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Step into a world where history comes alive. This curated tour by Samay Adventures is designed for those who appreciate the finer details of art, the warmth of local culture, and the beauty of a sunset over the Pichincha Volcano. Discover the Magic of Quito: A UNESCO World Heritage Journey

This journey takes you through time, starting in the heart of the Quito Historic Center at the prestigious Casa del Alabado Archaeological Museum. Discover a private collection of over 4,000 years of pre-Hispanic and pre-Inca artifacts that reveal the spiritual mastery of ancient Andean civilizations.

Prepare your palate for a sensory revolution. Ecuador’s culinary scene is currently dominating the global stage, led by a new generation of visionary chefs who are reimagining ancestral recipes with modern, avant-garde techniques. This exclusive Quito gastronomy experience takes you beyond the plate, connecting you to the soul of the Andes, the fresh air of Pacific Ocean and the magical Rain Forest.

TOUR EXPERIENCETimeless Quito

Why You’ll Love to Experience Quito?

Step into a world where history comes alive. This curated tour by Samay Adventures is designed for those who appreciate the finer details of art, the warmth of local culture, and the beauty of a sunset over the Pichincha Volcano. Discover the Magic of Quito: A UNESCO World Heritage Journey

SAMAY ADVENTURESThe Timeless Beauty of the Quito Historic Center

Stepping into the Quito Historic Center is like traveling back in time. As the first city designated a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, the downtown district preserves a rich 16th-century architectural legacy. On this journey, you will rediscover the iconic treasures of the Ecuadorian capital, including the magnificent Church of the Society of Jesus (La Compañía).

A pinnacle of Latin American Baroque art, this Jesuit masterpiece is delicately adorned in shimmering gold leaf and houses legendary works from the Quiteño School of Art. Explore the cultural depths of South America’s best-preserved historic district and witness the heritage that makes Quito a global destination.

SAMAY ADVENTURESThe Golden Wonder

Be dazzled by La Compañía de Jesús, a Baroque masterpiece completely adorned in shimmering gold leaf. The beautiful La Compañia’s church façade, which its construction was completed by 1765. The overwhelming façade borrowed elements of contemporaneous southern Italian Baroque facades, as evidenced by the salomónica columns flanking the entrance, which make reference to Bernini’s baldachin in St. Peter’s.

SAMAY ADVENTURESThe Heart of the City

Mingle with locals at the iconic San Francisco Square, the spiritual and social center of Old Town. Ascend El Panecillo for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the city beneath the 135ft Winged Virgin Mary.