Ecuador Holidays
Journey Ideas 
Journey Idea to Ecuador & Galapagos - 18 Days Peru, Ecuador & The Galapagos Islands - 18 Days The Galapagos Booklet 2008-9IntroductionHoliday in Ecuador, South America's second smallest country, and enjoy a snapshot of the entire South American continent. An Ecuador holiday can encompass a Galapagos cruise in the enchanting Galapagos Islands, the majestic snow capped Andes and the dense green Amazon rainforest. From the colonial capital of Quito, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can soon be at the heart of the indigenous Andean Indian communities with their colourful handicraft markets. Or take a tour of Ecuador and travel west to the Pacific coast, where you will find a tropical setting of sandy beaches and fishing villages. An Ecuador holiday offers the visitor a complete variety of adventure, culture, history, unique wildlife and a very warm and welcoming people.
It would be remiss not to include a
Galapagos cruise in the peerless Galapagos Islands in your Ecuador holiday (all year).
A possible Ecuador tour could also combine a
Galapagos cruise with a journey along the Avenue of the Volcanoes to Cuenca and also a visit to the market town of
Otavalo.
Or alternatively fly to the
Ecuadorian Amazon and experience some of the most exceptional rainforest in the world coupled with some of the finest lodges.
Several historic haciendas have opened their doors to guests and are a great way to enjoy Ecuador.
On the other hand combine your holiday in Ecuador with a visit to
Peru (all year).
Our Travel Expert, Lucy, has just visited Ecuador and Galapagos. Read about her experience in
On Location.
Best time to visit: Ecuador and Galapagos can be visited year round.
Flying time: Quito 14hrs 45mins
Local time: GMT -5
Visas: At time of writing, UK passport holders do not require visas for Ecuador.
