In the mythical Andes mountain range lie volcanoes of more than five thousand meters of altitude, with perpetual snow and millenary ice glaciers. Most of the volcanoes in Ecuador can be climbed in a trip of one to three days, which is a great advantage for the organization of expeditions. In the Mindo-Nambillo protective forest, there is one of the most important bird reserves on the planet. The Andes constitute a great avenue that runs through the center of Ecuador, through surprising moors, humid and tropical forests, valleys, picturesque towns and historic cities, lagoons, waterfalls, lakes and rivers. The unique experience of touring this region by train, one of the masterpieces of engineering, is not to be missed. Quito, the capital of Ecuador, has one of the largest and best preserved historic centers in the world. To complement your visit to Quito, we offer several short trips from Quito that will allow you to enjoy your trip to Ecuador to the fullest.