Taste Your Way Through Quito! Half-Day Market Tour

Wake your senses as you taste your way through Quito’s markets! This half-day tour takes you off the beaten path to explore the market center where you can sample exotic fruits, fresh vegetables, and even some of Ecuador's favorite dishes.

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Highlights

Visit authentic Ecuadorian markets in Quito
Taste exotic fruits and vegetables, unique juices, and fresh brews
Learn about the medicinal plants and herbs used in Ecuador
Take a ride in a cable car to the top of Pichincha
Soak up stunning views of the Ecuadorian capital

Description

Wander off the tourist path and discover the sights, sounds, and smells of Ecuador’s capital on this half-day tour of Quito. Head for the foothills of towering Pichincha on the western edge of the city. Ride in a cable car to the foothills of the towering Pichincha Mountain, where you will enjoy exquisite panoramic views of Quito below. At the summit, you will hike along the ecological trail that snakes up the mountain side to visit the highest Catholic Church in the world, situated at 4,150 meters above sea level. When you arrive in La Marsical, your guide will lead you to the Iñaquito Market, located 20-minutes away in the northern part of Quito. The Iñaquito Market sells everything from fruits and vegetables, to medicinal herbs, fresh juices, and local brews. As you walk through the market, taste some of Ecuador’s signature dishes as you indulge yourself in crispy fried pork and delicate ceviche. This Quito tour is sure to leave you with a full tummy and a greater understanding of (and appreciation for!) Ecuadorian food and Quito market life - essential to feeling like a local!

Includes

Private transportation
English-speaking guide
Cable car entrance fee
Lunch accompanied and natural juice
Coffee
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Additional drinks

Important Information

Children younger than 6 are not permitted on this tour. Children between 6 to 11-years-old to pay the child rate. Standard dress: Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, a warm jacket, sunglasses, and a hat.