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	Avenue of the Volcanoes Aug 15 - 23, 2008 Duration: 9 days Land Costs: $1699-$1969 Single Supplement: $325 In-country airfare: Included Add this extension onto your South American Journey: Amazon River Cruise Galapagos Cruise Classic Peru Adventure: Inca Trail Trek & Machu Picchu Ecuador Jungle Lodge Insurance Questions? Register Now

Ecuador: Avenue of the Volcanoes
Otavalo Highlands, Banos Hot Springs & Chiva Railway

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Overview

Otavalo Highlands Lodge

If you are planning a Galapagos Islands or Amazon River Cruise, consider extending your vacation to include a tour of the famous Avenue of the Volcanoes. Situated among picturesque lakes, magnificent sierras and terraced, patchwork farmlands, the Otavalo highlands are renowned for handicraft markets and local bartering. Visit the Bellavista Cloud Forest for an exclusive look into the secrets of the rainforest, and explore Cotopaxi National Park. Cotopaxi (19,700 ft / 5,897m) is the world's highest active volcano! Continue onto Banos, a small town nestled in the shadows of the Tungurahua volcano high above the Amazon Basin and surrounded by waterfalls and orchids for a full day and two nights in a Spa Lodge. Enjoy a thrilling rail journey around "Devil's nose" and descend into Cuenca, the "Athens of Ecuador." Colonial plazas and religious art treasures recall its recent past while outside the city lie the remains of human settlement, evidence to pre-Inca civilizations. Truly a complete look into the Ecuadorian highlands and a fascinating addition to your South American Journey!

Dream On: We can also book a custom Galapagos Islands Wildlife Cruise for you, your friends or family. Write or call us for details!

Adventure Highlights

• 9 Day/8 night Overland tour
• Ride the Chiva Railway from Cotopaxi to Cuenca
• In-country flight Cuena-Quito included
• Accommodations and meals included
• Expert bilingual guides
• Relax in a Banos Hot Springs Spa Lodge
• Colorful markets and picturesque scenery

Banos Spa Treatments		Indigenous Markets		Bellavista Cloud Forest

 Overview  |  Photos  |  Itinerary (PDF)