Discover Quito and the Equator Your Way Custom Tour
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the captivating city of Quito on this engaging tour, where you’ll visit UNESCO-listed downtown highlights like the Basilica and the vibrant Main Square. Then, venture to the iconic Mitad del Mundo, stepping on the Equator at the Inti Nan Museum, and learn about Ecuador's diverse regions. Capture unforgettable memories as you discover the unique charm of Ecuador's capital! Please be advised that this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Participants must be able to independently enter and exit the vehicle.
Inclusions
What's included
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Entrance fees: Inti Nan and Basilica
- Private Transport
- Licensed Tour Guide / Driver
What's not
- Tips (Optional based on your experience)
- Lunch (Based on tour option selected)
Itinerary
We’ll begin with a convenient hotel pick-up before heading to Quito’s UNESCO-listed historic center. Our guide will lead you to some of the city's most remarkable landmarks, starting with the majestic Basilica of the National Vow. Stroll down charming colonial streets to the main square, where you’ll see the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, and the Bishop’s Palace. Then, visit the stunning La Compañía Church, a true jewel of Latin America, and conclude with the vibrant atmosphere of San Francisco Plaza—a can’t-miss stop on this unforgettable journey.
Next, we’ll head to *El Panecillo*, one of Quito’s best viewpoints. From this iconic hilltop, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the city’s historic center with its beautiful churches and colonial architecture, as well as the surrounding mountains. On clear days, you may even catch sight of the magnificent Cotopaxi or Pichincha volcanoes—adding an unforgettable touch to your tour.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit the fascinating Intiñan Museum at Mitad del Mundo, a must-see when visiting Quito. Located on the actual Equator line, this museum blends culture and science with interactive exhibits that celebrate Ecuador's four diverse regions. Here, you’ll learn about traditional Amazonian tribes, and the ancient uses of the Equator, and take part in fun experiments, like balancing an egg on a nail or observing the Coriolis effect. Capture memorable photos as you stand with one foot in each hemisphere before we return to the hotel.
After a day filled with adventure and exploration, our tour guide will ensure a comfortable journey back to your hotel in Quito.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Quito
- Its from-price is 24% below the median of the 338 day trips we list in Quito.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Quito
Quito, Ecuador's high Andean capital, has one of the best-preserved colonial centres in Latin America, ringed by volcanoes and green mountains.
The historic centre was among the very first places named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its churches, plazas and monasteries are spectacular. La Compañía de Jesús glows with gold leaf inside, the Basilica del Voto Nacional has gargoyles shaped like Ecuadorian animals, and Plaza Grande is surrounded by the cathedral and the presidential palace.
Top-ranked sights in Quito: Cotopaxi National Park, Basilica of the National Vow (La Basílica del Voto Nacional), Independence Plaza (Plaza de la Independencia).
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