Embark on a thrilling 4-day private bike tour in Ecuador, discovering the stunning Andes Mountains and volcanoes. Ride through picturesque landscapes, visit the Quilotoa Crater Lake, and experience the rich indigenous culture. Stay at eco-lodges and colonial Haciendas for a truly immersive adventure.
Bikepacking from Quilotoa to Isinlivi
Quilotoa - Today we will pick you up at your hotel in Quito city, and then travel for 3 hours by car to the entrance of the Illinizas Ecological Reserve.
Illiniza Ecological Reserve - Here we will have some coca tea and then prepare all the equipment for today’s ride. We will start taking the trails of the rim of Quilotoa. From there we will have amazing views of the turquoise water of the crater. We will be riding single tracks and in some parts we will have to push our bikes as it is very steep to bike.
San Pedro - Later we will start the decline down to San Pedro town. Here we will have a short break and have some food. Later we continue down an impressive canyon. There we will start climbing for a couple of hours till we reach Isinlivi village.
Isinlivi - Here we will spend the night.
Bikepacking Isinlivi to Lasso
Bikepacking into the Cotopaxi National Park
Cotopaxi National Park - In the morning we will bike on some dirt roads to reach the entrance of the Cotopaxi reserve.
Cotopaxi Volcano - Later we continue into the park on a paved road surrounded by pine and eucalyptus trees. In the afternoon we will reach 13000 feet where we will camp and enjoy a bonfire in front of the Cotopaxi Volcano.
Bikepacking back to Quito
Cotopaxi Volcano - Today we start biking on flat terrain across the park.
Laguna de Limpiopungo - Our first stop will be at the Limpiopungo volcano where we will have some nice views of the Rumiñahui volcano, named after a very important Inca warrior. Also today with some luck we might view the majestic Andean condor.
El Tambo - We will continue on dirt roads and a single track next to the Cotopaxi. Along the ride, we will see a lot of volcanic material from the last eruptions of this volcano. We will stop at the Inca ruins known as Tambo.
Quito - Later we continue biking down back to Quito, where our driver will be ready to take you to your hotel.
- Accommodation for 3 nights
- Water and snacks available anytime
- Private transport on Day 1 and Day 4
- Lunch provided daily
- All-inclusive entry to reserves and museums
- Professional English-Speaking Guide
- Dinner provided daily
- Daily breakfast included
- Quality biking gear: bikes, helmets, and gloves
- International or domestic flights
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Airport Transfers
Experience a pedaling expedition like no other! Explore the most beautiful Andes Ecuadorian region, from the turquoise waters of the Quilotoa Crater Lake to the most majestic Cotopaxi snowcapped volcano, ride exclusive single track and dirt roads while having amazing views of the Andean farms, and learn about the culture of the indigenous people.
Accommodation is provided at charming eco-lodges and colonial Haciendas.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
