Quito to Otavalo

Rather than be overwhelmed at one of South America’s largest markets, let a personal guide accompany you. On this private day trip from Quito to Otavalo Market, you’ll have a better opportunity to interact with traditionally attired Quichua vendors selling handicrafts, textiles, and even livestock. Savor views of the Ecuadorian Andes on a brief waterfall walk after lunch in Cotacachi, a town known for its leather goods.

A tour focused on visiting three towns with their markets located north from Quito city. Each one of these locations are different from each other in terms of markets and artisans. Otavalo with the biggest textile market in South America, Peguche with the traditional weavers that work the textile by hand and Cotacachi with its leather market. This is a full day enjoying the northern landscapes and learning the culture of the region.

This private sightseeing tour offers transport and a personalized introduction to Otavalo, Ecuador’s most popular indigenous market. The market town is bustling any day of the week, with the most activity on Saturdays. Shop for handicrafts and textiles with a guide to lead the way and help you find the best bargains.

Step away from the hum of Quito and into the mesmerizing embrace of the Antisana Ecological Reserve, a mere 100km journey into the heart of the Andes. Here, adventure beckons on two wheels, guiding you through terrains that whisper tales of ancient times. From the verdant whispers of the upper Amazon at 1,200 meters to the staggering majesty of the Antisana Volcano, soaring at a breathtaking 5,758 meters, every inch of this land is a testament to nature's grandeur. Dive into the legends, for "Antisana" in the age-old Quichua tongue means the 'Dark Mountain'. True to its moniker, this enigmatic volcano often shrouds itself in a cloak of clouds. Yet, on those rare, magical days when the heavens part, the sight of its glacier-adorned pinnacle will etch itself into your soul. And as you're lost in its beauty, cast your gaze to the skies. A ballet of majestic condors, spirited cara caras, and a chorus of avian wonders serenade you, capturing the essence of Antisana's untamed spirit.

The traditional town of Otavalo lies in the foothills of the Andes Mountains around two hours north of Quito. On this tour, visit the famous Otavalo market and Cotocachi Leather Market, shop for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs, and stop at local beauty spots such as Peguche Waterfalls or Cuicocha Lake.

Experience the incredible geography and scenery of Ecuador during this full-day trip covering Pululahua National Park and the country’s ‘Middle of the World’ equator monument. Start your excursion by straddling both the north and south hemispheres at the ‘Mitad del Mundo’ site marking the earth’s equator. Then head to Pululahua, a geo-botanical reserve inside a dormant volcano where you can observe more than 50 species of exotic plants and more than 20 different types of animals. This trip also covers a guide, activities, entrance fees, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional lunch.

Enjoy a sampling of the natural, cultural, and historical sights found around Quito during this full-day private tour. Explore Quito’s historic city center by visiting several churches and colonial-era buildings. After lunch, experience life on both sides of the earth’s equator at the Middle of the World monument before finishing your day with the amazing landscapes of the Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve. Your comprehensive Quito trip also includes a guide, some site entrance fees, and an optional private tour upgrade.

Escape the city on this memorable adventure that includes stops at two of Ecuador's incredible volcanoes. Enjoy an exciting 3-hour horseback ride across the Pululahua Crater and head to the Mital del Mundo complex located at the equator. Learn the history of local tribes and how they cultivate the volcanic land. This thrilling outdoor excursion is perfect for first time visitors looking to make the most of their time in Quito. Upgrade your tour an indulge in lunch with panoramic views over the valley and cloud forest. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Shop for one-of-a-kind souvenirs at an indigenous market and enjoy gorgeous scenery during this 8-hour trip to Otavalo Market from Quito. This fascinating market features a wealth of hand-made creations produced by local Andean communities, including textiles, leather goods and more. Enjoy sublime views of the Andes Mountains and San Pablo Lake during your drive to the site before hunting for souvenirs. On your way home, you can choose to visit Cotacachi, an artisan town famous for its leather goods, or Cuicocha Lake. Your shopping and scenery trip includes a guide, entrance fees, a snack, round-trip hotel transport and an upgrade with lunch.

Expand your exploration of Ecuador with this private and customizable full-day tour from Quito with options including bargain hunting at the famous Otavalo Market, touring one of Ecuador's rose plantations, an artisan workshop, a visit to a bird sanctuary, photo opportunities on the shores of the largest lake in Ecuador, volcano views, a waterfall hike, the chance to taste a beloved regional pastry, and more.

Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of handcrafts, tapestries and weaving made by indigenous people of the surrounding villages. Meanwhile, tourists test their Spanish and bargaining skills at stalls vending colorful and inexpensive knitted sweaters, hats, gloves and much more.

Otavalo Market & Peguche Waterfall tour with us is the best experience! Our goal is to show travelers all over the world the true Otavalo with its unique nature, culture, hospitality of the city's inhabitants, offering individual high-level services, taking into account and taking care of every detail of the tour to fully satisfy our most demanding customers.

Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of handcrafts, tapestries and weaving made by indigenous people of the surrounding villages. Meanwhile, tourists test their Spanish and bargaining skills at stalls vending colorful and inexpensive knitted sweaters, hats, gloves and much more.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Quito and discover Ecuadorian culture on this day trip to Otavalo. With a private guide, head to the colorful Otavalo Market where you can shop for souvenirs and local handicrafts. Then, visit Mojanda Lake for a walk before enjoying more shopping at a leather crafts market in Cotacachi and woven goods at a local workshop.

Our tourist service is special because we have new cars and experienced guides that are certified and will make your experience unforgettable.

Cover some of Ecuador’s top cultural attractions without having to worry about planning or speaking Spanish on an action-packed private sightseeing tour. You’ll cover San Pablo Lake, the charming towns of Cotacachi and Cayambe, and Otavalo Market—the largest indigenous market in South America—while you enjoy the undivided attention of your guide.

All Inclusive: - Bilingual professional guide - Ecuadorian lunch and sightseeing tours Tourist Transportation: - From Quito - Otavalo - Quito Activities: - Hike in stunning landscapes - Visit to the indigenous market of Otavalo - Discover the Plaza de Ponchos - Panoramic views from the Mirador of Lake San Pablo - Explore Cotacachi and its renowned leather craftsmanship Quality and Professionalism: - Exceptional service with a professional touch Availability of Tours: - Shared tour: Every Tuesday and Saturday - Private tour: Every day

See the incredible and unique birdlife of Ecuador with this birding excursion with an experienced guide. Departing in the early morning from Quito City or Mindo town, travel to private reserves and sanctuaries to discover species in their natural habitat. Potential spots include the Schistes geoffroyi, Andigena laminirostris and the Tangara heinei. The necessary equipment including a spotting scope, binoculars and tuned bird calls are included.

Discover indigenous arts and local markets during this cultural tour of Otavalo Market and Laguna Cuicocha from Quito. Escape the city and journey into Ecuador's more rural hillsides as you follow your guide through some of the area's top cultural attractions.

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 flavors. See, too, the famous equator monument and stop in Peguche to visit a waterfall and a local family to learn about local music.

We are specialized tour guides, we have also our private car to make all the tour, it is a new car. We also, have bike and skates for renta if you want to make the tour in another transport. We will adapt to your preferences, we have walking, biking and skating tours with all the equipment.

No trip to Ecuador is complete without visiting Otavalo Marketplace, the largest indigenous market in South America. On this 8-hour tour from Quito, you’ll tick off top Ecuador attractions such as the Cayambe Volcano, Cuicocha Lake (Laguna Cuicocha, and the traditional town of Calderon. Spend free time exploring Otavalo Market and return home with unique souvenirs. Lunch is included.

The Tour Operator Enjoy Ecuador takes you to the city of Otavalo and Cotacachi, located in the Province of Imbabura, 1 hour 30 minutes from Quito. We will stop in the city of Cayambe where we will have a traditional tasting of biscuits, leaf cheese, and dulce de leche. Once in Otavalo we will visit the famous ponchos square, where you will be able to live close the day to day of Otavaleño merchants, you will have time to make purchases of the great variety of handicrafts that this place has to offer such as traditional ponchos, scarves, wood sculptures, paintings, traditional Otavalo pants, alpargatas (traditional footwear), etc. We will visit a craft workshop on Andean musical instruments. We will have the opportunity to visit the Cuicocha Lagoon, where you will be able to take pictures of this amazing attraction. To finish, we will have time for lunch in Cotacachi and return to Quito.