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Popular Ecuador Tour Guides
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ecuador
Hello, My name is Elizabeth, I am a national tour guide in Ecuador, I am showing my beautiful country to our visitors around 10 years, I love to share information about my city and my country and show the different and beautiful places that we have in this small paradise. I love to know people from other places and cultures, to interchange points of view, life style, etc., It would be my pleasure to be part of this team, because I am sure that I can give excellent tours to your clients and promote tourism in Ecuador by giving great experiences to our visitors.
Gustavo T.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
Ecuador
Hello friends, my name is Gustavo, you can call me GUS. I am from Quito. I am a Certified National Tour Guide around 10 years, I have been part of this industry from 2006 when I started in a hotel. I am very passionate when I talk about my country, with my profession I have been able to discover many interesting and beautiful locations in Ecuador, I have had the opportunity to learn more about culture, costumes, music. I have lived all my life in Quito but in the last 10 years I have visited many places in my country that is why everywhere I go I feel in home nevertheless I love my city. I invite you to visit Ecuador. We have the Galapagos Island and I am sure you have heard about it, but Ecuador has more than that, we have Quito , the First Heritage of the Humanity, the Andes with many active volcanoes, the Cloud Forest, Coastal Region and one of the most fabulous places which is known as Amazonia where the nature is amazing. Ecuador is waiting for you now , you will be able to visit many things through your cell phone or computer but you have to come to discovered this amazing country any day to surprise yourselves.
Vivian V.
Ecuador
Hi, I’m Vivian and would love to tour you. I am the 4th licensed guide in Ecuador history, 54 years old and have toured for 32 years well over 8,000 travelers with nothing but highest reviews, over 4,000 positive comments letters on file. I am Ecuador’s longest serving, licensed guide and a commercially trained and licensed safe driver, never an accident, never a client hurt on tour. I am one of four elected, unpaid officers running our National Tour Guide Association. I tour all of Ecuador with specialties in and around the Quito, Mindo, Otavalo, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Banos areas as well as the Amazon. I used to be a tour leader for the Galapagos. I tour from one to fifty clients. I can change/adjust your tours right “on the fly” as we go along, am that flexible; my tours are not set in concrete. I am a U.S. Citizen as well as native Ecuadorian, part Andes indian. The guide you choose will be the difference in your day and trip. I have a happy disposition and many say I was like being with a, highly knowledgeable on Ecuador, friend. See on this site my excellent standard tours; I also can make Custom Tours for you. My average response time to letters is less than three hours, often immediate if not out on tour.
Gustavo R.
Ecuador
Hello! I'm Gus. I'm a professional tour guide in Ecuador. I've been showing the beauty of my country to thousands of tourists from all over the world for more than 2 decades; and it's my passion to be able to share this wonderful paradise in the middle of the world, where you can find nature, culture, adventure, gastronomy, history, and more... So, if you are thinking about a lifetime experience with excitement and interesting conversations, it will be my pleasure to take you around and show you the best of Ecuador!
New Ecuador Tour Guides
Maria esther S.
Ecuador
Hello, I am María a national tour guide in Ecuador I was born in Quito the beautiful capital of the country. I am highly interest in showing to my clients as much as I can of my country and the city through a little taste of the culture, history, art and people what do we have to offer you. I became a guide around 14 year ago where I had the opportunity to get my guide degree to start guiding my clients around Ecuador. I love the cities and also the nature both are part of my country and of course one of our highlights is the people. Ecuador is a little treasure in the middle of the world.
Liz D.
Ecuador
Hi, I’m Liz . I had been in the turism industry for 15 years and I really enjoy to welcome new visitors to my country. I will show you my country as a local then you can have the real taste of Ecuador.
Carolina H.
Ecuador
HELLO I'M CAROLINA, GUIDE OF PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCES IN NATURE. travel design for women Defender of spaces for children Guide of ancestral knowledge
Andrea V.
Ecuador
Hi! I'm Andrea a passionate TourGuide from the Ecuadorian Andes. Let's explore my country together and let me show you the roots of each place through history, landscapes, nature and fun. Welcome to the country of the 4 worlds.
Popular Ecuador Private Tours
The Best of Quito and the Middle of the World
Quito
7 hours
We will visit the Capital of Ecuador, Quito is a colonial city, where you can visit old and beautiful churches, we will walk along of the historical streets, we will be at 10.000 feet in Panecillo Hill, also you will stand in 2 hemispheries at the same time at the Middle of the World. We can visit local markets and see the daily live. As a local, I will tell you the history of Quito as well as our traditions and customs. I invite you come to visit my city Quito at the Middle of the world.
FROM$220/ per group
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Live Quito with all five sense
Quito
5 hours
To start from your hotel the driver and I will pick you up to take you to the Historical Center where we are going to take our first panoramic visit to the Basilica Church known by its beautiful new gotic arquitecture after this we go by car to the Independence Square where we will enjoy the local atmosphere of people and the Colonial buildings such us the Goverment Palace, after we go to visit what is consider one of the most spectacular churches in LatinAmerica La Compañia de Jesús.
FROM$135/ per person
Maria esther S.
Cero Latitud + Hummingbird garden
Quito
6 hours
Be part of an interactive experience in the Solar museum Intiñan. Take a picture in both hemispheres at the same time . Place an egg on top of a nail. Experience some other events that only occurs in the Equator. Later enjoy the visit of a hummingbird garden. Watch plenty of them and so close that you wouldn’t believe it.
FROM$90/ per person
Liz D.
City tour half day
Cuenca
3 hours 30 min
Cuenca is a Heritage UNESCO city, looking it’s good taste decoration and arquitecture you know why, it’s cobbled streets trapped you with his charm, those churches will tell us how good and sometimes not so good religious influence it had, we will see beautiful food markets, people in their traditional colorful garments wearing white Panama Hats and we will discover how is made, visiting one traditional factory, some special interest? Let us know.
