Itinerary in 2016
After breakfast we'll visit the Guapulo Church. Next we'll travel onward to the historic center of Quito to tour La Plaza Grande, Carondelet Palace (the Presidential Palace), La Catedral Metropolitana, El Sagrario, La Companía, San Francisco, Santo Domingo, and the statue El Pancecillo. Then we'll continue on to arrive at the Mitad del Mundo monument, also known as the Middle of the World. This monument is located at latitude 0 00' 00'' which marks the geodesic position of the Equator, a wonderful opportunity to be in two hemispheres at the same time.
Itinerary in 2017
After breakfast we'll visit the Guapulo Church. Next we'll travel onward to the historic center of Quito to tour La Plaza Grande, Carondelet Palace (the Presidential Palace), La Catedral Metropolitana, El Sagrario, La Companía, San Francisco, Santo Domingo, and the statue El Pancecillo. Later, stroll around the market of the artisans (Mercado De Los Artesanos).
Drive a few miles north to the Mitad del Mundo Monument which marks the place where an 18th century expedition established the geodesic position of the Equator, a wonderful opportunity to be in two hemispheres at the same time.
Transfer to the Teleferico station for cable ride to enjoy the panorama view of Andes Mountain, the world’s longest mountain chain and the massive Pichincha Volcano.
Breakfast included.