FULL QUITO CITY TOUR

 Quito, the capital city of Ecuador, is a vibrant and welcoming destination for LGBT travelers. The city is home to a growing LGBT community and a number of gay-friendly establishments, including bars, clubs, and restaurants.

For LGBT travelers who want to explore the cultural side of Quito, there are also plenty of options. The city is home to numerous museums, galleries, and historic sites, including the Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

I will show you one of the nicest cities en Latin America. During this tour also you will know some interesting facts of the GLBT history of this dual combination between a catholic and bohemian city.

In this tour we WILL  visit.

- Guapulo view point.

- El Panecillo

- Basílica del Voto Nacional

- Walking by the old town visiting: Independence Square, Carondelet Palace,

- The Golden Church

- San Francisco Square.

- Church of San Francisco

- Walking by the 24th Avenue

- Visiting the traditional “La Ronda Street”

RATES INCLUDE PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION AND TOUR GUIDE

1 Pax - $ 80

2 Pax - $ 100
3 Pax - $ 120
4 Pax - $ 160 

Additional expenses paying by each tourist:

Basílica del Voto Nacional: $ 3

Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús. $ 5
* Return back to the hotel by taxi. 
Meals are not included.

If there are more than 3 passengers, we will need a Van or a bus.
Please ask fares according the number of passengers.

For more information, please contact to: 

Mobile & WhatsApp: (593) 986 588 404

canelatravel@gmail.com

Facebook: @quitogaytours

Instagram: @quitogaytours.

ANOTHER AMAZING EXPERIENCE OF QUITO

If you have an extra day in Quito, we can take you to other fantastic places where you can see more of our patrimonial city. 

CABLE CAR (TELÉFERICO) - In a journey of about 18 minutes, you will cover a distance of 2.5 km, flanked by the mountainside. You will definitely feel the effects of rapidly ascending more than 1,000 meters from platform to platform, as you fly over three micro-climates: the Andean Forest, a sea of shrubs, and the Andean moor.

The view of Quito during the trip on the Teleférico of Quito is spectacular, but nothing compared to the view offered once we reach the top. From them you will be able to see the full extent of Quito, the valley of Los Chillos, San Rafael and Machachi. On a clear day you will be able to observe an imposing chain of volcanoes: From Atacazo to Cayambe, passing through Corazón, Ilinizas, Cotopaxi, Pasochoa, Rumiñahui and Antisana.

Bring proper clothing: the temperature can drop rather quickly down to 6 degrees Celsius and there is a permanent cold wind that comes off of the mountain. It is best to wear a jacket and other warm clothing!

Wear sunscreen: The sun is extremely strong on the top of the mountain. Without sunscreen you could get burnt in the matter of minutes!

Bring liquids and snacks: Many people get quickly affected by the altitude. It is best to be prepared with bottles of sports drink and snacks that offer a good source of carbohydrates.

* Tour can be done every day since 09:00 up to 17:30

Fares: $8,90 per person ($4,90 Ecuadorians) 

THE CHAPEL OF MAN & OSWALDO GUAYASAMIN`S HOUSE 

La capilla del hombre y Casa de Oswaldo Guayasamín 

Guayasamin's living presence can be felt inside the museum. The visual and emotional impact of his paintings is overwhelming. Nevertheless, in order to understand his work, it`s important to visit the residence museum, the house where he lived during the last twenty years of his life. All his personal stuff is still there, untouched. The layout is unchanged. And, in the studio, the master can be easily imagined, hard at work on his paintings.

Tour can be done from Monday to Saturday 

(Sundays and Holidays: the museum is closed) 

 Entrance to Guayasamin House and Museum: $ 10 per person. (Seniors: $ 5) 

QUITO HANDICRAFT MARKET (MERCADO ARTESANAL)

If you can' t go to the Otavalo market on Saturday, this is the biggest handicrafts market of Quito where you can find all what you can imagine and more. There are tapestries made by the Salasaca Indians, weavings from Otavalo, jewels from Chordeleg, Panama hats from Cuenca and Manabi, among hundreds of other pieces of art made by Ecuadorian skilled men and women. All Ecuador in just one place. 

* Time for shopping.

FARES 

TOUR GUIDE: 

1 Pax $ 50 

2 Pax $ 70

3 Pax $ 90

Transport: It is better for the tourists to do these tours by Taxi, because in most of the places we are going to stay more than one hour. 

