Top Quito Trolley Tours

After your guide collects you from your hotel, set off an adventure around the city.  First, ascend to Quito’s famous viewpoint in a cable car. From 4,100 meters (13,000 feet) above sea level, you’ll see the city in all its splendor. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the historic center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Sight and stop to visit major attractions like the Presidential Palace, La Ronda, and the Cathedral.

Don’t worry about confusing and time-consuming public transit in Quito; instead, opt for a comprehensive full-day excursion which covers several city highlights and includes private transportation. Ideal for visitors with limited time in the city, visit the Basilica del Voto Nacional, tour the old town, and more in the company of a local guide, learning more than you could if exploring independently.

Explore the incredible range of historic and cultural influences on the city of Quito with this comprehensive three day tour. Learn about Ecuador's colonial past while walking through streets filled with old churches, squares and government buildings. Marvel at the wonders of the Compañia de Jesus Church and the Cathedral, Carondelet Palace. Afterwards ride on the cable car to the top of Cruz Loma Mountain to admire incredible views.

Venture away from the city and head into Ecuador’s more rural areas for a 3-day adventure. See volcanoes in Cotopaxi National Park, learn about indigenous culture in Tigua, swing over the Toachi Canyon, zipline over a river, and much more over the course of the tour. Avoid the hassle of planning and booking several hotels and activities with this package.

Cotopaxi Volcano is the centerpiece of Cotopaxi National Park. At more than 19,000 feet (nearly 6,000 meters), its snowy peak dominates the landscape of the park. During this full-day tour from Quito, travelers experience the volcano from many vantage points. Explore a lagoon favored by water birds, learn more about the area at an interpretive center, and hike up the flanks of Cotopaxi Volcano to a recently-renovated climbers' refuge to experience this active volcano up close.

Explore the rugged surroundings and stunning scenery of Cotopaxi National Park and Cotopaxi Volcano during this full-day trip. Enjoy a short hike into the Limpiopungo Valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-foot (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. If you’re feeling up for it, you’ll continue to the 16,500-foot (5,050-meter) Cotopaxi Glacier. This Cotopaxi day trip also includes national park fees, a guide, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional trip upgrade with lunch.

Escape the city and get back to nature during this memorable day of outdoor adventure. Follow your friendly guide to the hills of Cotopaxi National Park, where you'll look for local wildlife, revel in the biodiversity and encounter active volcanos up close. This hiking and biking experience is perfect for the active traveler.

Cover some of Quito's highlights, including the Middle of the World (Mitad del Mundo) and the Pululahua Crater, on this double-decker bus tour. During the half-day tour, you'll learn about the landmarks and popular attractions in Quito from your guide and enjoy VIP access to all of the attractions in the Middle of the World Complex.

Get a sense of the architecture, history, and culture of Quito during this private tour visiting the city’s top sights. Start with an exploration of the historic city center of this Ecuadorian capital, visiting its main Basilica, Independence Plaza, and many more colonial-era sites. Then take a trip aboard the Teleférico to a peak more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above the city for sublime views, finishing your day at ‘Mitad del Mundo,’ a monument marking where the earth’s equator splits the world into north and south.

With the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano (the second highest active volcano in the world) at its heart, Cotopaxi National Park provides a playground for outdoor adventure south of Quito. With this day trip, explore the park’s forests, mountains, lakes, and other ecosystems and your own pace with expertise from your own private naturalist guide.

- All Included: Lunch, Professional Bilingual Guide - Transportation - Tourist Transportation from Quito - Cotopaxi - Quito - Hiking and biking (biking only in shared tour) in the same tour - The biking activity is optional - Visit Jose Rivas Refuge 4897 meters - Visit Glaciers of the Volcano 5000 meters - Visit and tour of the Limpiopungo Lagoon - Professionalism and Quality of Service

Enjoy this full-day tour of Otavalo Marketplace, the largest Indigenous market in Latin America. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to Otavalo Marketplace, to browse stalls for colorful, artisan souvenirs and delicious flavors. See, too, the famous equator monument and stop in Peguche to visit a waterfall and a local family to learn about local music.

