Otavalo Market, Art and Music with Middle of the World (Sundial)
Quito, Ecuador
8 hours
Art & Culture
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Good for Groups
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Family Friendly
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Walking Tours
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Bus & Driving Tours
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Nature & Outdoors
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Conscious
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Day Trips
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History
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City Highlights
What You Will Do
Explore one of the oldest indigenous markets in South America. Visit Quitsato, the astronomical middle of the world. Standing on two hemispheres is only possible on the equator line. Visit the largest agave garden in South America. See a traditional workshop where textiles are still made by hand on a backstrap loom. Walk to the ancient waterfall where the natives used to initiate the ceremonies of the Inti-raymi or festival of the sun. Visit the Ñanda Mañachi; a workshop of Andean instruments.
What day can I visit the Otavalo Market?
The market operates everyday, however on Wednesdays there is a larger influx of people and on Saturdays the market is bigger because all the market merchants show their products.
What's Included?
- Professional Guide/Driver with private car
- Pick-up from hotel or Quito Airport
- Activities according to the program
What's Not Included?
- Meals and tips
- Entrance fee: Quitsato/Middle of the World $5 pp
- Rose plantation visit is an optional activity, the cost is $10 per person. (Monday to Friday)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Quito
Two hours of travel from Quito will be enough to reach out Otavalo city. As we drive north, we will take several first-order roads that will allow us to see an Andean scenery with variations due to its climate, altitude and especially its people. We will take several photos and admire the northern part of the well-known "Avenue of the volcanoes". Upon arrival, we will observe some enormous volcanoes which are consider sacred by the native people.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Galapagos My World
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish