We offer a guided tour with guides specialized in nature and activities that will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

Mindo Cloud Forest

You are going to participate in the most complete tour of Quito, we will walk through the largest and best-kept cultural heritage of humanity in America,
We will visit churches covered in gold, another with very high towers and another with elements of rebellion,
You will taste traditional Quito sweets and liquors,
You will taste the best chocolate in Ecuador made with the best cocoa in the world in various flavors
We will finish in an ice cream parlor with very curious flavors.

Private Tour Explore Quito's Old Town

Quito Cultural City Tour by Bike – Private Tours

This is our left-of-centre tour. Partake in an intimate and private experience all to yourselves! Discover local life on a bike as you pedal your way around to see art and experience culture. Chocolate tasting, history, street art, markets, parks and spectacular views await you. 
 • 4-hour bike ride through La Floresta, Guapulo Alto, Mariscal Foch, Alameda 
 • Ideal tour for people who want to see something other than 'just' the touristy parts of Quito 
 • Cycle through verdant parks and experience amazing views of the city from some amazing vantage points 
 • Sample local food, chocolate, and juices 
 • Small groups, limited to 10 people 

Riding Style 

Skill Level: Easy 

Distance: 13.5kms/ 8.5 miles 

Altitude: 2862 metres above sea level 

Maximum climb: Two easy hills (elevation 100 metres) 

90% Bike Paths

Quito Cultural Bike Tour - Private Tours

Why Our Flying Dress Experience in Quito is Truly Unique

You don't need to travel all the way to Greece or Turkey to live the magic of a Flying Dress photoshoot — Ecuador offers breathtaking scenery and dreamlike locations that make your session just as stunning (if not more!).

From colonial architecture to panoramic city views, the Historic Center of Quito provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable photos. With its vibrant culture and hidden gems, Ecuador turns your photoshoot into a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

What makes it even better? It's accessible, personalized, and crafted just for you — no long flights required.



Photoshoot Flyingdress Ecuador 

Explore Urban Quito on a Bike - Private Tours

This is the city's 'True North'. Partake in an intimate and private experience all to yourselves! Let us show you a blend of Modern Quito, Parks, a Botanical Garden, Local Food, Markets and Culture. 
 • 3.5 – 4-hour tour through La Floresta, Carolina, Mariscal, Iñaquito 
 • Ideal for people who love parks and flora and who want to experience a mix of modern and old  • Cycle through one of the biggest parks in Quito and South America 
 • Feel, see and eat the culture that makes Quito special 
 • Small groups, limited to 7 people 

Skill Level: Easy 

Distance: 17kms/ 10.5 miles 

Altitude: 2862 metres above sea level 

Maximum climb: One easy hill (elevation 100 metres) 

90% Bike Paths

Explore Urban Quito on a Bike – Private Tours

What does it mean to be Quiteño?
It's more than a place on the map — it's a vibrant blend of history, culture, traditions, and pride. To truly understand it, you must travel back in time and wander through the streets where Quito's story first began.

On this tour, we'll take you through the heart of the Historic Center, uncovering the essence of the Chulla Quiteño spirit. As we explore its cobblestone streets, majestic churches, and timeless plazas, you'll discover how history and everyday life intertwine in this living museum.

Join us on this unforgettable journey and feel the heartbeat of Quito in every corner. Let its stories, legends, and hidden charms reveal why this city is — and always will be — magical.

Hidden Quito: the heartbeat of the Historic Center- PRIVATE TOUR 

- All Inclusive: Professional Bilingual Guide, Lunch and Tourist Visits.
- Tourist Transport from Quito - Quilotoa - Quito
- Hiking and horseback riding on the same tour if you decide to return on horseback
- Visit indigenous market
- Visit indigenous house
- Visit Mirador del Quilotoa
- Visit and descent to Laguna del Quilotoa
- Visit to the Toachi River Canyon
- Professionalism and Quality of Service
- Shared Tour: Every Thursday and Sunday
- Private Tour: Every day.

