LA – 131 – HACIENDA EL PORVENIR
Eight Days / Seven Nights
ANDEAN FAMILY EXPERIENCE
Daily Departures of Quito
Physical Effort: Low
ANDES FAMILY ADVENTURE
We are going to visit the Ecuadorian Andes with its impressive volcanoes while experiencing activities that encourage hands-on participation to learn new skills and celebrate our achievements as family. After one night in Quito starts your Andean family adventure you will spend your days discovering the magical culture and nature of this region. Visit the Middle of the World, local native markets, the Otavalo Indigenous Market. and experience cultural encounters. Choose an adventure such as kayaking on a sacred lagoon; horseback ride Ruminahui volcano; mountain biking and Cotopaxi High Rope Course and finally a visit to Cotopaxi National Park
ITINERARY
Day 1: Welcome to Quito!
Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the airport holding a sign with your name. You’ll be escorted to your private vehicle and transferred to your hotel, where check-in assistance awaits.
Quito, nestled at the foot of Pichincha Volcano, offers a spring-like climate and a beautifully preserved colonial center. Explore its cobbled streets and historic sites, perfect for family strolls. The city’s rich history, from indigenous roots to Spanish colonial heritage, is evident in its architecture and museums. Overnight at your Quito hotel.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight at Hotel Alquimia
Day 2: Quito City Tour and Ibarra
After breakfast, we will explore Quito’s historic downtown, beginning with a visit to the Cathedral in Independence Square. This neo-colonial church, dating back to the 16th century, has been integral to the city’s history and still preserves many traditions from the colonial era. Then we continue traveling North, to have lunch in one of the beautiful colonial Haciendas of the area. After lunch, we drive to Ibarra local market to buy exotic fruits and new flavors. Travel to one of the properties we offer exclusively where you will enjoy the benefits of having the house for yourself with the welcoming service provided by the hacienda staff. Hands-on cooking classes with local women experts on Ecuadorian cuisine and family traditional recipes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Cerotal
Day 3: Cultural Encounters Discover the diverse Indigenous cultures of the Imbabura region
Participate in pottery making, visit a local healer to learn about medicinal plants, or try embroidery with a renowned artisan. After lunch in Ibarra, taste the famous “helados de Paila,” hand-spun sorbets in various passion fruit flavors. Spend a relaxing afternoon at the hacienda, ending with a family barbecue.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Cerotal
Day 4: Choose Your Adventure Pick an activity that suits your family’s interests
- Kayak on San Pablo Lake—paddle along the shore, observing local life and Andean birds. Perfect for kids!
- Visit El Parque Condor, a bird sanctuary with flight demonstrations of Andean condors and other birds of prey. (Open Wednesday to Sunday and on National Holidays.)
- Hike around Cuicocha Lake, a stunning volcanic crater with two islands. The 9-mile hike takes 4-5 hours.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Cerotal
Day 5: Otavalo Market and ride to Cotopaxi area
Ride to Otavalo Market, famous for colorful textiles and weaving traditions. Visit a local weaver’s village and enjoy lunch at a nearby eatery. Then travel to Hacienda El Porvenir near Cotopaxi, where a cozy fireplace awaits.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Porvenir
Day 6: Horseback Riding & Cooking Lessons
Start with a farm-fresh breakfast, then enjoy horseback riding on the slopes of Rumiñahui Volcano with a local chagra guide sharing country life stories. Return for a traditional lunch, followed by “Cooking in the Clouds” lessons—make cheese empanadas, aji chili sauce, and canelazo, a warm celebratory drink. Enjoy your creations by the fireplace.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Porvenir
Day 7: Family Activities:
Mountain Biking or Forest Hike & High Ropes Course
Choose between:
Mountain biking on highland trails suitable for adults and kids (from age 6). Afternoon includes the Cotopaxi High Rope Course, a fun bonding experience for all.
Hike the Santa Rita Ecological Reserve’s native forest trails, ending with a picnic and optional trout fishing. Afternoon includes the High Rope Course at the hacienda.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Hacienda El Porvenir
Day 8: Cotopaxi National Park Exploration
Explore Cotopaxi National Park, home to glaciers on the equator, wild horses, and the majestic Andean Condor. Hike to the José Ribas Refuge at 4,800m, then enjoy a box lunch by Limpiopungo Lake. Learn about Andean geology and ancient Inca sites before returning to Quito.
