Self-drive road trip · Ecuador

Ecuador Fly & Drive

Avenue of Volcanoes & Andes Highlights

Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Stops4 Cities
Start and finishQuito
IncludedHotels + car

Per person, estimatedUS$3,442

About this road trip

Discover Ecuador at your own pace on this scenic Fly & Drive journey through the Andes. Start in colonial Quito before driving along the spectacular Avenue of Volcanoes, visiting Cotopaxi National Park and the adventure town of Baños. Private guided excursions complement your self-drive experience where local knowledge is beneficial. The tour combines freedom, comfort, and cultural highlights, making it ideal for travelers seeking independence with organized support.

Why You'll Love This Trip

Drive at your own pace along the Avenue of Volcanoes
Private guides step in where local knowledge really counts
Sleep in a traditional Andean hacienda near Cotopaxi
Three distinct colonial cities in one trip
Cotopaxi and Cajas national parks with expert guidance
Mix of free exploration and included excursions
Domestic flight saves hours on the return leg

Your 10 days at a glance

Your road trip, day by day

Every stop has a hotel already chosen for you. Open a stop to swap the hotel, add activities or stay longer. The price updates as you go.

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10 Days

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Arrival Quito

Your stay in Arrival QuitoDays 1–3

2 Nights10 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

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Arrival
Arrival Quito
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Pick up your car at QUITO (UIO), from 10:00. It's yours for all 10 days.
• Arrival in Quito
• Private transfer to hotel
• Rest & altitude acclimatization

Day 2: Private city tour
• Historic center (UNESCO World Heritage)
• Middle of the World Monument
• TelefériQo cable car or artisan markets

Overnight Quito (2 nights)
Overnight: Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums, night 1 of 2

Your hotel in Arrival Quito

11 hotels to choose from

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums 1

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Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

9.6Exceptional

“Guests consistently praised this charming Quito hotel for its exceptional location near the historic old town and vibrant local neighborhood, coupled with genuinely warm and English-speaking staff. The standout highlights include delicious gourmet breakfasts served at the rooftop bar, comfortable rooms, and attentive service that creates a personal, welcoming atmosphere perfect for exploring the city.”

Breakfast available
Wi-Fi
Parking
Restaurant

Included in your trip2 Nights, Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Arrival Quito surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Quito → Cotopaxi National Park → Hacienda Stay

Your stay in Quito → Cotopaxi National Park → Hacienda StayDays 3–4

1 night10 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

3
Drive day
Quito → Cotopaxi National Park → Hacienda Stay
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Begin self-drive today!

Drive south through the Avenue of Volcanoes.

Stops possible:
• Local Andean villages
• Rose plantations
• Cotopaxi National Park

Optional light hikes or horseback riding.

Stay in traditional Andean hacienda near Cotopaxi.

Driving: easy, scenic highways.
Overnight: Hosteria & Spa Surillal

Your hotel in Quito → Cotopaxi National Park → Hacienda Stay

5 hotels to choose from

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Hosteria & Spa Surillal

Included in your trip1 night, Parroquia San Miguel De Salcedo

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Quito → Cotopaxi National Park → Hacienda Stay surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Cotopaxi → Baños Adventure Town

Your stay in Cotopaxi → Baños Adventure TownDays 4–6

2 Nights10 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

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Drive day
Cotopaxi → Baños Adventure Town
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Continue to Baños, gateway to the Amazon basin.

Free time in town.

Next day included private guided excursion:
• Waterfall route
• Pailón del Diablo
• Optional zipline or canyoning
• Swing at the End of the World

Guide avoids difficult routes and organizes best timing.

Overnight Baños.
Overnight: Hotel Casa Agave, night 1 of 2

Your hotel in Cotopaxi → Baños Adventure Town

8 hotels to choose from

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Hotel Casa Agave

Included in your trip2 Nights, Montalvo 1571, Banos

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Cotopaxi → Baños Adventure Town surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Baños → Riobamba → Cuenca

Your stay in Baños → Riobamba → CuencaDays 6–9

3 Nights10 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

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Drive day
Baños → Riobamba → Cuenca
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Drive south through Chimborazo region toward Cuenca.

Optional stops:
• Riobamba markets
• Chimborazo viewpoints

Arrive in colonial Cuenca, Ecuador’s most charming city.

Included private city excursion:
• Historic center
• Panama hat factory
• Flower market & artisan areas

Overnight Cuenca.
Overnight: Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvia Centro y Aeropuerto, night 1 of 3
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Full day
Cajas National Park (Guided)
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Included guided excursion to Cajas National Park.

Why guided?
• High altitude conditions
• Weather changes quickly
• Complex park access

Activities:
• Scenic hikes
• Lake landscapes
• Wildlife observation

Return to Cuenca.
Overnight: Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvia Centro y Aeropuerto, night 3 of 3

Your hotel in Baños → Riobamba → Cuenca

9 hotels to choose from

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Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvia Centro y Aeropuerto

8.8Very good

“This charming hotel in central Cuenca delights guests with its excellent service, friendly staff, and convenient location near major attractions, the bus station, and airport. Visitors rave about the comfortable rooms, included breakfast featuring local specialties, affordable dining, and easy access to shops, transportation, and the historic Cathedral district.”

Wi-Fi
Parking
Restaurant
Bar

Included in your trip3 Nights, AV. HUAYNA CAPAC

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Baños → Riobamba → Cuenca surprise you.

Make this trip yours

Stay longer or shorter in Arrival Quito

Your stay in Arrival QuitoDays 9–10

1 night10 days total

Each night you add pushes the rest of the trip back by a day. Your dates, hotels, car and price all update for you, and you can undo it anytime.

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Drive day
Flight Cuenca → Quito
Return rental car in Cuenca.

Flight back to Quito.

Last evening free for shopping or dining.
Overnight: Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Your hotel in Arrival Quito

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Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

9.6Exceptional

Breakfast available
Wi-Fi
Parking
Restaurant

Included in your trip1 night, Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y

Your free time

No set plans here. Wander, linger over dinner and let Arrival Quito surprise you.

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Departure
Departure
Return your car at Cuenca (CUE) by 10:00, then check in for your flight home.
Transfer to airport.
Departure day · No overnight stay

Your car

A rental car is included for all 10 days. Want more room or comfort? Upgrade below.

Pick up, day 1QUITO (UIO), from 10:00

Return, day 9Cuenca (CUE), by 10:00

Good to knowUnlimited miles. Rates assume a driver aged 30 or over.

What's in the price

Included

Airport transfers
Hotels with breakfast for 9 nights
Rental car from Quito to Cuenca with the selected insurance coverage
Private Quito city excursion
Private Baños excursion
Private Cuenca city excursion
Guided Cajas National Park excursion
One-way domestic flight from Cuenca to Quito
Local support assistance

Not included

International flights to/from Ecuador
Meals not mentioned in the program (usually lunches & dinners)
Fuel for rental car
Optional excursions & activities
Travel insurance
Tips for guides & drivers
Personal expenses
Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
Additional rental car insurance upgrades
Entrance fees not mentioned in itinerary

Operated by Avia Travel & Tours.

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Estimated total, 2 travelersUS$6,884

Self-drive road trip · Ecuador

Ecuador Fly & Drive

Avenue of Volcanoes & Andes Highlights

Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
Stops4 Cities
Start and finishQuito
IncludedHotels + car

Per person, estimatedUS$3,442

About this road trip