Otavalo Tour:
CULTURAL SHOPING
Discover the fascinating culture of Otavalo on this tour. Available Tuesdays and Saturdays
- Pick-up at 07:30
- Visit to Quits at o Sundial
Located in the Cayambe canton, named after the snow-capped volcano in the area. This cultural site, built to measure solstices and equinoxes in pre-Hispanic times, is also considered the “other half of the world” as the equatorial line crosses through this place and the middle of the summit of the Cayambe volcano.
- Visit to the “bizcochos” factory in Cayambe
To experience Ecuadorian cuisine, we’ll make a stop for a cup of Ecuadorian coffee or chocolate, accompanied by «bizcochos,» which are small bread-like treats baked in an oven with an unparalleled flavor. The best part is that we’ll learn about their production process.
- Stop at MiraLago viewpoint
The viewpoint offers stunning landscapes of the region’s natural beauty, including the picturesque San Pablo Lake and the lush mountains of the area. It’s a perfect spot for taking photographs, and admiring the scenery.
- Visit to Plaza de Ponchos local market
Our next stop is Otavalo, located in the Imbabura province known as the Province of the Lakes. Once there, we’ll visit the largest and most important indigenous textile handicraft market in South America.
Visit to the biscuit factory in Cayambe (optional breakfast).
Visit to the Solar Clock of Quitsato.
San Pablo Lake viewpoint (optional).
2 free hours to explore the Plaza de Ponchos in Otavalo.
Walk next to the Cuicocha Lagoon.
Lunch included.
Visit to the town of Cotacachi.
Return to Quito.
Includes:
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish).
Authorized tourist transport.
Meals type menu (lunch).
– Permits to enter protected areas.
Additional food and drinks and taxes are not included.
Cotopáxi Volcano Tour:
HIKE AND BIKE
Cotopaxi tour offers an exciting experience in the Cotopaxi National Park. Departure days are Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The meeting points are Plaza Foch at 7:15 a.m. and the Plaza de San Elas at 7:30 a.m.
- Entrance and visit to the Cotopaxi National Park.
- Ascent by vehicle to the parking lot at 4,500 meters above sea level.
- Hike to the José Rivas Refuge at 4,800 meters above sea level.
- Hike to the Bajo Glacier at 5,100 meters above sea level.
- Return to the parking lot.
- Optional bicycle descent to the Timlopungo lagoon.
- Lunch included.
- Return to Quito.
- The tour includes a bilingual guide (Spanish and English), authorized tourist transport, menu-type meals (lunch), bicycle and helmet, and the necessary permits to enter protected areas.
Additional food and drinks and taxes are not included.
Mindo Rain Forest Tour:
ADVENTURE AND SWEET
Embark on a thrilling adventure to Mindo with this tour. Available on Fridays.
To the northwest, two hours from Quito, passing by the well-known Monument to the Middle of the World, we have Mindo with its warm and humid climate due to its location on the border between two regions: the Andes and the Ecuadorian Coast. This cloud forest is visited by biologists, birdwatchers, scientists, and adventurers.
- Pick-up at 07:30.
- Visit the Butterfly Farm and Orchid Garden
Step into a tropical paradise filled with vibrant butterflies of all shapes and sizes. Wander among lush plants and flowers as these colorful insects flutter around you. Learn about their life cycles and unique behaviors from knowledgeable guides. Additionally, Mindo is renowned for its incredible orchid diversity, and you’ll have the chance to admire these intricate and rare blooms. Discover the fascinating adaptations and stories behind these captivating flowers.
- Tarabita and hike to the River.
After this extreme experience, we’ll cross the river using a «tarabita» and walk along different trails to reach the river for swimming. If we’re lucky, we may spot some types of birds flying alongside us.
- Visit to the artisanal chocolate factory.
Delve into the world of chocolate making at Yumbos, where you’ll learn about the chocolate production process from cacao bean to delectable treats.
- Return to the hotel in Quito.
Pickup points at Plaza de San Elas at 7:00 am and Plaza Foch at 7:15 am.
- Visit to Calacall (Optional breakfast).
- Explore the Cloud Forest of Mindo
- Visit the hummingbird sanctuary
- Optional activities: Tarabita and canopy.
- Lunch included.
- Visit to the chocolate factory and tasting.
- Return to Quito.
Includes:
- Bilingual English-Spanish guide.
- Authorized tourist transportation.
- Menu-style meals (lunch).
- Entrance tickets to the butterfly farm and chocolate factory.
- Lunch
- Tips.
- Snacks.
- Extra food and beverage.
- Extra activities.
- Trabita or Zip-line.
Quilotoa Crater Lake Tour:
ADVENTURE AND SWEET
This stunning volcanic crater lagoon has an amazing color palette.
