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HACIENDAS
OF THE ANDES 
COMBINING ADVENTURE & LUXURY!
7 NIGHTS |  8 DAYS
YEAR ROUND
“Thanks for a wonderful week of riding. And for sharing your vast knowledge of Ecuador, which made the rides all extra special.”

Horseback Riding in Ecuador. 8 Days in Beautiful Highland Haciendas

Following trails across verdant valleys of patchwork fields, through forests then onto the open plains to gallop with the wild horses beneath the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano we ride between fabulous highland haciendas. Varied pace, incredibly diverse scenery, ending each unforgettable day at a unique, idyllic location.

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“A truly unique experience.  Every detail is carefully choreographed. The food is always yummy.  Each horse was very fit, well behaved…The scenery is beautiful with the terrain ever varied.”

 
7 NIGHTS /  8 DAYS
ITINERARY

Overnight stops include lovingly restored centuries old haciendas; no two lodges are alike but all are in exceptional locations and absolutely captivating. All rooms with private bathrooms.

ITINERARY IN BRIEF​

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DAY 1: The enchanting Andes, introductory ride

DAY 2: Patchwork fields, exotic plants, San Pablo Lake

DAY 3: Andean Condors & the beautiful, pastoral Zuleta Valley

DAY 4: The wild Andes, five magnificent volcanoes

Day 5: Open Plains & Wild Horses in Cotopaxi National Park

Day 6: Rugged peaks and incomparable views

Day 7: Andean high pass & Avenue of the Volcanoes

Day 8: Breakfast and Farewell

“I just returned from my dream vacation with Ride Andes in Ecuador. I wasn't sure what to expect as I didn't know Ecuador well, but was delighted with the exhilarating rides on exceptional horses in this breathtaking country. Sally is a fantastic operator and guide, paying attention to every detail to ensure everyone is thoroughly satisfied with the experience, from finding the perfect horse to securing gorgeous and comfortable places to stay after a day in the saddle. And the nice thing is it was really easy to bookend the trip with Ride Andes with visits to the Amazon and Galapagos, as everything is so accessible in Ecuador. I can't recommend this trip enough.”

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Not Quite Right for You?
We have other Horse Riding Holidays in Ecuador!

FROM US$ 4,800

PER PERSON

Included: 

All accommodation (private bathrooms); all meals (from day 1 lunch to day 8 breakfast) and snacks & water while riding; English speaking guide & 2nd local guide; 7 riding days; horses & spare horses; ponchos & saddlebags; grooms services; all necessary transfers/transport as per itinerary; all necessary local taxes, private reserve & national park entrance fees.


Not included: 

Appropriate medical insurance (mandatory); visa (as necessary); international or national airport taxes; soft and alcoholic drinks (evenings/dinner); personal expenditure; tips and all services not mentioned in the detailed description.

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Testimonials

“…the horses were top-notch; the food was delicious; the haciendas beyond belief (I'm trying to figure out how I can add a fireplace to my bedroom at home); … the scenery was spectacular” JH.

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