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Top 7 Popular Tours in Coastal Ecuador

By Bonnie Hamre, About.com

Many travelers zip through Guayaquil on their way to the Galapagos. Those who take the time to explore the city and southern coastal Ecuador might be pleasantly surprised. These suggestions from Viator include city tours, a visit to the Botanical Gardens and an all day excursion to the seaside resort of Salinas. The tours are also priced in EUR, GBP and AUS.

1. City Tour of Quayaquil

Discover Guayaquil! This tour of the city will take you to see all the must see places as well as some amazing surrounding scenery, tropical plants, wildlife and much, much more!

2. Guayaquil City Tour and Historical Park

Explore the city of Guayaquil and the intriguing buildings and surroundings. Also visit the Historical Park, spread across 3 sections it offers an insight into the flora and fauna of Ecuador including many extinct species, the traditions and customs of the Ecuadorian people and their history!

3. Excursion to Salinas Beach with Lunch

Get away form the city and take a tour to Salinas beach where you can chose to relax all day or for something a little more active, fish! See some amazing scenery and interesting wildlife, including the stunning Pink Flamingo, on this all day tour!

4. Visit to the Botanical Gardens of Guayaquil

Discover the natural side of Ecuador! See the local flora and fauna of this country in it's natural environment with this visit to the Botanical Gardens where you will get a chance to see a huge variety of birds and botanical species!

5. Guayaquil Arrival Transfer

Take the hassle out of arriving at an airport! By booking an airport to hotel transfer you are putting yourself in front of the queue! No waiting in taxi lines, no getting overcharged! Don't get stuck.

6. Guayaquil Departure Transfer

Book before you go to avoid wasting valuable holiday time while you're away! Arrange your transfer now to ensure you arrive at the airport on time with no fuss - leaving you with more relaxing time while you're away!

7. Salinas Beach Hotel to Guayaquil Hotel Transfer

Book this return sector to get you back to your Guayaquil hotel after your leisure stay and relaxation time on Salinas Beach! What better way to end your relaxing time than to have someone else do the driving for you!

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