You will spend approximately $ 20 for the taxis during the whole day. 

(Taxis in Quito can take maximum 3 pax plus the tour guide). 

For more information about our tours, please contact to: 

Phone and Whatsapp: (593) 986 588 404

canelatravel@gmail.com 

Facebook & Instagram: @quitogaytours 

QUITO AND THE MIDDLE OF THE WORLD IN ONE DAY

 

 FULL DAY TOUR TO THE MIDDLE OF THE WORLD AND
THE OLD TOWN IN QUITO.

Travel from your hotel in Quito to Lulumbamba Valley.

In the Middle of the world, we will visit: Rumicucho Ruins, Pululahua Volcano Crater.
– Intiñan (The Path of the Sun) –
Outside of the Middle of the World City.

Travel from the Middle of the World to Quito to see the great statue of The Virgen of Quito and a nice view of the city. Transport  from el Panecillo to “Basilica Del Voto Nacional”. 

Walking tour by the old town: Independence Square, Carondelet Palace, The Gold Church, San Francisco square and church. La Ronda Street.

* Return to the hotel by taxy.

RATES

1 Pax = $ 140

2 Pax = $ 160
3 Pax - $ 180

Fares Include Private Transportation and Tour guide

It doesn’t include the following expenses:

Intiñan : $ 5

Rumicho Ruins: $ 1 

Basílica del Voto Nacional: $ 3

Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús. $ 5
Taxi to go back from the old town to the Hotel
* Meals are not included.

More information, please contact to 

(593) 986 588 404

canelatravel@gmail.com  
Facebook: @quitogaytours
Instagram: @quitogaytours 

FULL DAY TOUR: OTAVALO, CUICOCHA, COTACACHI, PEGUCHE

Nestled in the heart of the Andes Mountains, Otavalo is a picturesque town in Ecuador that beckons travelers with its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. Otavalo offers a unique and authentic experience for tourists looking to immerse themselves in the local culture, witness breathtaking landscapes, and shop for traditional handicrafts.

The indigenous Otavaleños are famous for weaving textiles, usually made of wool (that is sometimes as black as a raven), which are sold at the famous Saturday market. Although the largest market is on Saturday, there is a very wide range of wares available throughout the week in the Plaza de los Ponchos, and the many local shops. The shops sell textiles such as handmade blankets, tablecloths, and much more…

In our tour we visit:

- The San Pablo Lake.

- The Indigenous Market of Otavalo

- The leather town of Cotacachi

- Cuicocha Lake

- Peguche Waterfalls. 

RATES: 

1 Pax - $ 180
2 Pax - $ 210
3 Pax - $ 240
4 Pax - $ 270

* The tour includes private transportation and tourist guide.

* Does not include meals.

* Is better to go on Saturdays that is the main fair.

* We keep all the biosecurity measures.

For more information, please contact to: 

Mobile & WhatsApp: (593) 986 588 404
canelatravel@gmail.com 

Facebook: @quitogaytours

Instagram: @quitogaytours 

COTOPAXI NATIONAL PARK

Discover with us the impressive Cotopaxi volcano and experience the beauty
of the “Cotopaxi National Park”

Cotopaxi National Park is conveniently accessible from Quito, Ecuador’s capital, making it an ideal destination for day trips or extended explorations. The park is open year-round, but the best time to visit is during the dry season, from June to September, when the skies are clearest.

During the journey we will travel through the mountains of the Andes and
We will see wonderful landscapes of the haciendas of the Highlands.

Inside the Cotopaxi National Park we will make a stop in Limpiopungo Lake towalk around the area and see the birds of the “Paramos”

It is better to star the tour at 07:00
We can have breakfast in a cozy coffe place at the Entrance of the National Park
with an amazing view of the Cotopaxi Volcano when the enviroment is clear.

RATES INCLUDE PRIVATE TRANSPORT AND TOUR GUIDE
Does not include meals

1 Pax - $ 160
2 Pax - $ 190
3 Pax - $ 210
4 Pax - $ 240 

* If it is Thursday, we can take you to the Saquisili Indigenous Market + $ 20 per pax

On our tour we arrive at the Limpiopungo Lagoon where we take a walk around them, and if the weather is clear we can bring the car closer so that we can better admire the majesty of the Cotopaxi Volcano. If you would like to get to the first refuge of Cotopaxi, you have to rent vans that go to the base, since the road is not suitable for cars or small cars.