Meals: Breakfast/ Packed Lunch
TOUR RATES (Per Person USD)
| LA – 131 – HACIENDA EL PORVENIR – 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHT | ||||
| LODGING | 2-4 PAX | 5-6 PAX | 8+ PAX | Single |
| DOUBLE JUNIOR SUITE | $ 3,639 | $ 3,639 | $ 3,372 | $ 4,357 |
| MASTER SUITE | $ 3,785 | $ 3,785 | $ 3,519 | $ 4,624 |
CHILDREN DISCOUNTS:
Kids younger than 3 years old: FREE (1 kid per adult), sharing the room with the parents. Kids younger than 12 years: 20% (1 kid per adult), sharing the room with the parents.
INCLUDED:
- Seven-night accommodation is based on double occupancy.
- Meals with one soft drink per meal as indicated in itinerary.
- Daily activities as indicated in itinerary.
- Licensed English-speaking guides.
- Round trip transportation from and to Quito.
- Gears to perform activities.
- Entrance to APU Mountain SPA wet area .
NOT INCLUDED:
- International round trip air fare to Quito
- Travel & Health Insurance (Recommended)
- Tips, Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Expenses of personal nature
- Land services and tours not indicated in itinerary
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Hacienda El Porvenir
Hotel Alquimia
At the middle of fifteenth century (1450), this house was part of the square of Tupac Yupanqui, during the Inca period. It was at the beginning of Colonial period (1534), when it became part of the block of the spanish Diego de Torres. It was until the end of the same century that it was incorporated as property of tge convent of Santo Domingo. From 1600 to 1750, this house passed into the hands of several generations of Alvarado. From 1750 to 1769 it was property of the regidor Luis de Cuesta, while from 1770 to 1793 it was the home of the lawyer Lojano Nicolás Carrión Vaca.
Since the end of the 18th century until the first decade of the 19th century, this house belonged to the lawyer Juan Ruíz de Santo Domingo (intimate friend of Eugenio Espejo). From 1815 to 1870 this property passed to the Borja Lizarzaburu Family, and it was a period when this house was known as «The House of Conspiracy», where the conspiracy against the Ex-President García Moreno was forged.
From 1871 to 1875 it was the home of Dr. Borja Ayoví, and it was during this time that Juan Montalvo, an ecuadorian novelist, lived here. At the end of the 81th century, it passed into the hands ofthe Velasco Rebolledo family, from this tme on, this house was known as «The House of Doctors», whose owner was a public works builder in the García Moreno government.
In 1894, the doctors Alejandro Yépez Ribadeneira and Roberto Sierra Landázuri had their consultation here. From 1932 to 1970 the house belonged to Joaquín Velasco y Velasco, an important man born in Guayaquil of Riobamba origin, who in turn donated the current clock of the Santo Domingo Tower. From the last quarter of the 20th century to the first decade of 21th century, this house was owned by the Madrid Flores Family.
Finally, starting in 2013, this house was handed over the siblings Tania and Lenin González Rivadeneira, and after a long process of restoration, the family project «Casa Alquimia» was consolidated.
Hacienda Cerotal
Located on the slopes of Imbabura Volcano, an inactive stratovolcano in the north of Ecuador, and just two hours and a half away from Quito, Tierra de Volcan offers you the exclusive access to this unique family-owned country-side home.
El Cerotal was built as a peaceful place for families and friends to spend some time together and bond while enjoying some of the adventures that the northern Andes have to offer. Now, the owners have opened the doors to our guests to keep the magic growing. The house offers 4 rooms and a capacity for up to 8 people, so you will feel the privacy and warmth of your home away from home. You will also choose from a variety of adventures that fit your family’s personal interests.
El Cerotal offers 4 comfortable rooms located in different parts of the house. Each room has its own character and offers a different experience while having the same amenities. Staying at one of the rooms at El Cerotal will make you feel like home.
Connectivity: Limited internet is available in our social areas and rooms.
Explore, enjoy, and bond on the northern Andes.
Lodging
El Cerotal offers 4 comfortable rooms located in different parts of the house. Each room has its own character and offers a different experience while having the same amenities. Staying at one of the rooms at El Cerotal will definitely make you feel like home.
