Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip
Overview
Don't spend time waiting for large groups of travelers, and just have fun with your family or friends, and avoid unnecessary crowds! Visit the second highest active volcano of the world, and enjoy the majesty of one of the most beautiful mountains on the planet, from the comfort of a private and flexible tour with a favulous stop for lunch at a 300 years-old-hacienda! Enjoy the company of a local expert, and learn that altitud is not as bad as people say. Go for personal challenges, and live a real and an unforgettable life experience!!
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Certified naturalist english speaking guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Cotopaxi National Park
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
Cotopaxi, the second most popular adventure destination in Ecuador is just one and a half hours far from Quito! If you find being in nature an uplifting experience, then take a visit to the second highest active volcano of the world that will leave its mark on you! We will be picked up at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel in Quito.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Around 9:30 a.m., in the encounter with Cotopaxi Volcano (5.897 m - 19, 347 ft), you will be surrounded by pristine forests, mountains, lakes, wild horses and ecosystems which change amazingly as you go get higher in this incredible reserve! You will also observe the exotic fauna as you take part of the numerous activities offered by this unforgettable adventure!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Laguna de Limpiopungo, Latacunga Ecuador
This park also has an important collection of lakes and mountain peaks. One the most outstanding of these is Limpiopungo Lake, which reflects in its waters the majestic Rumiñahui volcano, which is 4.757 meters above sea level (15, 606 ft). You'll have the opportunity to hike around the lake to get used to the high altitude of this wonderful region.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Then you'll drive up to the parking lot located at 4.500 meters above sea level (14, 763 ft) to enjoy a breath-taking view of the Avenue of the Volcanoes, and to start an unforgettable hike up to the refuge! After one exciting and challenging hour hike, you'll have time to admire the stunning view and visit the world-wide-known Refuge "José Rivas", located at 4.800 meters above sea level (15, 748 ft).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lasso, Lasso, Cotopaxi Province
After finishing the hike, you'll drive downhill way towards a charming 300 years-old-hacienda to be delighted by its charming colonial architecture, history, and delicious gastronomy.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
With no doubt, when you visit Cotopaxi National Park, and leave behind the noise and stress of the big city, you will experience a feeling of spirituality and love for nature. You will be back in your hotel in Quito approximately at 5:00 p.m. End of this unforgettable Andean adventure!
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
Cotopaxi, the second most popular adventure destination in Ecuador is just one and a half hours far from Quito! If you find being in nature an uplifting experience, then take a visit to the second highest active volcano of the world that will leave its mark on you! We will be picked up at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel in Quito.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Around 9:30 a.m., in the encounter with Cotopaxi Volcano (5.897 m - 19, 347 ft), you will be surrounded by pristine forests, mountains, lakes, wild horses and ecosystems which change amazingly as you go get higher in this incredible reserve! You will also observe the exotic fauna as you take part of the numerous activities offered by this unforgettable adventure!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Laguna de Limpiopungo, Latacunga Ecuador
This park also has an important collection of lakes and mountain peaks. One the most outstanding of these is Limpiopungo Lake, which reflects in its waters the majestic Rumiñahui volcano, which is 4.757 meters above sea level (15, 606 ft). You'll have the opportunity to hike around the lake to get used to the high altitude of this wonderful region.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cotopaxi National Park, Ecuador
Then you'll drive up to the parking lot located at 4.500 meters above sea level (14, 763 ft) to enjoy a breath-taking view of the Avenue of the Volcanoes, and to start an unforgettable hike up to the refuge! After one exciting and challenging hour hike, you'll have time to admire the stunning view and visit the world-wide-known Refuge "José Rivas", located at 4.800 meters above sea level (15, 748 ft).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lasso, Lasso, Cotopaxi Province
After finishing the hike, you'll drive downhill way towards a charming 300 years-old-hacienda to be delighted by its charming colonial architecture, history, and delicious gastronomy.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
With no doubt, when you visit Cotopaxi National Park, and leave behind the noise and stress of the big city, you will experience a feeling of spirituality and love for nature. You will be back in your hotel in Quito approximately at 5:00 p.m. End of this unforgettable Andean adventure!
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- 10 C° - 18 C° / 50 F° - 64, 4 F
- It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect him/her.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Starla_D
August 2023
This trip was underwhelming to us. Seeing the Volcano was good but an hour at most activity. The lake was of no interest and walking around it held no appeal. The hacienda was truly lovely and lunch was good. I would rate that 4 star. The trip in general just wasn’t enough to see or do for a...
This trip was underwhelming to us. Seeing the Volcano was good but an hour at most activity. The lake was of no interest and walking around it held no appeal. The hacienda was truly lovely and lunch was good. I would rate that 4 star. The trip in general just wasn’t enough to see or do for an entire day.pejoan
November 2019
We added this private day trip to Cotopaxi onto our Galapagos trip. The trip was excellent and our tour guide Hugo was the best.
We added this private day trip to Cotopaxi onto our Galapagos trip. The trip was excellent and our tour guide Hugo was the best.Carly L
October 2019
Luis made this one of the highlights of our trip. We ended up with very bad weather on Cotopaxi to the point where we did not want to continue with our original plan of hiking to the refugio. He was able to think quickly and provide an alternative plan for our day. He taught us so much about the ...
Luis made this one of the highlights of our trip. We ended up with very bad weather on Cotopaxi to the point where we did not want to continue with our original plan of hiking to the refugio. He was able to think quickly and provide an alternative plan for our day. He taught us so much about the nature, people, and culture of the area. His love and knowledge of Ecuador is apparent and makes him an absolutely wonderful guide. I'd recommend him to anyone!Jeffrey A
January 2018
I did a one day private tour of the Cotopaxi National Park and ended up trekking up to 5,100meters/17,000 feet to the glacier. Not for the weak of heart (or breath), but the scenery is spectacular! A beautiful place to visit less than 2 hours outside of Quito. A wonderful way and place to spend a...
I did a one day private tour of the Cotopaxi National Park and ended up trekking up to 5,100meters/17,000 feet to the glacier. Not for the weak of heart (or breath), but the scenery is spectacular! A beautiful place to visit less than 2 hours outside of Quito. A wonderful way and place to spend a day or two!Cody_B
January 2022
This was a great way to spend the day away from Quito. The park scenery is great, and the volcano a bit challenging depending on acclimitizarion. We had good conversation and a relaxing day.
This was a great way to spend the day away from Quito. The park scenery is great, and the volcano a bit challenging depending on acclimitizarion. We had good conversation and a relaxing day.marksylvester4212
February 2020
Hugo was a great guide, professional and personable. Highly recommend him and the group in general. On time and he stuck with the slowest climber to ensure they were doing ok. Lots of info and details about Ecuador along the way too.
Hugo was a great guide, professional and personable. Highly recommend him and the group in general. On time and he stuck with the slowest climber to ensure they were doing ok. Lots of info and details about Ecuador along the way too.