Kichwa ritual! You will wake up around 04:30 am and drink the traditional energy drink "Wayusa." You can forward to listening to songs in the local language, meditating, and interpreting dreams. It will be a unique "once in a lifetime" experience, where you will experience the harmony, peace, and joy that the indigenous people of South America know so well.Wayusa is a traditional, energizing herbal tea prepared from the leaves of a sacred tree in the equatorial rain forests of the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle by indigenous people. Each family has their tree and use it as a part of their everyday lives, and has been a part of the Amazonian culture for more than 2000 years.

Transfer to the motorized canoe in order to return to Coca. In Coca, you will take the flight back to Quito. Upon arrival at UIO, your private driver will meet you and take you to your hotel in the city center.

Set off on a day trip to the Mindo-Nambillo Ecological Reserve, to explore the cloud forest in the subtropical Mindo Valley at around 4,100 feet (1,250 m). Its position at the intersection of the Choco Lowlands and the tropical western side of the Andes has made Mindo a mild-weathered, rainy, and therefore incredibly biodiverse region. As you walk, look out for the reserve's 400 species of bird, including hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and the elusive Andean cock-of-the-rock. You could drop in to meet the Michigan couple behind Mindo Chocolate Makers. The enterprise harnesses the region's perfect cocoa-growing conditions to create small-batch chocolate, using pure and ethically sourced ingredients. They'll even give you a go at making your own! Another option is to visit a butterfly farm, where you can get up to 1,000 species of butterfly at all life cycle stages. Keen on some adrenaline? Up the pace with a tubing adventure down white-water rapids, or soar from one tree to another on zip lines. Late afternoon, you head back to Quito to spend the night.

Your driver will be waiting for you at your hotel in Quito to take you to the Airport, so you arrive 3 hours before your flight in order to have time to purchase the TCT, get your luggage ready, and get everything neat for your flight!

Head toward Puerto Ayora and the Charles Darwin Research Station along with the national park visitor’s center. Once in town, walkout to the station watching for iguanas and birds along the way. Check out the park visitor center and then head over to the tortoise breeding center to learn about the conservation projects and goals for the islands. Stroll along the beachand watch the boats passing by the rocky shores.You will have some time to explore Puerto Ayora; it is the largest community in the Galápagos. Look around the fish market and take a peek at the artisan crafts available all around. The bay and the docks are host to lots of wildlife: sea lions, crabs, iguanas, pelicans, rays, sharks, and even an occasional sea turtle or two.Perhaps you will choose to stroll around the Laguna de las Ninfas to see the four types of mangroves – button, red, white, and black – that line the inlet. Watch for fish and birds plus the odd sea turtle that makes a detour inland.After lunch, head over to Tortuga Bay. Its sparkling white-sand beaches and crystalline waters with white tip reef sharks, sea turtles, iguanas, and any number of fish will delight even the crankiest visitor. If you’d like, you have the option to catch a snorkeling excursion out to visit some sea lions. Sometimes it’s also possible to rent kayaks and cruise around the bay in style with a great view straight down into the water from your floating perch. Sunbathing, reading, swimming, strolling along the sand letting the waves roll over your toes and wash the sand out from beneath your feet, and other lovely beach activities are also available here.

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel to go on a discovery beginner diving tour off the coast of Santa Cruz.You will experience diving up to 10 meters, although it does not result in a certification. The scuba instructor will spend a little time with you to explain the basic principles of scuba diving and give you an overview of your scuba gear. Once you feel comfortable, your instructor will take you in the beach to help you learn basic scuba skills.Depending on the authorizations from the National Park of Galapagos, you will visit any of the three different dives sites on the island - they all have their own thriving populations of rare sea life, where under its crystal clear waters you can swim with hammerhead sharks, white tip sharks, sea lions, golden rays, sea turtles, fish and a great variety of marine life.

Today a diving day is on your agenda! You will be brought to one of the amazing diving spots around Santa Cruz Island, for example, Gordon Rocks, Carrion Point, Daphne, or North Mosquera. The destination will depend on availability, weekday, and permissions by the National Park.You will return to Puerto Ayora in the afternoon, to enjoy a free evening in town.

With no planned activities today, you're free to enjoy the island's beauty at your own pace. Hike to Tortuga Bay, go for a stroll in the peaceful town of Puerto Ayora, shop for souvenirs, explore hidden coves, or rent a bike to explore the highlands.Today is for enjoying the beauty of the Galapagos, taking lots of photos, and slowing down the pace to truly appreciate island life. 

If there is enough free time before your transfer to the airport, do some last- minute souvenir shopping or take a last stroll through Puerto Ayora.At the designated time, your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the Itabaca Channel, which you will cross on a ferry. For the last part of your trip to the airport, take the public shuttle bus to the terminal, where your program ends with your return flight to the mainland.Upon arrival from the Galapagos Islands to Ecuador's mainland airport, a driver will take you to your hotel. Spend the rest of your day at leisure in Quito. 

At the designated time, your private driver will pick you up from your hotel to take you to Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport for your international departure.