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Solo-Ish Ecuador
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Length
7 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Quito (Ecuador)
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Ends in
Quito (Ecuador)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 17, 2026 to DEC 25, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details., Solo-ish AdventuresFor solo travellers only, get closer to your group-mates and the world on trips designed for connection.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$1,049.00
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Overview
Dreaming of an adventure through Ecuador's breathtaking landscapes and the heart of the Amazon but don't want to go it alone? Good news: Ecuador's irresistible charm is calling, and this Solo-ish adventure is your perfect ticket in. Stand right on the Equator at the Intinan Museum, take in the towering beauty of Cotopaxi - one of the world's highest active volcanoes - and soak in the magic of Banos with its cloud forests, waterfalls, and hot springs. Then, dive into the dense Amazon jungle, where warm hospitality and wild beauty await. Over seven unforgettable days, you'll experience it all alongside fellow solo travellers who are just as ready for the adventure as you are.
Visited During Tour
Banos (Ecuador) | Quito (Ecuador) | Tena (Ecuador)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Solo-Ish Ecuador tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code SEQS-11698
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1Dinner Party: Quito
Enjoy an included arrival transfer to the start hotel in Quito where you will attend a welcome briefing with your newest travel companions. Then, head out on foot through the city streets to your hands-on cooking experience with the entire group. Listen to instructions from a talented local chef and enjoy stories throughout the lesson about the various ingredients and dishes you are working on creating. Witness the joy of sharing a meal prepared together and come away with new knowledge of Ecuador's culinary tastes and traditions.
Please ensure your arrival flights land prior to 3pm.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
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Arrival Transfer
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Flavours of Ecuador Cooking Experience
Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Join your fellow Solo-ish travellers in an immersive cooking class led by an expert resident chef in Quito. Upon arrival to the class space there will be a brief explanation of what's to come and then the group will rotate between three different prep stations. Signature dishes made will depend on the ingredients available, but some options might include shrimp ceviche, tamales, soups, and incorporate fresh local fruits throughout. Learn about the local history and preparation of these delicious foods, and sit down for a family-style meal of your tasty creations. You'll leave with full stomachs and heads abuzz with new culinary knowledge to bring back home.
Accommodations: Hotel Eugenia -
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2We Day: Quito
Today is all about the landscapes and communities of Ecuador. Start the day with a city tour of Quito and walk past important sites like the golden Compania Church, San Francisco Square, and the Panecillo, a towering statue of the virgin of Quito. Then dive deeper into the meaning of community with an intriguing chocolate tasting experience through a locally-owned establishment that prioritizes the values of Minka, a tradition of collective labour that supports many social and infrastructure projects. Enjoy an included lunch afterwards featuring many traditional local dishes and continue to the Intinan museum to explore the scientific riches only found on our planet's equatorial line. Enjoy a free evening back in Quito.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Quito City Tour
Take a tour of Quito to learn more about this beautiful city and its local culture. Visit the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stops at the golden Compania Church, San Francisco Square, and the Panecillo, a towering statue of the virgin of Quito who looks out over a stunning view of the city.
Minca Community Chocolate Tasting
With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. After your Quito city tour, the group will dive into the community concept of Minca at a family-operated gourmet chocolate establishment working to benefit locals with social and infrastructure initiatives. The chocolate here is among the richest and most flavourful in the world. The group will gain an understanding of the manufacturing process and taste cacao as it goes through various stages to reach the chocolate most are familiar with. Learn the history of Ecuadoran chocolate and how it is steeped in tradition. Minka focuses on honest and committed work allowing you to witness the community spirit that embodies this very enchanting region.
Private Vehicle
Sit back and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Quito and the Intinan Museum. It will take about an hour each way.
Intiñan Museum Visit
Visit the Intinan Museum (Intinan Site meaning 'Pathway of the Sun') with interactive exhibits displaying the science and myths behind the equatorial line. You will have the opportunity to interact with phenomena that occur in nature which can be tested on the magnetic equatorial line. The centre also has displays highlighting the local indigenous cultures. There is also a chance to set foot on both sides of the Equator, for which the country of Ecuador is named.
Free Time
Spend a free evening in Quito. Find a local spot to grab dinner on your own, or choose to relax and unwind at the hotel.
