Spend three hours learning how wine comes to life at high elevation. This guided Dos Hemisferios vineyard tour includes a factory walkthrough, barrel cellar visit, and a guided tasting paired with local cheeses.
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You arrive at the vineyard with Andes air cutting clear and thin—the slopes around Quito lending a cool firmness to the glass in your hand. The guide welcomes the group with a brief aperitif beneath low vines, and the tour moves through the processing plant where fermenting barrels hum softly like a workshop of patient craftsmen.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, easy walks on flat and slightly uneven surfaces
Wildlife
History
Modern winemaking around Quito grew from experimental plantings and projects that adapted viticulture to high-altitude microclimates; Dos Hemisferios highlights that recent innovation.
Conservation
The vineyard emphasizes local sourcing and low-impact practices; visitors are encouraged to follow stay-on-path rules to protect soil and plantings.
Reserve your spot on the 3-Hour Vineyard Wine Tour with Tasting today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate for altitude
Quito sits near 2,800–2,900 m; drink water before and during the tour to reduce altitude discomfort.
Sun protection
Bring sunscreen and a hat—the equatorial sun is intense even on cool days.
Layer up
Temperatures vary between sun and shade; a light jacket or fleece will keep you comfortable.
Taste responsibly
Pace tastings if you plan to drive afterward; consider booking transport or a driver.
Reusable water bottle
Helps manage hydration at high elevation.
Sunscreen and hat
Protects from strong equatorial UV exposure.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for walking on gravel and in production areas.
Light insulating layer
A windbreaker or fleece for cool cellar and breezy outdoor areas.