Location: Quito
Top Things to do in Quito
The 10 Best Photography Tours in Quito, Pichincha Province
With a rich pre-Colombian history, Ecuador's capital was founded on the ruins of an Incan city but offers everything a modern traveler might need. It remains the least-altered historic center in Latin America and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quito’s important sites include baroque gems like San Francisco and Santo Domingo monasteries, as well as La Compañía church and college. This huge city sprawls across a breathtaking Andean valley surrounded by volcanic peaks.
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1. Hummingbird Expedition - PRIVATE PHOTO TOUR, all included
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Wake up with some of the most fabulous views, as the sun rises over the western Andean slopes. Once you get in this unique tropical Andean ecosystem, hummingbirds will take your full attention. The cloud forest concentrates the highest diversity of these winged jewels. You'll visit 3 reserves located at different altitudes. Bird feeders will bring otherwise elusive species to very close distances, allowing you to photograph them and enjoy their unmatched beauty. You'll be able to watch up to 20 different species of hummingbirds, many of them endemic to this Bio-region, such as the stunning Velvet-purple Cornet, Purple- bibbed Whitetip, Brown Inca, Empress Brillant and Gorgeted Sunangel. The cloud forest offers an amazing mixed setting from waterfalls and hikes through lush green forest that will allow you to have a day of deep connection with nature.
Inclusions: All activities, Lunch with soft drink, Coffee and tea at Alambi and Santadeo, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, Certified Naturalist & Birding guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Personal expenses
Reviewed By BJandAT
This was our second day of a private tour with Santiago. Again we had a great trip. Santiago is a very enthusiastic guide, and an extremely well trained birder. He told us lots of interesting things about nature and culture in Ecuador. And, again, showed us lots of nice birds. It is a bit frustrating that he sees so many birds and we have to struggle to see them as well! But Santiago is very patient and puts on his telescope wherever he can, to give us a better view. The afternoon we spend in Guanco, in a hummingbird paradise. We also had a wonderful lunch. At the end of this excellent day, Santiago dropped us at our hostel in Quito. We can recommend travelling with a private guide. It is very relaxed, we saw a lot, could stop whenever we liked, and it is so nice to hear Santiago tell about Ecuador and his love for nature.
2. Walking Tour Quito
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Walk in the historic center of Quito, it is totally special if you are accompanied by friends, here you will discover the wonders of the historic center and new friends while we walk. Places like the Plaza de la Independencia, San Agustin Church, the catacombs, Republica del Cacao, the change of presidential guard (Mondays) and others are what we will discover in this experience that you will do it yourself. It is also a good time for you to realize the best selfies of your passage through the heritage city of Quito.
Inclusions: Guía bilingüe
Exclusions: Propinas, Snacks, Soda/Pop
Reviewed By EdinKrnic
Very good agency located in Friends hostel. They have daily tours around Quito and also Galápagos and Amazonas.
3. Papallacta Hot Springs & Relax Full Day Tour from Quito
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Let us take you to one of the most exclusive and relaxing tours ever in Ecuador as a full day excursion!!! Enjoy the perfect combination between Admiring Nature & Relaxing at the Hot springs , This tour offers it all to make sure you have a good gateway from the traffic of Quito. It is only 45 miles away to be surrounded by pure air and magical views with some hike if desire. Off course the volcanic water and the massages will relax you completely.
Inclusions: Private Transportation , English Speaking Tour Guide , Hike to la Isla Trail, Papallacta Pools Fee
Exclusions: Gratuities, Any meal, massage not specify in program, Any Type of Personal Expenses
Reviewed By SunriseFitness
I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.
4. Chimborazo bike and hike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Personalized service. Qualified and professional staff Varied menu Menu for vegetarians and vegans
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Lunch, Private transportation, Professional bilingual guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Breakfast and personal expenses
Reviewed By si00711
We had a great time exploring Galapagos through Ecosportour. We visited 3 islands and saw amazing wildlife. It was truly a breathtaking adventure seeing a volcano, rare birds, sea turtles and vegetation. We hiked, snorkeled, fished and met the friendly people of Galapagos. The food and hospitality on the tour was very good. I would highly recommend booking through Ecosportour. They will make sure you have a once in a lifetime experience.
