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Our first stop will be in Cachiviro on the shores of Lake San Pablo, in this place we will taste the traditional and delicious biscuits with cheese accompanied by a good coffee and the best landscape we can imagine next to the Imbabura volcano.
We continue with the visit to the Peguche waterfall, where we will have a walk of approximately one hour through the path that leads us to this attraction.
Finally, we will visit the ponchos market in the city of Otavalo, this place has become a concentration square for the artisan offer of Ecuador, it is recognized as the largest indigenous fair in South America, where more than three thousand artisans offer their products. In this place we will have adequate time to visit every corner and buy the products that we like.
Before returning to Quito we will taste a typical local lunch.
The service is private and all tours are with a tourism professional who is also a certified guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will communicate by WhatsApp to give basic instructions before the start of the tour and to coordinate the meeting point. The tour is done by private transport, in a white Chevrolet Grand Vitara with all the biosecurity measures. For this tour it is necessary to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, also sunscreen.
Itinerary
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We make you live the experience and enjoy the moment, in this tour you will learn more about the north of Ecuador, its customs, traditions and landscapes. Our first stop will be at Lake San Pablo, where we will enjoy a spectacular landscape next to the Imbabura volcano, we will also taste the traditional biscuits with cheese together with a delicious hot coffee.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cascada de Peguche
Our second stop is the beautiful Peguche waterfall, surrounded by fragrant eucalyptus forests, a favorite place for excursions, full of mysticism and history, located in the heart of the indigenous community of Faccha Llacta. In the "Manto Blanco" waterfall, which is reached after a short walk, where the shamans perform ceremonies and cleanse other people of bad energy. The Peguche community is a large artisan workshop where bags, ponchos, rugs, and handicrafts are made. Musical instruments are also made.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Otavalo Market
Our last stop will be in the city of Otavalo, here we will visit the traditional and colorful market of the Ponchos, located 96 km from Quito, it is considered the capital of Ecuadorian handicrafts, due to the variety and quality of products that are offered to the visitors. It is internationally famous for its traditional indigenous artisan market, the Ponchos market is recognized as the largest indigenous fair in South America, where more than three thousand artisans offer their products. It has become a place of concentration of the artisan offer of Ecuador. There are colorful woolen ponchos and rugs from the nearby community of Peguche, hand-woven sheep's wool sacks, different leather products made in Cotacachi, handmade ceramic masks, tablecloths, bags, hats, purses, and other typical crafts from the place. Finally before returning to Quito we will taste a delicious and traditional lunch.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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