Private Tour
Quito & Middle of the World Private Day Trip
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Quito takes its role at the center of the world very seriously with an Old Town in the south of the city is also known as the Centro Historico or Colonial Quito. . In a compact area you will find many ornate churches, attractive streets full of fine examples of colonial houses and squares. Regarding Mitad del Mundo, which is the real center of the equator situated around 20km north of the capital, who wouldn't like to have a picture while standing with each leg on a different hemisphere?
Additional Info
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
Quito Old Town
Quito has the best-conserved historic center in Latin American. This day trip includes the visit to the Old part of Quito such squares, churches, old streets etc. The first stop will be at Basilica Church from where you will have a beautiful view of The Colonial Center of Quito. After walking through the colonial streets, you will then stop at the Independence Plaza to admire the Cathedral and the Government's Palace. The Cathedral, Compañia church very well known as the Gold Church, Church of Sagrario and San Francisco. Finally, head to the most famous hill in Quito, Panecillo viewpoint, where you'll notice the contrast between colonial and modern city.
Mitad Del Mundo
In the afternoon we continue to the middle of the world where we have the opportunity to visit Intiñan museum just 200 meters north of the Mitad del Mundo monument, here is the actual "Middle of the World” marked. This museum showcases what modern-day GPS has proven to be the true site of the equator line. Afternoon finally back to the hotel.
What‘s Included
All visit as mentioned in the program
Bottle of water per person
Local English Guide
Private transportation
Meals
Drinks
Personal expenses
Gratuites
Entrance fees to the museums 15-20 USD Aprox pp
Pickup points
Air Suites Hotel Boutique
Sebastian Quintero N37-12 Y Jose Correa, Atrás Del Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa Quito Ecuador
Hotel Wanderlust
Via Quito y 12 de Febreo (Barrio 9 de Octubre) Quito Ecuador
Stanford Suites Hotel
Eloy Alfaro 33-33 y calle Jose Correa, Atrás estadio Olímpico Atahualpa Quito Ecuador
Options
Quito & Middle of the World Private Day Trip
Pickup included
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Above and beyond, wonderful!
178kelem,,Apr 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was so much above and beyond! Christian, our guide, shares his passion for his country, its history, and rich culture in a way that is personal and meaningful. His knowledge, humor, and flexibility made this experience a trip of a lifetime. I cannot recommend this high enough! Excellent excellent excellent!
Wonderful day in Quito
Tamra R,,Jan 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour!! Mijael was a wonderful guide! His knowledge of the area was exceptional. Professional and polite he made the day something special. Highly recommend!
Excellent tour!
leilah H,,Jan 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome day! Walking around the old city was epic. Lots of beautiful historic sights to see. We also loved the mitad del mundo!
Outstanding!
Leilah Hillman,,Jan 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun on this tour! Our guide Micael was absolutely frantic as was our driver. We enjoyed walking around Quito and really enjoyed the middle of the world portion!
A great way to see Quito on your terms
Carlos C,,Nov 12, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time getting to see Quito as the locals would — Fernando, our guide, made our experience memorable. He was knowledgeable about the city's history and traditions. I would completely recommend this excursion to anyone! Bolívar, the driver was phenomenal as well. Gracias! 🙌🏾
Great tour with Cristian
matteoippoliti2,,Nov 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour with a professional guide who knows his job and his country named Cristian. Great experience!
Tour of Quito Old City and the Middle of the Earth
jacqueline k,,Aug 13, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed a wonderful day with Veronica who was so enthusiastic about sharing the history of Quito and much information about Ecuador. She made sure to show us many important historical sites and arranged to have lunch with traditional delicious food. We loved spending the day with her and highly recommend this tour.
Fantastic tour, great guide!
jeffDS1106,,Nov 18, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour - great communication, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, and all around amazing experience and perfect for a single day in Quito. Booked this tour at the very last minute (7am!) for the same day, and had a response by 7:45am. My tour guide Raul met me at my hotel front door right at 9am. Raul was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable, and had so much information about the history of Quito and Ecuador. He was flexible with timing, and happy to point out a few free extra things we happened to walk by and see were open. The tour was not rushed at all, and Raul was a perfect host! We met up with Elias our driver to get to Mitad del Mundo, and he was friendly and a considerate driver. Raul wasn’t able to accompany me to that part of the tour, but he gave great recommendations and instructions on what to do and see there, and it was very easy to follow. Elias waited while I toured the monument and then brought me safely back to my hotel. It was a great day, and I truly felt taken care of on this tour. Once again, highly recommend to anyone looking for an authentic guided tour with great local recommendations.
Great tour!
AngelaVB757,,Oct 23, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Very informative. The middle of the world museum was really cool and I learned a lot of things. Old Town Quito is also very pretty
Ecuador Local Guide is your go to guide!!
kristinak52,,Sep 4, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We can’t recommend Ecuador Local Guide enough! Working with Christian was great - quick communication, extremely professional and very accommodating. We booked a tour of Quito on a whim to explore the city between our travels from the US to the Galapagos. We had a full day with Rodrigo who was wonderful! After picking us up at our hotel we started off to the Center of The World and toured the museum which was extremely interesting and we highly recommend! Rodrigo then took us to experience some of the best of Quito. We went to one of the markets where he pointed out local fruits, many of which we had never seen/tried before and then got a few for us to sample. Our favorite was the passion fruit! After the market we grabbed lunch at a great spot in Old Town where Rodrigo pointed out all the best Ecuadorian dishes and our food was delicious. After lunch we strolled through Old Town and visited the beautiful churches before returning to our hotel. Rodrigo was extremely knowledgeable about the country and answered all of our questions and taught us so much about the country. We loved our tour with Ecuador Local Guide so much we booked another on our return as well as an airport transfer.
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