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Avenue of the Volcanoes
Haciendas
These delightful historic ranches can be visited as part of one of our hacienda packages inclusive of transport, guide, and accommodation.
Hacienda La Ciènega
It is located in the area of Guaytacama, in the Valley of Lasso at the foot of Cotopaxi volcano, and belongs to the descendants of its original owner in the 17th century, the Marquis of Maenza. The Manor House was built in 1838 and is reached via an avenue flanked by gigantic and fragrant eucalyptus trees. It was opened to the public in 1982, with spacious rooms surrounded by beautiful gardens. The charm, taste and elegance of the rooms at La Ciénega have witnessed important events in Ecuador’s history.
Hacienda San Agustin de Callo
Located right at the foot of Cotopaxi Volcano, it was built in the 16th century on the site of an important Inca Palace. Two of the original surviving Inca rooms now serve as chapel and dining room. In the latter, which offers a grand view of Cotopaxi, you will be savouring the hacienda’s excellent Ecuadorian cuisine. Most rooms have a fireplace and are furnished with the original antiques of the hacienda.
Hacienda Chillo Jijon
This hacienda is located in a valley close to Quito. Its 1730's Manor House reflects the luxury of the 18th century. Guests are personally invited by the owners to relax and explore this most beautiful hacienda, the tranquillity of its colonial corridors and patios, the shade of its 20 acres of private gardens and woods, the luxury of its library and salons and the warmth of its private fireplace suites. Tennis, horseback riding and biking are available for your recreation.
Hacienda La Alegria
This is a family farm dedicated to eco-tourism, horseback adventures and the organic production of dairy and beef. The hacienda is located in the Andes near the equatorial line and 25 miles south of Quito. All year around the farm provides educational, ecological, and challenging experiences for adults, families and children that are interested in visiting volcanoes, cloud forests, Inca sites. Horseback riding is their speciality.
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