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Otavalo Market, Art and Music with Middle of the World (Sundial)

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Otavalo Market, Art and Music with Middle of the World (Sundial)

Despre activitate

Explore one of the oldest indigenous markets in South America. Visit Quitsato, the astronomical middle of the world. Standing on two hemispheres is only possible on the equator line. Visit the largest agave garden in South America. See a traditional workshop where textiles are still made by hand on a backstrap loom. Walk to the ancient waterfall where the natives used to initiate the ceremonies of the Inti-raymi or festival of the sun. Visit the Ñanda Mañachi; a workshop of Andean instruments.

What day can I visit the Otavalo Market?

The market operates everyday, however on Wednesdays there is a larger influx of people and on Saturdays the market is bigger because all the market merchants show their products.

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Pe scurt

Durată
8 ore
Confirmare
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Bilet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup
Doar grupul tău
Persoane pe rezervare
1–15
Ghid
engleză, spaniolă
Organizator
Galapagos My World

Vârste: Bebeluși (1–3 ani) · Copii (4–11 ani) · Tineri (12–17 ani) · Adulți (18–64 ani) · Seniori (65–80 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

  • Inclus: Pick-up from hotel or Quito Airport
  • Inclus: Activities according to the program
  • Inclus: Professional Guide/Driver with private car

Nu este inclus

  • Nu este inclus: Travel Insurance
  • Nu este inclus: Lunch
  • Nu este inclus: Rose plantation

Itinerar

  1. Quito

    Trecere fără oprire

    Two hours of travel from Quito will be enough to reach out Otavalo city. As we drive north, we will take several first-order roads that will allow us to see an Andean scenery with variations due to its climate, altitude and especially its people. We will take several photos and admire the northern part of the well-known "Avenue of the volcanoes". Upon arrival, we will observe some enormous volcanoes which are consider sacred by the native people.

  2. Quitsato Sundial

    45 min Intrarea inclusă

    Quitsato's Middle of the World is based on scientific and astronomical concepts. The site of the True Middle of the World. It is an astronomical centre that investigates how ancestors used this knowledge in favor of the crops. Standing out on two hemispheres is just possible in this place. Learn how indigenous people used the mountains to determinate the middle of the world.

  3. Miralago

    30 min

    From this viewpoint, we observe the San Pablo lagoon. The lagoon is considered the largest one in Ecuador and is located at the foot of the Imbabura Volcano (15,190 feet). Also, it is time to take a break and taste a local biscuit called "biscocho" that will be served along with a leaf cheese and a delicious coffee or tea.

  4. Otavalo Market

    1 h 30 min

    In our eyes, the nice city of Otavalo appears. The majority of the population is indigenous which creates a good and unique atmosphere in this town. When, we are parking, our guide will give us useful guidelines so that we can discover more about the market. The dynamic and millenial market is popular in Ecuador and South America because it houses a wide range of textiles. The sale activity starts very early. A lot of vendors from the city of Otavalo show their works. The products that stand out are alpaca caps, sweaters, sheep caps, gloves, hats, tablecloths, blankets or sheep ponchos. However, you can also find saddlery, silver jewelry or wooden crafts.

  5. Cascada de Peguche

    o oră Intrarea inclusă

    The Peguche waterfall is a magical place that will fill you with energy. This place is still a purification center for indigenous people on special dates such as the Sun festival. Besides, the waterfall represent; the origin and end of all things, associated with birth, it acomplishes with the function of dissolving, abolishing, purifying, washing, generating, fertilization, restore. It is the sap of life, contrary to death or dryness. The goddess venus arose from the waters. From the water, we created all living things.

  6. Oprirea 6

    45 min Intrarea inclusă

    Visit the Ñanda Mañachi; un taller de instrumentos andinos. A local musician will demonstrate how to play the different Andean instruments. The instruments are made in this workshop by José, who was a member of the famous musical group Nanda Mañachi. At the end of the exhibition you will be able to collaborate with the economy of this family by buying their musical instruments (if you wish).

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Organizatorul preia toți participanții de la cazare sau din locurile de mai jos.

Locuri de preluare

  • Hotel Dann Carlton Quito
  • Hotel Reina Isabel
  • Wyndham Quito Airport
  • Mercure Alameda Quito
  • Casa Gangotena
  • Mariscal Sucre Airport
  • Chakana Hotel Boutique
  • Adamas House Hotel
  • Rincon Familiar Hotel Boutique
  • Hacienda Rumiloma
  • Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
  • Ibis Quito Hotel

și încă 13 locuri de preluare

Anulare

Anulare gratuită

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bine de știut

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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