Rose Plantation, Equator Line and Otavalo Market Private Tour
Don't waste your time looking for the "typical tour" to Otavalo Indian Market! Avoid unnecessary crowds and go out of the beatten path. Visit a wonderful and charming rose plantation, and also stand at the most accurate site where the equator line passes through..! Have a very relaxing time at the biggest Indian Market of South America, and explore Otavalo's surrounding areas in the comfort of a private day tour! All this exciting adventures are awaiting for you very close to Quito! Make your stay in the capital city of Ecuador an unforgettable life experience!!
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
Cayambe is located in Pichincha Province, just 70 km north of Quito, this town is well-known because of the incredible production of roses for exportation, surrounded by mountains, lakes, rivers and especially the equator line, Cayambe is an important tourist destination in Ecuador. Departure at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel, in order to take the Panamerican highway, which goes through spectacular mountain sceneries, allowing us to enjoy spectacular views of people and communities!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Quitsato Sundial, Av 10 de Agosto, Cayambe 170202 Ecuador
Our first stop will be at Quitsato's Sundial to learn more about the equator line and its influence on the world; there is also a good opportunity to see Cayambe Mountain, the third highest snow-capped volcano in the country (18,996 ft).
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Aliroses, 2QHW+RXR, Tabacundo, Ecuador
Before going to Otavalo, you will visit a beautiful local rose farm, to learn everything about the process of growing, harvesting and exporting roses, which represents the fifth main income to the Ecuadorian economy!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Otavalo Market, Plaza de los Ponchos, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
You will continue your journey to finally arrive to the Otavalo market or "Plaza de Ponchos" that is fully-covered by indigenous handicrafts!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura Province
After having lunch you will visit the Cotacachi village, known as the “music capital of Ecuador”, rich in the production of fine leather works, which are displayed and sold in small shops located in the center of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cuicocha Lake, Laguna Cuicocha Ecuador
Finally, and before you head back to Quito, it is impossible to skeep the visit to the charming crater-lake "Cuicocha", that is located right within the still active volcanic-crater of Cotacachi Volcano (4.944 ma.s.l. - 16,220 feet).
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Quito, Quito, Pichincha Province
You will finish this fantastic adventure approximately at 5:30 p.m.!
Duration: 1 hour
Informacion Adicional
"13 C° - 23 C° / 55,4 F° - 73,4 F"
"It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect him/her."
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
08:00 AM
Duration: 8 To 9 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 8:00 a.m.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.