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2027 The best of Ecuador VIP trip

May 2 - 12, 2027

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Linsay Lusyne

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Overview


Immersive Ecuador (departure not guaranteed yet) 

10 Days of Culture, Nature & Connection—Designed for Blind and Low Vision Travelers.
Join Vision Loss Travel and Latin America for All for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Ecuador—crafted with accessibility, authenticity, and adventure in mind.

Whether you’re blind, low vision, or just seeking a fully immersive and inclusive travel experience, this trip invites you to explore the vibrant culture, ancient traditions, and breathtaking landscapes of Ecuador through touch, sound, scent, and flavor.

🧭 Trip Details
Duration: 9 nights / 10 days (plus optional 5 day Galapagos extension)
Start & End: Quito, Ecuador
Group Size: 4–10 participants
Price: Depending on the amount of travelers with a max of 3393$/person for a group of 2 travelers and a min of 2300$/person for a group of 10 travelers. 
Includes:
✓ Double occupancy accommodation (private room optional) 
✓ All guided tours & activities
✓ Private accessible transportation
✓ Most meals according to itinerary
✓ 1 full-time assistant per 2 - 3 travelers
✓ All entrance fees & equipment

Excludes:
✗ Travel insurance
✗ Tips & personal expenses
✗ Flights to/from Ecuador
✗ Optional Galapagos extension

🏞️ From Volcanoes to Waterfalls
Discover the rich variety of Ecuador’s regions—Quito’s colonial charm, the majestic Andes, and the lush Amazon jungle.
With expert guides and supportive staff, you’ll:
🎶 Create music in a Latin rhythm workshop
👣 Hike around the rim of a volcanic crater
🌿 Walk through cloud forests and jungle trails
💧 Feel the spray of waterfalls and the warmth of hot springs
🍽️ Cook traditional Ecuadorian meals with local chefs
🪘 Learn to make Andean instruments by hand
🤝 Connect with Indigenous communities through storytelling, food, and craft

🛏️ Relax, Recharge & Feel at Home
From cozy mountain haciendas to a peaceful jungle lodge, each accommodation is chosen for comfort, charm, and accessibility. Plus, you’ll have trained assistants on hand throughout the journey to support your needs, so you can focus on fully enjoying the experience.

🌎 Inclusive Travel, Incredible Memories
This trip is more than sightseeing—it’s about connection. With a small group, hands-on experiences, and thoughtful accessibility throughout, Ecuador will come alive in ways you never imagined.

Space is limited—join us for a trip where your senses lead the way!🌴
Want More?
You can extend your trip with an optional 5-day adventure to the Galapagos Islands—home to sea lions, giant tortoises, and some of the most unique wildlife in the world.

You will be able to add this to your trip after Signing up or later.

Click here to check out the Galapagos extension

Click here to watch the Travel Talk: Ecuador and Galapagos with Juan and Linsay

Trip Details


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Optional

Optional Private room

The base price is for shared accomadation. You will be paired with a person from your gender to share a room. For this additional price you can secure your private room. You will be able to add this option when Signing up.

Optional

Travel Insurance

You have the option to add travel insurance provided by Partners of Vision Loss Travel. You can also choose to not include this option and provide your own travel insurance. The price is an estimate and will be reviewed once the official price of ...

Optional

Galapagos extension (5 days)

Want More? You can extend your trip with an optional 5-day adventure to the Galapagos Islands—home to sea lions, giant tortoises, and some of the most unique wildlife in the world. You will be able to add this to your trip after Signing up or late...

Day 1 · Sun, May 2


Arrival and Transfer to Hotel

May 2 12:00PM UTC

Private transfer from the airport to the hotel (approx. 40 minutes).

Check in at Casa Q hotel

May 2 - 4, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM -05

Offering a terrace with city views, Casa Q is located in Quito's financial and commercial district, 200 meters from La Carolina Park and 250 meters from El Jardín Shopping Mall. It features a games room and serves a daily buffet breakfast. Free Wi...

Day 2 · Mon, May 3


Colonial Quito City Tour

Visit the historic center with its churches, parks, and plazas from the Spanish conquest era. Stop at a typical restaurant to prepare our own meal, learning first hand from talented chefs how to prepare delicious traditional meal. In the afternoon...

