Day Trips from Quito 44 options
Sort44 of 44
No experiences match those filters.
Baños Day Trip from Quito: Casa del Árbol Swing & Devil’s CauldronFeel the rush of Baños on a full-day tour from Quito: swing at Casa del Árbol, cross the Pastaza River by cable car, and taste Salcedo ice cream. Includes entrances and local guide.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup★ 4.95 (801)14hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art StopFeel the chill air at Quilotoa Lagoon, hike the crater rim, meet local artists in Tigua, and travel with a bilingual guide: includes all entrances and transport.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.91 (686)11hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Cotopaxi: Horseback Ride & Hike Day Trip, Non-Touristy RouteFeel the wild side of Cotopaxi with a horseback ride inside the park, a high-altitude hike to base camp, and entry via a quiet local route. Includes pickup.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 4.97 (563)9h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Otavalo Market & Peguche Falls Day Trip from Quito with Local MusicFeel the buzz of Otavalo Market, taste fresh bizcochos in Cayambe, and hear Andean music at a family home. Includes hotel pickup and bilingual guide.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.82 (460)12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Volcanoes: Day Trip from QuitoTwo Andean volcanoes in 10 hours from Quito: Cotopaxi National Park, Limpiopungo Lagoon hike, and Quilotoa crater lake. Small groups, private transport, entry fees included.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 8★ 4.92 (221)9h–10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 240per person
Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Day Trip with Waterfalls & HummingbirdsFeel the mist of Mindo’s waterfalls, spot wild hummingbirds, and taste real Ecuadorian chocolate on a private day trip from Quito. Includes hotel pickup and expert guide.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.90 (155)9h–10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito & Limpiopungo LagoonFull-day Cotopaxi National Park tour from Quito with guide, park entry, lunch and hotel pickup. Hike to Padre Rivas Refuge at 4,830m and see the active volcano.Every day · 07:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 4.71 (147)9hEN · DE · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip from Quito with Waterfall & ButterfliesFeel the misty air of Mindo Cloud Forest, walk to Nambillo waterfall, and watch butterflies swirl. Includes private transport, bilingual guide, and pickup from Quito.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.88 (127)12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Quilotoa Lagoon day trip from Quito: Hike the crater rimFull-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa Lagoon with guide, hotel pickup and entrance included: hike the 3-kilometer crater rim filled with turquoise water.Every day · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.89 (117)11h–12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip: Birding, Hiking & Local LunchStart your Mindo cloud forest day trip from Quito with birdwatching, easy hikes, and a local lunch. Includes hotel pickup, expert guide, and all transport.Every day · 07:15 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.77 (113)9h–11hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 185per person
Quito: Old Town, Teleférico & Equator Private Day TripFeel the pulse of Quito’s Old Town, ride the Teleférico for mountain views, and balance at the Equator line: all with a private guide and city pickup included.Every day · 08:00 and 08:15 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 4.96 (91)7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
Papallacta Hot Springs Day Trip from Quito & LagoonPapallacta thermal springs full day from Quito with lagoon viewpoint, guided nature walk & spa pools. 2 hours from city, bilingual guide, transport included.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · Up to age 64★ 4.85 (82)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 129per person
Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art StopWake up to the colors of Quilotoa Lagoon, hike the crater rim, share lunch with locals, and visit a Tigua art workshop. Includes pickup from Quito hotels.Every day · 07:00 · Pickup optional★ 4.80 (81)12h–14hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 69per person
Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito with Hike & LunchFeel the altitude on a Cotopaxi volcano day trip from Quito, hike to the Refugio, wander Limpiopungo Lagoon, and share lunch: includes pickup and local guide.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 7★ 4.93 (76)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 260per person
Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Day Trip with Waterfalls & WildlifeFeel the mist of Mindo Cloud Forest, spot hummingbirds, walk to waterfalls, and taste local chocolate on a private day trip from Quito: includes hotel pickup and guide.Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 · Pickup optional · From age 3★ 4.83 (72)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 138per person
Baños Day Trip from Quito: Waterfalls and Cloud ForestPrivate day trip from Quito to Baños de Agua Santa with bilingual guide, hotel pickup at 7:30 a.m.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup★ 4.93 (59)11h–12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 166per person
Papallacta Hot Springs day trip from Quito: Private thermal bathsPrivate full-day trip from Quito to Papallacta Hot Springs with guide and transportation. Soak in medicinal thermal waters surrounded by Andean mountains.Every day · 08:00 and 14:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.98 (58)7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
