Activity Quito, Ecuador
Middle of the World and Quito Private City Tour
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About this activity
Visit Quito on this private tour one of the two inhabited volcanic craters in the world! Stand at the equator and be photographed at 0 degrees, 0 minutes and 0 seconds, right on the landmark that divides the northern and southern hemispheres! Enjoy the company of a knowledgeable and friendly tour guide, walking with the safety you need, through the charming streets of the beautiful colonial town of Quito, and make your stay in this unique city a fascinating and safe life experience!!
At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–30
- Guide
- English, Spanish
- Operated by
- Ecuador Best Tours
Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–95 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Certified English speaking guide
- Included: Private transport
Not included
- Not included: Intiñana Museum
- Not included: Church La Compañía de Jesús
Itinerary
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Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
5 min
Your tour guide will pick you up at 8:30 a.m. from your hotel, due to the viewpoint of the volcano Pululahua, one of the two inhabited craters in the world. This volcanic complex consists of a main boiler, a central volcano with two craters and the remains of a third party, and several volcanic domes within the caldera located on the edge and outside of it.
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45 min Admission not included
Then we head to the Intiñan Museum, geographically located at 0 degrees, 0 minutes and 0 seconds, that marks the division between northern and southern hemispheres as established by the French Geodesic Mission in the eighteenth century, you will see beautiful displays of different ethnic groups in Ecuador, plus the story of their lifestyles, explained by a specialist tour guide!
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Passing by
This is an opportunity to be photographed with both of your feet on the northern and southern hemispheres at the same time! On the way back to Quito, you will see from the road the Equatorial Monument.
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2 hours Admission not included
In the afternoon you go to the colonial town of Quito, officially considered the first world cultural heritage site (UNESCO 1978). During your walk, you will pass through the Independence Square, scenery of many dramatic battles of revolution in the history of the Republic of Ecuador. And you will have the opportunity to visit the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Church of the Society of Jesus of Quito, summit of the Latin America Baroque style, the charming neighbourhood of La Ronda, and the Church and Convent of San Francisco, built in 1540. Finally you will enjoy a spectacular view of the city from "El Panecillo" hill.
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Quito
30 min
Then you will be back in your hotel approximately at 3:30 p.m. End of your first fantastic experience in Quito!
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Olympus Plaza
- Hotel Principe Marcell
- Torres de Suites Executive Suites & Residences
- Wyndham Quito Airport
- Hotel Cumanda
- Hostal Terranova Quitumbe
- Casa Gangotena
- Los Alpes
- Samariwasi Hotel Boutique
- Hotel Rumipamba
- Hotel Quito
- Adamas House Hotel
and 175 more pickup points
You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 8:30 a.m.
Using your ticket
Important outfits: Camera, sunscreen lotion, cap or hat, sun glasses, backpack or handbag, comfortable walking shoes or tennis shoes, T-shirt or long sleeves shirt, wind breaker or waterproof jacket, passport, and some cash (US dollars) for entrance fees, snacks or drinks.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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12 C° - 22 C° / 53,6 F° - 71,6 F
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It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect him/her.
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Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
Traveller ratings
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