Globe Trekker: Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands
Ecuador is the smallest of the Andean countries that stretch along the western coast of South America. Despite its size, Ecuador has an incredible landscape and climate, making it one of the world s greatest geographical wonders.  Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her travels in Quayaquil, before taking a train up into the Andes. After climbing the highest active volcano on earth, she heads north to the capital of Ecuador, Quito. Following a trek in the Amazon, she completes her trip with a visit to the magnificent Galapagos Islands.  Along the way: Fly into the Amazon on an old army plane.   Ride on the roof of a train.  Bathe in hot water from a volcano.   Romp with the sea lions on the Galapagos Islands.   Climb 18,000 icy feet up into the Andes.