Tour privato di un'intera giornata a Otavalo e dintorni
Descrizione
La nostra prima tappa sarà a Cachiviro, sulle rive del lago di San Pablo, dove assaggeremo i tradizionali e deliziosi biscotti al formaggio accompagnati da un buon caffè e da un panorama mozzafiato, con il vulcano Imbabura ai piedi. Proseguiamo con la visita alla cascata di Peguche, dove faremo una passeggiata di circa mezz'ora lungo il sentiero che ci conduce a questa attrazione. Infine, visiteremo il mercato dei poncho nella città di Otavalo. Questo luogo è diventato un centro nevralgico per l'artigianato ecuadoriano ed è riconosciuto come la più grande fiera indigena del Sud America, dove oltre tremila artigiani offrono i loro prodotti. Qui avremo tutto il tempo per esplorare ogni angolo e acquistare gli oggetti che più ci colpiscono. Prima di tornare a Quito, gusteremo un pranzo tipico locale. Il servizio è privato e tutti i tour sono condotti da un professionista del turismo che è anche una guida certificata.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Ti facciamo vivere l'esperienza e goderti il momento, in questo tour imparerai di più sul nord dell'Ecuador, i suoi costumi, tradizioni e paesaggi. La nostra prima tappa sarà al Lago San Pablo, dove godremo di un paesaggio spettacolare accanto al vulcano Imbabura, assaggeremo anche i tradizionali biscotti con formaggio insieme a un delizioso caffè caldo.
La nostra seconda tappa è la bellissima cascata di Peguche, circondata da profumate foreste di eucalipti, luogo preferito per le escursioni, pieno di misticismo e storia, situato nel cuore della comunità indigena di Faccha Llacta. Nella cascata "Manto Blanco", che si raggiunge dopo una breve passeggiata, dove gli sciamani eseguono cerimonie e purificano altre persone dalle cattive energie. La comunità Peguche è un grande laboratorio artigianale dove si realizzano borse, poncho, tappeti e artigianato. Si fabbricano anche strumenti musicali.
La nostra ultima tappa sarà nella città di Otavalo, qui visiteremo il tradizionale e colorato mercato dei Ponchos, situato a 96 km da Quito, è considerata la capitale dell'artigianato ecuadoriano, per la varietà e la qualità dei prodotti che vengono offerti ai visitatori. È famoso a livello internazionale per il suo tradizionale mercato artigianale indigeno, il mercato dei poncho è riconosciuto come la più grande fiera indigena del Sud America, dove più di tremila artigiani offrono i loro prodotti. È diventato un luogo di concentrazione dell'offerta artigianale dell'Ecuador. Ci sono colorati poncho e tappeti di lana della vicina comunità di Peguche, sacchi di lana di pecora tessuti a mano, diversi prodotti in pelle realizzati a Cotacachi, maschere in ceramica lavorate a mano, tovaglie, borse, cappelli, borsellini e altri oggetti tipici del luogo. Infine, prima di tornare a Quito, assaggeremo un delizioso e tradizionale pranzo.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Luoghi e orari di ritiro
Comunicheremo tramite WhatsApp per dare istruzioni di base prima dell'inizio del tour e per coordinare il punto di incontro. Il tour viene effettuato con trasporto privato, in una Chevrolet Grand Vitara bianca con tutte le misure di biosicurezza. Per questo tour è necessario indossare abiti e scarpe comodi, anche crema solare.
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- I neonati e i bambini piccoli possono essere portati in carrozzina o passeggino
- Animali di servizio ammessi
- Sono disponibili trasporti pubblici nelle vicinanze
- Sconsigliato ai viaggiatori con problemi cardiovascolari
- Adatto a tutti i livelli di forma fisica
Recensioni(82)
We want to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for our incredible trip to Otavalo in Ecuador. Our driver and tour guide, Andres, was an absolute gem. His extensive knowledge of the places we visited and his ability to share fascinating insights about his country, Ecuador, made the entire journey an enriching and enjoyable experience. Andres’s exceptional skills as a tour guide are truly commendable. Not only did he provide us with a wealth of information, but he also ensured that we felt safe and relaxed throughout the trip. While driving in Ecuador can be challenging, Andres’s driving expertise put our minds at ease, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the beauty of the country. We wholeheartedly recommend Andres as an outstanding tour guide. His exceptional English skills further enhance his ability to communicate effectively with our group. If we ever find ourselves in Ecuador again, we will undoubtedly seek his guidance and expertise for our next adventure.
