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This journey is certain to surpass your expectations. Our tour commences with a journey from the city of Quito to the lush lowlands of the tropical rainforest (1148 feet / 350 meters). We then ascend to elevations ranging from (5577 to 8202 feet / 1700 to 2500 meters) to acclimate to the Andes in the charming city of Baños de Agua Santa. Finally, after completing the acclimatization process, we cap off our adventure with the ascent to the towering, active Cotopaxi Volcano, standing at (16076 feet / 4900 meters)

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Enjoy a full day excursion from Quito at Ecuador’s Cloud Forest.  Private transportation takes you and your guide to Mindo. You have the freedom to choose from a number of activities including a zip-line course or a leisurely hike around the waterfalls.  Customization continues with the option to visit a chocolate factory or immerse yourself at butterfly and hummingbird farms, before being transported back to Quito.

Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Cotopaxi National Park without having to arrange transport and activities yourself on a private tour that reveals the best of the sprawling park. Relish the freedom and flexibility to tailor your itinerary as you enjoy undivided attention from your guide and keep your eyes peeled for Andean condors.

It’s easy to get disoriented in Quito, which contains South America’s largest and least-altered historical center. Let a private guide lead you on a half-day sightseeing tour of significant landmarks, including World Heritage–listed colonial churches and squares. Travel in the safety of a private vehicle to El Panecillo, a hill overlooking the city where a winged statue of the Virgin of Quito stands.

Experience Quito like a local on this private, tailor-made walking tour. Enjoy the freedom to choose only the attractions that capture your interest, as you wander through the historic landmarks of Quito Old Town. With the option to share your specific interests ahead of time, your guide can craft the ideal itinerary, ensuring a personalized exploration of Ecuador's capital.

Discover why Quito was the first city to be declared a World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in the heart of America’s largest historic center, leave behind conventional routes we will take you through hidden passages, murals full of meaning and gastronomic corners where local culture comes to life. A relaxed walk for those looking to connect with the true identity of the city. From the majesty of Baroque art in its churches to the best-kept secrets of traditional cuisine.

Discover Quito beyond the typical walking tours on a private experience that blends culture, history, and authentic local flavors. Instead of just visiting landmarks, you’ll connect with the city through hidden gems, traditional sweets, and Ecuadorian chocolate. With a personalized pace and expert local guide, you’ll explore the Historic Center in a more meaningful way—uncovering stories, traditions, and places that most visitors miss. This is not just a tour, it’s a deeper, more authentic way to experience the real heartbeat of Quito.

Cover more of Quito’s top attractions in less time on a bike tour that helps you navigate the city’s UNESCO-listed cultural center with ease. Pedal at your own pace in a private group, and stop regularly to learn about local culture and history that you’re unlikely to get in the guide book.

This private sightseeing tour offers transport and a personalized introduction to Otavalo, Ecuador’s most popular indigenous market. The market town is bustling any day of the week, with the most activity on Saturdays. Shop for handicrafts and textiles with a guide to lead the way and help you find the best bargains.

We are specialized tour guides, we have also our private car to make all the tour, it is a new car. We also, have bike and skates for renta if you want to make the tour in another transport. We will adapt to your preferences, we have walking, biking and skating tours with all the equipment.

On our 1-day tour of El Cotopaxi, the largest active volcano in Ecuador and the world. We have the perfect mix between nature and adventure, combining 3 main activities: - Starting with the walk to the José Rivas shelter. - When we get down from the refuge we will go downhill by bicycle (optional but very fun activity) from the upper part of the volcano to the lower part of the park. - Finally, making a stop at Limpiopungo Lagoon, famous for reflecting the area's mountains in its crystalline waters. With its majestic snow-capped summit and imposing presence, it attracts mountaineers and nature lovers alike.

Walking among roses is to be in paradise, the best roses in the world are being produced in Ecuador. The Otavalo market and its colors will complement the experience on this tour

Discover the rich biodiversity of Ecuador’s Mindo Cloud Forest on this full-day tour from Quito. With a private guide, head to the forest where you can see several species of fauna and flora including hummingbirds, butterflies, orchids, bromeliads, ferns, and vines. If you’re limited on time and didn’t have a chance to visit the “Middle of the World,” a stop can be made on the way back to Quito.