Cultural Tour Laguna Quilotoa: Hiking and Descent to the Lagoon all included

In the fleeting embrace of time, the vast tapestry of Ecuador unfolds before you. Picture this: a caldera, spanning a vast three kilometers, its birth a testament to nature's raw power, carved from the earth by a cataclysmic eruption some eight centuries ago. And then, the towering majesty of one of the planet's highest active volcanoes, standing as a sentinel of nature's fiery heart. As you find respite in the historic charm of Quito, remember, each stop on this journey is but a brief interlude, a mere 30 minutes. Yet, in that half-hour, vistas of unparalleled beauty unfurl, beckoning you to capture their essence in frames that will forever echo the spirit of Ecuador.

Private Cotopaxi - Quilotoa - Quito - 1 day

The Rucu Pichincha is located west of the city of Quito, in the western Andes. We will start our tour at 9:30am to enter the cable car and ascend to 4.050msnm. where our route to the summit will begin, during this journey of approximately 3-4 hours we can enjoy the beautiful Andean landscape, its mountains and moors, as well as a panoramic view of the city of Quito.
The journey is physically a bit demanding due to the altitude and the ascent that is made from the starting point, it requires suitable shoes for trekking, clothes for the cold (waterproof jacket, buff or scarf, gloves and hat, also a jacket warm), sunscreen. 
Upon reaching the summit we will enjoy the magnificent view that the place offers, here we will stay a few minutes before starting with the descent. 
Important: If there is bad weather the tour is cancelled for everyone's safety.

Rucu Pichincha volcano summit full day

Explore the spectacular sights of Quito's captivating city on a private walking tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere while strolling around the central market; sample traditional "canelazo" drinks or chocolate tasting and experiment with Ecuadorian greetings; and uncover the intriguing history of Quito with a certified English- Spanish speaking guide. 

Private Step by Step Quito Walking Tour

This is an unforgettable tour as it will captive your sense of taste and delight your palate tasting all the delicacies found in Ecuadorian food.

Flavors of Ecuador

You'll explore the city's historic center and hear the tales behind Quito's oldest streets before getting a lesson in old-school woodcarving techniques, taught to you by local artisans. From there, it's a sweet treat with a visit to a local chocolate factory and a traditional ice cream shop serving up crazy flavors you'll only find in Latin America.

Walk through Quito's Old Town and hear the stories and legends of this historic center.
Visit one of Quito's oldest woodcarving workshops and try your hand at the craft.
Pop into a local chocolate factory to sample what just might be the best chocolate in the world.
Enjoy ice cream made from unique South American ingredients.
Uncover the stories that line one of the most traditional colonial streets of Quito.


Quito Old Town Chocolate and Ice cream Experience

Learn the culture at the same time the art of cooking the typical Ecuadorian food, feel like a local person for a day, enjoy the CANELAZO drink of Welcome, after a shopping tour on the market Vegetables and condiments necessary to prepare our buffet. Then we dressed in Gala with our apron and gloves to start preparing the delicious foods, with the guidance of our CHEF CERTIFICATE. At the end we will enjoy the magical taste of a typical Ecuadorian dish accompanied by a PREVILIGED VIEW of the Historic Center of Quito.

Ecuadorian Cooking Classes Rooftop (English)

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Quito through the eyes of a local.

With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won't find in a guidebook. They aren't professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would.

Whether you're interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you'll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.


Quito Private Walking Tour with a Local

Explore Quito's Old Town, a UNESCO treasure with colonial architecture, lively streets, and rich history. See landmarks like Independence Square, Calle La Ronda, and grand baroque churches. Optional: Extend your tour to see the Basílica del Voto Nacional.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Quito Old Town Tour
Explore Quito's Old Town and see key landmarks like Plaza de Santo Domingo, Calle La Ronda, Independence Square, Carondelet Palace, and much more.

