Otavalo Full Day
Otavalo is a city in the Andean highlands of Imbabura Province, northern Ecuador. It is surrounded by volcanoes, such as the Imbabura volcano.
It is known for its Otavalo market in the central Plaza de Ponchos, where locals dressed in traditional indigenous clothing sell colorful textiles and handicrafts.
In Otavalo, interculturality is observed in every corner and manifested through folklore. Its inhabitants proudly wear their traditional garments, which are mostly made by themselves. The color, detail and symbolism are embroidered in ponchos, blouses, anacos and girdles.
Among the activities you can do on the Otavalo tour is shopping in the famous Ponchos square, knowing our history at the Quitsato sundial, savoring delicious biscuits, and visiting beautiful lagoons such as Cuicocha. If you want to know more about this spectacular place, know our itinerary so you can enjoy all the activities that Otavalo has prepared for you.
ITINERARY
| Schedule | Itinerary |
| 07:00 | Leave from Plaza Foch (Juan Leon Mera and Reina Victoria) for transfer to Otavalo |
| 08:30 | Quitsato Sundial located at the Equator line. Entrance $2 |
| 09:00 | Visit at the Cayambe bizcochos (local biscuits) factory. Products not included |
| 10:00 | Viewing point ‘Mira Lago’ where it is possible to see Cayambe |
| 11:30 | Exploring Otavalo Market. |
| 13:30 | Visit Cotacachi leather town/ Lunch |
| 15:00 | Arrive at Cuicocha lake |
| 18:00 | Arrive in Quito |
*Note: All times approximate, EXCEPT starting time
INCLUDED
– Certified bilingual guide.
– Lunch.
– Transportation.
– Photographs and videos.
– Entrance to Cotacachi Cayapas National Park.
EXCLUDED
WHAT TO BRING
PRICE
| Shared Tour | 55 p.p |
| Private Tour | 1 pax $ 230 – 2 pax $ 115 – 3pax $ 85pp (any day) |
| Full-Day Transportation: | $ 200 – for a group 4 pax– 6 max pax (Spanish speaking driver) |
