Quito’s ‘Old Town’, located in the city’s southern part, is also referred to as the Historic Centre or Colonial Quito. This concentrated area boasts an array of intricately designed churches, charming streets lined with superb examples of colonial homes, and three primary squares (‘plazas’) where one can relax and observe the hum of life.
Quito’s ‘Old Town’, located in the city’s southern part, is also referred to as the Historic Centre or Colonial Quito. This concentrated area boasts an array of intricately designed churches, charming streets lined with superb examples of colonial homes, and three primary squares (‘plazas’) where one can relax and observe the hum of life.
- Quito Old Town - Quito boasts the best-preserved historic center in Latin America. This day trip includes a visit to the Old Town of Quito, featuring squares, churches, and historic streets. The first stop is at the Basilica Church, offering a stunning view of Quito’s Colonial Center. After strolling through the colonial streets, the next stop is…
- Quito Old Town - Quito boasts the best-preserved historic center in Latin America. This day trip includes a visit to the Old Town of Quito, featuring squares, churches, and historic streets. The first stop is at the Basilica Church, offering a stunning view of Quito’s Colonial Center. After strolling through the colonial streets, the next stop is Independence Plaza to admire the Cathedral and the Government Palace. Key sites include the Cathedral (La Catedral), Church of the Society of Jesus (La Compañía), Church of Sagrario, and San Francisco. Finally, visit the renowned Panecillo viewpoint, where the contrast between colonial and modern Quito is evident.
- Mitad Del Mundo - In the afternoon, the journey continues to the Middle of the World, where there is an opportunity to visit the Intiñan Museum, located just 200 meters north of the Mitad del Mundo monument. This museum marks the actual “middle of the world,” as confirmed by modern GPS technology. The day concludes with a return to the hotel.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Local English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Local English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fees
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
