Otavalo

Overall

Enjoy a full day combining the biggest indigenous markets in the whole of South America. Explore the beautiful colours and stock up on souvenirs. is famous for its friendly people and its worldwide famous indigenous handicraft market. is a very requested trip by tourists from its destination, to know and learn more about the indigenous culture, their works and the colorfulness of their clothes and music. Here you can purchase woolen goods such as ponchos, blankets, scarves, sweaters, jewelry as well as a variety of embroidered blouses and shirts.

Description of the tour

This trip starts from Quito city at about 2:20 mts. Before arriving at the city of Otavalo we pass by Cayambe to taste the delicious biscuits accompanied by a rich manjar and leaf cheese that are well known in the área.

The first spectacular view is the one of San Pablo lake, the same one that makes a stop to be able to take photographic shots. Don’t forget to bring your camera!.

Visit to the artisan market which is the largest and most varied in Ecuador, also the mythical Imbabura volcano and beautiful landscapes can be seen during this tour.

Meals are not included on this trip but you have many options throughout the day to taste the typical Ecuadorian food.

Additional location that can be part of your tour today based on the time will be “Cotacachi” a very prosperous community of experts in the production of leather.
Return to Quito.