Quito: Otavalo, Cotacachi & Cuicocha Private Day Tour

Discover the Andes on a private tour from Quito: Otavalo craft market, Cotacachi leatherwork and Cuicocha crater lake — guide and private transport included.
Escape Quito for the day and discover the heart of Ecuador's indigenous Andes on this private tour, traveling north through the colorful valleys of Guayllabamba and Cayambe.

Explore Otavalo's legendary craft market, one of South America's most famous, where Kichwa artisans sell handwoven textiles, alpaca goods and crafts. Nearby in Peguche you can experience traditional weaving up close, and in Cotacachi you can browse the workshops of a town renowned for its leatherwork.

Finish at the breathtaking Cuicocha crater lake, a turquoise caldera ringed by the Andes, where you can take in sweeping views and capture unforgettable photos.

Throughout the day you travel privately with your own certified local guide and vehicle, enjoying a relaxed pace that leaves plenty of time to shop, photograph and soak up the culture.

The experience lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours and departs from Quito in the morning. Please note that Cuicocha sits at roughly 3,100 m (10,200 ft), so light walking at altitude is involved.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.