Banos, situated between the river Pastaza and the recently active Tungurahua Volcano, is famous for its relaxing hot springs, comfortable year-round climate and surrounding lush valleys. Include Banos in your holiday in Ecuador and enjoy excellent mountain biking, trekking and riding opportunities abound.

Riobamba, just south of Banos, marks the start of the spectacular 'Devils Nose' train trip, an extraordinary engineering masterpiece that is possibly the most dramatic train journey in the world.