Top Quito Sightseeing Tours - page 4

This exclusive experience will introduce you to the Andes Mountain Range landscape and wildlife. Your profesional tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or airbnb to start the tour and go to Cotopaxi. The 90 minutes drive from Quito to Cotopaxi is full of beautifull mountains and cosy small villages. Arriving to Cotopaxi the local guide will be waiting with helmets, ponchos and horses. Then you will ride a horse for 2-3 hours around the grassland and the beautifull volcano. In the way back we will enjoy a lunchbox and then continue to the Limpiopungo lagoon. The lagoon is located in a flat highland where you will hike for 1 hour around it. That is an amazing place to see the local plants, flowers and birds. At the end you will come back to Quito or stop in a local restaurant to have a lunch. Dropoff at your hotel

Explore the culture of Quito on this small-group bike tour. Discover local life as you pedal around the city. It’s an ideal tour for travelers who want to go beyond the touristy parts of Quito. You’ll be riding 8.5 miles (13.5 kilometers) at an altitude of 9,390 feet (2,862 meters) above sea level. You’ll need to climb two easy hills with an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters), with most of the route along bike paths.

After your guide collects you from your hotel, set off an adventure around the city.  First, ascend to Quito’s famous viewpoint in a cable car. From 4,100 meters (13,000 feet) above sea level, you’ll see the city in all its splendor. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Sight and stop to visit major attractions like the Presidential Palace, La Ronda, and the Cathedral.

Experience the best of the Sierra region on a full-day trip to Cotopaxi National Park with horseback riding. Hotel pickup takes you El Pedregal to a local hacienda where you’ll enjoy a traditional drink. After your horseback ride, enjoy a provided boxed lunch before heading to the park. There, you’ll get up close to ancient lava flows, wild horses, and more.

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.

Discover a unique corner on Earth: the Galapagos Islands, an archipelago that has captivated explorers and scientists for centuries due to its astonishing biodiversity and the opportunity to witness evolution in action. On this exciting 7-day trip spanning 4 different islands, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in this living laboratory of nature, where each day will take you to a new natural paradise and an exceptional wildlife experience. From majestic giant tortoises to playful penguins, the Galapagos offer an adventure like no other in the world.

This popular private tour hits all of Quito's top attractions. Follow your expert local guide through the capital city's historic district, stand on the equator and ride on the highest gondola in South America. This full-day experience is perfect for travelers who want to gain insight and understanding into the history and culture of Quito.

This 3-day tour covers plenty of ground—from the Ecuadorian Andes to the Amazon—with a private guide and vehicle. Leave itinerary planning to experts who know the challenging terrain in Ecuador. Learn about rainforest biodiversity, the customs of indigenous communities, and hike up snow-capped Cotopaxi. Your guide will be with you to assist with any language barriers.

Get to know the culture, history, and natural beauty of Quito in just one day during this city tour and cable car combo adventure. Start with a trip on the famous cable car, which takes you to more than 13,287 feet (4,050 meters) above sea level and offers panoramic views over the city and the Pichincha Volcano. Then, explore a variety of historic sites, including the Basilica of the National Vow, the Archbishop's Palace, and more.

Visit the village of Papallacta and spend the enjoying a number of customizable activities at one of the most beautiful thermal hot springs Resort and Spa in this area. Take in the beautiful scenery of the Andes Mountains on a hike and enjoy a relaxing time at the thermal water that have been certified for its medicinal properties that guarantee health benefits.

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We will go to the Old Town which was declared a World Heritage Site in 1978 by UNESCO because Quito has the biggest Old Town in the World and keep artistic treasures and architectonic jewels. If you visit the Middle of the World you will be at the imaginary line that divides the continent into the North and South Hemispheres. The Inti Ñan museum is a place where we can do experiments to test that we are on the Equatorial Line. On the Cable or "Teleférico" we have the main scenic overlook viewpoint of Quito.

