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Best Day Trips from Quito

UNESCO colonial centre at 2,850 m, the equator monument, Galápagos flights from the airport. Curated day-trip ideas from Quito — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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Day trips from Quito

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12h

Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Within the Cotopaxi National Park is the active Cotopaxi volcano, an elevation of 5,897 meters above sea level located in the Andes Mountains and an exceptional variety of flora...

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $59 a person

11h

Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Quito with Entrance Fees daily

At three hours from Quito we find the Ecological Reserve Los Ilinizas where one of its main attractions is the turquoise lagoon that is located in the crater of Quilotoa, the...

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From $59 a person

14h

Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities

In just one day you will visit the main attractions of Baños, you will be able to see the Devil´s Cuadrol waterfall, the swing at the end of the world and you will pass on a cable...

Top-rated · 5.0★
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From $89 a person

9h to 10h

Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Volcanoes Tour All-in-One Day Trip from Quito

Approximate duration: 10 hours Description: This tour is perfect for travelers with limited time in Ecuador who want to visit two of the country’s most iconic destinations in one...

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $240 a person

10h

Quilotoa Lagoon and Volcanoes Avenue Day Trip with Entrances

Enjoy a full day tour to the Quilotoa Lagoon from Quito.

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $89 a person

Cotopaxi Volcano Tour from Quito – Day Trip to the Andes

Cotopaxi National Park is located in the eastern mountain range of the Andes.

4.9★ · 74 reviews
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From $200 a person

8h to 9h

Papallacta Thermals Pools Private Day Trip from Quito

Visit the village of Papallacta and spend the enjoying a number of customizable activities at one of the most beautiful thermal hot springs Resort and Spa in this area.

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From $113 a person

3h 30m

Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings

Are you looking for a tour that mixes history, culture and gastronomy?

Top-rated · 5.0★
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From $40 a person

12h

Mindo Cloud Forest Full Day Tour from Quito

Enjoy the Mindo cloud forest with the experts, we will take you to the best attractions.

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $59 a person

Full-Day Tour Cotopaxi National Park - All included from Quito

Enjoy a day trip to Cotopaxi Volcano located inside the National Park.

Top-rated · 4.7★
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From $89 a person

12h to 14h

Quilotoa Full Day Tour - All included with Quito pick up & drop off

This is a full day tour from Quito to visit the Quilotoa Lagoon, an incredible turquoise-colored lake located inside the caldera of an active volcano.

4.8★ · 78 reviews
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From $69 a person

Full Day City tour of Quito -All main attractions WITH ADMISSIONS

Experience the most complete Quito City Tour and discover Ecuador's capital in just one unforgettable day.

Top-rated · 5.0★
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From $130 a person

7h to 8h

Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip from Quito – Birdwatching & Adventure

Exploring Mindo Cloud Forest is a good opportunity to be in touch with nature and is so close to Quito City (2 hours).

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From $295 a person

Private Day Tour of Quito and Middle of the World

Visit the first Unesco site in the World, with spring like weather is home of the largest, best preserved Colonial Architecture in the Americas, where people will welcome you with...

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From $89 a person

11h

Quilotoa Lagoon and Indian Markets in One Day from Quito

With this day tour you get the opportunity to visit the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater lake, located about 2.5 hours south of Quito this emerald colored lake is one of a kind.

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From $74 a person

12h

Quilotoa Tour Full Day With Lunch

Quilotoa lagoon is the most beautiful lagoon in Ecuador, we will make some stops before we go to the lake.

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From $75 a person

7h to 8h

Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour

Enjoy the most complete, exciting and flexible full day trip in Quito!

4.8★ · 73 reviews
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From $62 a person

2h to 6h

Mitad del Mundo daily tour Hop On - hop off

On this special tour to the Middle of the World you will have the freedom to choose the destination you want to visit.

4.5★ · 78 reviews
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From $35 a person

8h to 9h

Mindo Cloud Forest (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

Mindo is a town located at northwest of Quito, 2 hours driving.

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From $113 a person

Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way

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Top-rated · 5.0★
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From $130 a person

11h to 12h

White Water River Rafting Day Trip from Quito

Start an early day trip from Quito to enjoy one of the best adventure days of Ecuador!

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From $229 a person

7h to 8h

Otavalo Market (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of...