3-hour: Quito Old Town & Basílica del Voto Nacional Tour
Explore Quito's Old Town and see key landmarks like Basílica del Voto Nacional, Plaza de Santo Domingo, Calle La Ronda, Independence Square, Carondelet Palace, and much more.

This captivating walking tour with Rosotravel invites you to uncover the rich history and architectural gems of Quito's Old Town (Centro Historico), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Experience the charm of cobblestone streets, colonial landmarks.

Quito Old Town Top 10 Sights Private Walking Tour 

To'ak Chocolate and Fundación Guayasamín have teamed up to create the Chocolate & Art 

Experience, a one-of-a-kind journey in Quito that celebrates the rich history, art, and chocolate of Ecuador.

Ecuador's native son, Oswaldo Guayasamín, is one of Latin America's most celebrated artists. His work has been on display in many of the finest museums and galleries in the world. Guayasamín's house, along with the Capilla del Hombre, is one of Ecuador's most iconic attractions.

To'ak Chocolate, born and based in Ecuador, uses the oldest and rarest cacao variety on earth to make extremely limited editions of single-origin Ecuadorian dark chocolate. Its flagship edition was aged for four years in a French oak cognac cask and retails for $385 per bar, considered the most valuable chocolate in the world.

To'ak Chocolate & Art Experience, Quito - Ecuador

On DAY 1: we will visit "PULULAHUA" volcano crater, also we will go to "ALAMBI" bird reserve to watch different species of hummingbirds. We also be visiting "MINDO" where we have options like walking to the "NAMBILLO" waterfall, visiting the Butterfly Garden, Orchid farm, doing the Canopy adventure, Tubbing on the river, the Chocolate tour.

On DAY 2: We will visit "PAZ DE LAS AVES" bird reserve, OR we can go to the "SAN TADEO" bird reserve, after that we will visit the Love's waterfall.


2 Days Private Tour to Mindo with Adventures and Birdwatching 

Discover Quito, the Ecuadorian capital, on an immersive 5.2 km walking tour that immerses you in its rich cultural and historical heritage. Explore emblematic sites such as the Church of the Society of Jesus, the Palace of Carondelet and the Basilica del Voto Nacional. See local art at Mural Okuda and enjoy fine dining at Mercado San Francisco. This tour offers you a unique opportunity to understand the fascinating history and colonial architecture of the city, while enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding Andes.

 - 5.2 km walking tour to explore the historic center of Quito
 - Visit 19 places of interest including churches and museums
 - Immerse yourself in Ecuadorian culture with gastronomic stops
 - Ideal for lovers of history and architectural heritage

Quito Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h10 and 19 audio reviews

Discover the heart of Quito on this walking tour, designed to immerse you in the rich history and vibrant culture of Ecuador's capital. Your bilingual guide will take you through the city's most significant landmarks. Begin your journey at Independence Square, the political and historical heart of Quito. Visit the stunning Basilica del Voto Nacional, a marvel of Gothic architecture, and climb its towers for panoramic views of the city. Explore the San Agustin Church and its fascinating catacombs, and witness the changing of the presidential guard on Mondays. Along the way, savor the taste of local Ecuadorian chocolate and capture memorable photos of your adventure.


Quito Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide

Enjoy the unique crafts and picturesque landscapes during this cultural day trip to Otavalo, the colorful and charming Andean minacity that will please all your expectations. Admire the beauty of nature, take in the scenic views and marvel at the majestic Cayambe volcano with its endless glaciers. Browse for unique hand-made souvenirs at world-famous Otavalo crafts market and indulge your sweet tooth with delicious traditional dishes. 

Private Day-Trip to Otavalo from Quito with Traditional Lunch

Quito is a magical city, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes, full of history, art and gastronomy. If you want to know the city from a local perspective this would be the perfect experience for you, you will learn from the social, political and economic context of the city, the art that surprises on every corner, while enjoying the traditional food of the city and learning Spanish and kiwcha.

