Day 1 – Arrival in Guayaquil
- Arrival at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Evening walk along Malecón 2000 waterfront
Day 2 – Transfer to Cuenca
- Scenic drive or short flight to Cuenca
- Explore colonial center (UNESCO site)
- Visit New Cathedral and flower market
Day 3 – Cuenca Exploration
- Visit Panama hat workshop
- Explore El Cajas National Park lakes
- Free afternoon in charming old town
Day 4 – Ingapirca & Transfer to Loja
- Visit Ecuador’s most important Inca archaeological complex
- Continue south to Loja
- Evening at leisure
Day 5 – Vilcabamba Valley
- Short drive to Vilcabamba
- Hike in Podocarpus National Park
- Relax in peaceful valley setting
Day 6 – Return toward Coast
- Scenic drive back toward Guayaquil region
- Overnight near coast
Day 7 – Puerto López
- Transfer to small fishing village
- Relax on the beach
- Fresh seafood dinner
Day 8 – Machalilla National Park
- Visit Los Frailes Beach
- Optional Isla de la Plata boat tour
- Whale watching (seasonal June–September)
Day 9 – Coastal Relaxation
- Free day for beach time or surfing
- Optional snorkeling excursion
Day 10 – Return to Guayaquil
- Transfer back to Guayaquil
- Farewell dinner