Top Guayaquil Layover Tours

Guayaquil, Gateway to the Galapagos, is more than just a layover city. See for yourself during this layover roundtrip sightseeing tour to/from the airport. This whirl around Ecuador's most important port city is completely flexible depending on the length of your layover. Stop by a local market to haggle over Ecuadorian handicrafts, pick up some handmade chocolate, get an overview of the city from downtown sights, or simply grab a bite to eat. Whatever you decide, it beats hanging out in an airport!

Don't let time constraints keep you from seeing the best of Guayaquil—make the most of your stay in the city on a private tour that lets you customize your itinerary to suit your interests. You'll enjoy your guide's undivided attention as you travel between top landmarks including Parque Seminario (Parque de las Iguanas), Guayaquil Metropolitan Cathedral, and the riverside boardwalk.

Spend a day exploring the Isle of Silver, which is also known as a mini Galapagos, on this half-day, private tour from Guayaquil. Take a yacht trip to the island and enjoy short hiking trails that provide opportunities to see marine birds including blue-footed boobies, red-footed boobies, pelicans, frigate birds, and albatrosses. Snorkel around the island to enjoy coral reefs and marine life including colorful reef fish, sea turtles, manta rays, dolphins, and even sea lions.

Guayaquil is Ecuador’s largest city and it can be a challenge for first-time visitors to get their bearings. This 3-hour sightseeing tour offers the ideal introduction, visiting landmarks such as The Metropolitan Cathedral, Tower Morica, and Malecon 2000; exploring neighborhoods like Las Peñas and Santa Ana Hill; and strolling through Las Iguanas park. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.