Experience Quito’s wonders: straddle hemispheres, ride the TeleferiQo, and explore historic sites. Discover culture, history, and breathtaking views in one unforgettable day.
Experience Quito’s wonders: straddle hemispheres, ride the TeleferiQo, and explore historic sites. Discover culture, history, and breathtaking views in one unforgettable day.
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TeleferiQo Teleferico Quito - Ascend to the sky: (2,800 msl / 9,186 feet)
Guests will be picked up from the hotel. The first stop is in the morning to take the cable car. After a 20-minute ride in the cabin, guests disembark to hike in the mountains until reaching a swing in the clouds. From this vantage point, there is usually a breathtaking view…
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TeleferiQo Teleferico Quito - Ascend to the sky: (2,800 msl / 9,186 feet)
Guests will be picked up from the hotel. The first stop is in the morning to take the cable car. After a 20-minute ride in the cabin, guests disembark to hike in the mountains until reaching a swing in the clouds. From this vantage point, there is usually a breathtaking view of Quito city. It’s an excellent spot for photography or simply enjoying nature in the western Andes. The entire Avenue of the Volcanoes is visible from this height, especially from July to September. -
Intinan Museum - Leap onto the equator line: (2,439 msl / 8,001 feet)
The second destination is the Equator Line at the renowned Intiñan Museum. Established in 1989 around centuries-old huts, it aims to preserve the culture of the equinoctial peoples and the Lulumbamba indigenous people (San Antonio de Pichincha).
In addition to learning about the equatorial line, visitors can observe and participate in experiments demonstrating how Earth’s forces operate at the center of the Earth, such as the Coriolis effect. Remember to bring your passport to be stamped with the symbol of the middle of the world. This location is considered the true Equator Line. -
Quito Old Town - Walking tour in Quito’s historic center:
At this point in the day, it’s important to take a lunch break at one of the popular restaurants near Plaza Grande. Guests can try a special locro de papas (potato soup), one of Quito’s popular dishes. Afterward, the tour continues to explore more about the first UNESCO city in the world, designated in 1978. -
Church of the Society of Jesus - Renowned for its baroque architecture, this is one of the most beautiful churches in the world. Also known as the golden church, it is a true gem of Quito. The guide will provide insights into the church’s history, the year it was constructed, who built it, when the work was completed, the techniques used for decoration, and many more fascinating details.
- Itinerary according to the description
- Pick-up from Quito or Airport
- A certified Guide/Driver (English/Spanish-speaking)
- Itinerary according to the description
- Pick-up from Quito or Airport
- A certified Guide/Driver (English/Spanish-speaking)
- Travel insurance
- Meals and tips
- Extra admissions
- Travel insurance
- Meals and tips
- Extra admissions
The best tour in Quito city. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at the center of the earth, where the sun shines unobstructed. Balance an egg on the head of a nail. Shed pounds by standing on the equatorial line. Capture a video demonstrating the Coriolis effect. Discover more about the Pre-Inca ethnic groups that once lived here. Visit the Intiñan…
The best tour in Quito city. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at the center of the earth, where the sun shines unobstructed. Balance an egg on the head of a nail. Shed pounds by standing on the equatorial line. Capture a video demonstrating the Coriolis effect. Discover more about the Pre-Inca ethnic groups that once lived here. Visit the Intiñan Museum. View the city from above (weather permitting). This tramway, constructed in 2005 by French engineers, adds a touch of modern technology to the city. The cable car ascends to a height of 4,000 meters.
Explore Quito’s colonial architecture, the most celebrated colonial center in the Americas. Visit La Plaza Grande, La CompañÃa de Jesús, Quito’s most notable convent, and La Ronda street. The enchanting colonial city of Quito is ready to become a cherished memory. Quito, a UNESCO City.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.