Countryside holidays in EcuadorCountryside retreats
Choose a hacienda holiday in Ecuador and experience the grandeur of a bygone era. The pretty countryside running the length of the Avenue of the volcanoes is dotted with old country estates whose frequently grandiose buildings – harking back to a more opulent past – have been converted into countryside hotels.
Relatively new to tourism, they still have an authentic feel, and most are run personally by their proprietors. They offer the option of a peaceful, country base for visits to local markets and villages as well as opportunities to take part in outdoor activities such as biking, horse-riding or hiking. What follows is a selection of the best
Near Latacunga
Near Otavalo
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 Hacienda San Agustin
 Hacienda Cusin
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