On a community tour of Ecuador you’ll get to see the colorful craftsmanship of some of the oldest communities in the country. Indigenous people have survived years of drastic change, tucked away in the highlands of the Andes and in the tangled landscape of the Amazon jungle.
PLANNING A COMMUNITY VACATION IN ECUADOR
Much of Ecuadorian culture today developed under the influence of Spanish colonialism. On a community tour you’ll get to experience an authentic piece of uniquely Ecuadorian culture. Community tours bring visitors to some of Ecuador’s most engaging destinations for shopping and the arts .
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Get excited and browse our selection of our favorite hand made tours from around the world. From romantic honeymoons to family-fun; these are completely flexible and arranged to your needs.
It Was Hard to Say Goodbye
Ecuador is a beautiful country from Quito all the way to the coast of Guayaquil. It is definitely a must. Percy was amazing in helping us plan our trip, as I must have changed my itinerary about a million times. Even when I had questions during our trip he was right there ready to help and took care of everything. Now, there are no words to describe our driver, (which we were lucky to have for 9 days) Ricardo. He was professional, friendly and went above and beyond to help make our Ecuador experience one to remember. It was sad to say good bye, but one thing is for sure when we plan our next trip to Ecuador we will be asking for Ricardo again.
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Ecuador Thoroughly Explored
The people and the beauty of the country
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An Incan Adventure for One
Blaze your own trail on this safe solo adventure as you walk in the footsteps of the Incas. Explore the highlands and the valley, history and culture, and cuisine.
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From The Andes to The Amazons
If adventure, nature, and culture are at the top of your travel to-do list, then prepare for a trip that you won’t soon forget. Experience the rugged beauty of Ecuador.
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Cultural day tours
The Gualaceo and Chordeleg craft towns near Cuenca and a day in the jungle at Puyo from Baños. See all Ecuador cultural tours.
Volcanoes Full-Day Tour
From $154Ecuador has a chain of volcanoes known as the “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” On this tour, you’ll take a train that passes by some of the area’s impressive volcanoes.
Gualaceo and Chordeleg
From $296While you’re in Cuenca, get the most out of the local artisan scene with a full-day tour of the nearby villages of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. Each of these towns is located in the mountains that surround Cuenca, about an hour outside of the city.
Full Day Jungle at Puyo
From $134Take this full-day tour of the jungle to learn about the local plants, animals, and indigenous communities. Your tour includes an information-packed hike and a picnic lunch. This is an active tour, where you can hike as well as swim.
LOCAL CRAFTSMANSHIP
High in the Andes you can find communities that still practice old weaving techniques, passed down through the ages. Visit the Otavalo Textile Market to see colorful textiles, as well as weaving and wool-dyeing demonstrations. Take a tour to see some of the small towns outside of Quito where local artisans handcraft Panama hats (which actually originated in Ecuador), leather goods, and jewelry made from fine silver filigree.
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LET’S MAKE A PLAN
Too many visitors miss out on meeting locals. Don’t let this opportunity go! We can arrange community tours based on your interests, timeline, and budget. Get ready to get to know Ecuador.
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Ecuador Cultural Tours
Exploring Ecuador's culture is fun and fascinating. You can stroll around colonial cities like Cuenca...