- Visit the Saquisilí or Pujilí market (depending on the day).
Pick-up at 07:00 AM
A couple of hours from Quito in the capital of Cotopaxi Province, Latacunga Canton, we have two important indigenous markets in the area that exchange products from tropical zones and products from the Andes. In our one-day tour, we will visit these markets. Saquisilí market on Thursdays and Pujilí market on Sundays.
- Visit a traditional indigenous house.
Reaching the highest point of the mountain range at 3800 meters above sea level (12467.19 feet), we will learn about daily life by visiting an indigenous hut.
- Stop at the Tigua community gallery.
We will arrive in the Tigua community, where most people make a living through agriculture, livestock, craftsmanship, and painting. The latter two have made them famous artists around the world, with sculptures of animal faces in vividly colored wood and paintings on sheepskin.
- Visit the Toachi Canyon to take photographs.
We will make a mandatory stop to take photos and selfies at the viewpoint of the Toachi River Canyon.
- Entrance to Quilotoa Lake
Finally, we will arrive at Quilotoa Lake. The lake formed within a volcanic crater, and its emerald-colored water leaves a lasting impression on all its visitors. The lake has two viewpoints: the Shalalá viewpoint and the community viewpoint.
- Hike into the Quilotoa crater and return (3 hours)
On our one-day tour, we will visit the community viewpoint, which has access to the crater, and we can descend to the lake. Adventure enthusiasts can try kayaking, and the most daring can swim in its cold waters.
- Return to your hotel in Quito.
- Authorized and comfortable touristic transportation.
- Certificate bilingual guide for each activity.
- Entrance ticket to Quilotoa Lagoon.
- Lunch.
- Tips.
- Snacks.
- Extra food and beverage.
- Extra activities (kayak, horse riding)
Equipment needed: Comfortable clothing, warm layers, windbreaker jacket (optional), gloves, neck and ear protection, sunglasses, camera, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes for walking on hilly terrain.
Quito Walking Tour:
ADVENTURE AND SWEET
Get to know the Historic Center of Quito in just a few hours.
- Independence Square
- Santo Domingo Square.
- Walk around “La Ronda” street.
- San Francisco Square, Church, and Monastery
- Visit to the Basílica Church.
- Tour inside the Central Market.
Independence Square
Includes: Certificate bilingual guide.
Tickets to San Francisco or Basilica Church.
Quito Full Day Tour:
ADVENTURE AND SWEET
Your experience starts in the best preserved historic center in Latin America.
- Pick-up at 08:30 AM
- Visit the Pululahua Crater Viewpoint.
- Visit to the Middle of the World City.
- Visit to the Intiñan Museum.
- Quito Cable car.
- Time for Lunch.
- Quito Historic Center.
- Visit Panecillo Viewpoint.
- Authorized and comfortable touristic transportation.
- Certificate bilingual guide for each activity.
- Lunch
- Tips.
- Snacks.
- Extra food and beverage.
- Extra activities.
- Tickets to the attractions.
Baños Full Day Tour:
The perfect place for adventure seekers.
- – Pick – up at 07h00
- Arrival in Baños This city is located between two National Parks, Sangay and Llanganates. Here, we will have the first stop in the city center.
- The Waterfall route starts from the center of Baños, crossing the city, then continues to the Agoyán waterfall. After that, we visit Manto de la Novia waterfall, where we can cross the river in a cable car, go through tunnels, and finally, after a hike we reach the impressive Pailón del Diablo waterfall. For an extra payment, you have the opportunity to do adventure activities such as jumping from the bridges, canopy, cycling, hiking, and canyoning.
- Visit to the Candy’s FactoryVisit The Treehouse and Swing of the End of the World At the Treehouse viewpoint in Baños, you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding lush greenery, mountains, and the Tungurahua volcano. It offers a unique perspective of nature.
- The Swing at the End of the World, located here, is a thrilling experience. Swinging off the edge of a cliff, you’ll feel like you’re suspended in the open air with jaw-dropping scenery in the background. It’s a must-visit spot for adventure seekers and photography enthusiasts.
- Hot Springs
A natural thermal bath oasis nestled in the lush Ecuadorian mountains. These soothing hot springs are known for their healing properties and relaxation benefits. You can immerse yourself in the mineral-rich waters while surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.
- Return to the hotel in Quito
- Authorized and comfortable touristic transportation.
- Certificate bilingual guide for each activity.
- Entrance Tickets to Pailón del Diablo and Treehouse Viewpoint
- Lunch
- Tips.
- Snacks.
- Extra food and beverage.
- Extra activities (Zip-line, tarabita, others).
- Ticket to the hot springs.
Comfortable clothing, jacket, camera, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, bathing suit, cap or hat, and one change of clothes.
