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QUITO, YARUQUÍ AND THE HIDDEN ROUTE: FLAVORS, HISTORY AND LANDSCAPES

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Day 1

The tour begins in the heart of Quito at the San Francisco Market, followed by a sampling of traditional pastries at Cruz Verde. You'll explore the San Francisco Convent and Santo Domingo, and enjoy craft beers, snacks, and hot chocolate at iconic venues like La Ronda.

Itinerary Day 1

HOUR
ACTIVITY
DESCRIPTION
VALUES
HOUR09h00- 10h00
ACTIVITYSan Francisco Market
DESCRIPTIONExplore the San Francisco Market, the most traditional in the center, founded at the end of the 19th century. Immerse yourself in its colors and aromas, discover unique local products, and witness a mystical ancestral cleansing.
VALUES$5 - $10 (cleansing)
HOUR10h00-10H30
ACTIVITYCruz Verde Confections
DESCRIPTIONDiscover the secrets of "colaciones" at Cruz Verde, a place with over a century of history. Observe closely the mastery of its artisanal preparation and delight in this traditional peanut and sugar sweet.
VALUES$2 - $5
HOUR10h45-11H45
ACTIVITYSan Francisco Convent
DESCRIPTIONTravel back in time with a tour of the imposing San Francisco Convent. Discover treasures such as Quito's first brewery, admire the views from its historic towers, and be amazed by the majesty of its choir.
VALUES$5
HOUR12h00-13H00
ACTIVITYSinners
DESCRIPTIONCraft beer tasting and snacks
VALUESN/A
HOUR13h20-14H20
ACTIVITYLunch
DESCRIPTIONSuggested: La Capilla, Real Audiencia, Los Geranios, La Leña Quiteña
VALUESValues range between $10.00 and $20.00
HOUR14h30- 15h30
ACTIVITYSanto Domingo Convent
DESCRIPTIONVisit the dome and church of Santo Domingo, optional visit to the museum and library
VALUESValues range between $5.00 and $10.00
HOUR15h40
ACTIVITYLa Ronda
DESCRIPTIONVisit the artisanal workshops on La Ronda street
VALUESN/A
HOUR16h30
ACTIVITYVisit to the Panecillo Viewpoint
DESCRIPTIONClimbing the Panecillo and admiring the extension of Quito from the heights is an experience you must live during your visit to the city. The Panecillo is a hill that divides the city between north and south, and at its top is the representation of the only winged virgin in the world, also known as the Virgin of Quito. It is a giant structure composed of 7,000 pieces of aluminum, a replica of the sculpture by the Quiteño artist Bernardo de Legarda.
VALUESAdults $1.00
HOUR17h30
ACTIVITYReturn to the hotel
DESCRIPTIONN/A
VALUESN/A

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Day 2

The second day includes a visit to a vineyard in Yaruquí, where you'll taste wine made in Ecuador. The tour then focuses on the La Mariscal area with visits to the Mindalae and Manla museums, where you'll discover the ancestral worldview and Latin American naive art.

Itinerary Day 2

HOUR
ACTIVITY
DESCRIPTION
VALUES
HOUR08h00
ACTIVITYDeparture
DESCRIPTIONDeparture from Quito DM
VALUESN/A
HOUR09h30
ACTIVITYChaupiestancia
DESCRIPTIONVisit the Chaupiestancia vineyard in Yaruqui, tour the facilities and taste wine made in the country of the Center of the World
VALUESValues range between $30.00 and $50.00
HOUR12h30
ACTIVITYLunch
DESCRIPTIONSuggestions: Quinta Remanso, La Estancia del Sabor, Ruta 66 steak house
VALUESN/A
HOUR14h30
ACTIVITYMariscal- Mindalae
DESCRIPTIONVisit the Mindalae ethnographic museum
VALUESAdults $3.00
HOUR15h40
ACTIVITYManla Museum
DESCRIPTIONVisit the Latin American Naif Art Museum
VALUESFree
HOUR16h30
ACTIVITYSanthorno
DESCRIPTIONVisit the Santhorno empanada bar, class and demonstration of traditional Ecuadorian empanadas
VALUESValues range between $2.00 and $5.00
HOUR18h00
ACTIVITYReturn to the hotel
DESCRIPTIONN/A
VALUESN/A

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Day 3

The final day takes place on the Hidden Route, a rural gem north of Quito. It begins in Puéllaro, with its colonial church; then, you explore the landscapes of Cerro La Luz and the Perucho archaeological museum, followed by a local culinary experience.

Itinerary Day 3

HOUR
ACTIVITY
DESCRIPTION
VALUES
HOUR07h30
ACTIVITYDeparture
DESCRIPTIONDeparture from Quito DM
VALUESN/A
HOUR09h00
ACTIVITYPuéllaro
DESCRIPTIONArrival in Puéllaro and visit its church, which houses pieces of Quito art. You can climb the towers and have a panoramic view of the populated center and its picturesque square.
VALUESValues range between $3.00 and $5.00
HOUR10h15
ACTIVITYLa Luz Hill
DESCRIPTIONYou can walk on the hill, enjoying the spectacular view of the area.
VALUESValues range between $3.00 and $5.00
HOUR11h30
ACTIVITYPerucho
DESCRIPTIONVisit the facade of the church and the Perucho Museum, which houses pieces resulting from archaeological research.
VALUESValues range between $3.00 and $5.00
HOUR12h30
ACTIVITYLunch
DESCRIPTIONPeruchana cuisine is characterized by the use of local products, highlighting its identity. Suggestions: Isabuela and Charlawasi
VALUESValues range between $5.00 and $10.00
HOUR13h30
ACTIVITYOrganic Farm
DESCRIPTIONVisit the Clarita Organic Farm, where you can learn about the variety of fruit trees in the area, especially the mandarin, which is used to make wine and bread.
VALUESAdults $2.00
HOUR15h00
ACTIVITYTrapiche
DESCRIPTIONVisit the El Trapiche farm, where you can taste freshly made sugar cane juice from the hands of its owners.
VALUESAdults $2.00
HOUR16h00
ACTIVITYReturn to Quito
DESCRIPTIONN/A
VALUESN/A

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Tour Important Information

Activities
Nature
Group Type
Familiar
Availability
Weekly
Supported Languages
Spanish
Tour Difficulty
Medium
Duration
All Day

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