Quito Magico a History Journey Flavors and Legends

Admire the beauty of nature and immerse yourself in the indigenous Andean culture during this exciting day trip to Quilotoa from Quito. Take in stunning views of the lake filled with brilliant turquoise water from the lookout on the precipitous crater rim, browse for unique souvenirs at the colorful indigenous markets and please your palate with traditional local foods. If you are looking for spectacular photo opportunity to blow your friends away in social media, Quilotoa is definitely place to come.

Private Day-Trip to Quilotoa from Quito with Traditional Lunch

Skip-the-lines and dive into Quito's rich history at the Museo de la Ciudad. Uncover hidden gems and explore exhibits showcasing the city's Indigenous roots, colonial past, and transformation into a cultural hub. Book your exclusive experience today!

Highlights:
• Discover Museo de la Ciudad with a 5-Star Private Guide
• Beat the crowds with skip-the-line tickets to the Museo de la Ciudad
• Uncover Quito's Indigenous roots and colonial history in one place
• Explore unique exhibits showcasing the city's cultural transformation
• Immerse yourself in fascinating stories of Quito's UNESCO World Heritage status

Embark on a captivating tour of Quito's Museo de la Ciudad with Rosotravel. Skip-the-lines and dive straight into Quito's rich history. Your Licensed Private Guide will share expert insights as you explore its fascinating collection, showcasing the city's Indigenous roots and colonial past. Book now to uncover hidden gems.

Skip-the-Line Museo de la Ciudad Quito Private Tour

Admire the dazzling gold-leaf interiors of La Compañía de Jesús, Quito's stunning Baroque gem, marveling at intricate carvings, celestial frescoes, and hidden symbols. Then, stroll along the historic streets of Quito's Old Town to the iconic cathedral.

Highlights:
• Discover Quito's finest Baroque gem with a 5-Star Private Guide
• Enjoy seamless entry to a world of dazzling gold-leaf interiors and art
• Marvel at intricate carvings, celestial frescoes, and hidden symbols
• Learn how indigenous artisans fused European and native artistic styles
• Explore the vibrant colonial district and its stunning baroque architecture

Discover the stunning beauty and cultural significance of Quito's baroque gem, the La Compañía de Jesús (Church of the Society of Jesus), on a private tour with Rosotravel. Immerse yourself in the city's colonial heritage as your Licensed Private Guide unveils its rich history, along with a brief walking tour of nearby attractions.

Church of the Society of Jesus Quito Private Tour with Tickets

Explore the Basilica del Voto Nacional, Quito's neo-Gothic masterpiece. Marvel at its stained-glass windows, intricate stonework, and towering spires. Afterward, enjoy a short walk to nearby historical gems and experience Ecuador's history and beauty!

Highlights:
• Discover Quito's Basilica del Voto Nacional with a 5-Star Private Guide
• Enjoy seamless entry and explore the largest neo-Gothic church in the Americas
• Uncover the legends, hidden symbols, and fascinating history of the basilica
• Climb the towers for breathtaking panoramic views of Quito's skyline
• Explore the vibrant colonial district and its stunning baroque architecture

Discover the grandeur of Quito's Basilica del Voto Nacional with Rosotravel. This private tour offers an exclusive, intimate experience of one of Ecuador's most iconic landmarks. With a Licensed Private Guide, gain deep insights into the basilica's stunning architecture and rich history. Book today for an unforgettable journey.

Basilica del Voto Nacional Quito Private Tour with Tickets

Step inside the Catedral Metropolitana de Quito, a masterpiece of Latin American religious art. Marvel at its gilded altars and sacred paintings, then stroll through Quito's vibrant colonial heart, discovering its rich history and stunning architecture.

