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Otavalo Market & Cuicocha Lake

South America's most colorful indigenous market

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Full day · 10 hoursMax 8 travelersEasy
Otavalo Market & Cuicocha Lake — main view

Overview

Full-day from Quito to the legendary Otavalo market with a private artisan visit, lunch overlooking Cuicocha crater lake and a stop at the Peguche waterfall.

  • Plaza de Ponchos textile market
  • Private artisan workshop visit
  • Cuicocha crater lake viewpoint
  • Peguche sacred waterfall
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The itinerary

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A full day exploring indigenous culture, vibrant markets, and Andean landscapes north of Quito.

  • 7:00 AM hotel pickup in Quito
  • Drive north along the Pan-American Highway
  • Otavalo Plaza de Ponchos market exploration
  • Private weaving workshop in Peguche village
  • Peguche sacred waterfall walk
  • Lunch overlooking Cuicocha crater lake
  • Cuicocha rim walk and viewpoints
  • Return to Quito (arrive ~6 PM)
Meals: Lunch
The fine print

What's included

Included

  • Quito hotel pickup
  • Private guide
  • Lunch
  • All entrance fees

Not included

  • Souvenir purchases
  • Tips

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. After that window, our country team will work directly with you on the best alternative — rebooking, partial refund or credit toward another itinerary.

  • 30+ years of operationsOperating since 1992
  • Local expert guidesTrained in-country
  • Free cancellationUp to 24h on most tours
  • 24/7 in-trip supportWhatsApp + phone
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