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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Visit a wonderful and charming rose plantation while you go towards the Northern Andes of Ecuador and also stand at the most accurate site where the equator line goes through..! Have a very relaxing time at the largest Indian Market of South America, and explore Otavalo's surrounding areas in the comfort of a private day tour from Quito! Make your stay in the capital city of Ecuador an unforgettable life experience!!
What's included
Certified English speaking guide
All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation
Luch
What to expect
Quito
5m
Cayambe is located in Pichincha Province, just 70 km north of Quito, this town is well-known because of the incredible production of roses for exportation, surrounded by mountains, lakes, rivers and especially the equator line, Cayambe is an important tourist destination in Ecuador. Departure at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel, in order to take the Panamerican highway, which goes through spectacular mountain sceneries, allowing us to enjoy spectacular views of people and communities!
Quitsato Sundial
40m · Admission ticket not included
Our first stop will be at Quitsato's Sundial to learn more about the equator line and its influence on the world; there is also a good opportunity to see Cayambe Mountain, the third highest snow-capped volcano in the country (18,996 ft).
Tabacundo
1h
Before going to Otavalo, you will visit a beautiful local rose farm, to learn everything about the process of growing, harvesting and exporting roses, which represents the fifth main income to the Ecuadorian economy!
Otavalo Market
1h
You will continue your journey to finally arrive to the Otavalo market or "Plaza de Ponchos" that is fully-covered by indigenous handicrafts!
Cotacachi
1h
After having lunch you will visit the Cotacachi village, known as the “music capital of Ecuador”, rich in the production of fine leather works, which are displayed and sold in small shops located in the center of the city.
Cuicocha Lake
20m · Admission ticket included
Finally, and before you head back to Quito, it is impossible to skeep the visit to the charming crater-lake "Cuicocha", that is located right within the still active volcanic-crater of Cotacachi Volcano (4.944 ma.s.l. - 16,220 feet).
Quito
1h
You will finish this fantastic adventure approximately at 5:30 p.m.!
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
You will be picked up from your hotel or address, within Quito's district, at 8:00 a.m.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
13 C° - 23 C° / 55,4 F° - 73,4 F
It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect him/her.
Our guides and drivers will follow vehicle cleaning and personal care protocols, with disinfectant products during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