Accommodations: Hotel Eugenia -
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3G Day: Cotopaxi & Banos
Prepare to experience what G Adventures does best and enjoy an epic adventurous day in Cotopaxi National Park with a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Depart from Quito in the morning and enjoy a day immersed in the wilds of this high Andean ecosystem. Highlights include a visit to Limpiopungo Lake featuring picturesque views of the Cotopaxi volcano. If feeling up for it, travellers can hike up to the refuge at 4800m to get closer to the volcano, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings at the lagoon. On the way out, visit an old military fortress built on a hilltop and offering 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape. From here travel to Banos for an orientation walk through the abundantly green surroundings, and be on the lookout, for an unexpected surprise to cap off G Day.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
The Wild Landscapes of Cotopaxi & Baños
With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the world's coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to an 11. Prepare to fall in love with the untamed landscape of Cotopaxi National Park. If weather allows, enjoy a clear reflection of the volcano from Limpiopungo Lagoon. Travellers feeling extra adventurous can hike to the refuge at 4800m. Then it's time to jet off to the sights and sounds of Banos' subtropical highland climate at the base of the Tungurahua volcano. Keep a lookout for wildlife and your surprise G twist along the way.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle. There will be a stop along the way for travellers to enjoy an included lunch between Cotopaxi National Park and Banos.
Baños Orientation Walk
Enjoy an orientation walk in Banos with your CEO. Banos is a city in Ecuador's Tungurahua province, considered the gateway to the Amazon Basin and known for its hiking trails, hot springs, and active volcano to the south. Walk about the town, pass by The Church of Our Lady of Holy Water, and get the lay of the land.
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4Me Day: Banos
It's time for a day that belongs to you! The choice really is all yours. From spending the day doing an array of optional activities available like hiking to the Pailon del Diablo or soaking in the local hot springs. You'll also have the option of joining your CEO for a visit to the famous Casa del Arbol perched on a hilltop overlooking epic views of the Tungurahua volcano on a clear day. Dinner will be on your own this evening amid the lush scenery of Banos.
Pre-book the Banos Canyoning Adventure to enjoy the stunning scenery in Sangay National Park.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Baños Me Day
Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for a local activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.
7Optional Activities for Day 4
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5Banos/Tena
Travel away from the misty green foliage of Banos to the lush Amazon Jungle and your community lodge stay in the rainforest. Here, you'll enjoy the hospitality of the local indigenous people of Shandia and experience life in the jungle firsthand. Once you arrive the group will cycle through the community and discover the beauty of the area with a local member as your guide. Your lodge stay is operated by the people of Shandia, who are committed to providing guests with a sustainable and authentic experience. After a delicious lunch and bike ride, the group will embark on a village walk and tour the cacao plantation here. Learn more about the cultivation process and take part in a hands-on chocolate-making experience. This is followed by an included dinner at the lodge.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Shandia Biking & Community Experience
Cycle to the Indigenous Shandia community, a rural village surrounded by rivers and lush Amazonian landscapes. With the support of G Adventures and Planeterra, the community has developed new culturally immersive experiences led by the village's youth. Spend an hour and 45 minutes cycling from Pimpilala village to Shandia stopping along the way to take in the beauty of the Amazon. These cultural tours are seen by the community as a way to rescue their Indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. This provides an economic opportunity for youth who traditionally would have left the community to find work. Your time spent here is creating opportunities for a new generation in the community and contributing to the preservation of their culture.
Cacao Plantation Visit & Chocolate Making
Enjoy a walk through the community Shandia and a visit to the cacao plantation here further connecting travellers to the local indigenous people and surrounding nature.
Shandia Community Lodge
Stay overnight at the Shandia Indigenous lodge located in the Ecuadorian Amazon. With the support of G Adventures and Planeterra, the community has developed new culturally immersive tours led by the village's youth. The community lodge is seen by the community as a way to rescue their Indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. Learn about their cultivation of cacao and traditional agriculture practices. Meals of local ingredients grown in the village are prepared by women who were provided with culinary training through the project. Leave Shandia community knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a whole new generation of people in this community to improve their lives, and the lives of their children and grandchildren.
Accommodations: Shandia Lodge -
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6Tena
Today, the group will travel to the Pimpilala Waterfalls for an exciting waterfalls adventure activity. After the waterfalls experience, visit a chacra (traditional farm), where they will learn about local agricultural practices and participate in a chicha-making experience. Chicha is a traditional fermented beverage widely consumed across the Amazon Basin and holds important cultural significance. Finish the day with a group dinner and celebrate your final night in the mighty Amazon.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Pimpilala Waterfalls Visit
Make your way to the stunning Pimpilala Waterfalls, where cascading waters spill into a serene natural pool below. Take in the lush surroundings before enjoying the chance to cool off with a refreshing swim beneath the falls. Return to the lodge just in time for an included lunch.
