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Explore the Northern Andes of Ecuador!
Peguche Waterfall.
Stunning Views!
Cuicocha Crater Lake.
Cochasquí Pyramids.

2-Days Otavalo Highlights

By Ecuador Best Tours
10 out of 10
Price is P 47,930 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore one of the most charming regions of Ecuador, and learn from the most representative indigenous ethnic group at the northern Andes! Enjoy an unknown archaeological site, farmlands, rose plantations, indian markets, weavers and amazing active volcanoes from the comfort of this private tour!!!

Discover the history and culture of Ecuador using incredible and authentic local services, and of course, assisted by the best team!

Activity location

  • Ecuador Best Tours
    • Pasaje Duque 1590 y Jose Ignacio Gallardo. Puembo
    • 170179, Quito, Ecuador, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ecuador Best Tours
    • Pasaje Duque 1590 y Jose Ignacio Gallardo. Puembo
    • 170179, Quito, Ecuador, Ecuador

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2-Days Otavalo Highlights
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30
Price details
P 52,634.95 x 1 AdultP 52,634.95
Total
Price is P 52,634.95

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedMentioned lodging or similar (depending on availability)
  • What's includedWhat's includedCertified English speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedDinner
  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's included1 night accommodation
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdditional hotel nights

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: The Northern Highlights.
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Hacienda Guachalá or Palmeras de Quichinche.
Ecuador Best Tours
  • 5m
You start the adventure at 08h30 towards Cochasquí, one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Ecuador.
Cochasqui Pyramids
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
The complex has fifteen pyramids and several tombs from the period 850 B.C. – 1580 A.C. Here we will have the opportunity to be surrounded by hundreds of llamas, while we learn all about the Caranquis, one of the most developed civilizations in South America!
Cayambe
  • 4h
After the unforgettable hike along the Inca Trail, we will drive towards a local rose plantation to learn all about the process of planting, harvesting and exporting roses! We will have time for lunch in a local restaurant, and only after a 10 minute drive from there, we will stop at the Quitsato sundial, which is a large circular stone mosaic of 52 meters of diameter, located exactly in the middle of the world! Finally, we will go to Hacienda Guachalá, considered the oldest one in Ecuador, built by the Spaniards in colonial times (1580), where we stay the overnight in guest rooms with charming fireplaces!
Day 2: An unforgettable day at the Market!
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Otavalo
  • 30m
We leave at 08h00, towards the populated, colourful and the most famous indigenous market in South America! Before going to Otavalo, we will visit the beautiful viewpoint of Laguna San Pablo, which is at the foothills of Imbabura Volcano (4.610 m.a.s.l.).
Otavalo Market
  • 2h
We continue to the animal market, and then we go to "Plaza de Ponchos", a place that shows a large variety of Ecuadorian handicrafts. It is also possible to visit the rural parish of Peguche, where we can learn more about the local culture and the weaving process of carpets and tapestries.
Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
After lunch we will visit the town of Cotacachi, well-known as the “Capital of Music in Ecuador”, rich in the production of leather products, which are displayed for sale in small shops throughout the city centre. Then we will visit Cuicocha Lake, which is inside the crater of Cotacachi volcano. Once we finish this wonderful tour, we will drive you back to Quito, and we will arrive to your hotel approximately at 17h00. End of this fantastic getaway from Quito!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEcuador Best Tours
    • Pasaje Duque 1590 y Jose Ignacio Gallardo. Puembo
    • 170179, Quito, Ecuador, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEEcuador Best Tours
    • Pasaje Duque 1590 y Jose Ignacio Gallardo. Puembo
    • 170179, Quito, Ecuador, Ecuador

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