Free cancellationEcuador · Andean Highlands
Otavalo Market & Cuicocha Lake
South America's most colorful indigenous market
4.7(0)
Full day · 10 hoursMax 8 travelersEasy
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
Day by day
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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