Ecuador Tour Packages — Best 6-Day Andes Adventure with Cotopaxi, Quilotoa & Devil’s Nose Train

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From: $600 per person

Description

Top Ecuador Tour Packages — Explore the Andes & Ride the Devil’s Nose Train

Among the top Ecuador tour packages, this 6-day adventure takes you through the heart of the Andes — from Cotopaxi volcano and the turquoise Quilotoa crater to the famous Devil’s Nose switchback train. Our private Ecuador tour packages combine stunning landscapes, rich indigenous culture, and historic rail journeys, making this one of the most complete Andes experiences for travelers seeking authentic adventure from Quito.

Inclusions

✔ Pick up/ Drop off

✔ Private Transportation

✔ Bilingual Tour Guide

✔ Ticket to Devil's Nose Train

❌ Breakfast

❌ Lunch

❌ Tips and personal expenses

Highlights

A unique experience aboard the Devil's Nose Train, one of the most breathtaking railway journeys in the world.
Spectacular landscapes of the Ecuadorian Andes, with views of mountains, canyons, and deep valleys.
Interact with local communities and discover authentic Andean traditions.
Incredible photo opportunities during the train's zigzagging descent.
Accompanied by professional guides who explain the history, culture, and geography of the region.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Quito City & Middle of the World

Begin your journey in Quito, Ecuador’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Basilica of the National Vow, the Church of the Company of Jesus, and enjoy panoramic views from the Virgin of El Panecillo.

Experience the Middle of the World Monument and the Intiñan Museum, where you can stand on the equatorial line and learn fascinating facts about the Earth.

Day 2 – Cotopaxi National Park & Base Camp

Venture to Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the highest active volcanoes in the world.

Take in spectacular Andean landscapes and hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon, spotting native wildlife and enjoying the crisp mountain air.

Optionally, ascend to the first refuge and the Jose Rivas Refuge at 5,000 meters above sea level, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Cotopaxi’s snow-capped peak and the surrounding Andean landscapes.

Day 3 – Quilotoa Lagoon & Indigenous Communities

Travel through the Ecuadorian highlands to the breathtaking Quilotoa Lagoon, a volcanic crater lake famous for its turquoise waters.

Meet an indigenous family to learn about their traditions, explore the Tigua Art community, and stop at Toachi Canyon for unforgettable photo opportunities.

Immerse yourself in Ecuador’s rich culture and natural beauty.

Day 4 - Chimborazo Volcano Reserve

Discover the grandeur of Chimborazo Volcano, Ecuador’s highest peak and the closest point on Earth to the sun.

From the historic Hacienda La Andaluza, enjoy stunning views and a touch of colonial charm. Explore the Chimborazo Faunal Reserve, where wild vicuñas and llamas roam the Andean highlands.

Capture breathtaking landscapes or visit the Carrell Refuge at 4,800 meters. This experience perfectly blends nature, culture, and history for an unforgettable Andean adventure

Day 5– Devil’s Nose Train

Embark on an unforgettable ride on the Devil’s Nose Train, one of the most famous railway experiences in the world.

The train navigates a daring zig-zag descent of 500 meters along 12.5 km of steep Andean slopes, offering spectacular mountain views.

Along the route, enjoy interactions with local communities, take incredible photos, and immerse yourself in Ecuador’s rich history and engineering marvels.

Return to Riobamba in comfort after this thrilling journey.

Day 6 - Ecuador Tour: Baños Adventure & Return to Quito

On your way back to Quito, stop in Baños de Agua Santa, a town renowned for adventure sports and natural wonders.

Visit the Pailón del Diablo (Devil’s Cauldron) Waterfall, ascend in the Manto de la Novia Cable Car for sweeping valley views, and experience the adrenaline rush of the Swing at the End of the World.

After this final stop, continue your journey back to Quito, reflecting on an incredible Andes adventure filled with mountains, culture, and unforgettable experiences.

