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Quito tour
Our Tour with Ximae was awesome.. She was so informative , patient and delightful. Thank you for the last minute booking - it filled our day in Quito.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review!
Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5–6 hours
- Price from
- $89 / person
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 71 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Ecuador Best Tours
Description
Enjoy the most stunning view of Quito from the best viewpoint of the city, located at 13,000 feet above sea level (4.100 m.), right on top of Pichincha volcano! Gain elevation in short time, at the comfort of a modern cable car, and be escorted by a friendly and knowledgeable local tour guide. Do an exciting and flexible walk around the old town of Quito with all the safety and privacy you need! Discover Quito's highlights without spending your time waiting for other travelers..!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12–95)
- $89
- Child (ages 4–11)
- $39
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Quito
Your tour guide will pick you up at 9:00 a.m. from your hotel, due to the splendid view from the viewpoint of "Cruz Loma" (4.100 m.- 13,451 ft) on Pichincha volcano.
TeleferiQo Quito
To go up there you will take a cable car ride that takes from 10 to 15 minutes per way, depending on the atmospheric conditions. You start from an altitude of 3.045 meters above sea level (9,990 ft), up until 4.100 meters at the top (13,451 ft). You will enjoy an unforgettable view of Quito, and if the weather helps, the amazing snow-capped volcanoes: Cotopaxi (5.898 m), Antisana (5.753 m) and Cayambe (5.790 m).
Quito Old Town
In the afternoon you will visit the colonial town of Quito, which is the first World Cultural Heritage Site (UNESCO 1978). Before we start the walk, you can have a little break for a drink, or a small lunch; if it is necessary your experienced tour guide can give you different valuable recommendations and options!
Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
During your walk, you will pass through the Independence Square, scenery of many dramatic battles of revolution in the history of the Republic of Ecuador. You will have the opportunity to visit the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, the Church of the Secret Society of Jesus of Quito, summit of the Latin American Baroque style
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
the charming neighbourhood of "La Ronda", and the Church and Convent of San Francisco, built in 1540.
El Panecillo
Then you'll have the opportunity to drive uphill way, to visit the top of "El Panecillo", where the winged Virgin Mary of Quito is located, and it is considered the tallest aluminium statue of the world! Then you will finish this fantastic and memorable excursion approximately at 3:00 p.m.
What's included
Included
Certified English speaking guide
Private transport
Not included
Meals
Cable Car Ride
Church La Compañia de Jesús (Optional)
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 9:00 a.m.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
71 reviews
How it compares in Quito
- Starting price $89 is 10% below the typical $99 for tours of similar length in Quito
Excurgo comparison of 999 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 10 C° - 22 C° / 50 F° - 71,6 F
- Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour take?
Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour cost?
Prices start at $89 per person for this Quito experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $39, adults from $89.
Can I cancel Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 9:00 a.m. Pickup points include Hotel Blue Inn, Olympus Plaza.
What languages is Cable Car and Quito Private City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(71)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
T
Fun tour for highlights of Quito
This was a fun tour for a small group. We saw amazing views at the top of the cable car. We enjoyed learning about the city. The chocolate tasting was great. Our tour guide, Ximena, was the best. She was knowledgeable and made sure that we were having fun!
Operator response
Thank you so much for visiting with our team!
L
Best day in Quito
Our guide Luis was fantastic. Fun, knowledgeable and respectful. He went above and beyond. Would do it again!
Operator response
Thank you very much!! It was a pleasure, we hope you enjoyed your visit to Quito, and we also hope to see you again back in our beloved country.
T
Great half-day tour of Quito
This tour was a great way to see the highlights of Quito in a half day. Guide Ximena is a Quito native and knew all the interesting places to go, and when to get there to avoid crowds. The tour started and ended at the front door of my hotel, so this was a no-hassle way to tour Quito.
Operator response
Thank you very much!! We are glad to know that you loved your visit to Quito with our guide!!
B
Best way to see Quito
We had the best day! Great guide with local knowledge which n made the tour interesting and informative
Operator response
Thank you very much for exploring Quito in a safe and interesting way with our tour guide!! It was a pleasure!!
A
Fabulous tour! Got to see...
Fabulous tour! Got to see a lot of the city, learned a ton and got to try some yummy food. The tour guide even took unique photos of us that I will cherish
Operator response
Thank you very very much for visiting Quito with our team!
C
Diana was an excellent...
Diana was an excellent tour guide - very knowledgeable regarding history and culture of Ecuador. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you very much for visiting Quito with us!! It was a real pleasure!!
H
Great trip
Great experience. Luis was extremely friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. He treated us wonderfully. He was flexible and understanding of our needs and wishes
Operator response
Dear guests, Thank you very much for choosing us to explore Quito. We are glad to know that you felt very comfortable with our tour guide. Welcome to Ecuador!!
3
Comprehensive and Safe Quito city tour
We loved our guide Diana and our driver Marcelo was excellent. For our first full day in Quito, we booked this Ecuador’s Best Tour of the city. We live at sea level in Seattle and wanted to take it easy due to Quito’s high elevation. We were also concerned about safety in an unfamiliar city after a couple of days of exhausting travel. So we appreciated the guide and driver very much. We enjoyed every stop on our tour. Diana walked with us every step of the way, patiently answered all of our questions and helped us understand the culture of Ecuador. Later, after we got back from the Galapagos, we learned that some of the group members had gone exploring on their own and were robbed of expensive items in Old Quito, so I was especially appreciative of the excellent guidance of Diana and Marcelo. I never felt unsafe, and Quito has a better police presence than Seattle, including touristic police, but as a stranger in a new city, we can be at a disadvantage on our own, even though we use money belts and phone lanyards when traveling.
Operator response
Thank you so much for exploring Quito with the experts!!
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Cable car
It was a great view, but the trail,after the cable car was quite challenging to make it to the top of the mountainside which is at over 9,000 feet
Operator response
Thank you very much for sharing your nice experience!! Next time better tell your guide that you don't want to walk at high altitude areas please, nothing is mandatory to be done...
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