Quilotoa and Cotopaxi volcanoes full-day tour with transfers
Do this because
- Visit two of the most photographed landscapes in Ecuador
- Admire the impressive Cotopaxi volcano, considered the twin of Japan's Mount Fuji
- Marvel at the turquoise lagoon of Quilotoa Volcano's crater
What to expect
Visit two of the most photographed landscapes in Ecuador, the Cotopaxi Volcano and the Quilotoa Lagoon.
You'll depart early in the morning and enjoy a panoramic drive through the Panamerican Highway, admiring the diverse ecosystems on the way and a clear sign of the majesty of the Andes. You'll arrive at the Cotopaxi National Park, home of the impressive Cotopaxi volcano, the highest and most active in the world, which had its last activity in 2015. If the weather permits, you can appreciate the glacier, its white color that embellishes the colossus will leave you breathless, due to its almost perfect conical shape is considered the twin of Mount Fuji in Japan.
Next, you'll reach the Quilotoa Volcano, which has in its crater a striking turquoise lagoon, making it one of the most beautiful and photographed landscapes of Ecuador. You'll take a short hike to appreciate the magnificent view of the volcano (if weather conditions allow) and lastly, you'll have free time for lunch (not included) and return to Quito in the afternoon.
Important to know
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels, if your hotel is not listed, the meeting point will be at Hotel NH Collection (Luis Cordero 444 y Av. 12 de Octubre). You will receive a list with the pickup schedules in the voucher after booking
What’s included
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels
What’s not included
Entrance to the Cotopaxi National Park (USD 10)
Food and drinks
Lunch
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Meeting point:
- You will select the name of your hotel at checkout
- If your hotel is not listed, the meeting point will be at Hotel NH Collection (Luis Cordero 444 y Av. 12 de Octubre)
- You will receive a list with the pickup schedules in the voucher after booking
Provider
Gray Line Ecuador
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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