Thank you very much! I hope you come back to Ecuador soon. It was a real pleasure spending the day with you.
Daniel M. was working with Andres. And was very professional and knowledgeable. Could be used as a trainer for younger tour guides. Would gladly use him on future visits.
Andres picked us up at our hotel in Quito promptly at 8:30 AM. We started the drive to Otavalo, about a 2 hour drive north of Quito. Along the way Andres pointed out how the vegetation changes and all of the greenhouses used to grow roses and other flowers, one of the main exports of Ecuador. We stopped at Cachiviro to see the Imbabura volcano. While we were there he provided a snack for us of traditional biscuits and tea. I had informed him that my granddaughter had dietary restrictions and he provided a separate snack for her. Following a stop and hike at the Peguche waterfall we went to Otavalo to the indigenous marketplace. Andres was very patient, carried all of our purchases, did some translating for us, and then took us to a restaurant for a delicious lunch. He modified some of our routes to accommodate my physical limitations which was very much appreciated. He took us back to our hotel in Quito at the appointed time. I would highly recommend this tour and Andres as a tour guide.
Andres was a super guide. Full of knowledge and helpful. We highly recommend him and this tour. A+++++++
Thanks a lot Roxana!! it was a pleasure for me.
Andres was a great guide, very knowledgeable and personal. We enjoyed our tour very much.
The trip was amazing, highly recommend!!! We had a lovely time with our guide Andres who showed us local spots in and around Otavalo. The highlight for us was the time at the textile market at the end of the trip, such a unique experience and came home with amazing handcrafted goods we'll keep forever :)
We had a wonderful day touring Otavalo with Andres! He was so accommodating and took exceptional care of us! We enjoyed not just the market but also the hike and delicious snack by the lake. Andres was flexible in catering to our interests, and sharing his knowledge of the region and culture. His genuine kindness was appreciated! I would not hesitate to recommend him to others.
This trip was spectacular! I think because it’s a private tour, the guide really takes into account individual preferences and really makes this excursion extra special for everyone on the trip. He was a fantastic guide, a great photographer, and gave us a true tour of the history and culture. I would absolutely do more tours with him and recommend this to everyone!
Great peek at Ecuador's natural wonders and indigenous roots! The clear itinerary made it easy to know what to expect, and our guide Andrés had great rapport both with the us, our other guest, and all the locals we encountered on the trip. If the screenshots and itinerary appeal to you, know that you are in good hands to receive the advertised experience!
This tour with Andres was such a big disappointment! My advice — find another guide. We paid extra for a private tour so we could have a little flexibility & got the opposite. We were met with rude & controlling behavior, got angry when we asked for bathroom breaks or walk to ATM, and we even feared for our safety when he was driving - angrily shouting out at all the “crazy” people. We didn’t get to choose or buy the Biscochos & coffee ourselves since he brought them himself with tea in a thermos, we didn’t have enough time at the market since we were rushed, we didn’t stop for lunch, and he didn’t stop at the churches just a few blocks down from Ponchos Square, as we had previously asked & he had agreed to beforehand. Again, a huge disappointment for our one & only time to experience Otavalo Market, all due to this angry, infantile guide ☹️
My excellent service is reflected in my reviews. In several years of work, I've never had a problem with any client, and I'm truly surprised to read this negative comment after almost a month. I'm not going to say anything bad about my clients, but we did the tour without any issues that day. All the activities were carried out, including extra activities that weren't included. They asked me to take them to their hotel and then drop them off at another hotel, which I gladly did. It was raining heavily that day, and they even gave me a tip and thanked me for everything. I don't understand this comment at all. Please read the itinerary carefully. I don't want to have this kind of problem again. It is clear that they intend to harm my work, for no reason whatsoever. I even have photos as backup from that day.
