
Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour worth booking?
Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour is a 7-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $139 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $139 per person
This is the only genuine, exclusive and the best opportunity to have a “great taste” of the Northern Andes of Ecuador, going out of the beatten path and avoiding unnecessary crowds, just joining to an exciting full day tour from Quito!! Enjoy different landscapes, flavours, aromas, culture, feelings and a great history... Discover the mythical Cochasqui Pyramids, and the most accurate site on the Equator Line and make your wish become truth, and maximize your holidays having one of the most memorable lifetime experiences..!
What you get
About this experience
This is the only genuine, exclusive and the best opportunity to have a “great taste” of the Northern Andes of Ecuador, going out of the beatten path and avoiding unnecessary crowds, just joining to an exciting full day tour from Quito!! Enjoy different landscapes, flavours, aromas, culture, feelings and a great history... Discover the mythical Cochasqui Pyramids, and the most accurate site on the Equator Line and make your wish become truth, and maximize your holidays having one of the most memorable lifetime experiences..!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation.
- Certified Tour Guide.
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Quito
This tour will take you out of the beaten path! Cochasquí is one of the biggest and most important archaeological sites of Ecuador. It is located in the northern Andes. The complex has fifteen pyramids and several tombs (tolas) that belong the period 850 B.C. – 1.550 A.C. You will start this wonderful adventure at 8:00 a.m.
5 minutes here
Cochasqui Pyramids
Then you will have the opportunity to hike and be surrounded by hundreds of llamas while we learn all about the Caranquis, one of the most developed and unknown civilizations in South America, that defended their territory against the Inca invasion in the XV Century until early years of the XVI century in the epic battle of Yaguarcocha! Caranquis never managed stone carvings, only volcanic tuff, locally well-known as cangagua and adobe. However, they built big monuments as flat topped pyramids used as ceremonial sites or astronomical observatories. They used to bury their dead people under artificial hills called “Tolas”. After our unforgettable hike through the Inga Ñan (Inca trail), admiring the stunning views of the "Avenue of the Volcanoes".
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Cayambe
You will drive to a local rose farm to learn all about the fifth main industry of Ecuador! Once in there you will learn everything about the process of growing, harvesting and exporting roses!
60 minutes here
You will have time for lunch, and after 10 minutes driving you will stop in the Quitsato's Sundial, which is a big stone-mosaic-circle of 52 meters of diameter, where you can prove perfectly that it is exactly located in the middle of the world, according to the shade that a 10-meter-cylinder projects every day or during the different solstices and equinoxes!
60 minutes here
Quito
You will be back in Quito approximately at 4:00p.m.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ecuador Best Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cochasqui & beyond
We had an enjoyable tour where we first went to the Cochasqui Pyramids and learned a lot at the Museum & pyramids site. The visit to the rose plantation was lovely and impressed by the hard work of the family. The solar museum was very informative and saw their agave farm. A last minute visit was to a family business where they prepare bizcochos; it was amazing to see the preparation! Ivan was our guide and he went above and beyond for us to have an unforgettable experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much!!
via Tripadvisor
The pyramids were very...
The pyramids were very interesting. Our guide was really great. We loved the rose farm - it was better to see a small, family business, I think
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing with us your experience!!
via Viator
Off the Beaten Path and Absolutely Worth It
This tour was exactly what our group was looking for. We had already visited many of Ecuador’s most popular attractions and wanted something more cultural, quieter, and a little off the beaten path. This tour delivered on all counts. The history of the Cochasquí Pyramids and the story of the indigenous people who built them were fascinating. It was a chance to learn about a side of Ecuador that many visitors never experience. The rose plantation was eye-opening. Seeing the amount of manual work, care, and precision that goes into producing some of the world's most beautiful roses gave us a whole new appreciation for the industry. The final stop, the Solar Museum and Equator Line, was equally fascinating. It offered a completely different perspective on the world and how ancient cultures understood it. It offered a different way to view the globe. I highly recommend this tour. Luis did a great job.
Response from the operator: Thank you very very much for your complete review about your experience with us. We are very proud about offering to our visitors non-touristy destinations, and especial life-time-experiences. It was a pleasure!
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic Day!!!
We loved this tour! Seeing the ancient ruins of the Cochasqui Pyramids was stunning, being able to walk upon history and learn about this ancient civilization was fascinating. The rose plantation gave me greater appreciation for all the work and effort it takes to have beautiful flowers available in our local florist shops. The Equator line was fun, especially to be able to check it of our bucket list! The driver and guide spoke perfect English; he picked us up at our hotel near the airport and returned us in plenty of time to catch our evening flight back home. I would highly recommend this trip!!!!!!!!
Response from the operator: The perfect way to finish a journey in Ecuador... Thank you very much for visiting the North of Quito with us! It was our pleasure!
via Tripadvisor
Cochasqui and more
These are not really pyramids--more like grass-covered very big mounds, some with ramps. The story is that Queen Quilago, early 1500's, had the pyramids hidden with grass and dirt so the invading Incas wouldn't find them. The Spanish didn't find them either. A local farmer was plowing in the area and unearthed an artifact. Now it is an archeological dig site with much yet to be explored. That's one of the stories our guide Luis told us. Another is about a couple ditches found in one of the sites. They are thought to be sun and moon calendars. Luis was very good to us: we had a bit of walking to do, and I am slow. He adapted his pace to ours. He brought salt, and when he whistled a herd of llamas who live on the site came running to get some from us. He also took us to a rose farm: Ecuador exports upwards of 25 million tons of roses annually. And we got to stand on the equator. Amazing. The tour ended with lunch at La Dona Hacienda, a beautiful restaurant in a big gorgeous garden. A lovely day.
Response from the operator: Dear guests, Thank you very much for choosing this excursion to go out of the beaten path with us!! We are glad to know you loved this unique excursion, and learned so much from our beloved country. It was a real honor taking you there! Kind regards, Your Ecuadorian friends,
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $139 to $239
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ecuador Best Tours, who run 17 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.6 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $139 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day, Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour?
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Included: Private transportation; and Certified Tour Guide. Not included: Lunch; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 186 listed pickup locations in and around Quito. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Quito. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Cochasqui Pyramids, Rose Plantation and Equator Line Day Tour?
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Across 8 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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