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Visit the Quito Cable Car at an altitude of 4,000 meters. Walk in Cruz Loma, one of the hills of the Pichincha Volcano. Enjoy the best viewpoint in Quito.

Highlights

• Includes pick-up and drop-off from the hotel.
• Quito Volcano
• Private tour

Description

The Teleféco is a cable car that operates in Quito, Ecuador, located in the foothills of the Rucu Pichincha volcano. It ascends from the Motriz platform (or departure station) at 3,117 meters above sea level to Cruz Loma (arrival station) at 3,947 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest cable cars in the world. It is the eighth highest mechanical lift in the world and the second highest cable car in the Americas. The cable car ride takes around 18 minutes, covering 2.5 kilometers, during which you can observe the difference in vegetation due to the altitude, until you reach the Andean páramo ecosystem. The cable car to the Pichincha volcano, with Quito in the background. Once you reach the top, you can enjoy the privileged view of both the city of Quito, which surprises with its lights at night, and the surrounding nature. In good weather, you can see mountains such as El Cayambe, Antisana, Pasochoa, Sincholagua, Cotopaxi, and Rumiñahui, among others, from the various viewpoints. All activities will take place in Quito, with pick-up from your hotel.

Includes

Tickets to the Quito Cable Car Transportation Tour guide Snack Pick up and drop-off from your hotel in Quito

Important Information

• Ask about availability if you are booking 1 day in advance.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund