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Otavalo Tour from Quito: Exploring Cayambe, Latin America's Largest Indigenous Market
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416 Ratings
Cayambe
Explore the top tourist attractions in Imbabura province, including the largest Indigenous Market in Latin America located in Otavalo.
Explore the top tourist attractions in Imbabura province, including the largest Indigenous Market in Latin America located in Otavalo.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cayambe - Explore the key attractions of Imbabura province in about 10 hours. Journey through the Valley of Guayllabamba to reach the equator monument, where the Equatorial Line crosses. Additionally, visit a bizcocho factory to discover and savor the preparation of this delightful cake.
- Otavalo Market - Proceed to Otavalo to explore the…
- Cayambe - Explore the key attractions of Imbabura province in about 10 hours. Journey through the Valley of Guayllabamba to reach the equator monument, where the Equatorial Line crosses. Additionally, visit a bizcocho factory to discover and savor the preparation of this delightful cake.
- Otavalo Market - Proceed to Otavalo to explore the largest indigenous market in South America, perfect for shopping.
- Cascada de Peguche - Next, travel to Peguche Waterfall, a stunning ritual and spiritual location where locals partake in a sacred bath under the waterfall on the eve of Inti Raymi.
- Peguche - Visit the Ñanda Mañachi house, a local family residence where visitors can learn about local music and this traditional band.
What's Included
- Bilingual guide (English / Spanish)
- Hotel pickup
- All entrances
- Tourist transport
- Bilingual guide (English / Spanish)
- Hotel pickup
- All entrances
- Tourist transport
What's Not Included
- Details not especified
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Details not especified
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Location
Cayambe
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(416 Ratings)
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Lindsay_g
Mar 31, 2026
Great day out! - Our guide Diana was so friendly, helpful and informative. The trip was worth it for the information alone. Great conversations. The Bizcochos was delicious and interesting to know the history/how they make it and similar with the Agave and at 0 0 0 my husband managed to balance an egg!! The waterfall is beautiful and watching the lady playing the instruments was very relaxing. And of course, the market was full of hoods to buy. We tried haggling (I usually hate it but they seem to love it!) and it really works - start at half the price and then work up to the middle difference. We got some bargains. For lunch Diana found a restaurant that served fish as I don’t eat meat. All in all a great day out.
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G3679dlalejandrap
Mar 20, 2026
Ale de chile - It's a very good tour, informative,
Personalized and the guide a 10/10 as he tells you from start to finish what you are visiting, explains each thing and place and tells you what is going to be done next and apart from all this he takes photos as many times as you want, I definitely recommend it totally
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Companion511867
Mar 19, 2026
Captivating Experience - Exceptional trip with Ernesto! He picked us from the hotel and started sharing the history behind the beautiful scenic views! I WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMEND ERNESTO! He was calm, patient and more importantly patient with us, and the questions we had. He is also a very good photographer! Ernesto made sure for our safety.
This trip was a beautiful visit to many different locations and markets. I highly reccomend!
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Happiness47282
Mar 15, 2026
Wonderful tour to Otovalo - Pamela was an outstanding guide
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O3262hymadisonb
Mar 8, 2026
Otavalo with Irene! - I did the Otavalo market day tour from Quito with Irene as my guide and it was an incredible experience! We stopped to try bizcochos at a local restaurant, saw peguche waterfall, visited lake San Pablo, heard indigenous music and finally stopped at otavalo market. Irene was very helpful with giving us advice and information about her country which made the day run smoothly. I recommend Irene and this tour if you are looking to experience all that this area has to offer and only want to spend one day here. The tour did run a bit late, so be prepared to spend your entire day exploring!
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Jmcilveen2018
Mar 7, 2026
Don’t miss market! - Irene was a fantastic tour guide and John a great driver. Lots of fun at market and sampling biscotti, seeing waterfalls, and buying beautiful roses for 25 cents each. Not to miss tour. Saturdays is best.
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Paradise45675317690
Mar 7, 2026
Excellent excursion - Excellent excursion, Irene is an excellent guide , super recommended
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Dianeguess59
Feb 22, 2026
Otavalo Market trip - Jessica was great! We thoroughly enjoyed the visit to the market, as well as the waterfall and the family run bizcocho place, it was very interesting!
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Lady
Feb 14, 2026
Amazing - Irene is an incredible tour guide!
Really kind and diverse places that we met, I really recommend this tour and the company.
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285sharenw
Mar 17, 2026
Otavalo market with some side trips - Massive market on Saturday but I shopped more from shops then street vendors. Saw falls and a lake, hugged a tree, had pastry tasting and caught some local music. Enjoyable long day. Photos of ancient sundial by falls
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