Riding the rails from Riobamba over the Devil’s Nose (La Nariz del Diablo) is extremely popular with tourists and, increasingly, with Ecuadorean families. It makes a great day trip, the views are lovely, especially between Riobamba and Alausi. As you climb aboard for the Devil’s Nose, consider the rich history of the train you are about to ride. What is today an exhilarating tourist excursion was once the country’s pride and joy, and its construction was an internationally acclaimed achievement.

Tours Unlimited is a leading company offering personalized service to international tourists. For 15 years, it has contributed to the development and promotion of all Ecuador’s four regions. We invite you to come and enjoy Cotopaxi, 8 out of 10 of our clients and visitors has given an “excellent” rating to our tours dedicated to discover Cotopaxi and its surroundings.

We will offer a punctual, courteous and professional service adjusted to your individual needs with the objective of showing the magic of Ecuador in a safe, fun and responsible way. All of our guides are bilingual fully prepared to give you the most complete information about the local culture, history and geography; 9 out of 10 of our clients and visitors has given an “excellent” rating to our guides. If you don’t believe us, check out some of our clients’ testimonials:

“Really enjoyed our day trip to Cotopaxi. Guide was very informative and made us very welcome. Beautiful countryside!” Dermot Geochecan, USA

“Excellent tour guide. Very willing to stop for pictures, shopping. Rodrigo spoke English fluently. Very informative and interesting! We highly recommend this tour.” Terry Kuczeruk, USA

“We really enjoyed the trip to Cotopaxi. The driver and guide were very professional, polite and helpful. The service was magnificent and we will refer our friends. Great service! Thank you Andrew and Nicolas!!” Lisa Turner, USA

Itinerary

Departure from Quito through the "Avenue of the Volcanoes" admiring the beautiful Andean landscape.
Andean landscape. We will make a brief stop at the Cotopaxi National Park and then arrive to Riobamba where you will be accommodated in a typical hacienda of the region.

On the next day, after an early breakfast you will start your journey by train from Riobamba to the "Devil's Nose" a magnificent work incrusted in the Andes (about 7 hours of ride).

During the ride you will enjoy wonderful Andean landscapes with the Chimborazo volcano and the many small villages located along the way.

Return to Quito.

• - Bilingual guide English/Spanish
  (we also offer German and French speaking guides)
• - Transportation
• - Hotel accommodations
• - Meals
• - Ticket of train
• - Box Lunch

• - Tips
• - Entrance to the National Park of Cotopaxi
• - Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

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Riobamba is the capital of Chimborazo Province in central Ecuador, which is located at the Chambo River Valley of the Andes. It is 200 km (125 miles) south of Ecuador's capital Quito and located at 9,000 feet (2,700 m) on the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Lying at the center of the country, Riobamba is conveniently located at the crossroads between the highlands, the coast and the jungle. The city is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes, including Chimborazo, Sangay, and El Altar.