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Home > Destinations > South
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Otavalo Market Extension
Nestled between the snowcapped Imbabura and Cotachachi volcanoes, the town of Otavalo rests in a culturally distinctive area of the Andean Highlands. Staying at one of the beautifully reconstructed haciendas outside of town, a guided trip some of the many local artesian shops as well as the famous market is a great way to round out your stay in Ecuador.
DAY 1 : OTAVALO
Departing from your Quito hotel, travel north into the Andean highlands, stopping at small villages to experience local culture and handicrafts along the way. Enjoy lunch at a local hosteria with magnificent views of surrounding volcanoes. Youll stay at a one of the areas beautifully restored colonial haciendas. Horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking are just a few of the options available to guests. Overnight at Hacienda Pinsaqui or Hacienda Cusin. [BLD]
DAY 2 : OTAVALO-QUITO
After breakfast, visit the world-famous market at Otavalo. These traditional meeting points have been a vital link of the highland Indian cultures since pre-Incan times. This is a magnificent opportunity to photograph native costumes, animals, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and pottery displayed in colorful arrays. Be prepared to get involved in the excitement of bargaining and buying. This afternoon, join your guide for a hike to either the Laguna Cuicocha on the flanks of Volcan Cotacachi, featuring spectacular views of the surrounding peaks; or take a gentler path above lovely Lago San Pablo, meandering through fragrant eucalyptus groves, skirting fields where farmers work with their draft animals. Return to Quito for an overnight (not included) or fly out the same evening. [B]
| - Prices, Departure Dates and Included Services - |
Days: 2 | Grade: I, Easy Hiking (click for grades definition) | 2008 Price: From $535 per person | Single Supplement: $215 (click for info) | *Extra night Quito (inc transfers): $90 per person | | | 2009 Price: From $125 per person. Land cost based on Group Size | Adults | 2-3 | 4-6 | 7-9 | 1 day | $195 | $165 | $125 | 2 days / 1 night | $595 | $515 | $395 |
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| Single Supplement: $165 (click for info) | *Extra night Quito at Patio Andaluz or similar (including transfers): $90 per person | | | | | 2008 Departure Dates | 2009 Departure Dates | | | (Please call for availability) | (Please call for availability) |
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| | | Included: Services as specified in the itinerary above include first class/deluxe (where available) lodging and accommodations; English-speaking certified naturalist guides; guided tours and excursions; airport-hotel transfers and land transportation; meals as specified [B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner]; services of in-bound land operator offices for airline reconfirmation; and tour operations and Wildland Adventures travel consultation and pre-departure services. | | | Not Included: Services unless specified otherwise in the itinerary above such as international and local air transportation; airport taxes; tips and gratuities; optional or suggested services that are on your own; insurance of any kind; personal expenses; extra beverages and alcoholic drinks; medical costs; and hospitalization and evacuation and any other extra expenses due to unanticipated changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond control. Meals, souvenirs and other local and personal expenses not specified in the above itinerary are also not included. | | | Trip Notes: While Saturdays are traditionally known as the major market day for the Otavalo region, this market is active every day. One day extension includes completing all of the activities listed in day 2 of the itiernary and returning to Quito. | |
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