Top Quito Day Trips

Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Birdwatching, Birds & Nature

5 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE

6 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on an exclusive full-day private adventure from Quito to discover the majestic Antisana National Park. Enjoy a fully customized experience, where your expert guide and itinerary adapt to your interests, ensuring your journey prioritizes your preferences. Witness the powerful Andean Condor in its natural habitat, explore stunning volcanic landscapes on light walks to appreciate the area's magnitude, and admire the glacier-fed lagoons formed by the melting snow of Antisana. Please note: For groups of up to 5 travelers, an expert Driver-Guide will accompany you, serving as both your driver and guide. For groups of 6 or more, a dedicated driver and a separate professional guide will be provided to enhance your experience.

FullDay - Antisana Private Nature & Wildlife Day Trip

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

See condors and other wildlife in their natural habitat. This private day trip with transit from Quito brings you to Reserva Chakana, where you’ll see incredible Andean condor, hummingbirds, and dozens of other bird species, and possibly the Andean Spectacled Bear. Hike and explore the preserve, visiting a beautiful lagoon and enjoying volcano views. Stop for lunch at Tambo Condor (cost not included), with a condor nest viewpoint, before returning to your hotel.

Antisana Condor Sanctuary & Hummingbird Observatory day trip

Antisana Condor Sanctuary & Hummingbird Observatory day trip

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with our Full-Day Quilotoa Tour, with expert guides and off-the-beaten-path exploration that redefines your travel experience. Discover the stunning Quilotoa Crater Lake while savoring the beauty of the Andean landscape, connecting with indigenous communities, and enjoying a delicious Ecuadorian lunch. We prioritize sustainability and respect for nature, while providing comfortable transportation and creating unforgettable memories. This tour promises a unique combination of adventure, culture and natural wonders that sets it apart from the rest. Reserve your seat today and make your travel dreams come true in the heart of the Ecuadorian Andes!

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-day Quilotoa

Roses & Horseback Riding (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

This full-day private adventure from Quito to Banos includes whitewater rafting, waterfall hikes, a visit to the Amazon jungle and a cable car ride across the Pastaza River. Start early from your hotel to reach the Class 3 rapids and join a group to shoot the chutes. Float between national parks to arrive at the “Avenue of the Waterfalls” where lunch and a hike down into the Ecuadorian Amazon basin awaits. Ride a 500m cable car over a roaring river before heading back to your hotel.

White Water River Rafting Day Trip from Quito

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

For an unparalleled nature experience, take a day tour to Antisana Volcano. After morning pickup from your hotel, you’ll set off to hike along the Andean slopes with your private guide. Along the way, you’ll spot exciting species like carunculated caracara puma, and the noteworthy Andean condor. Explore the flora and fauna at your own pace. You’ll dine at a local restaurant for lunch, before being returned to your lodgings.

Antisana and Condors Watching Day Trip

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Otavalo and Cotacachi Day Trip from Quito

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Mindo, just two hours from Quito, is a biodiverse cloud forest home to hundreds of bird and butterfly species. This full-day private tour includes a butterfly garden visit, a chocolate factory tour, and a cable car ride to waterfalls. Entrance fees and the cable car ride are not included. Enjoy personalized service with a private driver and guide, plus round-trip transport from your Quito hotel.

Mindo Cloud Forest tour from Quito:waterfalls hummingbirds and +

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Weary travelers seeking a nature escape from the hustle and bustle of Quito should look no further than Mindo. Well off the gringo trail, Mindo is just a two-hour drive from the city and is the perfect place to get in touch with nature. The area is known for its abundance of birds, plants, and butterflies, and also for its cocoa industry - so, on this tour, you can combine natural beauty with learning how to make chocolate. Getting to Mindo independently can be a hassle though, so having a guide join you makes this tour a straightforward option.

Experience real contact with nature at the best places for hummingbirds and birdwatching

Let's go to Mindo cloudforest! Private Tour.

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Otavalo Indigenous Market & Peguche Waterfall

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Papallacta Thermals Pools Private Day Trip from Quito

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Prívate birding tour in Mindo Cloud-Forest + Mitad del mundo

Volcanoes and roses? If possible! In a full day private tour from Quito we can visit the lower part of the Cotopaxi National Park, enter its interpretation center, have lunch (not included) in one of the oldest and most historic haciendas in Ecuador, and finally visit a plantation. to know the planting and cultivation process of one of our main export products such as the Ecuadorian Rose.

Private Tour from Quito to Cotopaxi Volcano + Rose Plantation

Quito has plenty to discover beyond its historic center, but exploring its spread-out attractions independently takes time and planning. Make sightseeing easier with this private tour, which includes transportation and a guide to show you around. Discover historic landmarks such as the Basilica del Voto Nacional, ride a cable car for panoramic views, and visit the Middle of the World to learn about the equator.

Quito full day: Cable car, Old town & Middle of the World

Quito full day: Cable car, Old town & Middle of the World

Private Day Tour Mindo Cloud Forest and Chocolate Factory

Get a sense of the architecture, history, and culture of Quito during this private tour visiting the city’s top sights. Start with an exploration of the historic city center of this Ecuadorian capital, visiting its main Basilica, Independence Plaza, and many more colonial-era sites. Then take a trip aboard the Teleférico to a peak more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above the city for sublime views, finishing your day at ‘Mitad del Mundo,’ a monument marking where the earth’s equator splits the world into north and south.

Personalized Quito City Tour with Teleférico and Mitad del Mundo

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Mindo Cloud Forest

Take a break from Quito’s bustling streets and spend time out in the Ecuadorian Andes when you embark on this hiking tour to the Quilotoa Lagoon. Alongside a private guide, hike to the water-filled crater lake formed by the most western volcano in the country. This all-inclusive tour takes care of everything: transport, a bilingual guide, lunch, and the flexibility to hike at your own pace.

Private Quilotoa Lagoon Day Tour from Quito

Private Quilotoa Lagoon Day Tour from Quito

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend a day away from the city and immerse yourself in nature on this private tour from Quito. Head to the Mindo Cloud Forest, a biodiverse region on the end of the western Andes Mountains, and admire the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Then, choose from an array of optional activities like ziplining, tubing, and a chocolate tour, or simply enjoy a hike through the jungle. Round-trip transit helps make this experience seamless.

Mindo Tour: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Waterfall & Cable Car

Mindo Tour: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Waterfall & Cable Car

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a sampling of the natural, cultural, and historical sights found around Quito during this full-day private tour. Explore Quito’s historic city center by visiting several churches and colonial-era buildings. After lunch, experience life on both sides of the earth’s equator at the Middle of the World monument before finishing your day with the amazing landscapes of the Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve. Your comprehensive Quito trip also includes a guide, some site entrance fees, and an optional private tour upgrade.

Private Quito City Tour+Teleferico+Mitad del Mundo with entrances

Private Quito City Tour+Teleferico+Mitad del Mundo with entrances

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the world-famous Andes on a private tour to Cotopaxi National Park. After pickup from your Quito accommodation, enjoy the scenic drive through the mountains. Without the stress of a large group and with your guide for company, you’re free to hike at your own pace at the park. Highlights include Limpiopungo Lake, the park's museum, and Jose Ribas Refuge (weather permitting).

Cotopaxi Volcano (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

Cotopaxi Volcano (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

The hummingbird is a tiny and elusive bird that can be difficult to spot in the wild. Embark on a private birdwatching tour from Quito and set out in search of up to 15 different hummingbird species in the tropical Andean ecosystem. Visit three reserves that are all at different altitudes in search of the birds. Your guide provides information about the species, natural history, and photography for a comprehensive experience.

HUMMINGBIRD EXPEDITION - Searching for the cloud forest jewels.

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Otavalo Tour from Quito Visiting Cayambe, Indigenous Market

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What are people saying about Quito

christinw737, Nov 2026

A great day in the north!

I had a super day at the Otavalo Market. The pickup was directly at my hotel with a clean minibus. The activities along the way were interesting and brought the culture of the north closer. Ivan (driver) and Irene (guide) were my absolute highlight, though! They brought us safely to our destination. Irene explains with passion and a lot of wit how beautiful Ecuador is and gave us important information and tips! Once we arrived at the market, we had enough time to stroll and shop. Irene also helped us with negotiations when needed. Many, many thanks @Irene and Ivan. It was a great excursion that I would recommend at any time. :)

Full Day City tour of Quito -All main attractions WITH ADMISSIONS

Glenn_L, Oct 2026

Private tour with Jorge Sandoval

We had an excellent private tour with Jorge Sandoval, who tailored our tour and experience to exactly what we wanted. He was a very good communicator and gave us great insights not only to what we were seeing, but all of our other questions about Quito. He accommodated the pace that we wanted to set. He also gave us a briefing of Ecuador outside of Quito, which was interesting. An altogether excellent experience.

Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

784adrianai, Oct 2026

Punctual, safe, and fun tour

It is worth every dollar you pay. Irene is a great guide, you can tell how she loves her job; she makes the tour very enjoyable, she teaches you about her country and culture, she is very patient and kind during the climb. We felt very safe and comfortable during the entire tour.

Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds, Nature

Chris_M, Oct 2026

A little taste of nature.

Isra/Israel was a perfect guide. He suggested various activities and you got to choose what you wanted. We had a very relaxed day which suited our needs and we got to see some wonderful bird life. Feeding the humming birds was magical. It was a delight to watch them interact with us. Isra really wanted the best for us, to see all the possible birds we could. He was lovely to chat with, very laid back but very knowledgable. 10/10 Thank-you Israel for making our day so special.

Cotopaxi Tour from Quito-NO TOURISTY WAY/Horseback or Hike option

barbararQ9039XD, Oct 2026

A friendly and beautiful tour

It was a great experience, you can tell that the guide Paulina has many years of experience and loves what she does. She is a very warm person and the attention we received from the agency's message days before was very attentive. We learned a lot of things, they offered to take photos of us, they were very patient, and Paulina went at a perfect pace to climb to the first refuge safely. We were lucky that the volcano cleared up for a while. Everything is beautiful!! 100% recommend

Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour

Todd_B, Oct 2026

Loved the Mondo cloud forest tour!!

We loved this tour! We toured the Mindo cloud forest and stopped at a hummingbird sanctuary. Out guide (Andres) was very knowledgeable and friendly. We particularly enjoyed the hummingbirds, 100s of them flying around with their metallic feathers glistening in the sunlight. Such a great experience and a wonderful introduction to Ecuador’s diverse natural world!

Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities

Global52518755453, Oct 2026

A superb discovery of Baños!

Very beautiful experience in Baños! The day was filled with interesting facts and surprising anecdotes, with magnificent places to discover and delicious dishes to taste. A big thank you to Irene, our guide, for her kindness, her good humor, and her infectious energy. She made this excursion even more pleasant thanks to her jovial attitude and her fascinating explanations. I highly recommend this experience!

Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Quito with Entrance Fees daily

Global52518755453, Oct 2026

A magnificent experience at Quilotoa!

Excellent experience! I really liked the activities, the great energy of the group, and especially the company of our guide Jorge. His explanations and advice made this excursion even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to discover the Quilotoa lagoon in a friendly atmosphere!

Full-Day Tour Cotopaxi National Park - All included from Quito

Marie_G, Oct 2026

100% must do!

Jorge and Jonathan were amazing on this tour. I am so grateful I was able to get in booking this so last minute (within about 12 hours of the start time of the tour). Communication was great and they picked me up when they said they would pick me up. You can tell Jorge loves his job and wanted to ensure we all had a great time....and we did. The hike up was very challenging. I feel like I am a pretty active person and this was even challenging for me. The constant encouragement from Jorge made the difference! He was also very mindful of checking in with us regularly to make sure we were feeling ok (altitude adjustment, etc). Jonathan navigating the streets in Quito plus the drive up to the parking lot of the start of the hike was impressive. He's truly a skilled driver! I would highly recommend trying this tour. We had a great time! Restaurant for lunch was great too. Great view and food for a very low price. It's an experience and views I will never forget! It was a nice way to end the day!

Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus

Larry_G, Jul 2026

Great views!

Very good tour and well worth the price. We started with the 1:00 pm bus, and probably would have preferred an earlier start. We only got off at the Mercado, the Basilica, and Panecillo. We spent much more time at the Basilica than we had expected. It was awesome! Make sure you go around to the front and take the tour up the towers. Spectacular views! On the ride up to Panecillo sit on the left side of the bus and you'll get great views.