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Otavalo, Indigenous, culture, traditions and markets.
Joined 2021
Otavaleños are people who are in the world. They learned how to make textiles from their ancestors and they improved the result. Their market is very famous all over the world that is the reason why when somebody comes Ecuador they know they can not miss this place. Avenue of volcanoes starts here, the opportunity of see Cayambe
and Cuicocha Volcano, Imbabura and Cajas mountains. It is a place where nature and culture is mixed.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel, apartment, airport.
Imbabura volcano look out point
It is an stop to try some food like biscochos, queso de hoja, hot drinks as chocolate or good coffee.
Otavalo market Plaza de Ponchos
The place where you can see handicrafts made in the area some by hand some in machines.
Cotacachi leather town and lunch
It is a town with some leather shops. Leather is one of the activities to generate income here. This small city has been chosen to retire and lived by expats.
Ñanda Mañachi music house
The house where some musicians were born professionally. We will have a small performance playing some Andean instruments.
Ending Point
At your hotel, apartment, airport.
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Private transportation
Private transportation in cars with AC
Suzuki grand Vitara for 1 up to 3 clients
Kia Carnival for 1 up to 6 clients
Foton Toano for 7 up to 14 clients
Visit all the places described in the itinerary
Driver guide
Food
Drinks
Entrance fees
Lodging
Tour Important Information
• We never know how the weather will be during the day. I suggest you to bring an umbrella it could helps for sun or rain. Rain jacket is a good element to bring as part of your outfit.
• Ecuador is a country in the middle of the world and very high altitude, it means We are very close to the sun that is the reason why You should use sun screen block some times during the day.
• Several places we will visit do not accept credit cards, so please bring cash, it is specially at the Plaza de Ponchos.
• If you need to be picked up or dropped off in a outside of Quito let me know before booking because it has an extra charge.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide in all of Ecuador
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Gustavo T.
Hello friends, my name is Gustavo, you can call me GUS. I am from Quito. I am a Certified National Tour Guide around 10 years, I have been part of this industry from 2006 when I started in a hotel. I am very passionate when I talk about my country, with my profession I have been able to discover many interesting and beautiful locations in Ecuador, I have had the opportunity to learn more about culture, costumes, music.
I have lived all my life in Quito but in the last 10 years I have visited many places in my country that is why everywhere I go I feel in home nevertheless I love my city.
I invite you to visit Ecuador. We have the Galapagos Island and I am sure you have heard about it, but Ecuador has more than that, we have Quito , the First Heritage of the Humanity, the Andes with many active volcanoes, the Cloud Forest, Coastal Region and one of the most fabulous places which is known as Amazonia where the nature is amazing.
Ecuador is waiting for you now , you will be able to visit many things through your cell phone or computer but you have to come to discovered this amazing country any day to surprise yourselves.
Reviews
Pam B.
Otavalo, Indigenous, culture, traditions and markets.
“Customized Tour Was Fabulous”
My family and I had a wonderful day with Gustavo (Gus). He worked with us to plan a perfect day traveling around Otavalo, Cotacachi, Cuicocha Cotacachi Cayapas, and Pegucha volcano waterfalls. His English is excellent and he shared an extensive amount of culture, history, geography, and current events with us on his beautiful country. His driving is great and he was very flexible and personable. We highly recommend Gus to anyone looking to learn about and enjoy Ecuador. Thanks for a fantastic day, Gus and happy new year to you and your family!
Gustavo T.
Hi Pam I want to say “ thank you “ All of your family are great people . It was a big pleasure to show you some of my country . I hope you can return to visit the rest of Ecuador Have a great year Gus
Jeny C.
Baños de Agua Santa and Cotopaxi volcano in 2 days
“Our trip to ecuador ”
We had a great time with Gustavo (Gus) as our guide. Our 1st day of adventure started with an early pick up, To begin our way to Banos with a stop at Cotopaxi. Although all research done prior to our visit advised against doing this type hike with in the first 24 hours of landing, there we where, basking in the beauty of our surroundings while we caught our breath because altitude sickness is very much a real thing. Anyway we did so many activities during our visit like waterfalls, volcanos, hiking, hot springs, edge of the world swings, and Gus knows the best place for Ziplining, and thats just baños. He's very knowledgeable. You can feel free and ask him any question And he'll have answers. His wife is also amazing. Acting as our co-guide for our trip throughout The historical district of Quito. In summary, if you're planning to go to Ecuador and you need a tour guide, you should pick Gustavo. Trust me you will not be disappointed.
Gustavo T.
Hi Jeny I am glad hearing that you enter your trip in Ecuador . Thank you for visiting Ecuador to celebrate yours husband’s birthday. I hope you could return to Ecuador. Your friend in Ecuador Gus
Armando D.
Quito, first city declared as Heritage of the world.
“Excellent Tour and Guide - Very Knowledgeable”
Gustavo and his team were on time, helpful, and very knowledgable. They gave us excellent information about the entire city, and made the trips very enjoyable.
$200/ per group
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