Quito Old District Tour Including Teleférico Cable Car Ride and Volcano Hike

Quito Old District Tour Including Teleférico Cable Car Ride and Volcano Hike

Discover Quito, the capital of Ecuador, and learn about its colonial architecture, history and culture on this full-day, small-group tour. Take in breathtaking panoramic views from 13,500 feet (4,100 meters) of elevation as you ride on the city's famous cable car. Once at the top, enjoy a leisurely 3-hour hike at the top of the volcano before returning back to your hotel. Transportation and entrance fees are included.

Itinerary
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Pass By: San Francisco Church (Iglesia de San Francisco), Plaza San Francisco, Quito 170150 Ecuador

Is a 16th-century Roman Catholic complex in Quito, Ecuador. It fronts onto its namesake Plaza de San Francisco.

Pass By: Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo), Santo Domingo y Puerto Rico, Quito 170150 Ecuador

Santo Domingo Church borders the southern edge of Quito Old Town and stands grandly over Santo Domingo Plaza. The church represents fascinating periods in Quito’s religious history, as it was constructed by Dominicans and modified by Italian priests.

Stop At: Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande), Gabriel Garcia Moreno Entre Chile y Espejo, Quito 170150 Ecuador

Is the principal and central public square of Quito, Ecuador. This is the central square of the city and one of the symbols of the executive power of the nation.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: El Sagrario, Gabriel Garcia Moreno y Espejo, Quito 170150 Ecuador

El Sagrario is one of the most popular churches of the Historical District of Quito. There are frequent holy masses and in this church, archives are the oldest baptism certificates of the city since 1535. Couples rent int church for weddings and baptisms.

Stop At: Basilica del Voto Nacional, Carchi 122 y Venezuela., Quito 170150 Ecuador

It is the largest neo-Gothic church in Latin America, the most important characteristic of its facade, are the gargoyles, which maintain a direct relationship with its design. It is also a strategic viewpoint of the Historic Center and the North of the city.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Teleferico Quito, Off Avenue Occidental Taxi is 3 Easiest, Quito 170150 Ecuador

For spectacular views over Quito’s mountainous landscape, hop aboard this sky tram, one of the world's highest aerial lifts, that takes passengers on a 2.5km ride (10 minutes) up to the flanks of Volcán Pichincha to the top of Cruz Loma.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Calle La Ronda, Juan de Dios Morales, Quito 170150 Ecuador

La Ronda is an enchanting addition to Quito‘s historic district, and the long curving street has quickly become one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Read more about its history and learn the 11 best ways to enjoy this magical street.

Duration: 20 minutes