Quito
The Otavalo days north: South America’s largest indigenous market, weaving workshops at the source and Cayambe’s rose farms or lake stops en route. Saturday is the full market; the textiles negotiate in any language.
Discover Ecuador’s vibrant indigenous culture on a full-day tour from Quito to Otavalo Market, with stops at Cayambe, the equator, and Peguche Waterfall for a rich, authentic experience.
Most Popular“Special thanks to our driver, Ivan he can drive very well and our guide Adrian ha is very smart kind and he has good knowledge.”
Discover Ecuador’s culture on a private day trip from Quito to Otavalo Market. Explore indigenous crafts, stunning scenery, and local highlights comfortably.
“This was a very culturally rich experience. Definitely recommend. Daniel was incredible. Always kind, funny, and attentive to our needs!”
Discover Ecuador’s cultural heart with this private day trip from Quito to Otavalo, Lake San Pablo, Peguche Waterfall, and artisan markets.
“It’s a long drive with lots of traffic. The lake experience is just ok. Depending on where you are from. The waterfall is pretty bit again it depends where you are from and what you’ve seen elsewhere in the world. Ortavalo is an interesting, lively…”
Discover Ecuador’s indigenous culture, vibrant markets, and scenic volcano views on this full-day Otavalo and Cuicocha tour from Quito, including lunch and guide.
“We had a great time visiting the various places and our guide was very good. Thoroughly recomment this tour. I think I may have over-paid for my Panama Equadorian hat though.”
Explore Ecuador’s cultural heart with this full-day Otavalo tour—markets, lakes, and villages, all led by knowledgeable guides for an authentic experience.
“Excellent- guide Antony and Driver Alex very calm and friendly- even during the traffic jam. Excellent lunch provided.”
Discover Ecuador’s captivating charm with this full-day Otavalo tour, exploring markets, waterfalls, lakes, and artisan villages for an authentic experience.
“Our excursion to Otavallo far exceeded our expectations. We were hoping for a couple of hours to explore the market and to get some guidance from the tour guide around quality and pricing. Felipe, our tour guide, shared so much great information with us about…”
Discover Otavalo and its surroundings on a private day tour from Quito, featuring vibrant markets, scenic waterfalls, and expert guides for an authentic experience.
“We really enjoyed the sights and scenery of the trip out of Quito to the markets and seeing the waterfalls! Joshui was an excellent tour guide and highly recommend this tour. Friendly, smooth and great recommendations.”
Discover Ecuador’s highlights with this private day trip from Quito to Otavalo Market, Cotacachi, Cuicocha, and Peguche Waterfalls. Customizable, enriching, and comfortable.
“Visiting local businesses and hearing their stories especially the traditional ways. Weaving, musical instruments and bischochas.”
Explore Otavalo's vibrant indigenous market, scenic lakes, and waterfalls on a private day trip from Quito, with personalized guides and cultural insights.
“This experience was so much fun. We were able to do a lot of activities in the amount of time we had. This was a memorable trip. Try the cuy!”
Discover Ecuador with a flexible, personalized tour guiding service. Visit Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi, and more with a knowledgeable local friend.
“This was an awesome way to do many different things in Quito! It was great to have such a knowledgeable guide to hang out with all day.”
Explore Ecuador’s top highlights with this private tour from Quito, including Otavalo Market, San Pablo Lake, Cayambe, and Cotacachi—perfect for cultural discovery and scenic relaxation.
“Jean Pierre made The Best Otavalo Market Tour + San Pablo Lake + Cayambe + Cotacachi an unforgettable experience! He was professional, caring, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about every stop on the tour. His enthusiasm and attention to detail ensured everyone felt welcomed and engaged.…”
Explore Ecuadorian culture on this full-day Otavalo tour, including markets, lakes, and artisan workshops, with a private guide for a personalized experience.
“We really appreciated what a safe driver Jorge was- no one felt car sick! We visited some cool places that had great guides and expansions in English; like a bizcochos maker, sun dial and alternative map maker at the equator, and an indigenous weaver. Sadly…”
Explore Ecuador’s highlights on this full-day Quito to Otavalo tour, including the equator, vibrant markets, waterfalls, and artisan towns for authentic cultural experiences.
“Our private tour with Ecuadorian Tour Guide was an unforgettable experience! From Quito, we explored Quitsato, Bizcochos San Pedro in Cayambe, the Otavalo Indigenous Market, Cascada de Peguche, and Cotacachi. Our guide, David, was exceptional—knowledgeable, attentive, and passionate about sharing Ecuador’s rich culture and history.…”
Explore Ecuador's indigenous culture on this full-day tour from Quito, visiting Otavalo Market, Peguche Falls, and enjoying local foods for a truly authentic experience.
“We had an amazing day!! Luis is an fantastic guide! He was very knowledgeable, and answered all our questions. We did a little bit of everything, including some great shopping!”
Discover Ecuador's highlands with this private tour from Quito to Otavalo Market, Cuicocha Lake, and Peguche Waterfall—personalized, scenic, and memorable.
“This was a FULL DAY tour. Although most of the Viator tours for Ecuador and Quito emphasize the Otovalo market, it was very touristy and not worthwhile for us. However, our tour guide was VERY flexible and knowledgeable. He was willing to pick us up…”
Gilded churches at altitude, with volcanoes on the day-trip list.