Otavalo svelato: un viaggio di un giorno attraverso il tempo e la tradizione!





Descrizione
Nel cuore del Sud America, a sole due ore a nord di Quito, si trova l'enigmatica città di Otavalo. Non è una città qualsiasi; è un epicentro pulsante di cultura, arte e natura. Conosciuta in lungo e in largo per ospitare il mercato dell'artigianato indiano più vasto del continente, Otavalo è molto più di un semplice mercato. È un arazzo di colori vivaci, intricati lavori in legno e tessitura magistrale. Al di là delle vivaci bancarelle e del ronzio dei baratti, l'anima di Otavalo risiede nel suo scenario mozzafiato. Picchi maestosi, laghi sereni e riserve naturali incontaminate cullano questa città, mentre sussurri di antichi villaggi indiani danzano nel vento. Otavalo non è solo una destinazione; è un'esperienza, un viaggio nel cuore di una terra dimenticata dal tempo.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Gli uffici Go FAR / Uffici CarpeDM saranno il punto d'incontro per iniziare il tour a Quito, in Ecuador. Situato vicino al Secret Garden Hostel 7:20 partenza dal centro storico di Quito Alle 7:30 partenza dall'Hilton Colon New Town di Quito 9:00 Bizcochos e Queso de Cayambe 9:30 Lago di San Pablo 10:15 Plazas de Ponchos di Otavalo ca. 2 ore. 12:30 Mercato della pelle di Cotacachi con sosta per il pranzo in un tipico ristorante ecuadoriano 14:00 Cascate Peguche o Lago Cuicocha (solo una a seconda dei numeri) 14:30 ritorno a Quito 18:00 ritorno a Quito
Assaggia i famosi formaggi e biscotti di Cayambe
San Pablo del Lago è un bellissimo lago. Le montagne circostanti e il vulcano creano uno scenario mozzafiato. L'area circostante è piena di alcuni fantastici lodge, hotel e haciendas. Oltre ad essere un luogo incredibilmente rilassante dove andare, ci sono molte attività ricreative che possono essere godute nella zona.
Plaza de los Ponchos, nota anche come Mercato del Centenario, ospita la più grande fiera dell'artigianato nel nord dell'Ecuador. Situato nella provincia di Imbabura nel comune di Otavalo. L'attività della Plaza de Ponchos Ecuador è destinata alla commercializzazione di prodotti artigianali, sia a livello locale, regionale, nazionale e anche internazionale. I tessuti di Otavalo sono la sua bandiera della produzione artigianale, tuttavia offre anche altre tipologie di prodotti in legno, opere d'arte con ceramica, legno, pittura, metallo ecc.
Cotacachi è una piccola città artigiana. Situato nella provincia di Imbabura, Ecuador. Cotacachi ha incredibili sorgenti termali, foreste lussureggianti, riserve naturali e cime innevate. La produzione principale di Cotacachi è la pelletteria. Nel centro del paese ci sono decine di negozi con prodotti in pelle di buona qualità come giacche, pantaloni, cinture, portafogli, scarpe, borse e altro ..
Il famoso lago di Cuicocha si trova all'interno di una caldera larga 3 km (2 mi) che è il risultato di una massiccia esplosione avvenuta circa 3.100 anni fa. Da allora il vulcano è rimasto inattivo, ma la cenere vulcanica che si è dispersa a causa di quella vecchia eruzione ha trasformato l'area in una zona nota per i suoi terreni ricchi di sostanze nutritive.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- Sconsigliato in gravidanza
- Sconsigliato ai viaggiatori con problemi cardiovascolari
- Adatto a tutti i livelli di forma fisica
- Cosa portare:
- Occhiali da sole
- Protezione solare
- Spuntini extra e acqua
- Maschere per il viso
- Igienizzante mani
Recensioni(57)
We were picked up on time from our hotel lobby, as promised. The quality of the tour (comfortable van, guide, driver, information provided, points of interest, time allotted at each stop, etc) were well beyond expectation. Special thanks to our guide, Felipe, and our excellent driver!
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We're delighted to hear that everything went smoothly from the moment we picked you up at your hotel, and that the quality of the tour exceeded your expectations. We put a lot of effort into making sure our guests have a comfortable vehicle, knowledgeable guide, reliable driver, and enough time to properly enjoy each stop along the way. Felipe will be very happy to receive your special thanks. We'll also make sure our driver knows how much you appreciated their excellent service. Thank you for choosing CarpeDM Adventures and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador soon!
Wonderful day full of experiences in culture, food, and artisans!! Filipe was a fantastic guide! The education in Ecuador’s culture and food was the best part of the trip and the shopping was great!
Felipe was an excellent tour guide, very informative and we loved his attention to detail. The history of agave and Kichwa was our favorite part of the trip! Bizcochos bred and cheese was delicious as well.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a great day with Felipe and that his knowledge and attention to detail made the experience even more enjoyable. It's especially wonderful to know that learning about the history of agave and Kichwa culture was a highlight of your trip. And we're very happy you enjoyed the traditional bizcochos and cheese! Local food is such an important part of discovering Ecuador, and we're glad this was another memorable part of your day. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Felipe. Thank you for choosing CarpeDM Adventures, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Ecuador soon!
Fantastic day tour. We loved Otavalo markets. Stui, our guide, was absolutely brilliant. He took care of everything and provided excellent information along the way, including the history of Quito (all in English). We highly recommend this tour company.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic day exploring the Otavalo region with us. The Otavalo Market is one of Ecuador's most iconic destinations, and we're so glad you enjoyed experiencing its vibrant culture, crafts, and traditions. Estuy will be thrilled to hear your kind words. He is passionate about sharing Ecuador's history, culture, and local traditions, and we're delighted that his knowledge and attention to detail helped make your day so enjoyable. We're especially pleased that you appreciated the explanations in English and felt well taken care of throughout the tour. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing CarpeDM Adventures. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Ecuador soon!
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.



