Top Quito Sightseeing Tours in 2026

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Mindo Cloud Forest is a top destination for hiking and bird watching, and this private full-day tour from Quito lets you explore at your own pace. Discover the wild landscapes of the Ecuadorian Andes, visit the orchid and butterfly gardens, and spot rare and endangered birds on a thrilling forest hike. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

In the fleeting embrace of time, the vast tapestry of Ecuador unfolds before you. Picture this: a caldera, spanning a vast three kilometers, its birth a testament to nature's raw power, carved from the earth by a cataclysmic eruption some eight centuries ago. And then, the towering majesty of one of the planet's highest active volcanoes, standing as a sentinel of nature's fiery heart. As you find respite in the historic charm of Quito, remember, each stop on this journey is but a brief interlude, a mere 30 minutes. Yet, in that half-hour, vistas of unparalleled beauty unfurl, beckoning you to capture their essence in frames that will forever echo the spirit of Ecuador.

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.

Trade the busy streets of Quito for the tranquility of the Quilotoa Lagoon on this full-day tour. With a private guide, drive through the Avenue of Volcanoes and local villages, admiring the scenery along the way. After visiting an indigenous home to learn about the local customs, take a hike to the crater for stunning views of the lagoon.

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.

This tour will have you feeling like a true local. You will visit the market, cook Ecuadorian food, visit the Guayasamin Museum, shop till you drop at the Artisanal Market, visit the Panecillo Virgen Statue and have a wonderful dinner at Pims restaurant with the best views of Quito. You will be accompanied by Andres the owner of the company. Andres is a true local who loves showing his native town to travelers. It's truly an amazing tour and experience you can't miss!

Make the journey to Quilotoa Lake just as exciting as the destination on a private day trip from Quito. In addition to exploring the spectacular crater lake at your own pace, you’ll tick off Toachi Canyon and Tigua town, to deepen your perspective of Ecuador’s cultural and natural attractions.

Our full day trip is a wonderful way to get acquainted with the special environment of a cloud forest so close to Quito, just one hour and 50 minutes! You will enjoy our generous portions of international healthy food and national dishes, the fabulous view of the forest and mountains and our extensive network of safe and well-marked trails.

Discover the wildlife, nature, and flavors of Ecuador on a private full-day tour to the Mindo Cloudforest from Quito. There's something for everyone to enjoy with a visit to a hummingbird sanctuary, chocolate tasting, cable-car ride, and trek to a waterfall. Included lunch and transportation eliminates the guesswork of independently navigating in a foreign location. If you aren't interested in a particular activity, the itinerary can be customized to suit your personal desires.

Located in the heart of the Andes, Quilotoa Volcano is considered one of the most beautiful sights in the entire region; the blue-green color of the lagoon, the amazing view surrounded by mountains, and the rich culture of its local people, makes it the most magical place that you will ever visit. Join us in this perfect opportunity to get an adventure far from the city, in a special and unique site of Ecuador.

Explore Cotopaxi, one of Ecuador’s highest active volcanoes, without the risk of getting lost, on this private tour. Well-suited for travelers staying in Quito, relax knowing transportation and Cotopaxi National Park entry fees are all covered. Follow your guide on a route through this Andean landscape, passing Laguna de Limpiopungo as you go.

Relax in the thermal waters of Papallacta on a day trip from Quito. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Andes, explore forest trails, and visit the Papallacta Lagoon viewpoint.

Discover the beauty of the Ecuadorian Andes on this 2-day adventure tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa. Hike to Cotopaxi where you can see snow-capped mountains, a beautiful lagoon, and local wildlife. The next day, hike to the turquoise waters of the Quilotoa Lagoon to see even more beautiful landscapes. Mules are available to ascend to the top for those who are not in good physical condition.

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.

We will visit the most striking points by tourists who seek to know the cultural places that mark the capital of Ecuador.

Escape the city on this memorable adventure that includes stops at two of Ecuador's incredible volcanoes. Enjoy an exciting 3-hour horseback ride across the Pululahua Crater and head to the Mital del Mundo complex located at the equator. Learn the history of local tribes and how they cultivate the volcanic land. This thrilling outdoor excursion is perfect for first time visitors looking to make the most of their time in Quito. Upgrade your tour an indulge in lunch with panoramic views over the valley and cloud forest. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore Cotopaxi National Park and the Limpiopungo Lagoon on a private tour from Quito. Visit the Interpretation Center, take a walk around the lagoon, and visit a rose plantation.

Swap the city streets for the natural wonders of the Ecuadorian jungle on a 4-day tour that saves you hours of planning time. Unlike most Amazon Rainforest tours that have a set itinerary, this flexible, private experience lets you design your own agenda each day—opt to hike in the forest, spot nocturnal creatures at night, go white-water rafting, kayaking, or visit tribal communities.

This tour based in 2 days allows to visit the second highest Volcano in Ecuador, Cotopaxi an active volcano based just 2 hours from Quito and Baños de Agua Santa which is one of the most famous visited town in Ecuador for some reasons; awesome nature, adrenaline activities for those looking for a different kind of adventure, from soaking in thermal springs, admiring waterfalls in the area, hiking through the mountains to view the active Tungurahua volcano.

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.