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Quito biking tour
Local Quito experiences on 2 wheels
Looking for a unique Quito experience? Join us on a memorable biking trip through the Modern parts of Quito!
2 different routes are available:
- Cultural Biking TourDiscover local life on a bike as you pedal your way around to see art and experience culture. Chocolate tasting, history, street art, markets, parks and spectacular views await you.
- 4 hour bike ride through Quito’s Central área: La Floresta, Guapulo Alto, La Mariscal, Alameda.
- Ideal tour for people who want to see something other than ‘just’ the touristy parts of Quito.
- Cycle through verdant parks and experience amazing views of the city from some great vantage points.
- Sample local food, chocolate and juices.
- Urban Biking Tour This is the city’s ‘True North’. Let us show you a blend of modern Quito, parks, botanical garden, local food, markets and culture.
- 4 hour tour through Quito’s central north area: La Floresta, Carolina, La Mariscal, Iñaquito.
- Ideal for people who love the not touristy parts of the city. Parks, street art, flora, culture, local life, modern and traditional neighborhoods.
- Cycle through one of the biggest parks in Quito and South America.
- Feel, see and eat the culture that makes Quito so special.
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Quito biking tour
Prices 2021
- Per person
- $105 1 rider
- $100 2-4 riders
- $95 5-1 riders
Itinerary
- Cultural itinerary (1/2 day)
- Departure from Ocho y medio Arthouse Cinema, first visiting the amazing street art around la Floresta district.
- Cycle to Guapulo viewpoint for views down the valley.
- Visit El Ejido park to see the local culture, and to an iconic local fruit and veg market.
- Explore Alameda Park, and see the oldest astronomical observatory in Ecuador.
- Return to la Floresta, finishing the tour at La Cleta Bicycle Café.
- Urban itinerary (1/2 day)
- Departure from Ocho y medio Arthouse Cinema, first visiting the amazing street art around la Floresta district.
- Visit La Carolina Park and Quito Botanic Garden. Ride along Amazonas Avenue, one of the main arteries of the modern city.
- See a mysterious energy point, and visit an iconic local fruit and veg market at Iñaquito district.
- Return to la Floresta, finishing the tour at La Cleta Bicycle Café.
About this itinerary
- This is a private tour, just you and your guide.
- We recommend booking day tours at least one week in advance to ensure that a guide is available for you.
- Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the tour so that we can leave on time.
- Keep in mind that Quito is 2867 meters above sea level. Although this is an easy ride, give yourself at the very least, one day to acclimatize.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Tour dates
What to bring
Inclusions
- Urban Bicycle ( Fulgur “Cotinga” 24 speed)
- Safety certified helmet
- Chain, padlock and key
- Reflective safety vest
- Professional and licensed bilingual local guide (English- Spanish)
- Occasional snacks or juice
Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Lunch
- Water (we ask every participant to bring their own water bottle)
- Tips
Tour Dates
- This tour can run on any day of the year.
- Recommended tour timing: 09:00 – 13:00 or 14:00 – 18:00.
What to bring:
- ID (original or copy)
- Raincoat
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- Cap
- Handkerchief
- Sunblock
- Money, including small change
- Water bottle
- A good attitude