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Quito to Antigua Overview

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      USD $3,515
      CAD $3,535
      AUD $3,415
      EUR €2,740
      GBP £2,130
      NZD $4,380
      ZAR R27,315
      CHF FR3,170
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      USD $1,390
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      USD $4,905*
      CAD $4,884*
      AUD $4,745*
      EUR €3,710*
      GBP £2,977*
      NZD $6,048*
      ZAR R36,982*
      CHF FR4,269*
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an epic overland adventure from Quito, Ecuador, to Antigua, Guatemala

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from Quito to Antigua ticks all the boxes. Starting in Quito, Ecuador, the tour ventures up through Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, and finally ends in Antigua, Guatemala. Loaded with culture, history, architecture and bountiful nature, this incredible American adventure will leave you breathless. This exciting itinerary may be full of trekking up volcanoes, exploring vibrant cities, kayaking down emerald rivers, snorkelling over reefs and taking part in all manor of outdoor and cultural activities, but there is also a great balance of down time too, with beaches, forests and unspoilt nature to be enjoyed and relaxed in. So if you’re after a life-affirming, awe-inspiring and never-to-be-forgotten adventure, then this epic trip is it.

  • Experience the beauty of the Ecuadorian rainforest

Quito to Antigua Summary

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Day 1 Quito

Begin the trip in captivating Quito, Ecuador's enthralling capital. Visit ornate churches in the Old Town for a dose of architecture and history. Sample local cuisine in one of the many cafes that line the cobblestone streets.

Day 2 Otavalo

Farewell Ecuador and travel across the border into Colombia. Browse through the array of bright textiles and colourful crafts available at the famous markets of Otavalo.

Day 3 Ipiales

Explore the town of Ipiales. Perhaps take time to visit the area's prime attraction, Santuario de Las Lajas - believed to be the site of many miracles and apparitions. Set dramatically amid impressive mountain scenery, Las Lajas is a hidden highlight of Colombia.

Day 4 Popayan

Discover the old town of Popayan and take a day trip to admire the spectacular volcanic landscapes of the Purace National Park.

Days 5-6 Cali

Visit Cali, a culturally diverse town, famous for its lively nightlife.

Days 7-9 Manizales

Head to Manizales for a three-night stay at a hacienda. Tour a coffee plantation and admire scenic mountain vistas on a trip to Los Nevados National Park.

Days 10-12 Guatapé

Stay by the lake at the quaint town of Guatape. Bargain at the stalls on the board walk and climb El Penon de Guatape, the famous granite monolith that give stunning views of the natural surrounds.

Days 13-14 Medellin

Travel to Medellin and explore the streets of this city, which has played a pivotal role in recent Colombian history. In free time, why not take a day trip to Santa Fe de Antioquia to admire its colonial architecture.

Days 15-16 Covenas/San Bernardo Islands

Travel to Covenas on the Morrosquillo gulf and visit the ten islands of San Bernado. A myriad of wildlife species traverse the varying landscapes of stunning beaches, marshes and mangroves.

Days 17-19 Cartagena

Wander around beautiful Cartagena on a guided city tour. Discover Cartagena's old town, an exceptionally well preserved area full of cobblestone laneways, charming buildings and busy cafes. Experience the therapeutic effects of a mud bath on an optional visit to a bubbling mud volcano.

Day 20 Panama City

Explore Panama City's colourful neighbourhoods and soak up this vibrant region's atmosphere.

Day 21 Santa Clara

Staying in Santa Clara is the ideal opportunity to relax, swim in the lovely Pacific Ocean and camp by the beach.

Days 22-23 Chiriqui

Panama’s ‘wonderland’, Chiriqui, offers activities like rafting, hiking and volcano walks, as well as pristine beaches and lush tropical forests.

Days 24-25 Manuel Antonio National Park

Sleep in cabins set within the jungle in Manuel Antonio National Park, embarking on jungle walks, relaxing on palm-lined beaches or swimming in cerulean waters.

Day 26 San Jose

Pay a visit to the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, and get to know its intriguing neighbourhoods, vibrant markets and lively nightlife.

Days 27-28 Monteverde

Stay within the rainforest at Costa Rica’s Monteverde, and perhaps witness some of the diverse local flora and fauna during a visit to the Cloud Forest Reserve.

Days 29-30 La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano National Park

See Arenal Volcano’s glowing lava flow at night, and marvel at this beautiful area's majesty during the day.

Days 31-32 Ometepe Island

Cross Lake Nicaragua, Central America’s largest lake, to Isla Ometepe, where two volcanoes, lush vegetation and a wide range of wildlife await.

Day 33 Granada

Explore the oldest city of the ‘new world’, Granada, which is rich in colonial history and a beautiful place to visit.

Day 34 Masaya National Park

Experience the wondrous crater and lava flows belonging to the active volcano in the heart of the Masaya National Park.

Day 35 Leon

Head to the university town of Leon, peppered with derelict buildings and walls adorned with political murals and graffiti.

Day 36 Lake Yojoa

Visit Lake Yojoa, where an overnight lakeside camp is the ideal opportunity to take in the surroundings.

Days 37-39 Roatan Island

Relax in the blissful, crystal-clear waters of Roatan Island, home to gorgeous beaches, intriguing mangroves and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, second in size only to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

Days 40-41 Copan

Get up close to the ancient ruins of Copan, one of Honduras’s most striking Mayan sites.

Day 42 Suchitoto

Wander the cobbled, colourful streets of Suchitoto, which are lined with beautiful whitewashed houses.

Day 43 Cerro Verde National Park

Experience amazing views of surrounding volcanoes and countryside in Cerro Verde National Park.

Days 44-45 El Imposible National Park

Discover the verdant forest and biological diversity of stunning El Imposible National Park, complete with pumas, tigrillos and black crested eagles.

Days 46-47 Antigua

Discover the cobbled streets of Antigua and perhaps head out of the city to climb up Pacaya, the area’s active volcano.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Quito, Ecuador

  • Finish:

    Antigua, Guatemala

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nts), Camping (with facilities) (17 nts), Guesthouse (5 nts), Hostel (4 nts), Hotel (14 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    City tour, Coffee Plantation Tour, Manizales, El Penon de Guatape, Guided tour of Cartagena, Guided tour of ruins, Guided tour to San Bernardo islands, Mitad del Mundo, Visit to Santuario la Lajas, Visit to the Panama Canal

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $3,515
    CAD $3,535
    AUD $3,415
    EUR €2,740
    GBP £2,130
    NZD $4,380
    ZAR R27,315
    CHF FR3,170
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    Kitty

    USD $1,390
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  • Total price from

    USD $4,905*
    CAD $4,884*
    AUD $4,745*
    EUR €3,710*
    GBP £2,977*
    NZD $6,048*
    ZAR R36,982*
    CHF FR4,269*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $104
    CAD $103
    AUD $100
    EUR €78
    GBP £63
    NZD $128
    ZAR R786
    CHF FR90
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    • 47
    • GDBAC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $3,515
      CAD $3,535
      AUD $3,415
      EUR €2,740
      GBP £2,130
      NZD $4,380
      ZAR R27,315
      CHF FR3,170
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $1,390
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $4,905*
      CAD $4,884*
      AUD $4,745*
      EUR €3,710*
      GBP £2,977*
      NZD $6,048*
      ZAR R36,982*
      CHF FR4,269*
      *
    •  
       
       
       
       
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‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

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