Immerse yourself in the vibrant indigenous handicrafts market of Otavalo and Cotacachi on a day trip from Quito. Discover a wide array of colorful crafts and interact with local artisans, creating lasting memories of Ecuador’s rich cultural heritage.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant indigenous handicrafts market of Otavalo and Cotacachi on a day trip from Quito. Discover a wide array of colorful crafts and interact with local artisans, creating lasting memories of Ecuador’s rich cultural heritage.
- Cayambe - The guide will collect guests from their hotel early in the morning, heading north to the town of Cayambe. This town is renowned for its “bizcochos,” a type of baked bread roll, traditionally served with “Queso de hoja” (leaf cheese), which is wrapped in leaves for preservation.
- Otavalo Market - The journey continues to the Otavalo…
- Cayambe - The guide will collect guests from their hotel early in the morning, heading north to the town of Cayambe. This town is renowned for its “bizcochos,” a type of baked bread roll, traditionally served with “Queso de hoja” (leaf cheese), which is wrapped in leaves for preservation.
- Otavalo Market - The journey continues to the Otavalo Market, where visitors can admire a wide array of handicrafts crafted by the indigenous artisans of the region. This market is celebrated for hosting one of the largest indigenous fairs in Latin America, showcasing globally recognized handicrafts and textiles.
- Cotacachi - The tour proceeds to a musical workshop to enjoy Andean music played on instruments skillfully made by the locals. The next destination is Cotacachi, a charming town famous for its leather goods. Here, the guide will recommend and allocate time for lunch (not included).
- Cascada de Peguche - The following stop is the town of Peguche, where a walk leads to its waterfall, a vibrant location where locals conduct spiritual rituals.
- Quito - Finally, the tour returns to Quito, with the guide ensuring guests are safely dropped off at their hotel.
- Private transportation
- Professional bilingual guide
- Tasting of biscuits and leaf cheese in Cayambe
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
- Professional bilingual guide
- Tasting of biscuits and leaf cheese in Cayambe
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- The program does not include anything not specified
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- The program does not include anything not specified
Otavalo is a hub for native indigenous crafts, captivating visitors with its abundance of vibrant handicrafts. The breathtaking vistas and congenial local inhabitants ensure that your experience will remain etched in your memory for long.
The ‘Plaza de Ponchos’ marketplace is a trove of handicrafts including leather, wooden, fabric, embroidered items,…
Otavalo is a hub for native indigenous crafts, captivating visitors with its abundance of vibrant handicrafts. The breathtaking vistas and congenial local inhabitants ensure that your experience will remain etched in your memory for long.
The ‘Plaza de Ponchos’ marketplace is a trove of handicrafts including leather, wooden, fabric, embroidered items, marzipan artwork and jewellery that would make you regret not bringing an extra suitcase for your trip back home.
Make sure to engage with the sellers and immerse yourself in the lifestyle of one of the most ancient and symbolic civilizations from Ecuador and the Andean region.
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Rate of the adult, should be applied to the children
- Wear sunsblock, wear comfortable shoes for walking, bring a camera
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.
