Private Day Trip Quito & Middle of the World: Explore Centro Historico and Stand on Equator
Quito
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Quito's Centro Historico and experience the thrill of standing on the equator at Mitad del Mundo on this private day trip. Explore colonial architecture, ornate churches, and picturesque streets, then capture the perfect photo with one foot in each hemisphere.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
- Intinan Museum - 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
- Private transportation
- All visits as mentioned in the program
- English-speaking guide
- Bottle of water
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Information
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?
Location
Quito Old Town
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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