Embark on a private day trip to Quito and the Middle of the World to explore the historical and geographical wonders of this vibrant city. Discover the charming Old Town with its ornate churches and colonial architecture, and visit the iconic Mitad del Mundo to straddle the equator and capture a unique photo opportunity.
Embark on a private day trip to Quito and the Middle of the World to explore the historical and geographical wonders of this vibrant city. Discover the charming Old Town with its ornate churches and colonial architecture, and visit the iconic Mitad del Mundo to straddle the equator and capture a unique photo opportunity.
- 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. The tour also includes visits to the Cathedral, the Compañia Church, famously known as the Gold Church, the Church of Sagrario, and San Francisco.
Finally, the tour heads to Quito’s most renowned hill, the Panecillo viewpoint, where the contrast between the colonial and modern city is evident.
- Mitad Del Mundo - In the afternoon, the tour 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 afternoon concludes with a return to the hotel.

- All visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Complimentary bottle of water per person
- Assistance from a local English-speaking guide
- Private transportation for the entire tour
- All visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Complimentary bottle of water per person
- Assistance from a local English-speaking guide
- Private transportation for the entire tour
- Meals
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuites
- Entrance fees to the museums 15-20 USD Aprox pp
- Meals
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuites
- Entrance fees to the museums 15-20 USD Aprox pp
Quito proudly embraces its position at the world’s center, boasting an Old Town that is also referred to as the Centro Historico or Colonial Quito, located in the city’s south. This compact region is home to a multitude of charming churches, streets lined with impressive colonial homes, and welcoming squares. Not to mention the Mitad del Mundo - the…
Quito proudly embraces its position at the world’s center, boasting an Old Town that is also referred to as the Centro Historico or Colonial Quito, located in the city’s south. This compact region is home to a multitude of charming churches, streets lined with impressive colonial homes, and welcoming squares. Not to mention the Mitad del Mundo - the genuine equatorial center situated roughly 20km north of the capital. Who could resist capturing a photograph while straddling both hemispheres?
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.