Top Quito Classes & Workshops

This tour is truly a foodie paradise, come along for a wonderful experience in Quito! Take part in the timeless tradition of Afternoon Coffee (El Cafe de la Tarde) in Quito. Explore the Historic Center in search of hard-to-find local shops. Taste authentic Ecuadorian and Quiteño cuisine. You will have a great in-the-know guide who will take you on a foodie adventure along the narrow and busy streets of Old Town. Your friendly guide will entertain you with great stories about the food you taste and the shops you visit. - Afternoon food walking tour in Quito's Historic Center - Visit hard-to-find shops: a coffee roaster, a chocolatier, a yesteryear cafeteria for tasting local treats and ice cream. - Make coffee the local way with a "chuspa" or cheesecloth filter. - Entice your palate with local treats, great coffee, delicious chocolate, and plenty more culinary delights!

One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the local culture is through its cuisine, and this cooking workshop takes it one step further. Alongside a private host, get your hands dirty and learn how to make traditional Ecuadorian dishes, that have been passed down through generations, from scratch. Then, enjoy the fruits of your labor complemented by good conversation with your host.

Take a delicious and enriching class in traditional Ecuadorian cuisine. After a welcome drink, head to the market in the historic center with a local chef and select ingredients for three typical regional dishes: Locro Quiteño, Encocado and chocolate soup. Learn the history of each dish as you peel, cut, season and mix. Afterward, enjoy the fruit of your labor on the host’s lovely patio.

Immerse yourself in the food and culinary culture of the Guayaquileños, as residents of Guayaquil are called. This 3-hour tour includes a stop at a local market and a family's home to learn more about Ecuadorean cuisine. Round-trip hotel transportation provided.

Skip the public transportation and enjoy an easy Arrival, Airport and Ground Transfer in Quito. After landing in Mariscal Sucre International Airport join other travelers to depart for your Quito hotel in a shared minivan.

Don’t let limited time in Ecuador stop you visiting the majestic Quilotoa Lagoon, an emerald crater lake surrounded by mountain landscapes. Reach the natural wonder the easy way on this full-day tour from Quito, ideal for nature lovers. Stop at a traditional craft market before arriving in Quilotoa National Park and opting to hike or ride a mule (own expense) to the rim of the dormant volcano. Lunch and transfers are included.

Boasting a huge diversity of birdlife, the Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve draws ornithologists worldwide. It’s also a popular destination for anyone wishing to escape the busy streets of Quito. With a private guide to help you set the itinerary, you can visit a butterfly farm, trek to waterfalls, go river tubing, and taste locally made chocolate and coffee. Transport is made easy with private hotel pickup in a 4WD vehicle.

Discover the sights and lights of Quito at night with this evening tour of its historical, UNESCO-listed heart. Ride by illuminated churches and landmark sites such as the Basilica of the National Vow and Plaza Grande; and hear urban legends and insights into the city's cultural heritage you could easily miss otherwise. Finish by admiring views of the sparkling city from the hilltop viewpoint of Mirador del Panecillo—the perfect finale.

Discover the cuisine of one of Latin America's tastiest capitals, Quito, during this street food and drinks tour. Walk around the city with your guide and stop at several locally-known vendors to sample delicious Ecuadorian dishes. Explore the bohemian neighborhood of Guapolo and watch the sunset from a scenic viewpoint. Your night ends with a drink at a local speakeasy.

Journey to the beautiful Quilotoa volcano, driving through stunning mountain scenery and stopping to visit local Andean communities, during this day trip from Quito. Travel along the spectacular ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’ passing beneath its towering peaks, eventually stopping at a village of an indigenous community, to explore a local home and learn about their daily life. Finish your day with a trip to the lagoon inside Quilotoa volcano. This day trip includes a guide, entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport, and lunch.

Mindo, just two hours from Quito, is in a biodiverse cloud forest that's home to hundreds of species of birds and butterflies. This full-day tour with a private driver and guide includes a visit to a butterfly farm and a tour of a chocolate factory plus one other eco-adventure of your choosing, including ziplining, hiking, or an orchid farm visit, for a customized experience.

