HALF-DAY CITY TOUR QUITO & AFTERNOON AT LEISURE
Today, after breakfast, your English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a walking city tour. The colonial center of Quito was already named world cultural heritage by UNESCO in 1978 and is home to many beautiful, historic buildings and squares. You will visit the Plaza Grande and the beautiful churches La Compañía and La Basílica, and walk down the oldest street of Quito—La Ronda. In the afternoon, you are free to explore the city on your own. Quito is a city that guarantees to captivate and delight. So put on your walking shoes, grab a camera, and immerse yourself in the magic of this Andean wonderland.

HALF-DAY CITY TOUR QUITO & AFTERNOON AT LEISURE
Today you will enjoy the Termas de Papallacta resort and spa, you can relax and enjoy its pools, naturally heated by the volcanic hot springs. Also, if the weather is clear, you will be able to see the giant Antisana Volcano (reaching a height of 5,758 meters) looming above. After a relaxing day, in the afternoon, return to Quito.

HALF-DAY CITY TOUR QUITO & AFTERNOON AT LEISURE
Today you’ll have the entire day to explore Quito at your own pace. Remember that the city’s is at an altitude of 9350 ft above sea level so try to take it easy! Founded in 1534, it makes the city the oldest capital in South America, and even declared by World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1978.Quito is a city full of history, culture, and natural beauty. Spend a self-guided day at leisure exploring some of the attractions.

• Explore La Floresta neighborhood: Known to be a neighborhood with lots of street art, artsy cafes, nice views, and a wide variety of restaurants and street food.
• Carolina Park: The largest urban park in Quito. It has different areas such as an artificial lake, a running track, and even biking and skate parks.
• There are some museums and cultural spots in the city that you can explore such as La Casa de La Cultura, MINDALAE museum, or el Museum of Contemporary Art.
• Itchimbía Park is beautiful and home for the Crystal Palace where different cultural and art exhibitions are in rotation, aside from offering a fantastic view of the city. You can also explore nearby cafes with stunning views.
• Teleferiqo Cable Car. You can get to one of the summits of the Pichincha Volcano which will bring you up to 10226ft above sea level to get the best view of the city. Here you can take a short hike, take some amazing pictures, and even have fun in one of the highest swings in existence! Keep your eyes peeled because sometimes you may see rabbits and other wildlife roaming the area.

COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK – QUITO
After a delicious breakfast, you will visit Lake Limpiopungo, located in the highlands of the park. Here, you will have a spectacular view of Cotopaxi Volcano’s gigantic cone. Lake Limpiopungo offers a variety of birds, and occasionally even wild horses. A short walk around the lake will allow you to admire the Andean plant and animal life along the way. If time permits and the altitude doesn’t affect you, hike to the refuge Jose Ribas at 4800 m and enjoy the spectacular view. In the afternoon, you will continue to Quito where you will spend the night.

TRANSFER TO QUITO AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE
As your time in Ecuador draws to a close, it’s hard not to feel a sense of fondness for this remarkable country. From the awe-inspiring Andes Mountains to the lush Amazon rainforest, Ecuador offers a wealth of natural beauty and cultural richness that leaves an indelible mark on the soul. But, alas, it’s time to bid adieu to this enchanting land and embark on your next adventure. Fear not, for a friendly representative will be there to ease the transition and make your departure as smooth as possible. They’ll fetch you from your accommodation and whisk you away to the bustling Quito airport for your onward journey. As you wave goodbye to Ecuador and gaze out at the stunning vistas from your plane window, take comfort in the knowledge that your memories of this place will stay with you forever.