Quick answer: One day is enough for Quito’s Old Town highlights: the Basílica towers at 9:00, a 3-hour free walking tour from 10:30, lunch at the Mercado Central, La Compañía and San Francisco in the
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Quick answer: Quito sits at 2,850 m (9,350 ft), high enough that many visitors feel mild soroche in the first 24 to 48 hours: headache, breathlessness on stairs, poor sleep. Prevent it by taking day
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Quick answer: In 2026, Ecuador costs about $30–55 a day for backpackers, $60–120 for mid-range travelers and $150–250+ for comfort travel, per person, excluding international flights. A 7-day mainland trip runs roughly $310–400 (backpacker) or
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Quick answer: Yes, Ecuador’s main tourist routes are safe with normal precautions. As of September 2026 the US rates Ecuador Level 2 (exercise increased caution), with Level 4 zones in parts of Guayaquil, Durán, El
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Quick answer: There is no bad month to visit the Galápagos. For warm water, calm seas and the easiest snorkeling, go December to May (April and May are our favorites). For whale sharks, hammerheads, active
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Quick answer: The Devil’s Nose train is running in 2026, operated by the Municipality of Alausí. It leaves Alausí station Thursday to Sunday and on holidays at 08:00, 11:00 and 14:00, takes about 2.5 hours
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