Rest assured you’ll arrive on time for take off when you pre-book this Quito Hotel and Ground Transfer. Travel by comfortable shared minivan from your Quito hotel to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in a safe and timely manner. 

Explore the incredible landscapes and nature of Ecuador with this excursion to the Quilotoa Lagoon. Located just outside the capital city of Quito, pass through historic towns such as Tambillo and indigenous communities, such as Tigua, on your journey. Upon arrival at the lagoon, learn about the ancient volcanic eruptions that caused its formation, before kayaking on the smooth water and riding a mule.

Journey through Ecuador’s incredible landscapes and stop on route for photos and to visit Otavalo Market on this tour from Quito. Head north along the Pan-American highway, taste biscuits in Cayambe, and hop out at Otavalo Market to experience the local shopping culture by bartering for handicrafts. Then, stop at Cuicocha Lagoon—a crater lake below Cotacachi Volcano—to snap photos and perhaps take an optional boat ride (additional cost).

Enjoy this full-day tour of Otavalo Marketplace, the largest Indigenous market in Latin America. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to Otavalo Marketplace, to browse stalls for colorful, artisan souvenirs and delicious flavours. See, too, the Lago San Pablo where you will be able to admire its beaty and take in the calm of this place.

Laguna Quilotoa, a blue-green volcanic crater lake, sits in the rugged Andean countryside south of Quito. With this tour, escape the busy streets of Quito for an all-inclusive day in the Andes, and see Quilotoa Lake from two different lookouts on the crater rim with views of Cotopaxi in the distance. En route back to Quito, spend some time craft workshops in Tigua and La Victoria.

Experience the enchantment of Cuevas del Ilaló, a magical cultural, art, and wellness center nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Quito. Located near an inactive volcano in Tumbaco's lush valley, this captivating venue offers a harmonious blend of nature, delicate architecture, and awe-inspiring views. Indulge in a truly magical evening as you sip on a glass of wine and immerse yourself in a mesmerizing concert held inside a man-made cave within the volcano. Let the music transport you to another realm. Following the captivating performance, delight in a specially designed dinner that complements the melodies, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Afterward, feel free to explore the enchanting installations and extend your enjoyment with a few more drinks, immersing yourself in the captivating ambiance of this extraordinary setting. Cuevas del Ilaló invites you to embark on a journey where nature's beauty, spellbinding music, and culinary artistry intertwine.

• Save time and get to know the city by visiting the most iconic places in Quito. • Connect with local people and live the experience of the Middle of the World. • Acquire basic Spanish knowledge to travel in a school day. • Discover the best preserved historical center in all of Latin America. • Travel comfortably while touring the city. • Begins Monday at 8:30 am.

• Share the class with people of your same Spanish level and from all over the world. • Make new friends. • Discover Ecuador and its culture accompanied by new travel companions. • Enjoy a friendly atmosphere. • Learn together with professional university professors. • Begins Monday at 8:30 am.

• Immerse yourself in the Spanish language with a partner of your same level. • Get to know the city during extracurricular activities. • Enjoy a friendly atmosphere with our local staff and travelers from different countries. • Acquire new skills in the Spanish language. • Learn with professional university professors with extensive experience. • Begins Monday at 8:30 am.

Learn Spanish with a partner or friend. If you are traveling accompanied and wish to learn Spanish together you can book this class and share the experience together, it allows to get personalized attention for your learning while sharing the experience.

• Custom classes focused on your needs. • Extracurricular activities that will complement your after-school experience. • Learn Spanish with professional teachers with several years of experience. • Meet people from all over the world. • Receive personalized assistance before, during and after your Spanish program.

Located in the Colonial Area of Quito, the Old Town, our Spanish Classes are dictated by University Degree professionals. The design of our programs allow you to have an effective learning of Spanish while traveling and also letting you know about the culture at your own pace and according to your goals.