Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day
At a glance
- Duration
- 8–10 hours
- Price from
- $210 / person
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- CarpeDM Adventures
- Meeting point
- Our Go FAR / CarpeDM Operations office are located next door to the Secret Garden Hostel.
Description
In the fleeting embrace of time, the vast tapestry of Ecuador unfolds before you. Picture this: a caldera, spanning a vast three kilometers, its birth a testament to nature's raw power, carved from the earth by a cataclysmic eruption some eight centuries ago. And then, the towering majesty of one of the planet's highest active volcanoes, standing as a sentinel of nature's fiery heart. As you find respite in the historic charm of Quito, remember, each stop on this journey is but a brief interlude, a mere 30 minutes. Yet, in that half-hour, vistas of unparalleled beauty unfurl, beckoning you to capture their essence in frames that will forever echo the spirit of Ecuador.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:20 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 1–80)
- $210
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cotopaxi National Park
7:20 Departure to Cotopaxi National Park. We stop for 30 min and you can enjoy the view and take some nice pics there. (Cotopaxi It´s a perfectly symmetrical cone, covered in a thick blanket of snow and ice, the Cotopaxi is one of the tourist highlights in Ecuador and it’s most visited and climbed volcano).
10:30am Departure to Quilotoa Loop. We stop for 30 min and you can enjoy the view and take some nice pics there. (IIt´s a water-filled caldera, was formed by the collapse of this dacite volcano following a catastrophic VEI-6 eruption about 800 years ago).
15:30pm Departure to Quito 18:00pm We drop you off Go F.A.R / CarpeDM Operations office
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Not included
Lunch and personal expenses
Tips
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
10 reviews
How it compares in Quito
- Starting price $210 is 51% above the typical $139 for tours of similar length in Quito
Excurgo comparison of 1,001 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day take?
Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day lasts about 8–10 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day cost?
Prices start at $210 per person for this Quito experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:20 AM.
Can I cancel Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our Go FAR / CarpeDM Operations office are located next door to the Secret Garden Hostel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CarpeDM Adventures.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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