Otavalo Market (PRIVATE Day Trip from Quito)

5.0 (7 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Ecuador Local Guide

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Private tour
Included: Transport by private vehicle
Included: Bottle of water

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Plaza De Los Ponchos Mercado

one hour

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 background a majestic Imabura Volcano. 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

one hour

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Torres de Suites Executive Suites & Residences
Wyndham Quito Airport
Hotel Cumanda
Casa Gangotena
Los Alpes
Hotel Rumipamba
Hotel Quito
Adamas House Hotel
Hostal Bolivar Inn
Koronado Hotel
Hotel Boutique Vieja Cuba
Jumbo Lodging

and 133 more pickup points

The tour is based in private, therefore if your hotel, apartment or house is not mentioned in the above list don´t worry; feel free to write down the address where you´ll stay and we will provide the pick up from any address in Quito city or the airport area.