The rental cost of the vans is $60

Essential Tips

Acclimatize: Given the high altitude, allow time for your body
 to adjust to avoid altitude sickness.

Pack Warm Clothing: The weather can be unpredictable and chilly, especially at higher elevations.

Respect Wildlife: Maintain a safe distance from animals and follow park guidelines
to protect the natural environment.

Embark on a journey to Cotopaxi National Park and discover the majestic beauty
of one of South America's most iconic landscapes.

For more information, please contact to:

Mobile & WhatsApp: (593) 986 588 404
canelatravel@gmail.com 

RELAX IN PAPALLACTA

 

Papallacta, famous for its volcanic springs in the midst of a stunning environment of forests and slopes. Termas de Papallacta is located on the eastern side of the Andes and is considered to be the entrance to the Amazon. These hot springs are located at 3,000 meters above the sea level and are surrounded by mountain cloud forest. Papallacta boasts a variety of pools of different temperature, whose water is odourless and colourless, known for its healing properties.

Relax at the most enjoyable place in the highlands of Ecuador.

We are going to visit the hot springs waters from Papallacta and also walking by the nature paths where you can see a lot of different kind

of flora and fauna of the “Paramus” in this breathtaking area.

 * Rates include private transportation and tour guide. 

 1 Passenger - $ 150

 2 Passengers - $ 180

 3 Passengers - $ 210
4 Passengers - $ 240

 * Does not include food also entrance to

 Thermas Papallacta: Public pools - $ 9 or SPA - $ 25 

* We keep all the biosecurity measures

For more information, please contact to: 

Mobile & WhatsApp: (593)   986 588 404

canelatravel@gmail.com   
Facebook: @quitogaytours 
Instagram: @quitogaytours 

 

QUILOTOA, ECUADOR BEST KEPT SECRETS

 DISCOVERING THE ENCHANTING CRATER OF QUILOTOA 

Nestled high in the Ecuadorian Andes, the Crater of Quilotoa is a spectacular destination that mesmerizes visitors with its surreal beauty and rich cultural heritage. This water-filled caldera, formed from a volcanic eruption over 800 years ago, is now a shimmering turquoise lake surrounded by dramatic cliffs and rugged terrain, making it a must-visit spot for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

The main attraction is, of course, the Quilotoa Lake itself. The 3-kilometer-wide crater hosts a serene lake with a distinct greenish-blue hue, caused by dissolved minerals. The panoramic view from the rim is breathtaking, offering a sight of the vibrant lake contrasting starkly against the stark volcanic landscape.

In our tour we will visit:

The ceramic community of “La Victoria”

The small town of Tigua.

The Toachi Cañón.

Zumbahua Market (only Saturday)

The Quilotoa Lake.

RATES:

Include private transportation and tour guide 

1 Passenger - $ 200
2 Passengers - $ 230 

3 Passengers - $ 260
4 Passengers - $ 290

We keep all the biosecurity measures.
* Meals are not included

For more information, please contact to: 

Celular y WhatsApp (593) 986 588 404

canelatravel@gmail.com

MINDO. THE MOST GRATIFYING PLACES FOR BIRDWATCHING

Mindo also offers excellent opportunities for rafting, tubing canopying (zip-lining) and hiking.

From adrenaline and adventure to delicious food and relaxation, in combination with astonishing nature views, Mindo Ecuador has it all.

And not only that, besides the more than 500 species of birds (there is no other place in Ecuador where you can spot as many birds as here), Mindo homes a vast variety of beautiful orchids and butterflies.

Our tour starts at 08:00 and we will be returning back to Quito at approximately 20:00

- Breakfast with one of the best Coffe of Mindo

- Bird watching Garden.

- Butterfly farm.

RATES INCLUDE PRIVATE TRANSPORT AND TOUR GUIDE 

1 Passenger - $ 180 2 Passengers - $ 210
3 Passengers - $ 240 4 Passengers - $ 270

Extra Expenses:

Bird Watching Garden - $ 5

Butter fly farm: $ 7.5

Cable car over the cloudy forest: $ 5.
Chocolate Tour: $ 10

Optonial:

Canopy over the Cloudy Forest: $ 20 

* Does not include food or entrances to tourist sites and practice of tubing, rafting or canopy.     

* We keep all the biosecurity measures

For more information, please contact to 
Cell Phone & WhatsApp : (593) 986 588 404 

canelatravel@gmail.com