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Private Day Trip: Explore Otavalo Market, a Hub for Indigenous Crafts and Textiles
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Quito
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Otavalo Market, a bustling hub for indigenous crafts and textiles. Discover a wide variety of handcrafted treasures and test your bargaining skills for colorful and affordable knitted sweaters, hats, gloves, and more.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Otavalo - Driving north of Quito is the most famous indigenous market of Ecuador: Otavalo, full of traditions and handcrafts. Following the route is Cayambe, very well known by local people for its salt biscuits called Bizcocho that is usually served with local cheese and milk caramel. Then driving northern a nice lake can be appreciated with the background a majestic Imabura Volcano. Finally arrive to Otavalo town where the local market is based. If you want to see the market at its fullest, visit on a Saturday or Wednesday. Some typical items can be found such as handmade textile, ceramic, wood, silver, leather, and metal products.
The last stop for the day is Cotacachi located just 10 minutes away from Otavalo, a town known for its leather goods with really great leather jackets and bags. Afternoon time to drive back to Quito.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water included
- Hotel, home, or Airbnb pickup
- Professional driver/guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Otavalo is renowned for its indigenous fair, making it one of the country’s most recognized markets. Although the fair is most bustling on Saturdays, it opens daily and offers a remarkable array of indigenous crafts, textiles, and woven goods from local villages. Meanwhile, visitors get to practice their Spanish and hone their negotiating skills at stalls filled with bright, cost-effective knitwear like sweaters, hats, gloves, and so much more.
Location
Quito
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Patricia_t
Jun 5, 2022
Otavalo and other wonderful little towns - Christian was THE BEST guide, and we've had several outstanding guides this week! Seeing other parts of Ecuador outside of Quito was fun and allowed us to see the more relaxed areas. The market was wonderful, with spices, finger puppets, aprons, hats and more. Something for everyone! Christian was always finding ways to go above and beyond, anticipating our every need.
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