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Luxury Ecuador Holidays from the UK
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Why Ecuador
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HAND-VETTED RESORTS
Four Worlds in One Small Country
Ecuador packs four worlds into one small country straddling the equator — the colonial splendour of Quito, the volcanoes and indigenous markets of the Andes, the Amazon rainforest, and, offshore, the wildlife wonderland of the Galapagos. You can stand in the snow of a volcano and the steam of the jungle within a day's travel.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Ecuador — we combine its worlds: the Andes and Amazon of the mainland, ideally paired with a Galapagos cruise, with the flights and transfers handled.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from colonial Quito hotels to Amazon lodges, we build an Ecuador that links the mainland's variety with the islands that changed how we see the world.
Ecuador is the great-value gateway to South America — Andes, Amazon and the Galapagos within a compact, friendly country most travellers underrate.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Ecuador rewards the traveller who links its worlds. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
The Galapagos
The islands where wildlife shows no fear — giant tortoises, sea lions and blue-footed boobies, on a cruise or from an island lodge (see our dedicated Galapagos page).
Colonial Quito
One of the best-preserved colonial old towns in the Americas, high in the Andes — churches, plazas and a dramatic mountain setting on the equator.
The Andes & Volcanoes
The 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' — Cotopaxi, hot springs, haciendas and dramatic high-country scenery within reach of the capital.
The Amazon
The headwaters of the Amazon — remote rainforest lodges reached by canoe, with abundant wildlife and indigenous culture.
Indigenous Markets
The famous craft market of Otavalo and the living indigenous culture of the highlands — colour, textiles and tradition.
The Equator
Stand with a foot in each hemisphere at the equator line near Quito — a fun, only-in-Ecuador moment between the bigger adventures.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every hotel, lodge and vessel we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Ecuador: Quito & Mashpi Cloud Forest
- Quito arrival (UIO) - private transfer to Casa Gangotena (~50 min)
- 3 nights Casa Gangotena Quito (Relais & Châteaux, Plaza San Francisco)
- 4 nights Mashpi Lodge (cloud forest sanctuary in Chocó-Andean biosphere)
- Bed & breakfast (Casa Gangotena) / Fully inclusive (Mashpi includes guides)
- Mashpi sky bike, frog ponds, hummingbird feeders + Quito Old Town private tour
- Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Ecuador: Cloud Forest & Amazon
- Quito arrival - chauffeured private transfer to Casa Gangotena
- 2 nights Casa Gangotena Quito
- 3 nights Mashpi Lodge cloud forest
- 2 nights Sacha Lodge Amazon (Napo River, canopy walkway, private guides)
- Half board / All-inclusive at lodges | private guides for jungle excursions
- Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Ecuador: Andean Heritage to Cloud Forest
- Quito arrival - chauffeured private Mercedes transfer
- 2 nights Casa Gangotena Quito (Eloy Alfaro suite)
- 3 nights Hacienda Zuleta (the former presidential estate, working hacienda since 1691, only 18 rooms)
- 2 nights Mashpi Lodge premier wayra suite
- Half board / All-inclusive | private horseback riding at Zuleta + Mashpi sky bike + dragonfly sky tram
- Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Ecuador journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
HIGHLAND DRY SEASON
June to September
The driest, clearest months in the Andes — the best time for Quito, the volcanoes and the highland markets, with sunny days and cool nights.
SHOULDER
December to January
A second, shorter dry window in the highlands, with fine spells between showers — a good, quieter alternative time.
GREEN SEASON
October to May
Wetter in the highlands, with afternoon rain, but lush and quiet. The Amazon is rainy but rewarding year-round, with rivers at their highest.
GALAPAGOS
Year-round
The islands are a year-round destination with two seasons — warmer and calmer (December to May) and cooler with rougher seas but active wildlife (June to November).
Sample Itinerary
A 10-Night Ecuador & Galapagos Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect journey unfolds.
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DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
UK to Quito
Your flight reaches Quito via a hub. A transfer to your hotel and time to settle into the altitude of the Andean capital.
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DAYS 2-3 — THE ANDES
Quito & the Volcanoes
The colonial old town, the equator line and a day among the volcanoes and markets of the high Andes.
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DAYS 4-5 — THE AMAZON
Rainforest Lodge
A flight and canoe trip into the Amazon for a couple of days of wildlife, river journeys and indigenous culture.
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DAYS 6-9 — THE GALAPAGOS
The Islands
A flight to the Galapagos for the wildlife of a lifetime — by expedition cruise or island lodge, with snorkelling and guided landings.
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DAY 10 — DEPARTURE
Homeward
Back via Quito or Guayaquil for your flight home.
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Getting There
- No direct flights — around 14-16 hours via Madrid, Amsterdam or a US hub
- Connections from major regional UK airports
- A short domestic flight reaches the Galapagos
- Ecuador is 5 hours behind the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders: visa-free for stays of up to 90 days
- Passport valid 6 months
- Onward or return ticket and proof of funds
- See our Galapagos page for the additional island formalities
Health & Safety
- Quito and the Andes sit at altitude (2,800m+) — allow time to acclimatise
- A yellow-fever vaccination is recommended for the Amazon region
- See a travel clinic 6-8 weeks before travel
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- Ecuador uses the US Dollar (USD); cards in cities and hotels, cash for markets and rural areas
- Carry small denominations
- Tap water is not safe to drink — stick to bottled
- Tipping (10%) is customary