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Quito Unleashed

Darwin Galarraga

Darwin Galarraga

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Quito, Ecuador. Discover hidden gems, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this vibrant city.

Trip to Quito

Day 1Secos, Cable Cars, and Museums
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$64

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
11 - 14 min

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TelefériQo Cable Car
Attraction with a cablecar lift to the top of a mountain for high-altitude hikes & panoramic views.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
13 - 16 min

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Alberto Mena Caamaño Museum
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
42 - 51 min

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Los tres guabos
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$20
20 - 24 min

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South Metropolitan Park
Extensive trails through sprawling parkland, with bike paths & viewpoints over surrounding hills.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Colonial Charm and Artistic Wonders
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$52

La Colmena
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Pre-Columbian Art Museum House of Praise
Vast collection of pre-Columbian art & artifacts in stylish, contemporary displays.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
6 - 9 min

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Carondelet Palace
1801 palace housing government offices & presidential quarters, with areas open to the public.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Cafeteria Fabiolita
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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Manuela Sáenz Museum
Paintings, weapons & documents unpacking the dramatic story of a 19th-century revolutionary heroine.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8
Day 3Volcanoes, Cafés, and Stunning Views
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$34

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$ 2

Rinconcito Peruano
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
98 - 118 min

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Pichincha Volcano
Active stratovolcano with hiking & climbing, plus the panoramic TelefériQo gondola at its foothills.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
85 - 102 min

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Café Mosaico
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
11 - 16 min

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Parque Itchimbía
Forested park with hiking trails & an ornate, 19th-century glasshouse full of rare trees & orchids.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Craters, Parks, and Gastronomic Delights
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$34

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$ 2

El Crater
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
30 - 36 min

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Pululagua
Hiking & horseback riding in a protected volcanic caldera rich in orchids, mimosa & butterflies.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
53 - 64 min

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Parque Bicentenario
Expanse of tree-lined walkways, sports facilities & ornamental gardens across a disused airport.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Conchitas Y Cazuelas
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
Day 5Balconies, Reserves, and Archaeological Treasures
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$40

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$ 3

Balcon Del Mundo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
12 - 15 min

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Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
Ecological reserve spanning across the mountainous landscape surrounding the Pululahua volcano.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
46 - 56 min

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Parque Arqueológico Rumipamba
Stone walls, ceramics & the remains of tombs from ancient villages dating back to 1500 BC.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Terraza De Guapulo
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$22
9 - 14 min

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Parque Guápulo
Sprawling green area with 2 lagoons, sports courts & a playground, plus palm & eucalyptus groves.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Ceviches, Gardens, and Botanical Marvels
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$50

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$ 1

Pedro Y Pablo ceviches
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
8 - 12 min

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Parque La Alameda
City park with an astronomical observatory, a statue of Simón Bolívar & a lake with boat rentals.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Parque El Ejido
Large, tree-filled park with paths, weekend art exhibitions & vendors selling food & crafts.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Columbus
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$22
8 - 12 min

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Quito Botanical Gardens
Sprawling green space with Japanese gardens, a bonsai collection & a boating lagoon with fountains.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$8
Day 7Cebiches, Extreme Adventures, and Metropolitan Parks
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$40

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$ 3

Los Cebiches de la Rumiñahui
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
13 - 16 min

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Nayón Xtreme Valley
Jungle recreation area with zip lines, ropes courses & hanging bridges, plus treehouse lodging.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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La Vecindad de Los Cuates
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$28
9 - 11 min

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Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua
Elevated nature area with wooded trails & viewing decks overlooking the city, plus native alpacas.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 8Traditional Cuisine and Natural Beauty
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$44

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$ 2

Restaurante La Casona Palmar Del Valle
Somos un restaurante de comida costeña especializado en la preparación de alimentos al instante con un toque único ofreciendo una amplia variedad de platos.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
34 - 41 min

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Pasochoa
Sweeping area views are the draw to this moderate-sized peak, located in a sprawling nature reserve.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
Day 9Exploring Parks and Majestic Landscapes
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$65

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$ 2

Jurgen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Parque La Carolina
Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
71 - 86 min

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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$28
70 - 84 min

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Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
Expansive national park offering sweeping mountain views, a variety of trails, campsites & lodges.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
Day 10Coastal Vibes, Hiking, and Relaxation
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$36

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$ 3

Luz De Mar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
18 - 22 min

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Ilaló
Inactive volcano summit popular with hikers for panoramas of the surrounding countryside.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
47 - 57 min

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Patas Arriba
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$26
12 - 15 min

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Metropolitano La Armenia Park
Large, wooded park with picnicking & camping areas, plus a dog run, sculptures & sports fields.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $473 In total

Activities & Food:$458
Transport:$16