Top Quito Trips & Tours in May 2025

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Middle of the World

½ Day Itinerary

• Explore historic Quito streets
• Stand on the Equator
• Immerse in vibrant culture
• Explore Pululahua Crater village

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Ecuador’s top attractions with expert guides. Stand on the Equator line, tour Quito’s historic district with its cobblestone streets, ornate churches, and panoramic viewpoints. Visit the stunning Pululahua crater village. Experience Ecuador’s history, culture, and natural beauty.

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from $2,192

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La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
• Take night walks in the rainforest
• Observe unique Amazon wildlife
• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks

Activities

Fishing, Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.

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from $540

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Cotopaxi National Park and Horseback Riding

2 Day Itinerary

• Horseback Riding across Rumiñahui
• Admire Cotopaxi’s natural beauty
• Visit the Park Visitors Centre

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit the Cotopaxi National Park and horseback in the shadows of the volcano during this 2 day/1 night extension from Quito. Enjoy the relaxing life on a hacienda while exploring the Ecuadorian highlands.

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from $363

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Cotopaxi - Quilotoa

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $350

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Explore Cuenca

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Fly south to the delightful city of Cuenca. Considered the most colonial city in all the Americas, red clay rooftops stretch throughout the city and baroque churches seem to stand on every corner. This time in Cuenca is yours to explore however you like. Chose from several short excursions to add to your stay in this charming town.

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from $168

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Cotopaxi National Park

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Cotopaxi, the earth's highest active volcano (19347ft/5897m) with possibilities of seeing the Andean Condor. This is a full-day tour including a hike to the volcano's refuge lodge and a short walk to the nearest glacier.

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from $122

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Bellavista Cloudforest

1 Day Itinerary

• Visit a Bellavista Protected Area
• Hummingbirds on your finger-tips!
• Enjoy a guided naturalist hike

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a full day in a "Magical Cloud Forest" on your next Ecuador trip. This Day Trip to Bellavista is a perfect way of getting to know a subtropical rain forest, so close to Quito and in the heart of the cloud forest! Spend that spare day in the city hiking in a forest reserve, or relaxing and admiring the hummingbirds and the landscapes of this wonderful region.

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from $125

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Discover Quito Half Day

½ Day Itinerary

• Wander Quito's historic streets
• Enjoy chocolate tastings
• Shop at Quito's artisanal market

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the best of Quito with half-day tours tailored to your interests. Choose from options like a city tour, equator visit, cable car rides, or cultural and market experiences. Discover why Quito is a UNESCO World Heritage site and immerse yourself in its vibrant atmosphere, history, and traditions.

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from $86

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Quito Express

½ Day Itinerary

• Experience chocolate-making
• Discover Ecuador's biodiversity
• Explore museums in Quito

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Quito by choosing to visit iconic sites like the Equator, local markets, or take in panoramic views on the cable car and many more. Each tour offers a unique way to experience this vibrant city's culture, history, and nature.

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from $478

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Chimborazo Volcano

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $133

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Ecuadorian Gastronomy Experience in Quito

½ Day Itinerary

• Indulge in Ecuador's hidden flavors
• Delight in local cuisine's richness
• Immerse in Ecuadorian culture

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Ecuadorian Gastronomy at Quito's Restaurant La Gloria. Explore a menu of local dishes, savoring curated flavors that transport you across the country's regions. Embrace the treasure of culture through food, a shared celebration of excitement.

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from $5,326

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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
• Trek to a fresh water lake
• Learn about local conservation
• Explore Tortuga Bay

Activity Level

Moderate

Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.

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from $2,129

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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Observe Black Caimans
• Walk Yasuni National Park
• Encounter Amazon wildlife
• Take an early morning hike

Activities

Camping, Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

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from $504

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Bellavista Cloudforest

3 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy 360-deg view of cloud forest
• Learn about birdlife and vegetation
• Stay at Bellavista Lodge

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend three days at Bellavista Lodge in Ecuador, surrounded by a vibrant Cloud Forest, which provides a deep connection with nature and the treasures of Ecuador's first Private Protected Area.

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from $1,654

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Mashpi Lodge Adventure

3 Day Itinerary

• Discover Mashpi forest by night
• Stay at Mashpi Lodge
• Explore the rainforest

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 3 day Ecuador trip will immerse you in the deep green forest of one of the world's richest bio-diversity hotspots. Hike the nature trails, explore by the lodge's sky bike, get a different perspective from the observation tower, and observe the wildlife around Mashpi Lodge.

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from $777

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Banos

3 Day Itinerary

Activities

Horseback Riding, Whitewater Rafting, Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $2,415

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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Experience nocturnal activity
• Canoe the Panayacu River
• Visit with Kichwa women

Activity Level

Variable

Take the M/V Manatee on a 4-day Amazon river cruise. Explore this intriguing reserve by canoe as you travel through the Panayacu River delta. The rivers and lakes are home to piranhas, monkey fish, and white caiman. Sip refreshing beverages and enjoy an Amazon-style BBQ feast.

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from $18,096

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Galapagos Islands Expedition Cruise: Iconic Wildlife & Sublime Scenery

7 Day Itinerary aboard Santa Cruz II

• Walk across Dragon Hill
• Explore Champion Islet
• Snorkel along Punta Vicente Roca
• Visit the Darwin Research Station

Starts / Ends

Quito / Baltra

Activities

Kayaking, Snorkeling, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Be part of this spectacular 7-day expedition to the enchanting Galapagos Islands, a isolated group of volcanic islands. Its fragile ecosystem has taken on almost mythological status as a showcase of biodiversity. Start in Baltra and visit Isabela, Fernandina, Santa Cruz, and Floreana.

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