Historic Quito & Middle of the World

Excursion

Prices vary by season. Exact pricing confirmed at booking.

5% discount applied when you pre-book online
Up to 5% extra discount available to HX Explorers
Duration
7-8h00
Activity level
Moderate – some mobility needed
Booking code
ECUIO-01

Optional excursions can be booked online or onboard. For voyages before April 2028, online booking is available now and closes 7 days before departure. From April 2028 onwards, bookings open 4 months before departure, and we'll email you when bookable.

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Straddle the Equator at the Middle of the World City

Enjoy a guided tour of Quito’s remarkable Old Town – one of the largest and best-preserved colonial-era quarters in South America. Wander through cobblestone streets as you admire the architecture – and sample some delicious chocolate made from finest Ecuadorian cacao along the way.

Next, you’ll head to the iconic ‘Middle of the World City’, located around 16 miles north of Quito. After lunch, you’ll visit the famous monument that delineates the imaginary line of the Equator. Have your camera ready to capture the moment you stand with one foot in each hemisphere.

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