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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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!!
Certified English speaking guide
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Drinks
Meals
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 8:00 a.m.
Quito, Quito, Ecuador 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! 5 minutes
Quitsato Sundial, Cayambe, 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). 40 minutes
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! 60 minutes
Otavalo Market, Otavalo, Ecuador You will continue your journey to finally arrive to the Otavalo market or "Plaza de Ponchos" that is fully-covered by indigenous handicrafts! 60 minutes
Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Ecuador 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. 60 minutes
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). 20 minutes
Quito, Quito, Ecuador You will finish this fantastic adventure approximately at 5:30 p.m.! 60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Crystal_S
06 May 2024
A remarkable day!
Luis picked us up nice and early, taking us around based on the itinerary. All went well. Private tours always give a little more wiggle room and Luis understood our wishes. I feel like I saw so much and experienced all the things. Thank you!
We saw the equator, roses, markets, lagoons and all while in a comfy pickup.
Virginia_M
17 Mar 2024
This was a great tour. The Sundial was fantastic. We were there early and were the only ones. So informative. One of the best little museums I've been to. The rose farm was a small local farm and very informative. Lots of time to do a bit of shopping and lunch was delicious.(not included).
Our guide was Omar and he was amazing. Very knowledgable, helpful and flexible. We never felt rushed.
I highly recommend this tour.
Ronald_D
14 Mar 2021
Super fun time. The guide was exceptional. He was great, with a cool sense of humor. He took us to all the spots we wanted to see, plus a couple extras we really enjoyed. We met the owner. And, he was awesome as well. This is a quality tour!!
This tour in
Quito
is organized by
Ecuador Best Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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