QUITO GETAWAY
From $569/Person
QUITO, the capital of Ecuador, is 9,200 feet high in the Andes and located only 13 miles from the “Middle of the World”, the Equatorial Line. Set in a hollow at the foot of the Pichincha Volcano, Quito is surrounded by hills and several snowcapped mountains. Its historic center or “Old Town”, known for its treasures of Colonial churches, monasteries, paintings, sculptures and carvings, and the magnificent blend of Spanish, Flemish, and Moorish architecture, is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Si…
Highlights
- Hotel accommodations for 3 nights
- Round trip airport transfers
- Daily buffet breakfast
- City tour of Quito including Equatorial Line Monument
- Document holder and luggage tags
- Hotel Taxes and service charges
Included
- Accommodation at mentioned hotels (or similar) in double or single (adding supplement) occupancy as per request including daily breakfast.
- English/Spanish-speaking guide.
- Noted transfers & visits with transportation.
- Noted meals.
- Entrance fees.
Excluded
- Any meal or beverage not specified.
- Any air ticket or service not specified.
- Medical Services, travel insurance.
- Tips & personal expenses.
Itinerary
Day01/04
- Day 01
Quito
Welcome to Quito! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure to acclimatize to the altitude. - Day 02
Quito
Start today’s tour in the historic district, or “Old Town” and see the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral and the Monument dedicated to the heroes of 1809 and their “First Cry of Independence” from Spanish monarchy. On the way to San Francisco Square, visit the Jesuit church of La Compañia, before heading to the Equatorial Line Monument called the “Middle of the World” and stand in both, the Northern and Southern Hemispheres simultaneously. (B, L) - Day 03
Quito
Visit the famous indigenous Otavalo open market and wander around various stands set in the central square. Shop for hand made textiles, wooden decorations, Andean musical instruments, hats, jewelry and a variety of local souvenirs. Our guide will take you to visit the nearest town called Peguche which is known for its weavers and to visit a workshop of wind instruments. The next village is Cotacachi, were its residents are skilled manufactures of leather goods, and then we will head to the crater lake Cuicocha which will amaze guests with its beautiful setting. Guests will return to Quito for an overnight stay. (B) - Day 04
Quito to USA (or extend your stay)
At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight back home. (B)
Accommodation
Hotels
HILTON COLON QUITO
3 Nights
Hilton Colon Quito is located in the heart of Ecuador's capital, only 20 minutes away from the airport, in the financial district with easy access to the colonial sector of the city.
Notes
All rates are per person, based on double occupancy.
Extra nights, single and triple occupancy available upon request.
Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout periods.