5 Days Cotopaxi Devil´s Nose - Cuenca and Guayaquil ( Devil´s Nose Route 12km)

5 Days Cotopaxi Devil´s Nose - Cuenca and Guayaquil ( Devil´s Nose Route 12km)

Travel from the Andes Mountains to the coast in just five days, stop by amazing historical buildings, inca ruins, national park, get on board of the magical train to drive along the devils nose. A full package of everything that is a must see in Ecuador.

Itinerary

Day 1: Quito - Cotopaxi-Riobamba

Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
We are going to meet in Quito, from here we will drive to our first stop the Cotopaxi National Park. This one was the first national park of Ecuador, also its the home of the famous Cotopaxi volcano.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Riobamba, Ecuador
Between Cotopaxi National Park and our next stop, we will have lunch in a traditional Andean Hacienda. Fully recharged we make our way to Riobamba, one of the most importanst cities during the republican era. Here the first constitution was created.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight El Troje or similar ( Double room)

Day 2: Riobamba-Alausi-Cuenca

Stop At: Iglesia de Balbanera, Pan American Hwy, Riobamba 060150 Ecuador
After breakfast, we will continue driving. Before reaching Alausi, we stop by at the church of Balbanera! One of the oldest catholic churches in whole Latin America.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: La Nariz del Diablo, Ecuador
Arrived in Alausi, we will board the train for an adventures ride! Along the Condor Puñuña Mountains in a zigzag line and a increase of 45-degree we make our way to Cuenca. This railway is well known as " la nariz del Diablo".

Stop At: Ingapirca Ruins, Ingapirca 030356 Ecuador
The next stop is going to be the Ingapirca archeological site, here you have the chance to admire the inca stone walls.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cuenca, Ecuador
In evening we will reach Cuenca, where dinner will be served and where we stay the night.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight El Dorado or similar

Day 3: Cuenca

Stop At: Cuenca, Ecuador
After breakfast, the small towns Chordelge and Gualaceo are on our list. Unique art pieces, silver ornaments and handmate Panama hats can be found here.That means it is time for shopping !

In the afternoon, we have a closer look of the stunning city Cuenca itsself. Declared as a world heritage and of the beautifulst cities in Ecuador. Have a look around and assure yourself of its beauty.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight El Dorado or similar ( Double room)

Day 4: Cuenca - Guayaqil

Stop At: El Cajas National Park, Cuenca 010219 Ecuador
After Breakfast, our way takes us to the Cajas National Park. A symphony of a stunning ecosystem protected by the park. Hundreds lagoons, surrounded by high mountains makes this to a unique scenery. After a short stop for lunch we will continue to Guayaqui.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Guayaquil 090105, Ecuador
In the late afternoon, we reach the coast city Guayaquil. A short scneic tour will give us an insught of the city before we check in for the night.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight Grand Hotel Guayaquil or similar

Day 5: Guayaquil- Transfer to the Airport

Pass By: Guayaquil 090105, Ecuador
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport to for your flight.

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