Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

Summary

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.

Tour info

Duration
11 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this 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.

What’s included?

  • Transportation from Quito to Otavalo and back

  • Bilingual guide

  • Lunch

  • Professional, licensed driver

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Solar Clock ($2)

  • Boat Rides at lake ($3.25)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 11h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Free Walking Tour Ecuador

About operator:

Tour starts at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm from Community Adventures which is located on Pedro Fermin Cevallos N6-78 and Olmedo.

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