Quito: Authentic Tour-Markets, Chocolate Taste & Cooking

Highlights

• Discover Quito's culture and cuisine on a guided city tour
• Visit the San Francisco Market and taste exotic tropical fruits
• Enjoy a premium Ecuadorian chocolate tasting and learn about cacao
• Take part in a cooking class and prepare traditional Ecuadorian dishes
• Explore the city's historic center and admire its colonial architecture

Description

Begin your journey with spectacular panoramic views from El Panecillo before visiting the colorful San Francisco Market. Taste exotic tropical fruits and experience everyday local life. Continue through Quito's colonial heart with a visit to the historic San Francisco Church. Then, enjoy a premium Ecuadorian chocolate tasting and learn how Ecuador produces some of the world's finest cacao. Next, take part in an interactive cooking class where you'll prepare two traditional Ecuadorian favorites: Empanadas de Verde and Emborrajados. Enjoy a homemade lunch paired with a traditional Canelazo. Then, stroll through the charming streets of Quito's Historic Center. Admire its impressive colonial architecture, visit the Main Square and Presidential Palace, and, depending on the day, explore the famous Golden Church (if open) before finishing at the magnificent Basilica of the National Vow.

Includes

Professional local guide Panoramic views from El Panecillo Visit to San Francisco Market Tasting of exotic tropical fruits Visit to San Francisco Church Premium Ecuadorian chocolate tasting Hands-on cooking class (Empanadas de Verde & Emborrajados or similar) Traditional Canelazo drink Stroll through Quito's Historic Center Main Square and Presidential Palace Basilica of the National Vow Transportation Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Quito Center Exotic fruit tasting at a local market

Excludes

Entrance fees to museums or churches not mentioned (paid in situ) Additional food and beverages not specified in the itinerary Personal expenses Gratuities Tips

Important Information

• Church or museum visits are subject to opening hours. Private transportation (type depends on the number of pax) is provided throughout the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund