Quito Unleashed!

Matt Jowett

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Quito, Ecuador's vibrant capital. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in rich culture, and witness breathtaking landscapes. From soaring cable car rides to captivating museums, this itinerary promises an unforgettable journey for solo travelers.

Trip to Quito

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Viator

Day 1Aerial Wonders and Urban Treasures

$42

$ 2

Attraction with a cablecar lift to the top of a mountain for high-altitude hikes & panoramic views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

14 - 17 min

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Small museum in a 1565 hospital featuring exhibits about Quito's history & a tranquil courtyard.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$11

Day 2Cathedrals, Churches, and Panoramic Views

$19

16th-century domed church with neoclassical architecture & 4 colorful, dramatic chapels.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Iconic baroque church, built from 1605–1765, known for its elaborately carved, gilded interior.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$19

4 - 6 min

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Place of worship including a neo-Gothic altarpiece, with 16th & 17th-century paintings & sculptures.

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

25 - 38 min

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Hilltop statue of a winged Virgin Mary made of aluminum, on a pedestal & standing 30 m. tall.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Water Tales and Presidential Power

$15

Contemporary museum with exhibits highlighting the scientific & social significance of water.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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1801 palace housing government offices & presidential quarters, with areas open to the public.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4Gothic Splendor and Celestial Gazing

$30

Monumental 19th-century church featuring ornate neo-Gothic styling & city views from its towers.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$11

8 - 12 min

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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

Day 5Artisan Delights and Historic Squares

$ 2

Lively covered market with vendors selling Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other traditional crafts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Grand plaza & park in the heart of old Quito, lined with monumental government & church buildings.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6National Heritage and Cultural Gems

$15

Art & cultural artifacts tracing national history, including pre-Columbian gold & ancient ceramics.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Part of Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, auditorium hosting diverse concerts & artistic performances.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Botanical Bliss and Equatorial Wonders

$27

$ 2

Sprawling green space with Japanese gardens, a bonsai collection & a boating lagoon with fountains.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$11

40 - 48 min

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Museum showcasing exhibits from places on the equator, plus equator-related science experiments.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

Day 8Artistic Inspiration and Humanitarian Legacy

$38

Museum dedicated to sculptor & painter Oswaldo Guayasamín in the artist's former hillside home.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$19

1 - 2 min

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Museum honoring Latin Americans with extensive artworks by Oswaldo Guayasamín & artifacts.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$19

Day 9Standing at the Middle of the World

$27

Stone monument along the equator & a plaza where visitors can stand with a foot in each hemisphere.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$26

Day 10Conquering Cotopaxi's Majestic Heights

$38

Expansive national park offering sweeping mountain views, a variety of trails, campsites & lodges.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $251 In total

Activities & Food:$248

Transport:$4