Quito Inca : Discovering the hidden indigenous city
Overview
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On this tour, we'll take more time to discuss in detail the philosophy, culture, and life of Andean's Ecuadorian people.
We'll visit key sites and explore the walls, squares, streets, and churches that reveal what the city of the sun once was. Discover the cultural syncretism of the colonial city, with its indigenous, European, and republican roots.
Learn about the history of the various conquests that took place in Quito, as well as the city's geographical evolution through the centuries, told through Kichwa toponymy.
Enjoy this tour, which, in addition to providing a broad overview of ancestral knowledge, aims to raise awareness of the relationship between human beings and Mother Earth.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Basilica del Voto Nacional
Introductory talk on indigenous knowledge and history
Indigenous Peoples' Handicraft Center, Living Museum of Ecuador's Ancient and Present-Day Culture
What‘s Included
Tastings
Guide
Private transportation
Options
Indigenous WT
☕ Chocolate and Andean Culture
Duration: 3 hours
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent experience
Z8575DYgiuliap,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was super interesting and really worth it! Without this tour i would have missed out a lot of important information and curiosities about Equador
Don’t Miss It!
Ilene M,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is very much worth doing! Rasu is a great guide that will take you through not only Quito’s history, but general Ecuadorian history. 10/10 would recommend doing this tour if you’re interested in viewing some beautiful sights and want to leave knowing more about the country you’re visiting!
Amazing experience
V6224KSsaraho,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing time at the walking tour with Razu, he provided a great history of Ecuador and all the different cultures. I would 100% recommend this tour.
Brilliant tour by Rassu!
155louies,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour, Rassu is brilliant. Great attention to derail and teaching us about Ecuadorian a day indigenous culture
The best tour of Quito
A5845KNnataliaw,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super dynamic, interactive and perfect tour to know the most important things about Quito. It includes gastronomic tastings of typical products and gives space to know local crafts. Rasu is the best, I recommend 💯
Unique tour that centers indigenous culture
584bellap,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A breath of fresh air compared to the usual tours. It’s rare to find experiences that truly highlight Indigenous and Native perspectives, and after visiting many LATAM countries, this is the first tour I’ve taken that genuinely centers Indigenous culture. Rasu brings Ecuador’s past to life—sharing the stories behind traditional craftwork, masonry, food, and pre-colonial history with real depth and passion. If you want a tour that actually thinks outside the box, this is it. Easily the best three hours I’ve spent on any tour.
Fabulous tour with Rasu!
585sianh,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Rasu, he’s super knowledgeable and taught us so much about the history of Quito, especially the indigenous culture and how it has evolved since the Spanish influence. We highly recommend booking a tour with him to learn all about Quito!
Discover the indigenous influences, hiding in plain sight!
A2843OHpamg,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are interested in more than just the colonial history of Quito, this tour is packed with information. In Quito, where the Spanish influence is so overt and dominant, it was really wonderful to learn so much about the indigenous base that the city has been built on. Rasu is incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the indigenous peoples of Quito and the surrounding area. He shares how the indigenous practices, Spanish culture and Catholic influence have mingled to produce the city we see today. Indigenous symbols are everywhere. Once they have been pointed out to you, you will see the city in a whole new light. Highly recommended!
Great tour
Scenic701951,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rasu is an amazing guide. The tour is really complete and interesting. I highly recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Don’t hesitate to book the tour!
maryclareo431,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We highly recommend this tour. Rasu is the best tour guide and we learned so much! He was so great to work with and tailored the tour to our interests! We did a tour in the evening and though we didn’t go inside many of the places that closed at 5, it was very cool to see everything lit up and we still learned so much about the city and the architecture and the hidden symbols everywhere! When we visited key historical buildings the next day we knew what to look for in the architecture.
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