The cable car has become one of the main attractions of Quito since it opened its doors in 2005. The cable car is an excellent option to have a panoramic view of the Pichincha Volcano and the landscape of Quito. It starts at 2,950 meters above sea level and reaches 4,050 meters above sea level: the crest of Cruz Loma, next to the Pichincha volcano. It has 18 cars, which will go up the mountain range for 10 minutes. At 4050 meters, you will be greeted by a large scenic landscape. The páramo of the Pichincha volcano, at the top of Cruz Loma, offers a spectacular view of the entire city of Quito. If the climate favors you can see some major elevations of the Andes mountain range such as the Cayambe, the Antisana, the Cotopaxi, the Pasochoa, the Rumiñahui. Besides the beautiful view offered, here is the Andean landscape, the cold wilderness with almost straight, flat road to the summit of Rucu Pichincha, Pichincha most visible elevation from Quito.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $118.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:02 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Transfer from your hotel to the Cable Car. The ascent to the top of the hill Cruz Loma lasts 10 minutes and starts at 2950 m above sea level then we reach an altitude of 4053 m above sea level (extension: 2.5 km), where there is an observation deck with panoramic view of the city.
Please specify your pickup location. We don't pick up travelers from airport hotels. It requieres a supplement.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Quito TeleferiQo Cable Car Private Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $68 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 $118. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 11 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Please specify your pickup location. We don't pick up travelers from airport hotels. It requieres a supplement. Pickup points include Hotel Real Audiencia, Villa Colonna Quito.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Specialized infant seats are available Infant seats unavailable Infants must not sit on laps
Not stroller accessible Not wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Ecuador Wonders Tour Operator.
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Gloria was very knowledgeable and made our TelefériQo hike a wonderful experience. She shared helpful tips, explained everything clearly, and was very friendly and attentive throughout the hike. We’re very happy to have had her as our guide and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a great guide!
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Great experience! Alex led our small group on a hike and gave so much good and interesting information.
Thank you very much for your feedback and high rating!
We had just an afternoon in Quito and this 4 hr round trip was perfect! Fabian was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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Fabian was an excellent guide both thru the city and up on the mountain. He told us stories and answered our questions. I was a lovely experience.
Dear Burchell, thank you very much for your review and high assessment of our work, we are very pleased.
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