4 Day Trip on Avenue of the Volcanoes and Nariz del Diablo Train from Quito

4 Day Trip on Avenue of the Volcanoes and Nariz del Diablo Train from Quito

The highlands of the Ecuadorian Andes with its alluring beauty, are an amazing and unique place due to the multiplicity of landscapes and surroundings. It lends itself to the variety of activities and adventures we could have without the need of large and elaborate arrangements. Although small in size, Ecuador is a country with unexplored or barely explored places. Its mountains hide beautiful and exotic nooks enticing those who love all kinds of adventure. This program allows you to enjoy the snow covered volcanoes, some currently active as Cotopaxi; beautiful landscapes, amazing adventures and old villages as if time had stood still form part of an amazing variety of attractions awaiting to be discovered by those who are willing and ready to go beyond the frequently used roads.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cotopaxi National Park

Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Along the way, we’ll see various mountains including, El Corazon, Rumiñahui, Illinizas, Pasochoa, and Atacazo. The national park allows us the opportunity to hike around the lake at the foot of the Volcano. After, we’ll climb the volcano by vehicle until 4,500 meters. We’ll then climb until 4,800 meters where there is a refuge and from there continue up to the glaciers. Of course, all plans depend on weather and National Park restrictions. Visit the Interpretation Center. Overnight in Cotopaxi.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at selected hotel in Cotopaxi

Day 2: Quilotoa Lagoon

Stop At: Laguna Quilotoa, Laguna de Quilotoa, 070701 Ecuador
Leave early in the morning to Quilotoa Lagoon. On the way, we’ll observe the colorful landscape of the moors and indigenous communities that inhabit the area. (Possibility to visit an indigenous market depending the day) At the lagoon, you can descend inside the crater and return on horseback or simply take a walk around the crater. Lunch in Quilotoa. Overnight in Baños
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in selected hotels in Baños

Day 3: Baños Village

Stop At: Pailon del Diablo (Devil's Cauldron), Rio Verde - 18Km From Banos, Banos Ecuador
A day of exploration of the town of Baños and the valley of the waterfalls. The Pailon del Diablo is the largest and most spectacular Ecuador´s falls. There is also an opportunity to visit the hot springs after which the town has been named. Visit The House Tree to take amazing pictures. Overnight in Riobamba
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at selected hotels in Riobamba

Day 4: Alausí- Devil´s Nose Train

Stop At: Centro Historico de Alausi, Calle Garcia Moreno, Villalba and Bolivar, Alausi Ecuador
After breakfast, early in the morning we depart to Alausí, just less than 100km (62 miles), beautiful old town with one hundred houses. Time to take the spectacular train considered the most difficult train of the XX century. You will descend gradually from the highlands to the lowlands, at times zigzagging or hugging the cliffs. In the descending at the lowest point the incredible devil´s nose an interesting rock will appear in the horizon. The trail descends and then returns to Alausí again. Then we return to Quito.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.