15 days exploring Ecuador
Ecuador | Nov 4 - Nov 20, 2022

Autumn
Autumn J.
Grant, MI | Reviewed on Nov 26, 2022

I can’t tell you how perfectly our custom-made Ecuador itinerary turned out! Linda, our travel specialist, was incredible. She not only helped us to plan an itinerary that suited our family perfectly, but she also provided exceptional support while we were on our journey. Our luggage took 8 days to arrive in Quito after we did, and Linda went above and beyond our expectations, communicating with the airport, and ultimately personally shipping our bags from Quito to meet us in Cuenca! Alejandro, our driver, was also an integral part of the perfection of our vacation. We spent hours and hours in the car with him, but this became one of our favorite parts of the journey as Alejandro spent the time teaching us. During our travel time we learned about Ecuador’s history, culture, diversity of microclimates, and more!

All of the locations we chose to spend a few days at were amazing, but I think we all agree that Mindo was our favorite. In Mindo we were able to both explore a small Ecuadorian town and a myriad of cloud forest experiences.

Thank you Linda and Alejandro! I won’t hesitate to recommend your services ❤️

Hotel Review
Sisakuna Lodge
Mindo

Sisakuna Lodge is beautiful! The grounds are gorgeous and the staff took exceptional care of us. I wouldn’t change a thing.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful gardens, local birds and butterflies abound, staff seemed to really enjoy each other and were super friendly with us as well.
Location
Just on the edge of town. Perfect for exploring the town, but also quite tranquil.
Staff
Friendly, smiling, helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Super clean and had everything we needed
Activity Reviews
Photo Stop at Cajas National Park
Photo Stop at Cajas National Park
Ecuador

Beautiful!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exploring El Gran Cañon,  natural caves & chocolate making
Exploring El Gran Cañon, natural caves & chocolate making
Archidona

El Gran Cañón hike was wonderful! It was quite challenging due to the mud and steepness if the environment, but so worth it! The chocolate making was really fun and delicious!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Linda Schulz
Linda
Linda Schulz
Local specialist in Quito | Replied on Nov 26, 2022

Hi Autumn,
thank you so much for your kind words and your excellent review! I was really sorry about the hassle with your luggage (and I was more than happy to assist as best as I could during that time), but I can see that nevertheless you were able to enjoy your time here in Ecuador :)
Please send your Dad and brother my best wishes!
Big hugs for the three of you,
Linda