The majority of visitors fly to the capital of Ecuador, Quito. This is one of the most compelling cities in Latin America. A city nestled in a long, narrow valley in the Andes on the slopes of the Volcano Pichincha on the west side. Quito with its glorious colonial center, a maze of narrow streets and exquisite monasteries and churches demands at least a couple of days to explore. Its modern new town is packed with hotels, restaurants and services which make it a convenient base for excursions.
Quito affords easy access to many of Ecuador´s diverse activities and regions. Moreover, the city’s extensive network of travel agents and tour operators make arranging excursions simple. Some of the most popular Quito day trips and activities are Otavalo market, Mindo Coud forest, Cotopaxi and Antisana Volcano, Papallacta thermal polls between others.
