Cities & Culture
Quito
Ecuador's capital city is divided into the elegant colonial Old Town, with its winding streets, ornate architecture and beautiful squares, and the modern, buzzing New Town where the cafe culture invites you to just sit back and watch the world go by... Click here to find out more
Otavalo
This typical Andean town, just a few hours north of Quito, is famous above all for its enormous Saturday market. The display of a huge variety of goods, but particularly textiles makes this a must-see on your Ecuador holiday... Click here to find out more
Guayaquil
The commercial capital, and Ecuador's largest city, Guayaquil is a complete contrast to Quito. The humid, tropical atmosphere and the coastal promenade are like a whole different country... Click here to find out more
Cuenca
Generally felt to be Ecuador's prettiest city, Cuenca is a colonial gem set in the Andes. Pleasant tree-lined streets and shady squares lie between stunning churches and grand mansions, while the clear, crisp Rio Tomebamba runs through it all... Click here to find out more
Ingapirca
The largest and most complete Inca site in Ecuador, Ingapirca is just a short journey from Cuenca and is well worth including on your Ecuador holiday... Click here to find out more
Nature
Cotopaxi National Park
One of the most beautiful parts of Ecuador, the Cotopaxi National Park is also suprisingly accessible, just a few hours drive from Quito along the "Valley of the Volcanoes"... Click here to find out more
The Amazon jungle
For a small country, Ecuador really does have it all, so after you've visited the mountains of the Cotopaxi National Park, why not head into the Amazon rainforest to enjoy the incredible wildlife here? Click here to find out more
Lake Quilotoa
West of Latacunga is one of the strangest sights in Ecuador: the extraordinary volcanic crater of Quilotoa. Natural processes have created a large lake of (mild!) sulphuric acid, complete with a sandy beach... Click here to find out more
Cloud Forest
Another amazing natural environment can be found on the lower slopes of the Andes as the mountains drop towards the jungle creating a Cloud Forest ecosystem, home to unique wildlife and stunning views... Click here to find out more
Cajas National Park
Just to the north-west of Cuenca, the Cajas National Park is a kind of South American Lake District, with rolling hills and clear-blue waters providing some gorgeous views... Click here to find out more
Adventure
Trekking
There are few places in the world with the variety and quality of trekking that Ecuador has to offer, and probably none where it is so easily accessible. From day-treks to full trekking expeditions, Ecuador has it all... Click here to find out more
Rafting
Ecuador has some great rapids if you'd like to do a little rafting on your holiday here, from the rivers of the Amazon jungle to the fast-flowing waters of the Andes... Click here for more
Surfing
There are some huge, long waves off the Pacific coast, and Ecuador - in particular the beach town of Montañita - is getting more and more well-known as a surfing hotspot... Click here to find out more
The Devil's Nose
The famous "Devil's Nose" train ride departs from the town of Riobamba three times a week before heading down the famous switchback that gives it its name. You get some great photos along the way, especially if you decide to ride on the roof... Click here for more