Mindo Cloud Forest day trip from Quito: Birdwatching with guidesDay trip from Quito to Mindo Cloud Forest with private transportation, birdwatching, waterfall walks, butterfly house and orchid garden.Every day · Ages 18–80★ 4.84 (45)8h–10hEN · DE · FR✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Mindo Cloud Forest Birdwatching: Hummingbirds & WaterfallBirdwatching and hiking tour from Quito to Mindo Cloud Forest with bilingual guide, cable car ride, waterfall views.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.93 (43)7h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 295per person
Horseback Riding near Quito: Cotopaxi Volcano & Chagra CultureRide criollo horses at the foothills of Rumiñahui volcano and explore Cotopaxi National Park with a naturalist guide, including hotel pickup from Quito and a box lunch.Every day · 07:10 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.76 (37)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 209per person
Antisana Volcano & Condors Day Trip from Quito: 5,753m peakDay trip from Quito to Antisana Volcano with Andean Condor spotting, Mica Lake hike, and lunch. Private transport and naturalist guide included.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.92 (37)7h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito: Private tour with lunchPrivate Cotopaxi volcano tour from Quito with hike to José Rivas Refuge and Limpiopungo Lake. Includes transport, guide, entry fees, and lunch.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 4.93 (30)8h–9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Antisana Condor Sanctuary day trip from Quito: See Andean CondorsFull-day birdwatching tour from Quito to Antisana National Park. Spot Andean Condors, hummingbirds, and rare species with guide, pickup, and lunch.Every day · 05:15 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.97 (29)7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 128per person
Papallacta Hot Springs Day Trip: Andes Hike & PoolsFrom Quito, drive into the Andes to Papallacta's thermal resort in mountain forest: hike a trail through the peaks.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 4.95 (22)8h–9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 113per person
Quito & Middle of the World Private Day TripPrivate day trip from Quito to the equator at Mitad del Mundo with guide and hotel pickup: walk the colonial center.Every day · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (19)6h–7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 113per person
Quito to Baños tour: Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Lagoon day tripDay trip from Quito to Baños through Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon with guide and air-conditioned transport.Every day except Wednesday and Sunday · 06:15 · Up to age 89★ 5.00 (14)7h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 191per person
White Water Rafting from Quito: Pastaza River Level III+Paddle the Pastaza River's level III+ rapids between two national parks, then hike the Avenue of the Waterfalls with a cable car crossing and lunch.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 10★ 4.60 (10)11h–12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 229per person
Quilotoa Lagoon Day Trip: Crater Walk & MarketsFull-day tour from Quito to Quilotoa crater lake with indigenous market visits, artisan gallery stop and Ecuadorian lunch. Pickup at 7:15 am, return around 6 pm.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Pickup optional · From age 5★ 5.00 (8)10h–12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Guayaquil City Tour & Chocolate Farm: Private Day Trip with LunchPrivate day trip through Guayaquil's Malecón and Las Peñas, then to a family cacao farm where you roast beans and make chocolate, with lunch included and hotel pickup.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (8)8h–9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 249per person
Papallacta Hot Springs day trip from Quito: Hike and soakPrivate day trip from Quito to Papallacta Hot Springs with driver-guide, mountain hike and thermal pools. Pick your own pace between the trail and the spa.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.75 (8)6h–7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Cotopaxi National Park and Inca Ruins Day Trip from QuitoPrivate day tour from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park with a certified bilingual guide, featuring lunch in an Inca temple at the colonial San Agustin de Callo hacienda.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (8)8m–9mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 227per person
Otavalo Market Day Trip: Indigenous Crafts & Leather GoodsPrivate day trip from Quito to Ecuador's most famous indigenous market at Otavalo. Visit Cayambe and Cotacachi for leather goods with a local guide and private vehicle.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (7)7h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 113per person
Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip: Private Hummingbird TourPrivate day trip from Quito to Mindo cloud forest with driver-guide, hummingbird sanctuary.Every day · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (6)8h–9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 113per person
Ziplining in Baños from Quito: Waterfalls and adventureFull-day trip from Quito to Baños featuring a cable car, canopy walk, glass bridge, and visits to Bride's Veil and Pailon del Diablo waterfalls with a bilingual guide.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 5.00 (6)10h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Papallacta Hot Springs day trip from Quito: Thermal pools and spaSoak in natural hot springs at Papallacta, 3,300 meters high in the Andes near Quito, with private transport, a bilingual guide.Every day · 08:30 and 17:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 8★ 5.00 (5)7h–10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
Baños waterfalls day trip from Quito: Private tour with guidePrivate day trip from Quito to Baños with a national guide visiting three waterfalls, the Swing at the End of the World, and a tree house, with hotel pickup and breakfast.Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (5)13hEN · FR · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 190per person
