Quito's Equatorial Line Tour & Cable Car
Description
Experience the enchantment of the equator and delve into captivating demonstrations on this guided excursion to the Equatorial Line and the Intiñan Museum. Additionally, you will enjoy a ride on Quito's cable car, a truly memorable adventure!
Comprehensive Tour of Quito's Equatorial Landmarks
At the scheduled time, we will collect you from your accommodation in Quito to commence our journey. In under 40 minutes, we will arrive at our first stop: the Equatorial Line.
We will begin at the Zero Point Museum, an excellent venue to learn about the Earth's equator along with its equinoxes and solstices. Following this, our next destination will be the Intiñan Interactive Museum, where you can engage in intriguing experiments, such as experiencing the Coriolis effect and balancing an egg on a nail.
Next, we will travel to the town of Mitad del Mundo, or Middle of the World, to visit the prominent monument delineating the equatorial line. Here, you will have the chance to explore artisan shops and visit the complimentary beer and cocoa museums, finishing with a delightful chocolate tasting.
Before proceeding to our next location, enjoy some leisure time for lunch with suggestions for local dining options nearby.
Re-energized, our next stop will be the Quito cable car. From this vantage point, situated at over 4,000 meters (13,123 feet) above sea level, you can appreciate the breathtaking views of the city of Quito.
To conclude our tour, we will visit the monument of the Virgen del Panecillo, which provides stunning panoramic views and splits the city into two halves. Here, you will explore the museum and capture memorable photographs of the skyline.
After a fulfilling 8 to 9 hours, we will return to your hotel, wrapping up a wonderful day.
Pickup Information
Please note that the service for hotel pickup and drop-off is available for guests located in the historic center of Quito and its surrounding areas. Should your accommodation lie outside this zone, we will reach out to arrange an alternative meeting location.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Transport by bus or minibus
- English–speaking guide
- Admission to Zero Point Museum
- Admission to Intiñan Museum
- Chocolate tasting
What's not included
- Admission to the Middle of the World: 5USD per person
- Cable car ticket: 9USD per person
- Lunch
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Accessible only for folding chairs. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Quito at the indicated time. Please be ready to go, at the reception, at least 10 minutes in advance.
Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off services are included in this activity for those staying in historic center of Quito and its surroundings. If your hotel is outside this designated area, we'll meet you instead at La Tribuna de los Shyris. You can check the exact meeting point at the following Google Maps link.
Additional Info
We recommend bringing a coat for visiting the Cable Car.
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