Experience unique Ecuadorian culture on a full-day market tour to Otavalo and Cotacachi Market. Comfortable transportation will pick you and other group members up from two convenient Quito locations, before taking you to the Mazapan handicrafts market in Calderon.  A stop at the Otalvo market is the perfect opportunity for taking photos.  You’ll enjoy a hearty lunch in Cotacachi before exploring the natural area surrounding it.

Set off on a day trip to Otavalo Market with a private guide. Skip the crowded public transit and enjoy the sights of the Pan-American highway from the comfort of your private vehicle.  Make stops at lesser known points of interest, including the foothills of Imbabura Volcano. Your tour of the Otavalvo Market can be customized to include a visit to Pecuche.

Rather than be overwhelmed at one of South America’s largest markets, let a personal guide accompany you. On this private day trip from Quito to Otavalo Market, you’ll have a better opportunity to interact with traditionally attired Quichua vendors selling handicrafts, textiles, and even livestock. Savor views of the Ecuadorian Andes on a brief waterfall walk after lunch in Cotacachi, a town known for its leather goods.

Receive undivided attention from your guide on a private 4-hour tour of the Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo) and Pululahua, one of only two inhabited craters in the world. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to the Equator in a private vehicle and observe experiments that demonstrate the unique properties of the Equator. Then, you’ll proceed to the achingly green Pululahua crater to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills. Bottled water and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take in the sights of Quito and its surroundings as you ride in the famous TeleferiQo cable car. Your private driver picks you up from your Quito hotel and transfers you to the cable car where you enjoy a ride to the observation deck. Take in the scenic views of the city, the Pichincha Volcano, and if the conditions are right, several other Andean Mountains in the distance.

Take in views of Quito and the ring of volcanoes that surround the city on this half-day guided tour. First, climb aboard a cable car and rise above the Ecuadorian city. Following that, explore by horseback the Pichincha Volcano to a height of 15,000 feet (4,600 meters) and catch views of snow-capped volcanic peaks and the Andean landscape.

If you’re visiting Guayaquil for the first time, get an in-depth introduction to Ecuador’s second city on a sightseeing tour that provides in-depth history and context. You’ll benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide as you explore the gateway to Galapagos, and spot plenty of marine iguanas along the way.

Experience the natural wonders of Quito on this private hot spring and nature tour. Venture on a nature walk, discovering native wildlife and the ways the animals have adapted to the environment. Relax in rejuvenating hot springs nestled in the middle of the Andes. Visit a hidden hummingbird farm, where you’ll discover these magnificent birds, as well as other tropical species.

Enjoy a day of wildlife and relaxation on a private tour to Papallacta. After hotel pickup, head to the Papallacta Pass where you’re treated to spectacular views of Antisana Volcano and may see an Andean condor. Follow your guide through the cloud forest at Guango Reserve, a bird-lover’s paradise. Have lunch at the Papallacta Hot Spring Complex, then take free time to soak in the natural waters.

Take a trip to Ecuador’s highest active volcano on this day trip from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park. With a small group, hike along the volcanic trails and take in the unique biodiversity of the Andes Mountains, including several species of birds. Walk around the Limpopungo Lagoon to see more wildlife and take photographs of the stunning mountain landscapes in the background.

Take a trip to the Otavalo Market and other destinations on a full-day customizable tour from Quito. In addition to the famous market, you can visit Cotacachi, the Peguche Waterfalls, a condor reserve, and many other attractions. Choose what interests you and your private guide will take you there. Whatever you decide, travel by private transportation, which enables you to comfortably cover more locations during your limited time.

Experience Ecuador’s stunning beauty on a small-group tour from Quito to the Quilotoa Lagoon, set in a volcanic crater at 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) above sea level. Fuel up with an included breakfast and then hike up to the lagoon for stunning views of the Andes Mountains. Revitalize with a delicious local lunch and explore the lagoon via kayak—at your own expense—before heading back to Quito.