Today, you’ll explore Guayaquil, Ecuador’s most vibrant city. Located along the Guayas riverfront, the Malecón, the charming Las Peñas neighborhood, and the lively atmosphere make Guayaquil the heart of Ecuador. As the country’s main port, Guayaquil is crucial for international maritime trade due to its strategic location and infrastructure. We’ll visit the popular Malecon 2000, which draws thousands of visitors, especially on weekends. Next, we’ll head to Las Peñas Neighborhood, declared a Cultural Heritage site in 1982, nestled around Cerro Santa Ana with its unique ambiance and colorful houses. You’ll need to climb 444 steps to reach the hill’s summit, offering a stunning panoramic view of the city. Descend to the base of the hill to cross the Guayas River via the modern aerovia cable car to Duran. From there, we’ll continue to a cacao farm to learn about the cultivation of the main ingredient in chocolate in these lowland areas.

Points of Interest

• Quito

• Private transportation
• English speaking guide
• Lunch
• Bottle of water

• Personal expenses
• Gratuites
• Alcoholic beverages
• Cable car ticket “optional”

Ecuador boasts a myriad of sceneries, with the coastal area being particularly notable as it is home to Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador, known for its pivotal port. Moreover, due to its rich and productive soil, Ecuador has gained notoriety for its superior cacao beans, which are the primary ingredient in chocolate production. Numerous estates and farms dedicated to cultivating cacao can be found there, offering visitors the chance to discover the process of artisanal chocolate and delightful confectionery creation from cacao beans.

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