Otavalo al descubierto: ¡Un viaje de un día a través del tiempo y la tradición!





Descripción
En el corazón de América del Sur, a sólo dos horas al norte de Quito, se encuentra la enigmática ciudad de Otavalo. No es un pueblo cualquiera; es un epicentro palpitante de cultura, arte y naturaleza. Conocido en todo el mundo por albergar el mercado de artesanía india más grande del continente, Otavalo es más que un simple mercado. Es un tapiz de colores vibrantes, trabajos en madera intrincados y tejidos magistrales. Más allá de los bulliciosos puestos y el zumbido del trueque, el alma de Otavalo reside en su impresionante telón de fondo. Picos majestuosos, lagos serenos y reservas naturales vírgenes acunan esta ciudad, mientras los susurros de antiguas aldeas indias bailan en el viento. Otavalo no es sólo un destino; es una experiencia, un viaje al corazón de una tierra que el tiempo olvidó.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Oficinas Go FAR / Oficinas CarpeDM serán el punto de encuentro para iniciar el recorrido en Quito, Ecuador. Ubicado al lado del Hostal Secret Garden 7:20 am salida del casco antiguo de Quito. 7.30 am salida de Quito Hilton Colon New Town 9:00 am Bizcochos y Queso de Cayambe 9:30 am lago san pablo 10:15 am Plazas de Ponchos de Otavalo aprox. 2 horas. 12:30 am Mercado del cuero de Cotacachi con parada para almorzar en restaurante típico ecuatoriano. 2.00 pm Cascadas de Peguche o laguna de Cuicocha (solo una dependiendo de números) 2:30 pm regreso a Quito 6.00 pm regreso a Quito
Pruebe el famoso queso y galletas de Cayambe.
San Pablo del Lago es un hermoso lago. Las montañas circundantes y el volcán crean un paisaje impresionante. Los alrededores están llenos de increíbles albergues, hoteles y haciendas. Además de ser un lugar increíblemente relajante para ir, hay muchas actividades recreativas que se pueden disfrutar en la zona.
La Plaza de los Ponchos, también conocida como el Mercado Centenario, es el escenario de la feria artesanal más grande del norte de Ecuador. Ubicado en la provincia de Imbabura en la localidad de Otavalo. La actividad de la Plaza de Ponchos Ecuador está destinada a comercializar artesanías, tanto a nivel local, regional, nacional e incluso internacional. Los textiles de Otavalo son su bandera de producción artesanal, sin embargo también ofrece otro tipo de productos elaborados en madera, obras de arte con cerámica, madera, pintura, metal etc.
Cotacachi es un pequeño pueblo artesanal. Ubicado en la provincia de Imbabura, Ecuador. Cotacachi tiene increíbles aguas termales, frondosos bosques, reservas naturales y cumbres nevadas. La principal producción de Cotacachi son los artículos de cuero. En el centro del pueblo, hay decenas de comercios con productos de cuero de buena calidad como chaquetas, pantalones, cinturones, carteras, zapatos, bolsos y más.
El famoso lago de Cuicocha descansa dentro de una caldera de 3 km (2 millas) de ancho que resultó de una explosión masiva que ocurrió hace aproximadamente 3,100 años. El volcán ha estado inactivo desde entonces, pero la ceniza volcánica que se dispersó como resultado de esa vieja erupción convirtió el área en una conocida por sus suelos ricos en nutrientes.
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Qué incluye
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- No es recomendable para embarazadas
- No se recomienda para viajeros con mala salud cardiovascular
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
- Que traer:
- Gafas de sol
- Protector solar
- Snacks extra y agua.
- Máscaras faciales
- Desinfectante de manos
Opiniones(53)
Felipe was an exceptional guide. We hired Carpediem for two days for private tours and he went above and beyond in working with our special requests.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed both of your private tours with Felipe. Creating personalized experiences is something we take great pride in, so it's wonderful to know that he was able to accommodate your special requests and go above and beyond to make your time in Ecuador memorable. Felipe will be thrilled to hear your kind words. His passion for sharing Ecuador and ensuring every guest has an exceptional experience truly shines through. Thank you for choosing CarpeDM Adventures. It was a pleasure to be part of your journey, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Ecuador!
Felipe was my super helpful guide for the day. Had an AMAZING TIME! I saw everything I wanted to, plus more! Felipe had excellent suggestions, we even saw a parade. And he helped me with my Spanish. 😁 The sights, the drive with awesome music, and the people especially Felipe made it a unforgettable day. Thanks again, Felipe. You're the best. 😎
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an awesome day with Felipe! It’s wonderful to know that you were able to see everything you hoped for—and even a few unexpected surprises like the parade. Those spontaneous moments often become some of the best travel memories. Felipe will be thrilled to hear your kind words. He loves sharing Ecuador with our guests, offering local recommendations, and even helping visitors practice their Spanish along the way. We're so pleased that his enthusiasm, great music, and friendly personality helped make your day so memorable. Thank you again for choosing CarpeDM Adventures and for your fantastic recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Ecuador. Until next time!
