Travelling Classes Andes/Amazon 12 Days

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Looking to travel and study Spanish in Ecuador? We have the perfect program that combines travelling with classes. Your teacher is your guide. We will take you on the adventure of a lifetime, all in Spanish.

Monday

A trip to Ecuador is not complete without visiting Otavalo. A cultural hub, Otavaleños pride themselves in their heritage and artistic talents, they are famous for their weavings and textiles and host one of the biggest and best markets in Central and South America.

After arriving to Otavalo, refuel with lunch and then you will have your first Spanish class for the duration of the afternoon. Between classes and dinner you will have the opportunity to explore the colorful market.

Tuesday

Start with breakfast and then spend the morning in classes. Eat lunch and then head on an excursion to Peguche Falls, passing through a eucalypti grove. After the visiting the falls, continue to San Pablo Lake, with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Return to Otavalo for dinner and an evening stroll through the vibrant town.

Wednesday

After breakfast, depart for the next stop on your adventure, Baños. The gateway to the Amazon and an adventurers paradise, you will enjoy this vibrant environment located in the foothills of the active Volcán Tungurahua. After arriving in Baños, refuel with lunch and then you will have Spanish class for the afternoon. In the evening, eat dinner, stroll the town, and enjoy the friendly vibe.

Thursday

Start with a good breakfast and then visit the spectacular waterfalls of Baños. Ride in a cable car and cross the river. Hike to the Pailon del Diablo and be in for a splash. For the brave, there is even bungee jumping. Back in town, enjoy lunch and an afternoon of classes. In the evening, have dinner and relax.

Friday

Fuel with breakfast and then spend the morning in Spanish classes. After classes, have lunch and then hike to the spectacular viewpoint. After returning, have dinner and relax.

Saturday

Free day. Enjoy the Baños thermal pools, a great way to spend the day relaxing and known for their rejuvenating powers.

Sunday

After breakfast depart to Misahualli, located on the Rio Napo in the Amazon Jungle. After arriving you will have lunch, along with entertainment from the local monkeys, who hang out in the central park. Stroll back to the hotel, stopping along the beach, and study Spanish for the afternoon. In the evening, have dinner and relax.
Monday

Start with breakfast and then spend the morning in Spanish classes. After lunch you will have time to enjoy the beach. In the evening have dinner and relax and for an exciting day ahead.

Tuesday

After a good breakfast and a short Spanish session, depart by motorized canoe down the Rio Napo. Your first stop, a jungle walk. Disembark and be guided through the jungle. Discover some of the many marvels of the jungle, including some survival tricks. Next, you will have the opportunity to tube down the Rio Napo, a refreshingly wonderful experience. After lunch on the Napo, you will visit a conservational zoo. Head back up river to town, eat dinner, and relax.

Wednesday

Start with breakfast and then visit a waterfall, located closely out of town. Hike through the jungle to the waterfall and take a refreshing dip. Back in Misahualli, get your bags and it is off to Tena. Have lunch and an afternoon of Spanish classes. In the evening, have dinner and relax.

Thursday

After eating breakfast, visit the caves of Jumandy. Named after a man who fought against the Spanish conquistadors, explore the caves and their wonders. Then you will return to Tena for lunch and afternoon classes. In the evening, stroll the town, eat dinner, and prepare for your final day.

Friday

Eat breakfast and then head back up the Sierra to Papallacta. Papallacta was a stopping point for Francisco Orellana, the Spanish conquistador who made the famous journey down the Amazon in 1541. Here you will find the thermal pools of Papallacta, a relaxing way to finish your trip. Refuel with a local trout lunch before heading back to Quito.