Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

Visit the vibrant markets of Otavalo and Cotacachi on this full-day tour from Quito. Enjoy beautiful viewpoints, a delicious lunch, and an optional boat ride on Cuicocha Lake. This shared tour includes pickup and drop-off from two convenient locations in Quito.

After pickup from one of two convenient locations in Quito, your shared tour of up to 18 passengers will visit Calderon, a small town famous for its ‘Mazapan’ handicrafts. Continue on to Cayambe, where you can see locals preparing bizcochos using traditional techniques and a wood fired oven. Then, stop at a viewpoint where you can marvel at the landscape of the Imbabura volcano and San Pablo lake.

Then, you will arrive at the Otavalo market, where you can spend approximately 2 hours shopping at the artisanal market and taking photographs. Peruse the amazing colors and artisanal goods created by the talented local craftspeople.

Continue to Cotacachi for a delicious lunch and an opportunity to explore the leather workshops. Finally, you can either see the sights from the water on an optional boat ride on Cuicocha Lake or simply wander the vibrant green landscape, before hopping back into the 18-seat van for your return trip back to Quito.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking"
"Service animals allowed"
"Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required"
"Comfortable walking shoes are recommended"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"Minimum age is 12 years old"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 07:00 AM
Duration: 11 Hours
Start location: Plaza Foch, QGW5+7WW, Mariscal Foch, Quito 170143, Ecuador

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Transportation from Quito to Otavalo and back
• Bilingual guide
• Lunch
• Professional, licensed driver

Not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Solar Clock ($2)
• Boat Rides at lake ($3.25)

Facilities