Check out two of Ecuador’s top natural attractions—the Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa lagoon—and their natural landscapes with ease on this day trip from Quito. Head to Cotopaxi National Park to see its snow-capped volcano—stopping to drink coca leaf tea on route to reduce altitude sickness—before visiting Limpiopungo Lagoon and Quilotoa’s turquoise caldera lagoon. Plus, during your trip, stop to browse a local market or two.

See where the equator divides the northern and southern hemispheres on this tour of the Middle of the World Monument from Quito. Climb aboard a 20th-century replica tram to head to the museum built to honor a French expedition and where numerous Ecuadorian crafts and items are displayed. This tour highlights one of Ecuador's most popular attractions and allows travelers plenty of time for exploring, shopping, and learning, too.

With this tour, you can save the hassle of organizing a rental vehicle and instead explore Quito on a trolley—a replica of one of the city’s old trams. As you ride in style, enjoy guide commentary to help you learn about the sights. Places passed along the way include the Basilica of the National Vow, Plaza San Francisco, the traditional neighborhood of La Ronda, and artisan workshops.

Take in the sights of Quito and its surroundings as you ride in the famous TeleferiQo cable car. Your private driver picks you up from your Quito hotel and transfers you to the cable car where you enjoy a ride to the observation deck. Take in the scenic views of the city, the Pichincha Volcano, and if the conditions are right, several other Andean Mountains in the distance.

Embark on an unforgettable journey that seamlessly blends culture, science, and breathtaking vistas with our 'Middle of the World and Teleferico Tour.' Explore the historical significance of the Equator line at the Middle of the World Museum, where you'll stand on the very divide between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Immerse yourself in interactive experiments at the Intiñan Museum, from balancing eggs on nails to witnessing the Coriolis effect in action. Then, elevate your adventure to new heights as you ascend to the sky aboard the Teleferico, where stunning Andean landscapes and majestic volcanoes await your gaze. Our certified guides will accompany you every step of the way, enriching your experience with fascinating insights and stories. Don't miss this unique opportunity to straddle two hemispheres and soar above the clouds – reserve your spot on our Middle of the World and Teleferico Tour today for a day of discovery, wonder, and lasting memories

Experience the best of Quito on this replica traditional tram tour. Trundle through the Ecuadorian capital’s colonial and modern neighborhoods; and hear tales of the city’s history and culture you might miss if alone. See the Plaza Grande and Basilica of the National Vow; admire panoramic views, and savor local ice cream (own cost). Monday tours bring the chance to watch the Changing of the Guard at the Presidential Palace.

Explore the capital of Ecuador and visit the “Middle of the World” on a private tour of Quito. Roam the streets of the old city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the history of the old Spanish colony. Then head to the Equator Museum to see the “middle of the world” and conclude the day with a ride on Quito’s cable car.

Get to know the culture, history, and natural beauty of Quito in just one day during this city tour and cable car combo adventure. Start with a trip on the famous cable car, which takes you to more than 13,287 feet (4,050 meters) above sea level and offers panoramic views over the city and the Pichincha Volcano. Then, explore a variety of historic sites, including the Basilica of the National Vow, the Archbishop's Palace, and more.

Take in views of Quito and the ring of volcanoes that surround the city on this half-day guided tour. First, climb aboard a cable car and rise above the Ecuadorian city. Following that, explore by horseback the Pichincha Volcano to a height of 15,000 feet (4,600 meters) and catch views of snow-capped volcanic peaks and the Andean landscape.

This two-day tour gets you out of the city and takes you to two scenic locales. First, travel to Cotopaxi National Park with its pristine forests, rugged mountains, and picturesque lagoons. Then visit Baños de Agua Santa, which is known for its its mineral-rich hot springs and proximity to the nearby Amazon Basin.

The effort has its reward, the contact with nature, near the city of Quito and upon arriving at the Rucu Pichincha observe the expectation offered by this Volcano. It is a good place for acclimatizing to the people that come for hiking and trekking in the mountains of Ecuador. We pick up from your hotel at 8H30 in the morning towards to the TeleferiQo of Quito where stars our adventure the Ruco Pichincha Volcano.