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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Each booking is a new history for Us!!! Start the trip from Quito or the airport, this will depend on where you have chosen your stay. Located 8 miles northwest of Quito city, capital of the Ecuadorian Republic, The Middle of the World or Equator Line is the most visited tourist attraction in the country. Due to its privileged geographical location, it has become a tourist magnet, where visitors can learn more about ancestral knowledge, nature and science. The city of the middle of the world is a perfect time to enjoy a half-day tour with fun activities. There is much controversy about which is the true middle of the world, since in this area, there are at least 4 places that boast of having the true equator line, I invite you to bring your GPS and check it out on your own.
To this tour you can add on optionals activities such as a walking tour in Quito, Teleferico (cable car) or birdwatching with additional cost.
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A Certified Guide/Driver (English or Spanish-speaking)
Pick up and drop off from the Quito hotels
Activities as per program
Travel Insurance
Tips
Entrance fees: Intiñan $5 pp, The Equator $5 pp
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We offer pick-up travellers from the Quito airport (No extra cost)
Traveler pickup
Mariscal Sucre Airport, Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Quito, Ecuador Departure to northwest of the city of Quito to cross over the modern zone of the metropolitan district. The journey envelops us in the atmosphere of the traditional neighborhoods of the Capital of Ecuador. 40 minutes
San Antonio de Pichincha, San Antonio de Pichincha, Ecuador Upon arrival at San Antonio de Pichincha parish town, we observe the dynamism of this small town that is located on the Equatorial Line. The most outstanding buildings, we will see are the Former Unasur building that was the headquarter of the South American Nations. A large obelisk located in the Middle of the world city. In addition, up ahead in the distance, you can see a round elevation that was considered sacred by the first inhabitants of Quito, it is presumed on this mountain the first pre-Inca astrological observatory was built. Other attractions of San Antonio are the mountains called "La Marca" on whose back is the Pululahua crater. The climate of San Antonio de Pichincha is dry, reaching up a temperature of 75°F during the day and 54°F at night in the summer season. However, in the winter season the temperature does not down too much. 30 minutes
Pululahua Volcano & Geobotanical Reserve, Quito, Ecuador Contrary to what many people believe, the Pululahua is an active volcano, except that at the moment it is sleeping. Pululahua volcano is located in the northern hemisphere very close to the equatorial line. It is part of the Geobotanical reserve, that has the same name, whose extension is 13,000 hectares. The most curious fact is there are people living on the crater, so it is one of the inhabited volcanoes in the world. From the viewpoint, we can observe volcanic domes, houses and tourist ventures that give life to the sector. 30 minutes
Intinan Museum, San Antonio de Pichincha, Ecuador Explore the Intiñan museum. This place represents the Equator Line and is located 100 meters north of the giant obelisk. The meaning of Intiñan come from the Kichwa word which is sun trail. On the tour, you will be accompanied by a local interpreter from the museum who will show you up different sceneries that represent indigenous villages, old houses built several centuries ago, among other things. Also, you will carry out experiments will prove that you are in the middle of the world, including the experiment of stopping a raw egg on the head of a nail, if you succeed, the museum will delivery you a diploma as master of the egg. 60 minutes
Mitad Del Mundo, San Antonio de Pichincha, Ecuador A popular tourist destination in the city of Quito proclaimed Cultural Heritage of Ecuador. In 1936, an Ecuadorian geographer proposed to build a monument in the sector of the Equator line to commemorate the first arrival of the French Geoadesic Mission who arrived at Ecuador in 1736. Years later, the geographer´s idea was taken and the obelisk begins to be built in 1976 which has a height of 31 meters. This monument offers a good background to take the best pictures when you visit the middle of the world. People call this place like the "Fake Equator" 90 minutes
Quito, Quito, Ecuador It is time to return to the hotel or if you wish, our transport could leave you at a good-suggested restaurant in the city of Quito. 40 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Angela_A
25 Sep 2024
Very knowledgeable and polite guide (Marcello) who provided a lot of information throughout the tour. The pace and duration of the tour was well balanced. Really enjoyed the memorable experience. Thank you!
Peiney_A
31 Jul 2024
We had our own driver and tour guide that was informative. Wasn't impressed by the crater village, but did enjoy the Intinan Museum where the actual equator passes through and later at the obelisk. The drive to and around the crater is about an hour, then a short drive to the museum, where you spend about another hour with a personal tour by the museum staff. The obelisk is self guided, and the village is worth a stay to eat and explore.
pruedurre
10 Jul 2024
This was a brilliant place. Our guide Eduardo was amazing and took us to both of the lines. He was engaging and able to manipulate the trip to our interests. The experiments were fun and memorable.
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Quito
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Galapagos My World
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