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8-Hour Otavalo Market Tour from Quito with Peguche and Cotacachi

8 Hours Round trip from Quito Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the famous Otavalo Market, one of the biggest in South America
02 Cross the Guayllabamba Valley and enjoy fruits typical of the area
03 Visit the sacred Peguche Waterfall, where locals renew their energies
04 Discover Cotacachi, renowned for its high-quality leather goods
05 Marvel at Cuicocha Lake
06 Taste delicious biscuits and cheese

Visit Imbabura, also known as the Lakes Province, one of travellers' favourite excursions while in Ecuador. The main attraction is the Otavalo Market, one of the biggest in South America, where traditionally attired Quechua locals fill the streets of the town centre selling beautiful artwork, handicrafts, livestock, and clothing. Along the way, discover the surrounding Andean landscapes and nearby towns that make this region so memorable.

The main attraction is the Otavalo Market, one of the biggest in South America, where traditionally attired Quechua locals fill the streets of the town centre selling beautiful artwork, handicrafts, livestock, and clothing.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Quito, Cayambe, Otavalo, Cotacachi, Imbabura Volcano

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Otavalo Market and Imbabura Highlands Tour

Guayllabamba
Wake up early in the morning and meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location in Quito. Drive 2 1/2 hours to the northern side of the Ecuadorian Andes, where you will tour one of the areas most visited by foreigners and local tourists. This region is known as Imbabura, also called "The Lakes Province".
Begin your journey by crossing the Guayllabamba Valley (Green Valley), where you can enjoy delicious fruits typical of the area, such as cherimoya and lima.
Cayambe
Continue your trip through an area with several viewpoints, perfect for people who enjoy photography.
Otavalo
Stop to visit the Otavalo Indian Market, which is very famous for its quality handicrafts and for exporting them worldwide.
Cascada de Peguche
Proceed to the wonderful waterfall called Peguche. It is a sacred place where locals renew their energies, and you will also do so.
Cotacachi
Head towards the Cotacachi area, which is known for its famous high-quality cow and sheep leather articles. You can also stop for lunch, where several typical dishes are available, and you may have the chance to try guinea pig if you wish.
Return to Quito.