Mindo is a town located at northwest of Quito, 2 hours driving. The cloud forest has an incredible diversity of avian fauna, particularly hummingbirds, as well as butterflies. This area of primary forest with an immense biodiversity also has some of the highest rates of plant endemism in the world: orchids, bromeliads, heliconias, ferns, vines, mosses and lichens grow in abundance here.

Experience the incredible geography and scenery of Ecuador during this full-day trip covering Pululahua National Park and the country’s ‘Middle of the World’ equator monument. Start your excursion by straddling both the north and south hemispheres at the ‘Mitad del Mundo’ site marking the earth’s equator. Then head to Pululahua, a geo-botanical reserve inside a dormant volcano where you can observe more than 50 species of exotic plants and more than 20 different types of animals. This trip also covers a guide, activities, entrance fees, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional lunch.

Embark on a journey down Ecuador’s “Avenue of the Volcanoes” during this full-day excursion from Quito. Join a small group and head towards the Quilotoa volcanic crater lake. Along the way, visit the small town of Machachi, see the local market at Pujili, and learn about native cultures in Tigua. Your tour culminates with a visit to Quilotoa where you can walk down to the bottom of the crater.

This private Guayaquil tour is the ideal choice for travelers who want to get their bearings of the city. Rather than studying a map, enjoy the luxury of having a private guide to show you the city’s best spots—including Parque Seminario (known for its iguanas), the Metropolitan Cathedral of Guayaquil, and Las Penas. Best of all, as it’s a private tour just for your personal group, the itinerary can be customized.

Explore the capital of Ecuador and visit the “Middle of the World” on a private tour of Quito. Roam the streets of the old city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history of the old Spanish colony. Then head to the Equator Museum to see the “middle of the world” and conclude the day with a ride on Quito’s cable car.

Get your Quito vacation off to the best start on a city tour and Equator line experience package that gives you a unique take on the capital’s rich culture and history. You’ll navigate between the main sights with ease, without having to worry about constantly checking maps, and get the inside scoop on the city.

Experience the rugged peaks of the Ecuadorian Andes and the biodiverse landscapes of the Amazon Rainforest on this epic 5-day circuit from Quito. Enjoy hiking in the Cotopaxi National Park, admire the waterfalls of Baños de Agua Santa, then spend three days in the Amazon rainforest. Along with jungle hikes and a canoe cruise, you’ll get to meet local indigenous communities and enjoy incredible wildlife sightings.

Our Bike adventure begins from your hotel in Quito to the Nono Parish, where we will begin our bike tour of 57 kilometers to Mindo. we leave Nono to Tandayapa these 25 kilometers, for beginners; downhill is the transition from the mountain to the Cloud Forest. In Tandayapa we will make a brief stop to eat something and hydrate ourselves. From Tandayapa to bellavista it is a section of 8 kilometers, this part of the route is ascent by bicycle. But do not panic! Our broom bus will pick you up if you are tired and you will be able to enjoy the landscape and then this section ends, at any time you decide you can return to your bike. In bellavista the descent begins again passing through San Tadeo and finally we reach the asphalt until we reach Mindo 10 minutes by bicycle is the river, where you can cool off in the Rio de Mindo Then we return to eat something in Mindo and return to Quito. We will arrive in Quito at approximately 6:00 p.m. It's a whole day of adrenaline and adventure.

Admire Quito from two panoramic perspectives on a day trip to the Rua Pichincha volcano and the Teleférico Quito, a cable car that whisks you high above sea level. Explore at your own pace on this private tour, which promises the undivided attention of your guide and the chance to take comfort breaks whenever you need.

Start the journey into Ecuador’s cloud forest for an immersive birdwatching experience. Visit two renowned reserves where you’ll observe colorful tanagers, tampitas, hummingbirds, toucans, and a variety of wildlife—including agoutis and squirrels—up close, making it perfect for photography without specialized gear. The highlight is witnessing the dramatic courtship display of the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, as vibrant males dance and call in a forest lek to attract females. This tour offers a rare and unforgettable opportunity to experience the rich biodiversity and natural beauty of one of South America’s top birding destinations.