FROM$80/ per group
Genaro P.
New Ecuador Private Tours
Papallacta High land, Hot Springs And Spa PrivateTour
Quito
8 hours
Papallacta is a small town in Ecuador, it is located in the Andean highlands in a unique natural environment at an altitude of 3, 250 m (10600 feet) in the Andes near the Eastern mountain range, near to the Amazon rainforest. Richness of hydrothermal waters in Papallacta is due its location. A volcanic complex with more than 3 million years of persistent activity called Chacana, consisting of a large volcanic caldera 35 kilometers North-South and 15 kilometers east - west, including small volcan
FROM$180/ per group
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
The heritage tour of the Humanity Old Quito
Pichincha
4 hours
Quito is a beautiful city, which has the bigger old town in South America. It's located at 2850 meters over sea level. In Quito we have the 4 seasons just in one day, it is in middle of the volcanoes and has nice view of the most highest.Quito is known for its treasures of colonial churches, paintings, sculptures and carvings. San Francisco square and church is for me one of the most beautiful places at the old town, you don't have to miss it.
FROM$150/ per group
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Otavalo Market, Cotacachi and Peguche Waterfall Private Tour
Quito
10 hours
Otavalo is Located in Imbabura Province, This place is Knowns like the lagoons Province, only two hours from Quito, It is one of the most important touristic destination in Ecuador, surrounded by mountains, lakes, rivers, streams and springs make this small city a paradise. Otavalo has a huge cultural wealth.
FROM$200/ per group
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Layover tour in Quito -half day tour
Quito
4 hours
If you have a layover in Quito, don't waste your time at the airport, instead of that I invite you to visit the most important spots in the Capital of Ecuador. Quito is a beautiful city, which has the biggest old town in South America. It's located at 2850 meters over sea level. Quito is known for its treasures of colonial churches, paintings, sculptures and carvings.I am a Quiteña (native from Quito), that is why I know really well my city and I can show you the most beautiful places.
FROM$160/ per group
Eliza B.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Popular Ecuador Private Cars
Quito and its old town with the cable car.
Quito
6 hours
You will see the old constructions in our old town, really beautiful churches where main altar is covered with gold . Cable car on Pichincha volcano to look at the city from the highest point in the city. In the lunch time your will enjoy of our dishes made with local ingredients. I good idea to see fruits in a local market. Chocolate to try the best cacao in the world,
FROM$150/ per group
Gustavo T.
5.00 / 5
(6 reviews)
Quito Old Town Highlights _ Private SUV (1-4 pax)
Quito
5 hours
Quito's old town is such a wonderful blend of architecture, art, and history. It's like a treasure trove of culture nestled on the slopes of the Pichincha Volcano. The way Inca and European influences have merged along the years bringing to live a mix a of cultures, races and customs.
FROM$100/ per group
Amen travel A.
Galapagos Adventure 5 Days_Mini Bus (12pax)
Galapagos
5 days
Explore the wonders of the Galapagos with our exceptional tour, offering unforgettable wildlife-watching experiences, a taste of Galapagos coffee, and an immersion into local culture. This exciting, tailor-made holiday perfectly balances activities with your needs. Your private Galapagos land tour showcases the natural highlights of this biodiverse paradise.
FROM$2,437/ per group
Edwin tours H.
Otavalo Adventure: Discover Kichwa Culture,& Crafts by Private Car (1-4pax)
Quito
8 hours
I want to give you, your family, or group a truly unique experience. Let me show you the place where I grew up, where breathtaking landscapes and diverse cultures have shaped my life. By sharing my personal journey, I’ll ensure your visit is unforgettable. Traveling by land adds to the adventure, offering a relaxing and safe way to immerse yourself in the beauty of this region.
FROM$150/ per group
Jorge travels V.
Ecuador Tour Reviews
“Perfect day in Mindo”
We had an absolutely wonderful day in Mindo seeing the cloud forest, the butterfly garden, the chocolate factory, and the hummingbird garden. Eliza was so knowledgeable about the area and always knew where to stop to look for birds and interesting plants. It was absolutely wonderful
Eliza B.
(7 reviews)Thanks Laura for your comments, it is nice to know that you enjoyed your tour, definitely we had a wonderful day together. You will be very welcome always. Cheers Elizabeth
“Mindo Cloud Forest Full Day Tour”
Rate this a 5 star, Eliza and the driver were great. Informative from both and they let us choose which order we wanted to see the attractions. The driver took no chances and we felt very safe.
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Pam B.
5 / 5
Jan 2, 2024
Otavalo, Indigenous, culture, traditions and markets.
Otavalo
9 hours
Jan 2, 2024
“Customized Tour Was Fabulous”
My family and I had a wonderful day with Gustavo (Gus). He worked with us to plan a perfect day traveling around Otavalo, Cotacachi, Cuicocha Cotacachi Cayapas, and Pegucha volcano waterfalls. His English is excellent and he shared an extensive amount of culture, history, geography, and current events with us on his beautiful country. His driving is great and he was very flexible and personable. We highly recommend Gus to anyone looking to learn about and enjoy Ecuador. Thanks for a fantastic day, Gus and happy new year to you and your family!
Gustavo T.
(6 reviews)Hi Pam I want to say “ thank you “ All of your family are great people . It was a big pleasure to show you some of my country . I hope you can return to visit the rest of Ecuador Have a great year Gus
Ecuador Private Tour Guide
Traveling to Ecuador? With a private tour guide you will be shown Ecuador through the eyes of a local. Traveling with a local allows you to experience Ecuador as authentically as possible, to appreciate and understand the culture in a deeper way.
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