Let me show you Quito! Complete Private City Tour

5.0 (58 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
Duration8h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour is focused on showing you Quito in the right context based on the geography, history, culture, and structure of the city. We will visit the most important places in chronological order in the history of the city for you to have the right idea and enjoy one of the most beautiful and best-preserved cities in South America. We will know the importance of being located in the middle of the world, the history of the inhabitants, and walking through its streets, the most traditional places for our culture, legends, and ways of living.
It is the best, safest, and most affordable way to get to know the whole city of Quito in one day, with exclusive private transportation, ambient traditional music, and local walking experiences.
Accompanied by a certificated local open-minded tour guide and driver, a cultural mindset and comfortability of its car.
Feel free to ask! LGBTIQ 420 friendly.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Gratuities
  • Local lunch options $10
  • IntiÑan Middle of the world Museum
  • Panecillo Overlook Site
  • Basilica del Voto Nacional Ticket
  • Compañía de Jesús Golden Church

What to expect

  1. Intinan Equator Museum
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    An introductory visit to the exact place where the equatorial line passes, an interactive museum where you can see the different gravitational and light phenomena that we have in the city. (pay on-site) $5
  2. La Virgen del Panecillo
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The highest aluminum-made statue! Panecillo's virgin; Quito's guardian. Place where we can learn about the settlements that have arisen in the place and the use of it, as well as about such an incredible giant sculpture that adorns such a beautiful city. There is also the option of going up to the interior of the virgin, it depends on the time we are in the place. (pay on-site) $1
  3. Basilica del Voto Nacional
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The first church that we will visit, where we will go up to its towers, bell towers and we can take very nice photos while we talk a little history. (pay on-site) $4
  4. Calle de las Siete Cruces
    Pass by
    (Seven crosses st.) Traditional street in the historic center of the city, through which we will walk in order to understand the reason for its name and its history.
  5. Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
    20m · Admission ticket included
    In order to have a context of modern life within an old area, we can understand the history of the city as well as the different times that have marked important changes in the city and the country.
  6. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Lunch in one of the most traditional places in Quito, I have two options and both with more than 200 years of service. They have lunch specials and a la carte dishes. Very good service and always a pleasant experience. ($12)
  7. Quito Old Town
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Learn about history and live the local living style of traditional people from Quito
  8. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    A well-known Jesuit church of baroque origin, where we can experience the shine of gold and the different artistic influences that adorn it. (pay on-site) $6
  9. Pass by
    Quick walk through this church to see and compare with another religious and historical style. You also have the option of looking at the different shops along the way.
  10. 20m
    Church full of stories from before colonization, being of the Franciscan order, the symbolism and art is reflected in a very particular way.
  11. Calle La Ronda
    Pass by
    One of the most traditional streets of old Quito, a place where beautiful poems and artists of the time were born.
  12. Quito
    Pass by
    Return to the hotel or to the agreed place to drop you off at the end of the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The car is a KIA Seltos in dark grey color, and I will be wearing a grey polo shirt and brown-framed glasses.
I will pick you up at the main entrance of your place. Help me with the name.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with me after booking if necessary.
Some places/activities' availability may vary depending on weather, road status, and political issues. I'll have alternative plans.
For a more personalized service, you can find me on social media as MUFITOURS.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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