OTAVALO CULTURAL TOUR - 3 DAYS
The 3 days / 2 nights tour of Otavalo is a wonderful way to discover and combine the famous indigenous market where artisans make handmade products in Ecuador and some of the incredible views of Otavalo. We will visit pristine and unforgettable places and of course Cultural.
NATURE
WILDLIFE
EXTREME SPORTS
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Plaza de los Ponchos: also known as Mercado Centenario, it is the scene of the largest craft fair in northern Ecuador. Located in the province of Imbabura in the town of Otavalo. The activity of Plaza de Ponchos Ecuador is aimed at marketing artisanal items, both locally, regionally, nationally and even internationally. Otavalo Textiles is its flagship of artisanal production, however, it also offers other types of products made of wood, works of art with ceramics, wood, paint, metal, etc.
- Cuicocha Lake: The first thing that catches your attention is the majesty of the three-kilometer-diameter lagoon, its crystalline waters and the Teodoro Wolf (the largest) and José María Yerovi islets. They are located in the center of a volcanic crater and are divided by “The Channel of Dreams”. In that place live the guinea pigs, which give the lagoon its name.
- The Peguche Waterfall: It is a recreational environmental area, made up of the protective forest, with an area of 40 hectares, a tourist reference due to its attractiveness, heritage value and level of acceptance by visitors, tourists and hikers.
DAY 1: PICK UP FROM QUITO - SAN PABLO LAKE - OTAVALO
Early Hotel pickup. We will head by private transportation to the north of Quito, Otavalo is located in the province of Imbabura and is a magical city surrounded by mountains, lakes, farmland, and indigenous communities. Crossing the Guayllabamba Valley we will reach the Quitsato Sundial, the place where the Equator Line passes. Then we will make a stop at the San Pablo Lake viewpoint and continue the trip to Otavalo. In the afternoon we will visit the famous Plaza de Ponchos, the largest indigenous market in South America, an ideal place for shopping. After that, we will go to a local historical hacienda where we spend the night. Overnight in Otavalo.
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- Meals included: Breakfast.
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Accommodation in a double room at the hotel of your choice in Otavalo.
DAY 2: PEGUCHE WATERFALL – ILUMAN
After breakfast we will head to the small community of Peguche, known for its weaving. We will go to the Peguche Waterfall, a beautiful and spiritual site where the inhabitants, on the eve of Inti Raymi, take a sacred bath under the waterfall. Afterwards we will visit Iluman, which is well known for the presence of the so-called yachac taitas (shamans) performing spiritual cleansings as a ceremony. Afterwards we return to our hotel.
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Meals included: Breakfast.
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Accommodation in a double room at the hotel of your choice in Otavalo.
DAY 3: COTACACHI – CUICOCHA LAKE - RETURN TO QUITO
Breakfast. The adventure continues towards the Cuicocha Lagoon in the Cotacachi – Cayapas Reserve. Cuicocha is a volcanic crater that has a diameter of 3 km. The islands in the center of Cuicocha has an endemic flora and fauna, we´ll have a boat ride around the lake and a hike to the lookout. Afterwards we´ll go to Cotacachi, famous for its leather articles. Time to the lunch and visit the shops. Return to Quito in the afternoon.
END OF SERVICES
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Meals included: Breakfast.
YOUR
ACCOMMODATION
| CITY | HACIENDA | MEALS INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| OTAVALO | EL ANDARIEGO | BREAKFAST |
| SERVICES 2025 | PRICE |
|---|---|
| TOTAL PER PERSON | $399 |
INCLUDES:
- Meals according to the program.
- Private transportation throughout the program with an English-speaking guide-driver.
- Hotel accommodation in double rooms with private bathroom.
- Excursions according to itinerary.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals are not specified in the program.
- Extras Activities.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
- Wire transfer costs or credit card fees.
- Other non specified.
| CITY | HACIENDA | MEALS INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| OTAVALO | EL INDIO INN | BREAKFAST |
| SERVICES 2025 | PRICE |
|---|---|
| TOTAL PER PERSON | $419 |
INCLUDES:
- Meals according to the program.
- Private transportation throughout the program with an English-speaking guide-driver.
- Hotel accommodation in double rooms with private bathroom.
- Excursions according to itinerary.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals are not specified in the program.
- Extras Activities.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
- Wire transfer costs or credit card fees.
- Other non specified.
| CITY | HACIENDA | MEALS INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| OTAVALO | HACIENDA PINSAQUI | BREAKFAST |
| SERVICES 2025 | PRICE |
|---|---|
| TOTAL PER PERSON | $490 |
INCLUDES:
- Meals according to the program.
- Private transportation throughout the program with an English-speaking guide-driver.
- Hotel accommodation in double rooms with private bathroom.
- Excursions according to itinerary.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals are not specified in the program.
- Extras Activities.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
- Wire transfer costs or credit card fees.
- Other non specified.
| CITY | HACIENDA | MEALS INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| OTAVALO | HACIENDA CUSIN | BREAKFAST |
| SERVICES 2025 | PRICE |
|---|---|
| TOTAL PER PERSON | $527 |
INCLUDES:
- Meals according to the program.
- Private transportation throughout the program with an English-speaking guide-driver.
- Hotel accommodation in double rooms with private bathroom.
- Excursions according to itinerary.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals are not specified in the program.
- Extras Activities.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
- Wire transfer costs or credit card fees.
- Other non specified.
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