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Private Full Day Tour of Quito Historic and Equatorial Line
(5) Reviews
Quito
About
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
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up from the Hotel
Bilingual guide
chocolate tasting
Tourist transport
Lunch
Tips
Entrance fees to visiting sites
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private Full Day Tour of Quito Historic and Equatorial Line
(5) Reviews
Quito
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$90.00
Price varies by group size
About
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
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick up from the Hotel
Bilingual guide
chocolate tasting
Tourist transport
Lunch
Tips
Entrance fees to visiting sites
Itinerary
1
Mercado Inaquito
One of the most traditional markets in Quito recognized for the traditional "cures" or "clean" rituals rooted in our national folklore, also here we will find places selling traditional foods, exotic fruits
30 minutes
2
Basilica 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.
40 minutes
3
Plaza 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
4
Fundacion 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
5
Plaza 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
6
El Panecillo
After the Pick up our first stop will be at the natural viewpoint of Panecillo, which is located at 3035 meters above sea level, formerly known as “shungoloma” or heart hill. In addition to having a 360-degree view of the city, here is a large-scale (45m) copy of the Virgin of Legarda that is displayed on the main altar of the church of San Francisco.
30 minutes
7
Mitad 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.
