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- English
- Spanish
This full-day private tour in the city of Quito is the perfect way to discover one of the leading destinations in South America, not only because it has its largest and best preserved historical center in Latin America, but you will also have the opportunity to put your feet in both hemispheres at the same time
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Basilica del Voto Nacional
The imposing Basilica of the National Vow is the most important work of Ecuadorian neo-Gothic architecture, being even compared in style to Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
Here the guide will give an explanation of the monument that is located in the central part of the square that commemorates the first cry of independence, the cathedral of Quito, El Palacio de Carondelet.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
Entrance included. Our guide will inform you about this masterpiece of Quito's Baroque art and icon of Quito's religious tourism, famous for having its entire altar covered in pure gold.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Plaza de San Francisco
In this place we will have a brief explanation of the architecture around the church and we will learn about the myths that surround this majestic construction.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5TeleferiQo Quito
Enjoy the best panoramic view of the capital on the Quito Cable Car. In just 18 minutes, you will climb from the foothills of the Pichincha volcano to 4,100 meters above sea level. When you reach the top of Cruz Loma, you can walk along Andean trails, photograph the stunning landscapes of the "Avenue of Volcanoes", swing on the giant swings to the clouds and enjoy the fresh air of the Andes.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Mitad Del Mundo
Here our guide will take you to visit replicas of the ancestral houses of the inhabitants of Ecuador. We will also visit the chocolate museum to learn more about the process of making chocolate with fine aroma cocoa. Our guide will also demonstrate through interactive games, the physical phenomena that only occur in the Middle of the World. Then, we will be able to observe the monument built in honor of the French scientific expedition that located exactly the geographical position of the equatorial line that divides the world and take an original and fun photograph in both hemispheres. Our guide will take you inside the monument to visit the ethnographic museum and learn about the Ecuadorian indigenous cultures and nationalities.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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