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Quito, the capital of Ecuador, is located in an altiplano, just 25 km. south of the Equator. It has been declared a world Cultural Heritage Site.
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Q-1 Quito City Tour (Daily – 3 hours)
Start at modern Quito on to the impressive colonial district and its churches, buildings and cloisters containing large collections of colonial art, painting and carvings.
Will visit the Independence Square limited by four main buildings: The Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the City Hall and the Cathedral. Will continue to La Compañía Church, one of the richest in America; the San Agustín Monastery and its astounding Sala Capitular where the first Act of Independence was signed; and the San Francisco Church that was built over the ruins of an Inca Palace.
Out tour will end at the top of the Panecillo Hill, where the statue of the city’s Virgin stands, and where you will have a beautiful scenic view of both colonial and modern city. Back to the hotel.
Q-2 Quito City Tour plus Middle of the World (Daily – 5 hours)
Same as Q-1 plus
Continuing North of Quito to the Equator Monument located at the spot where the French Scientists confirmed the real shape of the earth. Also, visit to the Ethnographic Museum to learn about the diversity of ethnic groups. Back to the hotel.
Q-3 Colonial City tour by night (Daily – 2 hours)
Start at modern Quito and continue to admire the awesomely lighted colonial area.
Walk around the Independence Square to find out about the fours buildings that surround the plaza: The Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the City Hall and the Cathedral. Will appreciate the fine and delicate stone frontage of La Compañía Church and proceed to San Francisco Square where the Monastery and Church of San Francisco stand in their majesty since the 16th Century.
Q-4 Colonial city tour by night plus Jacchigua Ballet (Wednesday and Fridays only – 5 hours)
Same as above plus a performance of the Ballet Jacchigua featuring a colorful assemblage of traditional Indian dances.
Q-5 Transfer In or Out
Transportation between airport to hotel or from hotel to airport, accompanied by a guide. |
For more information about our packages and tours in the ecuadorian highlands, contact an adviser in Advantage Ecuador sending an e-mail to advantagetravel@andinanet net |
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