Cotopaxi Volcano tour: Hike Limpiopungo Lagoon, 4800 metersDay trip to Cotopaxi National Park with certified guide, air-conditioned transport and a hike around Limpiopungo Lagoon.Thu and Sat · Up to age 80★ 5.00 (4)6h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Antisana National Park Tour: Andean Condor & Glacier LagoonsPrivate full-day tour from Quito to Antisana National Park with expert guide, binoculars and park entry included. Spot Andean condors.Every day · 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (3)8h–10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Horseback Riding near Quito: Rose Farm & Highland TrailsRide horseback through Ecuadorian highlands near Quito with a local guide, visiting a rose farm and volcano views over 6 to 7 hours with meals and transport.Every day · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (2)6h–7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 229per person
Horseback Riding in Cotopaxi National Park from QuitoRide horseback through Cotopaxi National Park for a full day from Quito, passing volcanic ravines and haciendas before hiking to Padre Rivas Refuge.Every day · 07:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 8★ 5.00 (2)9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 199per person
Guayaquil City Tour & Chocolate Farm: Private Day Trip from QuitoPrivate day trip from Quito to Guayaquil with English-speaking guide, lunch included, and a cacao farm visit where you learn how chocolate is made.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (1)EN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 249per person
Otavalo Market Day Trip: Indigenous Crafts & Leather GoodsDrive north from Quito to Ecuador's most famous indigenous market to browse handwoven textiles and ceramics.Every day · Pickup optional · All ages★ 5.00 (1)7h–8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Quito & Middle of the World Private Day Trip: Equator TourPrivate day trip through Quito's Old Town and the Intiñan Solar Museum at the equator, with English-speaking guide and hotel pickup included. 6 to 7 hours total.Every day · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (1)6h–7hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 103per person
Quilotoa Lagoon day trip from Quito: Trek to crater lakeHighland indigenous market, Andean family visit, and 150-meter trek into Quilotoa crater from Quito with bilingual guide and lunch included in this full-day adventure.Every day · 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 5.00 (5)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
The top 12 of 44 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baños Day Trip from Quito: Casa del Árbol Swing & Devil’s CauldronOur pick | US$ 89 per person | 14h | 4.95★ · 801 | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish |
| Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art StopBest value | US$ 59 per person | 11h | 4.91★ · 686 | Every day · 07:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cotopaxi: Horseback Ride & Hike Day Trip, Non-Touristy RouteTop rated | US$ 130 per person | 9h 30m | 4.97★ · 563 | Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 | English, Spanish |
| Otavalo Market & Peguche Falls Day Trip from Quito with Local Music | US$ 69 per person | 12h | 4.82★ · 460 | Every day · 07:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cotopaxi & Quilotoa Volcanoes: Day Trip from Quito | US$ 240 per person | 9h–10h | 4.92★ · 221 | Every day · 07:30 | English, Spanish |
| Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Day Trip with Waterfalls & Hummingbirds | US$ 149 per person | 9h–10h | 4.90★ · 155 | Every day · 07:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cotopaxi Volcano Day Trip from Quito & Limpiopungo Lagoon | US$ 89 per person | 9h | 4.71★ · 147 | Every day · 07:00 and 08:00 | English, German, Spanish |
| Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip from Quito with Waterfall & Butterflies | US$ 59 per person | 12h | 4.88★ · 127 | Every day · 07:00 | English, Spanish |
| Quilotoa Lagoon day trip from Quito: Hike the crater rim | US$ 89 per person | 11h–12h | 4.89★ · 117 | Every day · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip: Birding, Hiking & Local Lunch | US$ 185 per person | 9h–11h | 4.77★ · 113 | Every day · 07:15 | English, Spanish |
| Quito: Old Town, Teleférico & Equator Private Day Trip | US$ 120 per person | 7h | 4.96★ · 91 | Every day · 08:00 and 08:15 | English, Spanish |
| Papallacta Hot Springs Day Trip from Quito & Lagoon | US$ 129 per person | 8h | 4.85★ · 82 | Every day · 07:00 | English, Spanish |
Day Trips from Quito at a glance
- Our pick: Baños Day Trip from Quito: Casa del Árbol Swing & Devil’s Cauldron, US$ 89 (14h, 4.95★ · 801).
- Best value: Quilotoa Day Trip from Quito: Lagoon Hike & Tigua Art Stop, US$ 59 (11h, 4.91★ · 686).
- Top rated: Cotopaxi: Horseback Ride & Hike Day Trip, Non-Touristy Route, US$ 130 (9h 30m, 4.97★ · 563).
Real price per person across the 44 options: US$ 59–US$ 295 (median US$ 129). With 100+ reviews: 10 of 44.
Of the 44 options: 44 with free cancellation, 43 with instant confirmation, 41 with hotel pickup, 32 kid-friendly, 11 private and 27 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
More things to do in Quito
Cotopaxi National Park40 optionsTeleférico Cable Car in Quito27 optionsQuito Old Town8 optionsPapallacta Hot Springs10 optionsQuilotoa Lagoon10 optionsMuseums in Quito6 optionsOtavalo Market8 optionsMindo Cloud Forest20 optionsQuito City Tour20 optionsCotopaxi Volcano Tours11 optionsQuito Walking Tour11 optionsFood & Drink in Quito13 optionsQuito Hot Springs11 optionsQuito Chocolate Tours8 optionsWaterfalls in Quito19 optionsQuito Airport Taxi11 optionsCotopaxi National Park Hiking Tours18 optionsHiking Quito32 optionsQuito to Amazon Rainforest6 optionsQuito National Parks10 optionsCotopaxi National Park Day Trips10 optionsHorseback Riding Quito9 optionsCotopaxi Volcano Hiking Tours8 options