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Beautiful Ecuador

Ecuador is located in the northwestern area of South America, precisely in the Middle of the World. Due to its geographical position on the Equator Line, this small country is known as a land of contrasts and is also one of the most bio diverse on the planet. In a single day you could take an early morning walk or cruise in the Amazon, drive up through a valley of active volcanoes and past verdant cloud forests before winding down to the Pacific coast in time for a seafood dinner.

This beautiful country has an ample variety of climates and landscapes ranging from charming beaches at sea level to snow-capped peaks reaching 6,300 metres high. From the exuberant coastal region to the imposing Andes Mountains and onto the Amazon rainforest, it is jam-packed with wonders. Nature soars with volcanoes and delves deep in the jungles. You will find ancestral cultures living in harmony with the environment yet maintaining their own cultures and lifestyles. Then, only 1,050 km away from the continent lie the amazing Galapagos Islands, one of the World's most fascinating and scienti cally important places. Known for its incredible biodiversity many animals found here are found nowhere else in the world. The beautiful landscapes and volcanic islands are an example of nature at its nest.

Forward Travel wants to help you experience the magic of Ecuador, to be immersed in the diversity, be charmed by the locals and be astounded by the wildlife.

Who is Forward Travel

Forward Travel is the brainchild of seasoned travellers David Smyth and Rose Toohey, who have combined their knowledge and experience to help forward thinking travellers travel better, travel further and travel more.

David and Rose have journeyed far and wide enjoying the road less travelled in preference to the busy highway. They own and run Forward Travel, so have the freedom, flexibility, and enthusiasm to tailor your trip exactly how you want it to be. They work directly with trusted tour operators in each country to offer you the largest range of choices in each destination.

Travelling Forward

All Forward Travel journeys are customised for each person, so its style of travel is really your style. Forward Travel will discuss how you like to travel, the type of hotels and touring you prefer as well as how energetic you want to be. Forward Travel will then make suggestions to suit your preferences.

Forward Travel doesn't pigeon hole you by star ratings, instead it discusses your preferences and match properties to suit. The hotels used here are mainly good quality 3.5-4 star, well located with local style. Forward Travel has fantastic indulgent places to mix it up when suitable.

Forward Pricing

Most people convince a partner or friend to travel with them so prices shown are per person, based on two people travelling together and sharing a room. If you are looking for some solitude, Forward Travel can plan a trip just for you. Most of these trips are suggestions and can be tailored as you wish. Forward Travel welcomes larger groups and can often secure discounts for them. To keep things simple all the itineraries in this brochure have the signature Forward inclusions.

What's Included

  • Arrival and departure transfers where mentioned
  • All land transportation, and cruises/ferries where mentioned
  • Good quality, well-located hotels with private bathrooms
  • Breakfast daily. Other meals as listed.
  • English speaking guided touring
  • Prepayable entrance fees
  • Some National Parks are pay as you go
  • 24-hour assistance by Forward Travel's trusted partners in each country.

Inside This Brochure

  • The Four Worlds Of Ecuador
  • Welcome To Forward Travel
  • Travelling To & Around South America
  • Complete Ecuador - Escorted Tour with Dave Best - 19 Days
  • Andes - Quito And Surrounds - 5 Days
  • Andes - Uniquely Ecuador Experiences - 4 Days
  • Otavalo / Cotopaxi / Cloud Forest
  • Andes - World Heritage Cuenca City Stay - 3 Days
  • Andes - Ecuador To Its Fullest - 10 Days
  • Amazon - Anakonda Cruise *New* - 4-8 Days
  • Amazon - Manatee / Tapir & Sacha Lodge - 4-8 Days
  • Galapagos Islands - Everything You Need To Know
  • Galapagos - On Land - 3 Island Stay - 6 Days
  • Galapagos - Iguana Crossing On Isabela - 4 Days
  • Galapagos - On Water - Choose Your Boat

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