Day 3 · Tue, May 4


Travel to Imbabura Province

May 4 9:00AM -05

May 4 12:00PM -05

Travel north into the Andes to Imbabura province. En route, stop at a bakery for traditional “biscochos” and fresh cheese. Arrival in Otavalo around midday for a brief shopping stop at the indigenous market. Then head to Peguche for hotel check-in...

Check-in at INTIYAYA Hotel

May 4 - 6, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM EDT

Located in Peguche, 3 km from Otavalo, this ethnic-style house, pierced by a waterfall, offers rooms with views of the Andes and the Amanecer Valley. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available. INTIYAYA - Boutique Andean Lodge includes a private ba...

Day 4 · Wed, May 5


Hike and Boat Ride at Cuicocha Lake

Drive 20 minutes to the Cotacachi–Cayapas Ecological Reserve. Hike around Cuicocha Lake crater (3,080–3,480 m altitude), about 4 hours at an easy pace. Boat ride across the lake to visit two small islets. Visit Cotacachi, known for its leather goo...

Day 5 · Thu, May 6


Travel to the Amazon

May 6 9:00AM -05

May 6 5:00PM -05

Travel to the Amazon. Stop at Papallacta hot springs (3,700 m altitude) for a relaxing hot springs experience. Continue through the Andes with a short paramo hike and lunch at a mountain hacienda. Arrival at Huasquila Amazon Lodge in the late afte...

Check-in at Huasquila Amazon Lodge or El Paraiso de las Orquideas

May 6 - 9, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM -05

Huasquila Amazon Lodge & Reserve is a 3-star accommodation located in Cotundo. The hotel offers some rooms with a balcony, and all have a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At Huasquila Amazon Lodge & Reserve, all rooms are equipp...

Day 6 · Fri, May 7


Jungle Hike and Cultural Exchange

Relax at Huasquila lodge gardens, pool, social area. Optional morning jungle hike (3.5 hours) in the secondary forest to learn about medicinal plants with a native guide. Go inside a jungle waterfall. Afternoon visit to a nearby indigenous communi...

Day 7 · Sat, May 8


Adventure Day in the Amazon

Canoe ride on the Napo River (Amazon tributary). Stop at an island to observe caimans. Tubing down the river. Picnic lunch. Return to lodge for rest. Evening night walk in the forest to listen to nocturnal wildlife. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunc...

Day 8 · Sun, May 9


Check-in at La Floresta

May 9 - 10, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM EDT

Located in Baños, La Floresta Hotel features a garden and a restaurant. It offers a buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi. The shopping area and main square are a 3-minute walk away. Rooms at La Floresta Hotel feature a private bathroom and a fireplace....

Travel to Baños de Agua Santa

May 9

Leave the Amazon and travel back to the Andes. Stop at Baños de Agua Santa, a town at the foot of the Tungurahua Volcano. Optional hike to Pailón del Diablo waterfall (80 m drop) and visit to the cable cars over the canyons. Afternoon city tour an...

Day 9 · Mon, May 10


Travel to Cotopaxi Volcano

May 10 9:00AM -05

Travel towards Cotopaxi Volcano. Light picnic lunch en route. Hike from above 3500 meters around Cotopaxi National Park. Slow-paced to adapt to altitude. Meals included: Breakfast Picnic Lunch

Check-in at La Cienega

May 10 - 11, 2027

Located in Latacunga, Hacienda La Cienega offers a restaurant, a garden, free Wi-Fi, and an American breakfast. A welcome cocktail is offered upon arrival. The tranquil rooms at La Cienega feature a private bathroom. Room service is available. The...

Day 10 · Tue, May 11


Check-in at Holiday Inn or Similar

May 11 - 12, 2027 · Check in: 3:00PM EDT

Hotel check-in at Holiday Inn or similar near airport.

Return to Quito

May 11 3:30PM -05

May 11 5:00PM -05

After breakfast, travel back to Quito (approx. 1.5 hour drive). For those with an international flight, this will be the end of the tour. For those doing the Galapagos extension, check in at hotel and visit Middle of the World monument in the afte...

Day 11 · Wed, May 12


Fly home or add the Galapagos