Tren del Hielo II Train | Full Day Tour

Train – motor truck

Trip Style

Friday (motor truck) and Saturday (train).

Departures

8 -9 hours

Duration

Ambato

Location

HIGHLIGHTS:

Travel across the classic Paramo landscapes aboard the Tren Ecuador, a legendary route connecting two major cities.
Catch a sight of active Tungurahua Volcano, and snow-capped Altar, Chimborazo and Carihuayrazo volcanoes.
Discover the traditions in Cevallos and learn about the shoe manufacturiong process in its famous factory.
Get acquainted with the Ecuadorian Sierra rich lifestyle and authentic customs.

Call or text us via Whatsapp for a free quoute : +593 96 936 1777
We will try to answer your calls during business hours from Monday to Friday (9A to 5:30PM)

SHARED DEPARTURE	Friday (motor truck) and Saturday (train).
ROUTE	Ambato – Mocha – Urbina – Cevallos – Ambato
DEPARTURE LOCATION	Ambato Train station.
RETURN LOCATION	Ambato Train station.
DEPARTURE TIME	08:00 – 17:40 Passengers must arrive 30 mins before departure time.
DURATION	8 Hours Approximately
WEAR	Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, hat, jacket and sunscreen, camera
INCLUDED	Train ticket. On board bilingual guides. Access to attractions and other visits detailed in the itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED	Additional purchases in the Café del Tren and/or restaurant. Entrance fees. Snacks. Transfers to and from hotels. Personal expenses. Tips & Gratuities (optional)

ALTITUDE INFORMATION: It ranges from 2.300 to 3.609 meters above sea level. The temperature ranges from 5º to 28ºC.

IMPORTANT: The Riobamba station offers free and safe parking.

INQUIRE MORE HERE

Call or text us via Whatsapp for a free quoute : +593 96 936 1777

Tren del Hielo II (08:00 - 16:45

Click here to read

TIME	TOUR ACTIVITIES	MODALITY
07:30	Check in Amabato Train Station	TRAIN
08:00	Board the coach train
08:45	First Stop: Cevallos (restrooms)
09:45	Arrive at Urbina Train Station
09:50	Breakfast at Train Café (ticket for USD1.00 consumption)
10:20	Guided visit to Train Handicraft Plaza and Ice Interpretation Center
11:00	Board coach train and depart for Cevallos
12:00	Arrive Cevallos: activities, briefing and guided walk to restaurant	WALKING
12:30	Lunch (not included in ticket price)
13:30	Guided visit to leather and shoe factory in Cevallos
14:40	Free time to visit and make any purchases
15:30	Return to station, handicrafts, jams and farewell dance
16:00	Board train and head back to Ambato Train Station	TRAIN
17:00	Arrive at Ambato Station. End of tour	TRAIN

Please be aware that the prices vary consistently due to promotions, so in order to GET THE BEST PRICE for the dates you desire please fill out the request form below. After doing so, we will send you the absolute best prices for the dates that you indicate.