Quito Colonial City or Modern District Timeless Quito: A Journey Through History and Gold
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- Almuerzo
- Guía que habla inglés
- transporte privado
- todas las entradas
- Consejos para el guía y el conductor
- gastos personales
- bebidas
Experience the Magic of the First UNESCO World Heritage City
Step into a world where history comes alive. This curated Samay Adventures tour is designed for travelers who appreciate the finer details of art, the warmth of local culture and the beauty of Andean light.
Walk through a city where centuries of history still shape daily life.
Stepping into the Quito Historic Center is like traveling back in time. The downtown district preserves a rich 16th-century architectural legacy, with colonial churches, intimate squares and streets that reveal the cultural depth of the Ecuadorian capital.
This journey rediscovers the treasures of Quito through its art, architecture and the living heritage of its historic center.
Plaza Grande
Discover Quito’s iconic main square and the monumental heart of the colonial city.
La Compañía
Enter the Golden Church, a masterpiece of Latin American Baroque art covered in shimmering gold leaf.
San Francisco
Mingle with local life in one of Old Town’s most emblematic spiritual and social spaces.
El Panecillo
Rise above the historic center for sweeping views beneath Quito’s Winged Virgin Mary.
La Compañía de Jesús turns Quito’s Baroque heritage into pure light.
Be dazzled by a Jesuit masterpiece delicately adorned in shimmering gold leaf and legendary works from the Quiteño School of Art.
The supplied tour material highlights the church’s dramatic façade, completed in the 18th century, with Solomonic columns and a Baroque language that connects Quito to the great artistic currents of its era.
Every façade, dome and stone tells part of Quito’s story.
The tour focuses on the old colonial town and the visual details that make the capital a remarkable South American destination.
From San Francisco Square to El Panecillo, Quito opens up in layers.
Experience the social energy of Old Town and then ascend El Panecillo for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the city beneath the Winged Virgin Mary.
Beyond monuments, the source material emphasizes Quito’s small squares, cafés, rolling hills and, above all, the kindness and hospitality of its people.
A cultural journey paced for comfort, discovery and local connection.
Choose a full-day or half-day private experience with English-speaking Samay Adventures guides and hotel pick-up within Quito.
- Hay opciones disponibles de día completo (8 horas) o medio día (4 horas).
- Transporte adaptado a las personas mayores y senderos fáciles de recorrer.
- Pick-up from hotels in Quito or another location within the city district.
- El almuerzo, el guía de habla inglesa, el transporte privado y todas las entradas están incluidos.
- Las propinas para el guía y el conductor, los gastos personales y las bebidas no están incluidos.
- Según la información proporcionada sobre el tour, no se requiere pasaporte.
- Altitud de Quito: 2.850 m / 9.350 pies.
- Rango de temperatura: 15–25 °C / 55–70 °F.
- Es posible que llueva por la tarde; lleva una chamarra.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
- Use sun block and wear a hat and sunglasses.
- On Sundays, some churches may restrict tourist access; coordinate alternatives with your guide.
Reserve your Timeless Quito cultural experience.
Discover Quito through history, gold, art, local traditions and unforgettable Andean views with Samay Adventures.
- De un vistazo
Quito, una ciudad atemporal
- Duración: Hay opciones disponibles de día completo (8 horas) o medio día (4 horas).
- Accesibilidad: Transporte adaptado a las personas mayores y senderos fáciles de recorrer.
- Guías expertos certificados: guías de habla inglesa del equipo de Samay Adventures.
- Pick up service: from all hotels in Quito or any location within the city district.
- Exploración sin esfuerzo: Damos prioridad a la comodidad y al ritmo del recorrido, asegurándonos de que disfrutes de cada lugar de interés sin prisas.
- Inmersión cultural: Descubre la «Escuela de Artes de Quito» y el alma del pueblo ecuatoriano.
Más información sobre este tour
Quito is a mesmerizing city of contrasts, where golden Andean light and stunning sunsets dazzle every visitor. Beyond its charming small squares, cozy cafes and rolling hills, the city’s greatest treasure is its people. Their natural kindness and world-class hospitality help make a visit to Quito unforgettable.
Aprende sobre las tradiciones
Learn about the traditions, gastronomy and daily life of the Andean people. Taste traditional Ecuadorian cuisine and local Andean flavors. This is a perfect opportunity for a day in the capital city, photography and enjoying Ecuador’s highlands while combining culture and history.
Consejos de viaje para este recorrido
- Ten en cuenta la altitud: 2,850 m / 9,350 pies.
- Rango de temperatura: 15–25 °C / 55–70 °F.
- Es posible que llueva por la tarde; lleva una chamarra.
- Departures are available every day. On Sundays, entrance to some churches may not be permitted for tourists; please coordinate alternatives with your local guide.
- Este es un recorrido a pie; por favor, usa zapatos cómodos.
- El sol pega fuerte en el Ecuador; usa protector solar, un sombrero y lentes de sol.
- Hay excursiones disponibles de día completo o de medio día.
