MULTI-ADVENTURE
MEXICO CITY
ECUADOR
DAY 1 Hike in the breathtaking Andean landscape and trace the orchid-lined caldera rim around azure Laguna de Cuicocha • Take in magnificent views of the surrounding cloud forest, jagged peaks and lush valley far below • Wander through the colonial streets of Cotacachi, renowned for its leather goods. » La Mirage Garden Hotel - Casual Plus DAYS 2–3 Visit with master weavers and see their age-old techniques as you stroll through their studio • The family of a former Ecuadorian president welcomes us at luxurious Hacienda Zuleta • Check out Condor Huasi, a condor conservation center • Hike along steep-sided valleys to a pre- Inca archaeological site • Browse Zuleta’s renowned embroidery shop. » Hacienda Zuleta - Premiere DAYS 4–5 Fly to the Galápagos Islands, a sanctuary for a stunning array of unique plants and animals • With an expert local guide, we venture into a secluded private reserve where many giant tortoises hang out • Bike through the highlands and visit a local coffee and sugarcane farm • Spend the day at Tortuga Bay, with a chance to see sea turtles and white-tipped reef sharks. » Royal Palm Hotel Galápagos - Casual Plus DAYS 6–8 Boat from island to island, stopping to paddle, hike and swim with fluorescent fish, sea lions and eagle rays • Marvel at blue-footed boobies, Darwin’s finches, frigate birds and lava lizards • Hike through rich scalesia forests and witness giant tortoises wallowing in mud puddles. » Golden Bay Galápagos - Premiere Delve into pre-Inca history. Connect with indigenous peoples. Commune with condors and snorkel with sea lions. You’ll be forever changed by incredible Ecuador. Ecuador’s Magical Wildlife, Islands & Peaks GALÁPAGOS & ANDES
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
Santa Cruz Island
San Cristobal Island
Cotacachi
Laguna de Cuicocha
Zuleta
Pacific Ocean
Equator
Quito
8 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 1-2 • Walk/Hike • Snorkel • Bike • Kayak ACCOMMODATIONS Premiere & Casual Plus Hotels $7,599 to $9,199 per person double occ. + $800 internal air CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Families with Teens & Kids • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search ECAM on backroads.com
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