Alausí Vacations

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Alausi is a small town perched at an altitude of 2,600 metres and located around 120 kilometres from Riobamba. The mountains all around the town create a perfect setting and offer a wonderful environment for hiking.

Visit Alausí

Nature, Adventure & Sport
Mountain
Hiking / Trekking

Alausí: How to get there?

50 kilometres from Riobamba by car

Alausí: When to go?

All year round

Alausí: For how long?

Half a day

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Alausí: What to see in the surroundings?

What our travelers think about their stay

David Debrincat

Seasoned Traveller

Alausi is a small town perched at an altitude of 2,600 metres and located around 120 kilometres from Riobamba. The mountains all around the town create a perfect setting and offer a wonderful environment for hiking.

My suggestion

There really isn't anything to do in Alausí, yet tourists come here in large numbers. The one thing of interest, and the thing everyone wants to do, is the train trip to Nariz del Diablo, It's absolutely essential to book your tickets in advance.

Julie Olagnol

Seasoned Traveller

Alausi is currently the station where the most difficult train in the world departs from, the one that goes to Nariz del Diablo.

My suggestion

When you're in Ecuador and it's time to purchase your tickets, consider getting a return to Alausi then continuing the rest of your journey from there.

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