Steam in Ecuador 2015 - The Guayaquil & Quito Railroad
A video report of a tour of Ecuador, using the train each time this was possible. All the existing railways in Ecuador were used, even though this video is limited to the legendary Guayaquil & Quito railroad, the railroad in the sky. A tour by Railway Touring company.
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The train line through Ecuador is considered one of the most spectacular train lines in South America. A train journey of discovery.
The Trans-Andean railroad takes in the infamous Nariz del Diablo, or Devil’s Nose, a mountain with almost perpendicular walls. To overcome this obstacle, the train zigzags to ascend 500 meters in less than 12 kilometers. With steep ascents and descents, it’s no ride for the faint-hearted! The main line along the country’s Andean spine links the coastal city of Guayaquil with the capital Quito. It was finished in 1908, but was mostly shut down after a series of weather-related disasters destroyed much of the Ecuadorian rail network in the 1990s. After extensive restoration, a new cross-Andean service was opened in 2013, following the original narrow-gauge line. It’s 450 kilometers long and runs from the Pacific coast up to the Andean highlands. On its cross-country journey, the train is accompanied by guards on motorcycles who, in the absence of railway gates, stop traffic at every level crossing along the way to let the train pass. The Tren Crucero, - or cruise train- is the centerpiece of Ecuador’s rejuvenated railway. A revamped luxury steam train, it runs once a fortnight and has room for 54 passengers. The most exhilarating stretch of the ride begins deep down in the gorge of the River Chanchán. The train zigzags up the Nariz del Diablo - the Devil's Nose - in a series of dizzying switchbacks in which the tracks almost seem to lie on top of each other. Join the reporters for the ride of a lifetime, as the train journeys on to Urbina, the highest station at 3,609 meters above sea level, and along the so-called Avenue of Volcanoes, to the Cotopaxi National Park and onwards to Quito, the world's highest capital.
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Tren Ecuador | A train journey from the Andes to the Pacific
Tren Ecuador is the luxury train travelling from Quito to Guayaquil. Over the Andes to the Pacific including steam travel, beautiful haciendas and rocky mountain passes.
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Part 1 - Travel Vlog
Guayaquil & Quito Railway 2014 Part 1
The 965km Guayaquil & Quito Railway in Ecuador runs from the town of Guayaquil (Duran) at sea level, into the Andean foothills, across the Devils Nose zig-zag and a summit at Urbina (3616m) to Quito, 2850m above sea level. After years of neglect the line was re-opened in 2013. At the time of my visit steam traction had returned to some sections but the remainder used diesel locomotives. Currently the line is only used by tourist trains with no regular passenger of freight services.
Tren Crucero, Tren Ecuador's Luxury Train from Quito to Guayaquil - Devil's Nose & 2 Steam Engines
Tren Crucero is the luxury passenger train service from Tren Ecuador and travels through the Andes, past the volcanoes and down to the lowlands between Quito and Guayaquil. Highlights of the route and included in this video are the famous Devil's Nose where the line descends more than 1,600 feet (500 m) in under 8 miles (12 km) between the towns of Alausí and Sibambe. There are also two sections where the train is pulled by historic steam locomotives.
The train goes from Quito, Cotapaxi National Park, Latacunga, Ambato, Riobamba, Balbanera Church in Colta, Chimborazo volcano, , Alausí, the Devil's Nose, Sibambe to Guayaquil (Duran) and vica versa.
Tren Crucero - Eine Zugreise durch Ecuador | (Quito - Guayaquil)
Szenen einer romantischen Bahnreise von Quito im Hochland der Anden bis hinab ins tropische Guayaquil am Pazifik. Die Fahrt auf der Schmalspurbahn geht durch den Nebelwald am Fuße des Cotopaxi hinauf nach Urbino am schneebedeckten Vulkan Chimborazo dem höchsten Berg Ecuadors; und weiter durch fruchtbare Täler und Hochebenen rund um Riobamba über den Markt von Guamote zur berühmten Teufelsnase die mit Spitzkehren überwunden wird. Den Abschluss bildet die Dampfzugfahrt durchs üppig grüne Tiefland mit Reisfeldern und Zuckerrohr und Kakaoplantagen bis kurz vor Guayaquil.
Tren Crucero and the Devil's Nose - Exploring La Sierra in Ecuador (Vlog 03)
We embark on a train journey from Riobamba to Bucay where we drive the breathtaking train route along the Devil's nose with the Tren Crucero after our exploration of the huge markets in Guamote.
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On the 3rd day of our trip through the Andes in Ecuador one of the most picturesque train rides of Ecuador is awaiting us - we board the very luxurious Tren Crucero (which runs from Quito to Guayaquil) in Riobamba to enjoy a breathtaking journey.
