Biking Dutchman
Foch # 714 and Juan León Mera
Phones: +(593)2 2568 323 / 2542 806
Fax: +(593)2 2567008
Cel: +(593)9 4205349
biking@uio.satnet.net
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| Eight Day Mountain Biking Adventure... |
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TRIP RATING: Moderate
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ITINERARY
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| Day 1: |
Depart from Quito at 7 am. Drive & Bike direction Otavalo. After exploring the colorful market in Otavalo, we head to the crater lake Cuicocha. The afternoon ride will lead us back to Otavalo, through quaint villages and striking views of surrounding volcanoes. Night in Hotel. |
| Day 2: |
Often taking advantage of our support vehicle to take us on the uphill legs, we head eastwards to the jungle and the hot springs town of Papallacta. Volcanoe Cayambe, and Antisana watch over our every move. Night in Hotel |
| Day 3: |
Four hour ride through lush rainforest to Tena, in the Amazon basin. Dinner and night in lodge at river bank. Night in Hotel |
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A jungle hike accompanied by a Quechua Indian guide. Night in Hotel |
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Bike from Tena to Baņos through famous "Avenue of Orchids" Night in hotel |
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| Day 6: |
Free day in Baņos, a chance to rest tired muscles in the hot springs, hike the surrounding hills, or relax in one of the town's lovely cafes. Night in hotel |
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Jeep to Chimborazo, the highest volcano in Ecuador, for far-reaching views. Ascent on foot until Refuge (5000 m) Fine descent on bike through patchwork fields. Night in hotel. |
| Day 8: |
Transfer to Cotopaxi National Park, and the chance to bike down from the car park at 4 500 meters. Bike on highlands to Inca Ruins. Drive back to Quito. End of our services. |
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INCLUDED: 4-wheel drive support vehicle, 21- speed mountain bikes TREK 3700 or GARY FISHER ADVANCE, protection equipment, 7 nights of accommodation, Breakfast and lunch every day, bilingual experienced guide.
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