Price 2026

Group Size	Private Tour	Small Group	Shared Tour
Price Based 1 Passenger	$ 2,327	Not availability	Not availability
Price based in 2 Passenger / Price per Person	$ 1,365	Not availability	Not availability
Price based in 4 Passengers/ Price per Person	$ 987	Not availability	Not availability
Price Based in 6 Passengers /Price per Person	$ 822	Not availability	Not availability
Group of 8+ People	Not availability	Not availability	$600 Please first cheak availability

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What Travellers Say About Real Dreams

Verified reviews · Real Dream Tours

Great tour company. Amazing tour guides. Safe driver !

We had the BEST time with Real Dream tours. Our tour guide was Andrés and our driver maybe (Javier) was the ABSOLUTE BEST. We went to the hot springs. Got there safely. We hiked a beautiful trail. Andres took some photos of us and pretty much took care of everything when we arrived at the spa. Andres was also very knowledgeable about the country. Educated us on some fun facts. We were traveling as a family of 5. The company is great! They personalized everything for us. They can customize anything you need. Even dropped us off at the airport after our relaxing day. Such great people. highly recommended! Will use them again.

tktun20906

washington dc

June 11, 2025

Quilotoa -day trip

Quilotoa is a beautiful place it’s worth the long trip from Quito. I would totally recomend. The views are just stunning.

Also our tour guide was Pedro. 10/10

Carol

Puerto Rico

March 10, 2025

Vielen Dank Pedro!

Ich hatte eine tolle Zeit mit meinem Guide Pedro. Vom hoch gelegenen Cotopaxi, über die im perfekten Sonnenschein schimmernde Quilotoa Lagune, zum abenteuerlichen Banos und schliesslich in den abgelegenen Regenwald in der Itamandi Lodge, hat Pedro alles gegeben um meine Reise perfekt zu machen.

Martin

May 21, 2025

Great company-book with confidence.

Andres made the day! We have hired many many different guides in many many different countries and Andres was one of the best we have had. He perfectly split the difference between information and giving us our space. He was attentive to our 10 year old…especially important on such a very long day. Keeping the little one going made for a successful day for all of us.

He and the driver spotted a toucan along a road and halted everything, hustled us out of the car and made sure we all saw it and got pictures. Well done!

We combined this tour with visits to both equator exhibits and while this was no fault of the tour company (they had informed us of road closures and we were not upset) it took us much longer to get back than planned and we nearly ran out of time. We got the photos we wanted so no harm no foul, but we cut it very close. I’m thankful for the good driver we had!

maureenehess

Bogota, Colombia

June 20, 2025

Fantastic trip to local market and beautiful nature.

Very nice trip to a very nice market. This is South America's largest outdoor market. Also got to stop at the original center of the world, and taste very good biscuits 😁

Helge B

July 12, 2025

Otavala Market

Great trip to the Otavalo market. Andrés was a wonderful guide who shared so much history and stories about Equador and the area. A great day tour from Quoto.

Martedal

July 9, 2025

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   Sonja R 
 
 
 
 Verified The perfect day
I spent a glorious day with the dream team: Jimmy, the alert, cautious, and responsible driver, and Andres, the super kind, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic tour guide. The day exceeded my expectations: I saw and experienced everything I had heard about Cotopaxi and Banos - and then some. I learned a lot and felt extremely well taken care of. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to see these two famous places in Ecuador in just one day. And if you’re lucky enough, you’ll be driven by Jimmy and guided by Andres.
  
 
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   Voyager212497 
 
 
 
 Verified Ecuador with Andres and Jimmy!!!!
Andres and Jimmy were awesome guides!!!! First time to Ecuador and loved every minute. Andres and Jimmy made the most of our day and introduced us to many local places. Just what we were looking for!
  
 
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   Angela C 
 
 
 
 Verified Perfect Equador Tour!!
Our guide, Miriam was absolutely amazing!! She shared all of the unbelievable information about her country and let us decide what we wanted to do on the tour.
  
