Top Ecuador Cultural Tours & Packages In 2025/2026

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• Discover the wild paradise of the Galapagos as well as local life on mainland Ecuador
• Visit local communities living in the mountainous highlands around Otavalo
• Stay in hotels on Santa Cruz and Isabela Islands and search for iconic Galapagos wildlife

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• Enjoy lunch as you journey to the lodge along the mighty Napo River – and look out for different shore birds, like herons, kingfishers, spoonbills and ospreys.
• Explore the rainforest your way – whether it’s jungle treks, dugout canoe safaris or simply relaxing in a hammock.
• Learn from a local guide about why the rainforest is so important to local communities – and maybe even spend some time with an indigenous family of the Quichuas del Oriente community.

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• A two-week trip that combines two icons of wildlife and culture in Latin America
• Discover the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos on a hotel-based exploration of several islands
• Take the train to Machu Picchu and immerse yourself in the history of the ancient Inca civilisation

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• Get your blood pumping as you scale Sierra Negra Volcano during an epic hike, then cool off with a swim in the perfect waters of Isla Isabela’s beaches.
• Many come to Isla Santa Cruz just for the giant tortoises. Get up close and personal with these enormous animals as they drag themselves through the sand.
• Learn about the unique habits of the marine iguana. This dinosaur-like little creature has an iridescent sheen and is only found on the Galapagos Islands.

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• A two-week tour of all the natural and cultural highlights of mainland Ecuador
• Explore traditional Andean villages and colonial architecture
• Visit Cotopaxi National Park and sleep in the Amazon Jungle

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• Learn about the unique habits of the marine iguana with your expert naturalist guide. This dinosaur-like creature has an iridescent sheen and is only found on the Galapagos Islands.
• Snorkel the incredible waters of Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock) – an eroded volcanic cone where sea turtles, rays and colourful fish call home.
• See the giant tortoises that freely roam the islands. Many visitors come to Isla Santa Cruz just to see these enormous creatures in their natural habitat!