Travel Idea Including Ecuador

Itinerary:

Quito is the perfect place to begin exploring Ecuador. Our Quito City Stop Overs allows you to visit the historic sites of Quito's Old Town and the city's dozens of museums; visit some of its hundreds of shops, cafes, and restaurants. If this isn't enough then considering taking advantage of the plethora of excursions, hikes and climbs in the surrounding area that A.I. can assist you with. If you haven't seen Quito, you haven't seen Ecuador!

Day 1. Arrive in Quito

Your guide will be waiting to escort you from the airport to your hotel. Overnight stay in your choice of a tourist, first class or deluxe hotel.

Day 2. Quito

Today is spent discovering what was once the ancient Incan capital of Quito on a full day city tour.

A comprehensive city tour includes visits to residential neighbourhoods at the northern end of the city, visiting the "Guapulo Mirador", passing through the 12 of October Avenue up to the Culture House and the Legislative Palace (Congress) where the rock murals that are related to the history of Ecuador can be appreciated. The tour will then continue through the Gran Colombia Avenue up to the Basilica Church, we will make a brief stop and next the "San Juan Mirador" will be waiting with a beautiful sight of Colonial Quito.

Walking through the colonial streets we will then stop at the Independence Plaza admiring the Cathedral, the Government's Palace, and the Archiepiscopal palace. Furthermore, we will visit La Compania Church where adornments and gold altars can be appreciated, a visit to the Sagrario Church and San Francisco which was built in the XVII century will be also done (entrances are not included) Then we will be heading to the "Panecillo Mirador" (entrance is included) a beautiful place from where a sight of colonial and modern Quito will be taken.

(NOTE: The above city tour description is to be used as a guide only as actual sites visited may vary.)

We then journey north to the equator where your guide will show the differences in the gravitational influence either side of the equatorial line as well as a brief over view of indigenous cultures.

We return to your hotel of choice in the early evening. BL

Day 3. Depart Quito

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay in Quito and surrounds or in the magical Galapagos Islands. B

PRICES FROM:

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NOTES:

• Ecuador departure tax $40.80 USD
• Local currency is USD
• Time Zone: GMT/UTC -5
• Dialling Code: 592
• Electricity: 120V, 60Hz
• Weights & measures: Metric

HOTELS:

Hotel Vieja Cuba (M), Casa Aliso (F), Hotel Le Parc (D)

Other hotel options available on request

DEPARTURE:

Departs daily

PRICE INCLUDES:

• Arrival and Departure transfers
• 2 Nights accommodation
• All entrance fees, all bus, boat and train tickets if applicable
• Quito City Tour
• Baggage handling at airports and at hotels
• All meals as listed B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

NOT INCLUDED

• Visa fees (if required)
• Passport & Visa Costs
• Vaccination Costs
• Personal Spending Money
• Meals where not listed
• Drinks
• International Flights
• Travel Insurance
• Airport departure taxes
• Border taxes or fees

Package Departures

Please call us to inquire about departure dates

Package Information

Cafe Cultura, Quito, Ecuador (hotel)

Patio Andaluz, Quito, Ecuador (hotel)

Jardin del Sol, Quito, Ecuador (hotel)

Visas:

At the time of booking we will advise you of any visas or other documentation that will be required prior to your arrival.

Costs relating to the issue of visas or related documentation are the responsibility of the traveler.

As visa requirements change it is your responsibility to ensure that the correct documentation and visas are obtained before traveling. Failure to do so may result in your not being able to join the trip.

 

Travel Insurance:

It is a condition of booking that all clients have comprehensive travel insurance. AI can offer Travel Insurance for your trip. Please request a quote when booking.

Disclaimer:

Prices based on per person, twin/double share, unless otherwise noted, and pre-set group minimum numbers. Prices & itineraries are correct at the time of printing. Itineraries & prices may change due to currency fluctuations, local conditions or events outside the control of A.I and her local operators. Please see our booking terms & conditions for full details.