Quito Past & Present
Go back in time to understand the daily living of the ancient Kitu Kara culture settled around the Pichincha Volcano. Explore unique areas with original arqueological remains like graves and culuncos or hidden trails used for trading. Have a look to ancient funerary rituals.
Continue to a look of the present of the city with a visit of the Cable Car from which you have the best views of the Quito and Apus (volcanoes ) protecting it.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Parque Arqueológico Rumipamba
Considered as one of the best arqueological sites inside the city with original pieces from the ancient Kitu Kara culture . A mixture of history and nature. Enjoy a unique view of the past and present.
Teleférico
One of the most visited attractions of the city. Enjoy a ride of about 15 mins from the base to the top and catch a glimpse of the city as well as the different ecosystems of the paramo. Once on top go on a hike to see the whole city and some other volcanoes surrounding it. Relax on the only swing at 14.000 feet /4700 mts
Ending Point
At your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide
Transportation (SUV)
Gasoline fee
Entrance to the cable car 9usd
Entrance to Rumipamba site is free
Tips
Tour Important Information
This tour includes a medium effort walk at a high elevation 9.000 feet- 14.000 feet . 2800 mts - 4000 mts
Wear comfortable or hiking shoe.
Rain jacket or windbreaker or recommended.
Important message from the supplier
I am not available on Mondays due to car restrictions of circulation in the city of Quito.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Liz D.
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.
Reviews
Raylene R.
“A Fabulous Day with Hummingbirds, the Rainforest, and the Equator”
We had the absolutely best day with Liz D. She was so knowledgable, and outgoing, and accommodating. We learned so much, and had an incredible experience… feeding hummingbirds from our hand, hiking along the Alambi river, seeing how coffee plants start and learning how the beans are harvested. Our trip to the Equator Museum, was equally as enjoyable. We loved the hands-on activities, and we especially got a kick about the lesson on head-shrinking. The guides at Cero Latitud were so much fun, were loaded with information to share, and had such energy. We would go with Liz D. on another tour, in a heartbeat.
$50/ per person
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