Guayaquil is Ecuador’s largest city and is the focus of the nation’s economy. Its economic prowess is due in large part to its location at the convergence of the Daule and Babahoyo rivers, just 70 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean. The Malecón waterfront has a collection of restaurants, theatres, and parks and runs parallel to the Guayas River.
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Tailor-made tours and holidays in Guayaquil

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General Interest
Ultimate South America
35 days 33 nights
From £9,995
This epic journey travels across seven countries to explore South America's greatest cultural, historic and natural wonders, including a cruise of the Galápagos islands
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General Interest
Ecuador & Galápagos Experience
10 days 7 nights
From £4,295
This journey provides a special opportunity to experience the Galápagos islands and observe their remarkable wildlife at close quarters
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Tailor Made
Family adventures
Ecuador & Galápagos Family Adventure
14 days 11 nights
From £6,995
Take the family on a trip of a lifetime to experience the truly extraordinary Galápagos islands, a paradise for animal lovers, conservationists and adventurers
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Tailor Made
Cruises
Classic Ecuador
11 days 8 nights
From £5,295
Explore the highlights of mainland Ecuador and take a cruise to see the unique wildlife of the Galapagos islands
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