Compare Best Quito Equator & Old Town Tours
Explore the heart of Ecuador with a Quito Equator and Old Town tour, combining UNESCO-listed historic centers with iconic equatorial landmarks. Travelers can compare top-rated tours to visit La Mitad del Mundo, enjoy colonial architecture in Quito’s Old Town, and experience Andean culture firsthand. This adventure offers unique insights into geography, history, and local traditions, making it a must-do for cultural enthusiasts. Find flexible options, skip-the-line access, and small-group experiences tailored to your schedule.
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On this half day tour you will go to the Intiñan Equator Museum, located 200 meters from the Middle of the World Monument, and after that you will have time to go to the Pululahua´s Crater. With an interesting history. Nearby are a lot of little shops where you can find creative handmade souvenirs....
- Meals as described in the itinerary (1x snack).
- Professional driver/guide.
- Activities as described in the itinerary.
- 24/7 assistance in Dutch, English and Spanish.
- Private transportation from and to your hotel in Quito (urban zone).
- Entrance fee museum.
- Optional tips for the guide.
- Additional food and beverages.
- Intinan Equator Museum
- Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
- Mitad Del Mundo
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Most tours pack in so many stops that you end up spending half the trip in a car. Ours is different — every destination on this route gets the time it deserves, so you actually experience Ecuador instead of just passing through it. Over 4 or 5 days, travel the legendary Avenue of the Volcanoes from...
- Accommodation included: 3 nights for the 4-day tour OR 4 nights included for the 5-day tour
- Executive transportation: SUVs (2-3 pax), Minivans (4-6 pax), or Minibuses (7-20 pax)
- Licensed bilingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Entrance fees and activities as specified in the itinerary
- Gratuities (Optional based on your satisfaction)
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- Optional activities: horseback riding, adventure sports, Devil’s Nose Train
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
The city at the middle of the world, the craddle of andean magic forged by thousands of histories above the clouds, a waltz between nature and divinity, a forgotten poem remembered indistinctly at the humming streets, the Equator the line where you can balance your imagination and the old town part ...
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- Pululahua Volcano & Geobotanical Reserve
- Intinan Equator Museum
- Basilica del Voto Nacional
- Monasterio de Carmen Alto
- Palacio del Antiguo Circulo Militar
- Palacio Arzobispal
- Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- El Sagrario
- Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
- Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
- Yumbos Chocolate
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
On this tour, we'll take more time to discuss in detail the philosophy, culture, and life of Andean's Ecuadorian people. We'll visit key sites and explore the walls, squares, streets, and churches that reveal what the city of the sun once was. Discover the cultural syncretism of the colonial city, w...
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- Guide
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
- Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
- Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
- Basilica del Voto Nacional
- Iglesia Santa Barbara
- Palacio Arzobispal
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.When comparing the 22 tour options we track across booking platforms, prices generally range from $103 to $260, with a median price of $134. While you may occasionally see listings outside this band (ranging roughly from $65 to $634), the vast majority of experiences fall within that core range. Private tours tend to sit at the higher end of the spectrum, while group sightseeing options often offer more budget-friendly entry points.
Yes, private tours are a standout feature of this category. Roughly 68% of the options we compare (15 out of 22) are tagged as private tours. This is significantly higher than the average for city tours, which often lean toward group formats. If you prefer a dedicated guide and flexible pacing rather than joining a larger group, you will find plenty of choices here.
Most options focus on guided sightseeing, but inclusions vary. 73% of the tours we compare include a professional guide, ensuring you get historical context for the Old Town and Equator markers. However, other amenities are less universal: only 36% include entry tickets, 18% cover hotel pickup and drop-off, and another 18% include meals. It is wise to check the specific itinerary before booking, as many operators charge for entrance fees or transport separately.
Duration varies widely depending on whether you choose a quick city highlight run or a full-day excursion. The typical duration spans from 4 hours up to 2.9 days, with a median length of 8 hours. Most standard sightseeing and cultural tours fall into the half-day to full-day window, allowing enough time to explore the historic center and cross the equator line comfortably.
You can book these experiences in 5 different languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, and French. Since 73% of the options include a guide, language availability is generally good, but it is always recommended to select your preferred language when filtering results to ensure your guide matches your needs.
Transportation methods are mixed, reflecting the need to cover both walking-heavy historic zones and distant equator sites. Walking is the most common mode, featured in 27% of the options, followed closely by bus (23%) and car (23%). A smaller share of tours (9%) include cable car access. Many comprehensive itineraries combine these modes, using vehicles for longer distances between the Old Town and the Mitad del Mundo monument.
The aggregated feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.89 stars across 162 pooled reviews. Travelers frequently use words like "amazing," "excellent organization," and "very knowledgeable" to describe their guides. Review themes highlight the cultural depth of the experience and the professionalism of the staff, making it one of the highly-rated activity groups in the region.
No, locals avoid it. Use bottled or filtered water only.
Acclimatize slowly. Drink coca tea and stay hydrated.
La Mariscal is busy but watch your belongings closely.