I had a fun day with Lincoln. It ended up just being the 2 of us. We had many laughs. I recommend bringing luggage with lots of room. There are lots of lovely things to but at Otovalo. Also the town of leather goods which is where we had a delicious lunch. The people at Otovalo were a bit pushy for me & it was difficult to just shop as they were doing the hard sell. I’m not a fan of that or crowds so not my thing ver went for a walk along a beautiful lake & Lincoln described many of the plants. Traffic back to Aquino was horrible.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fun day with Lincoln and that the two of you shared plenty of laughs along the way. He’ll be very happy to know you enjoyed his company and appreciated learning about the local plants during your walk by the lake. It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the delicious lunch and found some wonderful shopping opportunities in Otavalo and Cotacachi. Your advice about bringing extra luggage space is certainly a good tip for future travelers! We understand that the atmosphere in the Otavalo Market can feel a little overwhelming at times. As one of South America's largest indigenous markets, many vendors actively invite visitors to their stalls, and while some travelers enjoy the lively atmosphere, we appreciate that it isn't everyone's preferred shopping style. Unfortunately, traffic on the return journey to Quito can occasionally be heavy, especially in the late afternoon, but we're glad it didn't take away from what sounds like a memorable day overall. Thank you again for your thoughtful review. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador soon!
Travel to Ecuador, the most beautiful country in the world.
¡Muchísimas gracias por tu recomendación! Nos alegra saber que Ecuador te dejó una impresión tan especial. Creemos que nuestro país tiene una combinación única de paisajes, biodiversidad, cultura y gente maravillosa, y nos encanta poder compartir todo eso con nuestros viajeros. Gracias por confiar en nosotros para formar parte de tu aventura. Esperamos darte la bienvenida nuevamente para seguir descubriendo juntos más rincones increíbles de Ecuador. ¡Hasta la próxima!
Fun day exploring the countryside. In addition to visiting the Otovalo market, we stopped for bizcochos, had a lovely lunch & wandered around Parque Nacional Cotacachi.
Excellent tour. We visited beautiful places.Highly recommended. Felipe our guide was the best. He helped us plan our day . Felipe is an excellent guide.He gave us great advices for our stay in Quito.
Highly recommended.The tour was very interesting. We visited beautiful places. The guide Felipe was the best. He helped us have a wonderful day. Additionally Felipe gave us a lot of advices for our stay in Quito. Thank you Felipe.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Otavalo tour and had the opportunity to visit so many beautiful places along the way. Felipe will be thrilled to know that he helped make your day so enjoyable. We’re also glad that his local advice and recommendations were helpful for the rest of your stay in Quito. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador in the future!
Felipe was an excellent guide, he was very friendly and helpful. He went the extra distance to make sure that we had a great time. He was very patient. I was just going to take a public bus from Quito to Otavalo but I would have missed so much. This tour is much more than I expected. I am very glad that I took this tour and would highly recommend it
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the Otavalo tour exceeded your expectations and that you discovered so much more than you would have by simply traveling there independently. The region has so many hidden gems, and we’re glad you were able to experience them. Felipe will be very happy to hear your kind words. His goal is always to go the extra mile to ensure our guests have the best possible experience, and it’s wonderful to know that his friendliness, patience, and dedication helped make your day so memorable. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing CarpeDM Adventures. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Ecuador!
My guide was Felipe and I'd booked this tour due to multiple good reviews especially on Felipe. Felipe was very attentive to my needs and gave me room to do what I want by providing me options and not rushing me. I casually said I wanted to see indigenous family with guinea pigs and he immediately arranged it for me! It was a great surprise as it's the last day for me in Quito and to witness a family full of guinea pigs was one of my bucket list in my one month of latin america expedition. Felipe's swift response made my day and gave me a deep memory in my trip and for sure will highly recommend anyone to take on this experience!
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Felipe helped make your last day in Quito so special. One of the things we love most is creating personalized experiences, so it’s wonderful to know that he was able to arrange a visit that fulfilled one of your bucket-list wishes during your Latin America adventure. Meeting a local indigenous family and seeing their guinea pigs up close is certainly a unique and authentic experience, and we’re thrilled that it became such a memorable highlight of your trip. Felipe will be very happy to hear that his attentiveness, flexibility, and quick thinking made such a positive impact. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We’re honored to have been part of your Ecuador journey and wish you many more incredible adventures ahead!
We loved this tour! It had a great mix of nature, food, and culture. Our guide Estuy was very friendly and knowledgeable, we learned a lot from him!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you loved the tour and enjoyed the mix of nature, food, and culture. That combination is exactly what we aim to share with our guests. Estuy will be very happy to know that his friendliness and knowledge helped make your experience even more memorable. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador soon!



