Otavalo Unveiled: A Day Journey Through Time and Tradition

Embark on a captivating journey through time and tradition in Otavalo, Ecuador. Discover the vibrant culture, art, and nature that make this town a must-visit destination.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Go F.A.R. Project Ecuador - Go FAR Offices / CarpeDM Offices will be the meeting point to start the tour in Quito, Ecuador. Located next to Secret Garden Hostel
    7:20 am depart Quito Old Town
    7.30 am depart Quito Hilton Colon New Town
    9:00 am Bizcochos y Queso de Cayambe
    9:30 am San pablo lake
    10:15 am Plazas de Ponchos of Otavalo approx. 2hrs….
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Private Transport
What's Not Included
  • What’s Not Included:
  • Additional Snacks / Beverages
  • TIPS
  • Breakfast
Additional Information

Situated at the core of South America, just a couple of hours north from Quito, you’ll find the mysterious town of Otavalo. It’s no ordinary town; it’s a vibrant hub of culture, art, and nature. Recognized throughout the continent for holding the largest Indian handicraft market, Otavalo is much more than a trading center. It’s a canvas of vivid hues,…

Location
Go F.A.R. Project Ecuador
Los Rios
Right Next to Secret Garden Hostel - If you are staying in the New Town Mariscal, we also have a meeting point at Hilton Colon - 7.30am at 7.45am - just let us know upon booking which you prefer.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ana
Jan 30, 2026
Around Quito - Tour of nearby cities of Quito to experience the culture, customs and food. Another chance to get to know Ecuador better.
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Seejenroam
Jan 27, 2026
Worthwhile day trip - The guide Felipe was excellent and very knowledgeable. The driver Fabricio was also excellent. I really enjoyed the bizcocho breakfast stop and the mini-hike at volcanic laguna. It was nice to wander the Otavalo market, but the leather town didn't do much for me. Overall it was a nice day and a great way to see places outside of Quito that I couldn't get to otherwise.
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Guide06667694535
Jan 19, 2026
Through G Adventures - Great day experience, good communication and driver.
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Claudiamaria_c
Jan 19, 2026
Otavalo very pretty - Tour to otavalo was very good a little away from Quito. Our jeanini guide was a beautiful, careful, calm driver, highly recommended.
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Joseph_s
Jan 12, 2026
Filipe was very... - Filipe was very knowledgeable and shared his vast experience with us. We would do another tour with him
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Txexgirl
Dec 27, 2025
Market tour - Saraí was a great guide! She gave us such great information. I really enjoyed the market. I highly recommend this tour!!
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Coastal68437686734
Dec 25, 2025
Great day trip - Great day trip with a small group. Guide allowed us to customize trip to what we wanted to see. Main market was full of local products. Had an interesting lunch prepared by indigenous people. Total fee was 56 dollars.
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Shekosusan_k
Nov 29, 2025
Best Guide you can find in Quito - This was the best day I had in the Quito area. Felipe was an amazing guide and tailored the day so I could select preferences and timing. As a private tour I saw so much more and it was both a beautiful and fascinating day. Felipe has a wealth of knowledge about historic, economic and natural phenomenon. I was impressed and would do it again if I could.
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Ingrid
Nov 23, 2025
Fantastic nice trip - recommended - Experiential tour to Otavalo market and Cotacathi. Nice nature and cultural experiences. Several interesting stops along the way. Knowledgeful and nice guide. Recommended!!
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Z6549dulukasl
Nov 10, 2025
Otavalo Market tour - Lincoln was a very good guide and had a lot of knowledge i was able to learn a lot on this tour about the country. I would definitely reccomend it and do it again.
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From $69
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).