Heldags privat rundtur i Otavalo och dess omgivningar
Beskrivning
Vårt första stopp blir i Cachiviro vid stranden av sjön San Pablo. Här kommer vi att smaka på traditionella och läckra kex med ost tillsammans med ett gott kaffe och njuta av det bästa landskapet vi kan föreställa oss bredvid vulkanen Imbabura. Vi fortsätter med besöket vid Peguche-vattenfallet, där vi tar en promenad på ungefär en halvtimme längs stigen som leder oss till denna sevärdhet. Slutligen besöker vi ponchomarknaden i staden Otavalo. Denna plats har blivit ett centralt knutpunkt för ecuadorianskt hantverk och är erkänd som den största inhemska mässan i Sydamerika, där mer än tre tusen hantverkare erbjuder sina produkter. Här kommer vi att ha gott om tid att utforska varje hörn och köpa alla föremål som fångar vår uppmärksamhet. Innan vi återvänder till Quito njuter vi av en typisk lokal lunch. Tjänsten är privat och alla turer sker med en turistexpert som också är en certifierad guide.
Turalternativ
Resplan
Vi får dig att leva upplevelsen och njuta av ögonblicket, i denna turné kommer du att lära dig mer om norra Ecuador, dess seder, traditioner och landskap. Vårt första stopp blir vid sjön San Pablo, där vi kommer att njuta av ett spektakulärt landskap bredvid vulkanen Imbabura, vi kommer också att smaka på de traditionella kexen med ost tillsammans med ett utsökt varmt kaffe.
Vårt andra stopp är det vackra vattenfallet Peguche, omgivet av doftande eukalyptusskogar, en favoritplats för utflykter, full av mystik och historia, som ligger i hjärtat av ursprungsbefolkningen Faccha Llacta. I vattenfallet "Manto Blanco", som nås efter en kort promenad, där shamanerna utför ceremonier och renar andra människor från dålig energi. Peguche-gemenskapen är en stor hantverksverkstad där väskor, ponchos, mattor och hantverk tillverkas. Musikinstrument tillverkas också.
Vårt sista stopp kommer att vara i staden Otavalo, här kommer vi att besöka den traditionella och färgstarka marknaden för Ponchos, som ligger 96 km från Quito, den anses vara huvudstaden för ecuadorianskt hantverk, på grund av variationen och kvaliteten på produkter som erbjuds till besökarna. Det är internationellt känt för sin traditionella inhemska hantverksmarknad, Ponchos-marknaden är erkänd som den största inhemska mässan i Sydamerika, där mer än tre tusen hantverkare erbjuder sina produkter. Det har blivit en plats för koncentration av hantverksutbudet i Ecuador. Det finns färgglada ylleponchos och mattor från det närliggande samhället Peguche, handvävda fårullssäckar, olika läderprodukter tillverkade i Cotacachi, handgjorda keramiska masker, dukar, väskor, hattar, plånböcker och annat typiskt hantverk från platsen. Slutligen innan vi återvänder till Quito kommer vi att smaka på en utsökt och traditionell lunch.
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Vad som ingår
Upphämtningsplatser och tider
Vi kommer att kommunicera via WhatsApp för att ge grundläggande instruktioner innan turnéns start och för att samordna mötesplatsen. Turen görs med privat transport, i en vit Chevrolet Grand Vitara med alla biosäkerhetsåtgärder. För denna turné är det nödvändigt att bära bekväma kläder och skor, även solskyddsmedel.
Resenärers betyg
Viktig information
- Spädbarn och små barn kan åka i barnvagn eller sittvagn
- Servicedjur tillåtna
- Kollektivtrafiksalternativ finns i närheten
- Rekommenderas inte för resenärer med låg kardiovaskulär hälsa
- Lämplig för alla fysiska konditionsnivåer
Recensioner(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.