 
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   Stefano P 
 
 
 
 Verified Wonderful experience en la Sierra
Esperienza indimenticabile. La nostra guida Ayrton è sempre stato disponibile, attento sia alle nostre necessità che alla nostra sicurezza. Sin dal momento del pick up ci ha dato innumerevoli informazioni sui luoghi che stavamo visitato, facendoci immergere completamente nella cultura Ecuadoriana. Prezzo del tour non economico, ma ne vale la pena.
  
 
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camping parfait rien a dire sauf l'accès compliqué a la plage
  
 
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   Jacki R 
 
 
 
 Verified Cotapaxi tour
Andres was a wonderful, engaging, knowledgeable and very friendly tour guide. Both he and the driver, Diego, provided us with a highly memorable tour. This was our favorite tour out of our 4 days in Quito. A large part of it was due to Andres. We highly recommend Andres and Diego!
  
 
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   Victoria K 
 
 
 
 Verified Great experience and company!
This tour was absolutely wonderful from the adventure to the company of Ayrton. This walk was intense but totally worth it, i will do the summit next year. I’m very happy with the tour, from the pick up until the drop off! Ayrton is very friendly, knowledgeable, and he knows how to take the best photos that’ll last a lifetime ☺️ I’m very pleased, thank you so much for a great experience!
  
 
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   Tani Davis 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing views
Andrés was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge of the zone, the fun facts, the trivia questions and the cool attitude made this experience one of a kind! Ciro was an excellent driver and got us back and forth safe. Thank you! The tour was just enough to get good photos from both places, grab lunch and head back. If you want to take a longer experience on either place, probably book a full day per location.
  
 
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   L C 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing experience
I did a tour/hike of Cotopaxi with guide Andres and driver Jimmy. The scenery was gorgeous! The hike was challenging just due to the altitude but worth it for the views and seeing the Refugio. Guide Andres had so much great information about the history, people, geography and animals in the area. He was friendly and helpful and answered any questions I had about the area. Highly recommend this tour.
  
 
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   Maddy C 
 
 
 
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Absolutely incredible experience – 10/10! I cannot recommend this tour enough! I booked a private day trip from Quito to Chimborazo, and it was truly one of the highlights of my nearly two months exploring Ecuador. I honestly can't believe more tourists don't visit Chimborazo — it is absolutely breathtaking, and such an amazing place to experience. I was picked up directly from my apartment, we stopped for breakfast, and then headed out toward Chimborazo. Irene was an absolutely FABULOUS guide — incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely passionate about Ecuador. I learned SO much from her throughout the day, and that is saying something, as I've already spent nearly two months exploring Ecuador! She shared so much fascinating information about the landscape, history, culture, and the area around Chimborazo. Jimmy was our driver and was equally wonderful. He has such a great sense of humor and was an excellent, very safe driver. He also came along on the hike with us, which was such a nice surprise! He also recommended a delicious restaurant for lunch. Irene and Jimmy were both so kind and made the entire day feel easy, fun, and comfortable. As a 22-year-old woman traveling alone, I also want to emphasize how truly safe and secure I felt the entire time. I was completely comfortable with both Irene and Jimmy, and they took such great care of me throughout the day. I never once felt worried or uncomfortable traveling so far from Quito on my own. And, the PHOTOS! Irene and Jimmy took FABULOUS pictures of me — genuinely better than anything I could have taken myself. They knew exactly where to stop and how to capture the scenery, and I came away with so many incredible photos and memories from the day. The hike itself was also amazing. I personally found it less difficult than hiking Cotopaxi, although the altitude is definitely challenging and should not be underestimated! The landscape is absolutely surreal, and being up there surrounded by that incredible scenery is an experience I will never forget. If you're considering doing this tour, book it! Especially if you're traveling alone, I could not recommend Irene and Jimmy more highly. They were knowledgeable, funny, kind, professional, and made the entire experience unforgettable. This was one of the best days I've had in Ecuador, and I am so grateful to them both! It's so worth it.