5. Free time in Quito? Lets go to Otavalo in one day!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Is a good way to travel out of Quito and for a hole day trip; cheap with a local private vip funny interesting openminded tour guide driver, good music and confortability of its car. 420 friendly
Inclusions: Private transportation, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water
Reviewed By Alexa Y
Daniel was a great guide and the drive from Quito was beautiful. The thermal springs and spa itself were amazing! I did the 45 min deep body massage and I highly recommend. If you go on a weekend, I would recommend leaving early, Daniela will work with you to figure out what time you want to leave and how long you want to stay, he is very flexible. If you're interested in Spa treatments, I would schedule them in advance or as soon as you arrive so that you can get the time slot you want. I waited a few hours and it started to get a little more crowded (not full but there were others there) and I hate to wait til the afternoon for my massage. Overall, it was a very relaxing day.
6. Papallacta Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This water and wellness complex is located only 90-minute drive on the east of the Quito city or 50-minute drive from the International Airport of Quito, which makes easy the arrival and departure from this tourist attraction. Besides, Termas Papallacta is famous by its medicinal water since they contains healing properties. Papallacta is like being into heaven since, it is located in the dense clouds surrounded by mountains at 3250 meters or 10663 feet above sea level. Enjoy the spa resort and plunge into Health and Life in our thermal pools, surrounded by the magic of nature.
Inclusions: An English-speaking Certified Naturalist Guide-Chauffeur, Transportation from/to Quito , Cultural and tourist information
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance fees, Tips
Reviewed By valeriavH3917KD
This day was incredible to look many mountains from the highest part of the visit. The tour guide made the trip a lot of fun. I enjoyed every thing we did. 100% recommended.
7. Mindo Cloud Forest -Full day- From Quito
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
A flexible and very fun program where you will discover the beauties of the cloud forest. We are a company with many years of experience which is our best guarantee
Inclusions: Private transportation, Bilingual tour guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Butterfly farm ($5 each), La tarabita -cable car- ($5 each), Chocolate tour ($8 each), Ziplinig (from $10 each)
8. Photography Tour Quito at Night & Urban Legends
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy spectacular views, the center of Quito is illuminated at night, its streets, squares and churches illuminated with colored lights, so you can capture the best photographs and thus always remember your visit to this charming city.
Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional photographer, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off (selected hotels)
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities
9. 1 Day Cultural Tour Otavalo And Cuicocha Lagoon
Overall Ratings
3.7 based on 3 reviews
Personalized service in each activity. Qualified staff and professional guides. Visit unique and interesting places.
Inclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, Bilingual guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Breakfast, Entrance to Quitsato $ 2.00
Reviewed By si00711
We had a great time exploring Galapagos through Ecosportour. We visited 3 islands and saw amazing wildlife. It was truly a breathtaking adventure seeing a volcano, rare birds, sea turtles and vegetation. We hiked, snorkeled, fished and met the friendly people of Galapagos. The food and hospitality on the tour was very good. I would highly recommend booking through Ecosportour. They will make sure you have a once in a lifetime experience.
10. Quilotoa Volcano 1 Day Tour from Quito
Quilotoa Volcano Tour is a magical excursion trough the Andes just 2 hour and half away from Quito, where you will switch the streets and traffic of Quito with the sounds of the Andes and its peace. This is a perfect tour for people who is looking for a short break surrounded by mountains and local people. We invite you to explore with us this unique site of Ecuador!!!!
Inclusions: Typical Lunch at Quilotoa town, Private transportation, Park Admission Fee , All sightseeing mentioned in program, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Any other activity , meal or stop not specified in program as included, Personal Expenses
Reviewed By SunriseFitness
I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.