Before we get to drive along volcano crater we are stopping in Guamote to visit one of the largest indigenous markets in South America. Afterwards we are boarding the train again for a great ride along the volcano Bola de Oro to Alausi.
During the last stretch of the route we are descending along the Devil's Nose down to the jungle in Bucay.
As part of Team Germany aka #TeamDe I'm exploring the Andes region in Ecuador (La Sierra) within the Feel Again Project. In this project 18 artists from 4 different countries are exploring the 4 different regions of Ecuador.
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Three hour bus tour of Quito, Ecuador. Highly recommended if you ever get to Quito!
Guayaquil & Quito Railway 2014 Part 3
Continuing the journey on the G&Q up to the Devil’s Nose. At the Devil’s Nose trains are seen from the opposite hill negotiating the spectacular switchback. This is followed by scenes shot from the train climbing the Devil’s Nose, then continuing on towards Alausi.
Tren de los Volcanes en Quito Ecuador
Hoy te mostramos la experiencia y recorrido de este paseo turístico que nos ofrece Ecuador, un recorrido que comienza desde la estación Eloy Alfaro de Chimbacalle, y termina en el boliche, el recorrido cuenta con tres paradas incluyendo Machachi y el tambillo.
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A Walking Tour of Beautiful QUITO, Ecuador
Exploring the beautiful and historic city of Quito, the capital of Ecuador.
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A Walking Tour of Beautiful QUITO, Ecuador
El Tren Ecuador: un recorrido lleno de color y belleza natural
El sistema y estructura ferroviaria del Ecuador realizada por el Gobierno es una obra fundamental de rehabilitación y rescate de un patrimonio histórico que fue abandonado durante décadas.
En 2008 el Estado declaró patrimonio cultural a la red ferroviaria y anunció una millonaria inversión para rehabilitar el tren que hace más de 100 años enlazó por primera vez la Sierra y la Costa.
Viajar en el tren es una aventura turística y una experiencia única que ofrece la posibilidad de disfrutar de espectaculares paisajes tanto de los Andes como del litoral en un recorrido por parte de la historia y la construcción económica, política y social del país.
Los diferentes recorridos férreos generan un notable impacto en la reducción de pobreza en comunidades locales y la inclusión económica de grupos desfavorecidos con los recorridos turísticos que se realizan.
La ruta Tren de la Libertad que va desde Otavalo hasta Ibarra es uno de los ocho destinos turísticos que recorre hermosos paisajes imbabureños como cascadas, cañaverales, sectores productivos.
La rehabilitación de su vía de 30 km, y de las estaciones de Ibarra y Salinas, se cumplió durante el 2011 y el 18 de enero de 2012 se reinauguró la ruta que ya ha superado a los 100 mil pasajeros.
El Tren Ecuador lidera el grupo de 12 trenes del mundo que evocan el esplendor del pasado y por su gestión, rehabilitación, recorridos ha logrado importantes premios y reconocimientos internacionales.
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OzTV - Quito, Ecuador April 14, 2011
OzTV caught up with Ozzy and the guys at their tour stop in Quito, Ecuador on April 14, 2011
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Ecuador's luxury Tren Crucero, June 2014
This video is aimed at rail enthusiasts and shows railway aspects of the 4 day, 3 night Tren Crucero (train cruise) from Quito to Guayaquil, Ecuador. The journey was one of the best travel experiences we have ever had. The train is brand new. The coaches are very comfortable, the service impeccable, the routing is through amazing vistas, viewing Ecuador's volcanoes, beautiful small towns, children waving excitedly as you go by, hard working people in traditional dress tending the fields, dogs racing after the train, cows, pigs,and llamas grazing near the tracks. All are things you do not see on the regular tourist trail. You do not sleep on the train but in lovely haciendas, each different and offering quaint rooms with baths and good food. Lunch is at other haciendas or catered by the villages and places that you pass. All food and most drinks are included in the price. The tour guides were knowledgeable about the train, people, and countryside. They were friendly, personable, switching from Spanish to English easily, and helpful. At two places the diesel locomotives are switched for different restored steam locomotives, which makes the whole train cruise even more special. We had a great holiday in Ecuador and met an interesting group of international visitors. Do not miss Tren Ecuador! We travelled to Ecuador with Sunvil Traveller in the UK. sunvil.co.uk
Please pass on this link. Further videos will be posted showing more of the scenery and excursions on the Tren Crucero, plus Mashpi Lodge in the Cloud Forest.
Crazy Train - Ozzy Osbourne Live Quito, Ecuador April 14th 2011
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Ecuador - from Quito to the beach (Travel Video)
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