Ecuador is not a list of places. It is a network of stories.

Welcome to a land of endless discoveries, a green paradise where spring-like weather charms you all year round. From the enchanted Galápagos Islands to snow-capped volcanoes, flower-filled gardens, cascading waterfalls, colonial cities and little villages tucked away in the Andes, Ecuador truly has it all.

Inca Holidays is a proudly Ecuadorian-owned company with over 24 years of experience in tourism. We know Ecuador’s four regions like the back of our hand, from its well-loved landmarks to the hidden corners few travelers ever reach. Every trip we design is meant to immerse you in our culture, nature and gastronomy, while supporting local communities in an organized and responsible way.

We are also the owners of Villa Doris, set in the Andean cloud forest, in the village of Nono. It is one of Ecuador’s best-kept secrets, a place where you can truly feel the soul of our country and enjoy nature-oriented activities.

Whether you travel solo, as a couple, with family or in a small group, we create personalized journeys for those who love nature, culture, photography, birding and hiking. After all these years, we are as passionate as ever about sharing our country with the world.

Our Values

Loyalty: We are reliable and trustworthy in all our business relationships

Responsibility: We are committed to our work and to the needs of our travelers, partners and communities. We constantly improve the quality of our services and inspire others to do the same.

Respect: We respect cultural and human diversity, as well as every ecosystem we visit during our tours. We believe sustainable tourism can improve the lives of everyone involved.

We choose destinations where communities, nature and responsible travel go hand in hand, and we try to leave every place a little better than we found it. Here is what that looks like in practice.

Investing where we operate

Inca Holidays invests in the communities it works with. We partner with community-based projects that offer local stays, we hire local guides, offer cultural tours and food experiences.

Community experiences

We work with a few community-based projects that offer local stays, ecotourism, cultural tours and food experiences. Travelers pay a fair price, and the community earns additional income.

Growing native forest

At Villa Doris we have planted a garden of native tree species, and we encourage and take part in reforestation projects with Alambi Raíces Nativas and Voyages de Rêve.

Respect

Our guides share the culture and traditions of each place, encourage buying local crafts and taking all rubbish with us.

Low energy, low noise

All lighting at Villa Doris is LED to reduce energy use. We also keep noise to a minimum: no parties and no loud music, to protect the peace of our guests and the wildlife.

Gentler cleaning

We use biodegradable products made with plant-based oils instead of chlorine bleach and petrochemicals, safer for guests, staff and nature.

Refill, don’t buy

Filtered water dispensers and complimentary refillable bottles mean no single-use plastic bottles for our guests.

Furniture with a second life

Much of Villa Doris’s charm comes from antiques, refurbished pieces and furniture made from recycled materials.

From producers to your plate

At Villa Doris, our menus are built around organic, seasonal ingredients from nearby producers, so every dish tastes of the place. We also plan our meals carefully to keep food waste to a minimum.