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Quito, Ecuador

Quito is the capital of Ecuador, as well as the second largest city in the country, surrounded by the striking Andes Mountains (at an altitude of 2,580 meters). When you are taking a cruise from Quito, you might consider spending some time in the historic city before you depart. Quito is brimming with local markets, artisans, restaurants, bars, and an “Old Town” with colonial architecture, churches, and history (also a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Located nearby is Ciudad Mitad del Mundo (which translates to "Middle of the World City," which is home to a monument that marks the exact location of the Equator.

Avalon Waterways and Tauck offer cruises that depart from Quito. Avalon's 18-guest chartered river ship, Treasure of Galapagos features 7- and 11-night Galapagos Island and Amazon cruises. A great time to take a cruise from Quito is between December and January, as well as from April to May. While the weather in Quito can be unpredictable for the most part, these two times are when you can count on the most sunshine (although you may experience short periods of rain in the afternoon).

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Destinations for Cruises from Quito, Ecuador

The following cruise destinations can be visited on a cruise from Quito, Ecuador. Select a destination to view the upcoming cruises that are available:

Galapagos Cruises from Quito, Ecuador

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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Quito, Ecuador

The following cruise lines feature cruises leaving from Quito, Ecuador. Select a cruise line to view upcoming cruises that they're offering from Quito, Ecuador:

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Celebrity Cruises
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Hurtigruten Expeditions
Tauck Cruises

River Cruise Line
Ships: 19 (16 - 166 Guests)
Shore Excursions Included
Complimentary Wi-Fi

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River Cruise Line
Ships: 19 (16 - 166 Guests)
Shore Excursions Included
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Beer & Wine Included w/ Lunch & Dinner
View in Every Room

An award-winning river cruise line, Avalon Waterways offers luxury river cruises throughout the rivers of Europe, Southeast Asia, Egypt, and South America, including the Galapagos Islands. Their ships are among the youngest and most innovative in the river cruising industry. They feature spacious accommodations, fantastic cuisine, and captivating itineraries. As a part of the Globus family of brands, many of Avalon's cruises can be combined with a Globus land package, creating a truly unique vacation package. Thanks to Avalon Waterways' relationship with Globus, they can offer inspired enrichment on their cruises through guided sightseeing tours, daily port lectures, and VIP access to key destinations.

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Ships: 17 (16 - 3,260 Guests)
Inclusive Packages Available
Award-Winning Cruise Line

Celebrity Cruises from Quito, Ecuador Onboard Credit or Pre-Paid Gratuities!

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Premium Cruise Line
Ships: 17 (16 - 3,260 Guests)
Inclusive Packages Available
Award-Winning Cruise Line
Spa & Fitness Heaven

Until you personally experience the five-star service for which Celebrity Cruises is acclaimed, you won't know what it means to be treated not simply as a passenger, but as an honored guest. Fabulous service, great food and entertaining shows are all available onboard each Celebrity cruise ship. AquaClass accommodations, balcony staterooms with special spa amenities and access, are now available on most Celebrity ships. Canyon Ranch, one of the world’s leading spa and wellness brands, has partnered with Celebrity to bring you the indulgent Canyon Ranch SpaClub aboard ten of their state-of-the-art ships. Consistently rated as one of the best cruise lines in the world, you simply can't go wrong with Celebrity Cruises.

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Shore Excursions Included
Beverages & Gratuities Included

Celebrity Xpedition Class from Quito, Ecuador Onboard Credit or Pre-Paid Gratuities!

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All-Inclusive
Shore Excursions Included
Beverages & Gratuities Included

A unique offering within the premium Celebrity Cruises fleet, the Celebrity Xpedition Class consists of three intimate vessels: the state-of-the-art 100-guest (debuted in 2019) Celebrity Flora; a 100-guest mega-yacht, Celebrity Xpedition; and a 16-guest catamaran, Celebrity Xploration. All three ships sail year-round in one of the most pristine and exotic parts of the world, the Galapagos Islands (made famous by the studies of Charles Darwin). This is an all-inclusive vacation, with all beverages (including bottled water, coffee, tea, wine, beer and spirits, but excluding select premium brands), gratuities, and shore excursions included. Among the other inclusions are room service, a fitness room, and nightly lectures by certified naturalists from the Galapagos National Park.

Specialty Cruise Line
Ships: 7 (90 - 970 Guests)
Unique Expedition-Style Voyages
Wide Range of Excursions

Hurtigruten Expeditions from Quito, Ecuador Onboard Credit or Cash Back!

River Cruise Line
Ships: 25 (40 - 310 Guests)
All inclusive pricing
Family owned cruise line

Tauck Cruises from Quito, Ecuador Exclusive Gift Cards!

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River Cruise Line
Ships: 25 (40 - 310 Guests)
All inclusive pricing
Family owned cruise line
Unique excursions
Intimate ships (98 to 130 passengers)

One of the world's leaders in premium land tours also offers fantastic river cruises in Europe, as well as small ship cruises. Their luxurious Tauck River Cruising fleet sails in some of the most famous rivers in the world, such as the Rhine, Rhone, Danube and Seine. Tauck Cruises' small ship fleet provides expedition and cultural journey cruises worldwide. Every one of their river cruises is all-inclusive, providing guests with a great value, pairing fantastically with their intimate, club-like onboard atmosphere and the uncommon access they get their guests via exclusive cultural experiences on their included excursions ashore.

Things to do near Quito, Ecuador

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Quito, along with a brief description:

♦ Old Town

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Quito’s Old Town is a fabulous way to spend time in the city. Among the major points of interest are La Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus, (a church with an interior made of gold), Basilica del Voto Nacional (where you can go to the top of the towers for amazing views of the city), Plaza de San Francisco, and Plaza Grande.

♦ Teleferiqo

If you’re craving to witness the most breathtaking views in Quito, pay a visit to Teleferiqo, an aerial cable car that transports you to the top of Cruz Loma, where you can experience the most stunning views of the surrounding area. Once you’re at the top, you can choose to just admire the views and return to the ground, or continue to hike up Rucu Pichincha for a real challenge (it is advised not to hike alone, for safety reasons). Since the top of Cruz Loma and above can get chilly, you might consider bringing a sweatshirt along for the ride.

♦ Quito’s La Ronda

Located in Quito’s historic neighborhood, La Ronda is a can’t miss if you’re spending time in the city before or after your cruise! When you visit this area, you can soak in Spanish culture by admiring the surrounding architecture, which is reminiscent of Andalusian influences. Today, you can discover La Ronda’s artistic roots in its numerous museums, art galleries, artisan shops, and local restaurants. With such a romantic vibe, it’s a perfect attraction for couples or honeymooners.

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