Guayaquil
Visit the booming Ecuadorian metropolis
overlooking the Pacific coast.
Experience true bliss as you dine on one of the island's shorelines. Try a taste of the Galapagos at one of the fine restaurants serving only local ingredients. Transport your taste buds to heaven as you enjoy some of the best seafood of your life freshly picked from the clean, pristine waters. Dishes like ceviche, arroz marinero with mussels and shrimp, and encebollado made with yucca, onions, chiles, and albacore tuna are a few of the most popular dishes in Galapagos.
In the early 1900s, the cocoa boom led to the industrial development of this modern Ecuadorian metropolis. Today, you can find some of Ecuador's best museums showcasing the country’s rich culture as well as sites such as Guayaquil Historical Park where you can walk through and learn about the city’s history.
Although one of Ecuador’s largest cities, Guayaquil offers travelers many green spaces to enjoy. The coastal city also has paths to walk along and take in the beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Visitors to Guayaquil can enjoy the Reserva Ecologica Manglar Churute, an impressive mangrove swamp with monkeys and native birds in the area.
When booking a luxury vacation to Ecuador, we’ll keep your travel goals in mind – whether you’re looking to experience
the biodiversity of the Amazon, stand in the middle of the world in Quito, or explore the wonders of the Galapagos
Islands – there is something for everyone and our travel designers are eager to craft the perfect trip for your luxury
vacation to Ecuador.
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Quito, Otavalo, Cuenca, Guayaquil, Galapagos Islands
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Guayaquil, Otavalo, Quito, Galapagos Islands
Ride La Perla South America’s tallest Ferris wheel is now in Guayaquil. La Perla (the pearl) has become one of the must-see places for locals and tourists who wander along the Malecón 2000 boardwalk next to the Guayas river. It has 36 cars decked with air conditioning, WiFi, and a panic button. The ride, whether by day or night, is always an adventure. Nevertheless, as night falls, it’s quite a spectacle to observe the Ferris wheel illuminated by its more than 1,400 LED lights. La Perla's 187 feet height is roughly similar to an eighteen-floor building. From this vantage point, visitors can admire the full splendor of nearby sites such as Santa Ana hill and the Malecón, as well as the city's tallest buildings, La Previsora and The Point.
Casa Julián Brilliant chef Javier Urrutia crafts innovative interpretations of popular Ecuadorian cuisine with magnificent presentation making Casa Julián a must on your Guayaquil visit. The creative menu offers land & sea dishes with their ceviche being regarded as the best in town. Not big on eating meat? Casa Julián does not leave vegans behind offering a spectacular palate to choose from.
Hotel del Parque This extraordinarily lavish hotel offers travelers one of the best stays in Guayaquil. Conveniently located near some city’s best attractions such as Escultura del Mono Machín and Las Peñas, Guayaquil makes for the perfect place to stay. This boutique hotel offers great amenities such as gorgeous, spacious rooms, an on-site spa to enjoy a relaxing massage, and an incredible continental breakfast.
Listed as UNESCO #1 World Heritage Site, these significant ecological islands will have you amazed with the amount of biodiversity.
Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience lounging among the trees of the Amazon rainforest on your custom Amazon Joungle tours in Ecuador.
Escape from the busy city to become rejuvenated with a tranquil lounging experience in Ecuador’s Cloud Forest, a perfect destination.
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