Chachra Visit & Chicha Tasting
Visit a traditional farm, known as a Chachra. While here you'll learn about the fermented drink known as chicha. This beverage is an important social drink throughout the Amazon Basin and is consumed in many parts of South America. It's often served at festivals or parties, and is also used in religious ceremonies. Try a taste after your walk through the area.
Shandia Community Lodge
Stay overnight at the Shandia Indigenous lodge located in the Ecuadorian Amazon. With the support of G Adventures and Planeterra, the community has developed new culturally immersive tours led by the village's youth. The community lodge is seen by the community as a way to rescue their Indigenous culture and provide opportunities for the future. Watch a chocolate making demonstration and learn about their cultivation of cacao and their traditional agriculture practices. Meals of local ingredients grown in the village are prepared by women who were provided with culinary training through the project. Leave Shandia community knowing your visit is creating opportunities for a whole new generation of people in this community to improve their lives, and the lives of their children and grandchildren.
Free Time
Take advantage of free time this afternoon to relax in the jungle or choose to try some of the other community activities available through the lodge. Choose to walk to the nearby beach area along the river for local culture displaces like, the Yachak Ritual.
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7Tena/Quito
Enjoy one final breakfast at the Amazon lodge before transferring to Papallacta. Here, take some time to relax in the natural mineral hot pools with volcanic views before travelling back to Quito. The tour ends upon arrival at the airport. Please book onward travel from 8pm onwards.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Papallacta Hot Springs Visit
Soak in the natural hot springs the area is known for and let the mineral waters, which vary in temperature, soothe your body. Make your way through the circuit with views of the Antisana volcano in the distance.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Solo-Ish Ecuador tour:
Quito
Hotel Eugenia
Location
Av. Diego de Almagro 1245 & Orellana
Quito, Ecuador
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Tena
Shandia Lodge
Location
Comunidad de Shandia, Tena, Ecuador
Tena, Ecuador
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Solo-Ish Ecuador tour:
Group Size
Max 16, avg. 14
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Shandia Biking & Community Experience, ShandiaYour G for Good Moment: Shandia Community Lodge, ShandiaYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupDinner Party: Flavours of Ecuador Cooking Experience, QuitoWe Day: Minca Community Chocolate Tasting, QuitoG Day: The Wild Landscapes of Cotopaxi & Banos, Cotopaxi National ParkMe Day: Banos Me Day, BanosYour Wellness Moment: Papallacta Hot Springs Visit, Papallacta. Complimentary arrival transfer. Shandia Community Walk, Cacao Plantation Visit, & Chicha Tasting. Amazon Jungle Walk & Pimpilala Waterfalls Visit. Free time in Banos and the Amazon. Papallacta hot springs visit and soak. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Enjoy an immersive dinner party in Quito with your fellow travellers featuring traditional Ecuadorian cuisine, Visit the Intinan Museum on the equator and try out some of the cool science experiments there, Walk to new heights in Cotopaxi National Park and see the Limpiopungo Lagoon, Partake in the G for Good Shandia Biking experience as the group travels into the Amazon
Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Banos- Hot Springs - Banos (4USD per person)- Horseback Riding - Banos (25USD per person)- Hiking - Banos (Free)- Banos Canyoning Adventure- Visit Casa del Arbol- Pailon del Diablo Waterfall Visit- Whitewater Rafting (30USD per person)
Accommodation Summary
Hotels (4 nts) on a twinshare basis and Amazon Jungle Lodge (2 nts). If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option.
Meals Included
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally, meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what, and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally, food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
What is the group leader like?
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Transportation
Private vehicle, motorboat, bicycle, walking.
Notes
Please note that the Quito international airport (UlO, Mariscal Sucre) will be closed on the following dates in 2026 for preventative maintenance on the runway: April 11; May 9, 16 & 30; June 6; September 5, 12 & 26; October 3 between the hours of 2am and 2pm. As well as October 17 between the hours of 6am and 6pm. For passengers flying in or out of Quito on these dates, please double check flight schedules with your airline in case of changes. Internal flights within Ecuador and Galapagos will be adjusted accordingly and any changes to schedules will be communicated at the welcome briefing.
Checklist
Amazon:o Knee-length sockso Loose-fitting, light coloured hiking pantso Loose-fitting, light coloured long-sleeved shirtso Pack liners to waterproof bags Cold Weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layerso Warm waterproof jacketDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
When can I do my laundry on this trip?
Laundry facilities are offered by some of our hotels for a charge. There will be times when you may want to or have to do your own laundry so we suggest you bring non-polluting/biodegradable soap.
Service Level
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
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