Highlights:
• Discover the wonders of the Catedral Metropolitana de Quito with a Private Guide
• Enjoy seamless entry to this UNESCO World Heritage site
• Admire the intricate altarpieces and sacred paintings inside the cathedral
• Learn about Quito's rich religious history and its cultural significance
• Explore the vibrant colonial district and its stunning baroque architecture

Step inside Ecuador's most important cathedral on an exclusive private tour led by a Licensed Guide. Rosotravel invites you to experience the spiritual, artistic, and historical richness of the Catedral Metropolitana de Quito (Metropolitan Cathedral of Quito), followed by a leisurely walk through the city's charming colonial heart.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito Private Tour with Tickets

When you join us into this Private tour prepare for living a unique experience surrounded by nature and plenty of bird species of the Chocó cloud forest in Ecuador.

If you are an enthusiast or a professional Birdwatcher, this tour is for you because we will be exploring different bird sanctuaries such as "Zuroloma", "Alambi", "La Victoriana", "Amagusa", "Balcón Tumpki" and "Cave of the Oilbirds" where we can watch a lot of bird species.

Also, the accommodation will be in our "Mirador de Tulipe" lodge which is also surrounded by nature.

3 Days Birdwatching Private Tour in the Choco Forest

The Hidden Route offers you an interesting option for a walk very close to Quito. We will visit beautiful towns, which have a varied gastronomic offer, as well as museums, viewpoints and natural attractions, where you can feel and experience the quiet life of the countryside, as well as learn about its history dating from pre-colonial times, interact with its people and acquire new knowledge in the ecological farms of each town that we will visit. They will also have the opportunity to harvest local fruits such as mandarin, lemon, custard apple, guava, avocado, etc.
The Hidden Route is undoubtedly a different tour, not many tourists know about it, so you have the opportunity to see with your own eyes the beauty of landscapes that this route has and that many tourists do not. That is the way of doing tourism, going where tourists do not go and thus experiencing the life of the local people and their customs.

Private Full Day Tour of The Hidden Route near Quito

Highlights
- Exploring Otavalo Market.
- Traditional Andean Cuisine.
- Discover Otavalo's Culture and Culinary Traditions.
- Live Demonstrations.
- Scenic Ecuadorian North Andean views.

Embark on a captivating full-day journey to Otavalo in the northern highlands of Ecuador. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of one of South America's most renowned indigenous markets, where colorful textiles and traditional crafts beckon. Enhance your cultural experience by visiting a local indigenous family, gaining intimate insights into their customs, and savoring the rich flavors of their gastronomic heritage during a delightful meal. 

We take great pride in the positive impact our tourism initiatives have on the Otavalo family and community. When you choose to explore this enchanting region with us, you're not only embarking on a journey of cultural discovery but also contributing to the well-being of local communities.

Full Day Tour in Ancestral Indigenous Communities of Otavalo

Based on the need of travelers to be able to experience the city in a more local and experiential way, this tour allows you to discover the best and most well-known places in the city in a more immersive and authentic manner.
We will explore and visit the most renowned and important places in the city, from the old town to the modern city. Led by a certified local tour guide, we will tailor the experience to your tastes and preferences to ensure your visit is exactly what you're looking for and leaves you with wonderful memories. 

Quito Private Walking Tour

You will visit one of the oldest bakeries in Quito to see Ecuadorian-style quesadillas being made, See traditional sweets being created in a historic, family-owned business, Visit and look for the ingredients for our cooking class in a local food market, Learn how to make tasty tamales and delicious empanadas in a local home. Take home amazing memories and recipes that you can share with your friends and family. 


Private Sweets and Food Tasting Tour in Quito 

With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. What legend hides behind the graceful Virgin of Panecillo? Why is the Basilica of Quito partly unfinished? What would happen if it was? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in Quito's streets, buildings and corners. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those visiting the city for the first time and wanting to get the most out of it! 

* You will be guided by a charismatic local guide
* You will hear the stories and legends of the city
* You will visit the charming places

Private Sightseeing Tours in Quito