Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Otavalo Market on a private day trip. Discover indigenous arts and crafts, haggle for unique handcrafted items, and experience the rich traditions of the surrounding villages.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Otavalo Market on a private day trip. Discover indigenous arts and crafts, haggle for unique handcrafted items, and experience the rich traditions of the surrounding villages.
- Otavalo Market - Driving north of Quito is the most famous indigenous market of Ecuador: Otavalo, full of traditions and handcrafts. Following the route is Cayambe, very well known by local people for its salt biscuits called Bizcocho that is usually served with local cheese and milk caramel. Then driving northern a nice lake can be appreciated…
- Otavalo Market - Driving north of Quito is the most famous indigenous market of Ecuador: Otavalo, full of traditions and handcrafts. Following the route is Cayambe, very well known by local people for its salt biscuits called Bizcocho that is usually served with local cheese and milk caramel. Then driving northern a nice lake can be appreciated with the of majestic Imabura Volcano at the background. Finally arrive to Otavalo town where the local market is based. If you want to see the market at its fullest, visit on a Saturday or Wednesday. Some typical items can be found such as handmade textile, ceramic, wood, silver, leather, and metal products.
- Cotacachi - The last stop for the day is Cotacachi located just 10 minutes away from Otavalo, a town known for its leather goods with really great leather jackets and bags. Afternoon time to drive back to Quito.
- Private transportation
- All visits mentioned above
- Bottled water
- English speaking guide
- Private transportation
- All visits mentioned above
- Bottled water
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of handcrafts, tapestries and weaving made by indigenous people of the surrounding villages. Meanwhile, tourists test their Spanish and bargaining skills at stalls vending colorful and inexpensive knitted sweaters, hats, gloves and much more.
Otavalo is one of the most famous indigenous fair in the country; although the market has greater activity on Saturdays but it is open every day with an impressive variety of handcrafts, tapestries and weaving made by indigenous people of the surrounding villages. Meanwhile, tourists test their Spanish and bargaining skills at stalls vending colorful and inexpensive knitted sweaters, hats, gloves and much more.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
