One day in Quito
Mar 7th, 2008, 04:14 AM
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One day in Quito
Ok - I have booked my trip to the Galapagos Islands and have one full day in Quito (and half of another). What must I see/do in Quito with only one full day? It will be after 10 days in Galapagos and the day before I head back tot he US. Thanks!
Mar 7th, 2008, 08:02 AM
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Head to the Old Historic section. There you can see a couple of their most beautiful churches, San Francisco & La Compañia de Jesus, the latter rather impressive with all the gold leafing in the interior of the church. If it's a nice, clear day, also head out to Panecillo Hill, where you can see the Virgin of Quito monument (you can actually see her from Old Town as well) as well as a panoramic view of Quito. Plus you can't miss the Middle of the World Monument. Corny but fun!
We had a good guide in Quito, his name is Carlos Puente. If you'd like his email address, let me know.
We had a good guide in Quito, his name is Carlos Puente. If you'd like his email address, let me know.
Mar 12th, 2008, 08:42 AM
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’m not a huge fan or booking city tours, however I would highly recommend “Andrea” to anyone that might be interested in getting the best out of Quito. She took me on a private city tour that lasted about 6 to 7 hours and saw EVERYTHING! I decided what time I wanted to start, how long I wanted to stay in each sight, when I was ready to move on…she was fantastic and the prices were practically the same as if I had booked one of those “sit on a bus” tours. Her e-mail address is [email protected] , phone 00 (593) 2 2232 206 and cell phone 00 (593) 92 340 626.
If you touch base with her, tell her that I said “hi
” and that the painting sculpture she helped me buy at the MUSEO GUAYASAMIN looks fantastic at home.
Take care and enjoy the Galapagos!
Bernie
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If you touch base with her, tell her that I said “hi
” and that the painting sculpture she helped me buy at the MUSEO GUAYASAMIN looks fantastic at home. Take care and enjoy the Galapagos!
Bernie
Bernard Barberot
Apr 4th, 2008, 04:17 AM
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I took a private tour to the Historic section and it was worthwhile. I saw the sights mentioned by quimbymoy.
The remainder of the day I spent shopping at the local craft market, which was a lot of fun.
The remainder of the day I spent shopping at the local craft market, which was a lot of fun.
Apr 11th, 2008, 03:20 AM
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I booked thru www.amazingperu.com and so far have loved them. They are extremely quick on replying to inquiries and requests and have been extremely helpful.
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