 Otavalo
In the morning depart to the north via the Pan American Highway , to cross the equatorial line at Cayambe with a stop at Calderon's ‘bread doll' village. Then continue to Otavalo to visit South America 's famous Indian market. The Otavalo Indians are the most ambitious and prosperous craftsmen/merchants in Ecuador . Ponchos, wooden goods, and Indian jewelry are sold here. Then visit the small Indian town of Peguche , known for its weavers and Cotacachi, known for its genuine leather work. Return to Quito .
The price includes:
English speaking guide
Private Transportation.
Lunch at Pinsaqui.
The price does not include:
Entrances fees.
 Mindo:
Early departure from Quito towards the northwest, passing the western Andes mountain range and driving along the Calacalí - La Independencia road into the cloud forest. Afterwards onward to the tropical rain forest area of Mindo. Along the way we will stop to enjoy the landscape and wildlife. This area is especially interesting for its bird life and exotic plants species. Besides you can choose between some of the activities that these place offers such us: visit the waterfalls, hummingbirds, canopy and tubbing. Return to Quito in the afternoon.
The price includes:
English speaking guide
Private Transportation.
Lunch
The price does not include:
Entrances fees.
 Cotopaxi
In the morning drive south through the Avenue of the Volcanoes to visit one of the local markets *(Saquisilí or Pujilí) to continue to the base of the Cotopaxi volcano, the highest active volcano in the world at 5,897m. Cotopaxi was established as an ecological sanctuary with unusual opportunities for nature lovers. If weather conditions permit we will trek till the Jose Rivas Refuge. Return to Quito .
The price includes:
English speaking guide
Private Transportation.
Lunch
The price does not include:
Entrances fees.
 Quilotoa:
We depart early in the morning through the Avenue of the Volcanoes to visit the Quilotoa la goon which is one of the most beautiful and breathtaking, a quiet, mesmerizing glass-green lake lying in the crater of an extinct volcano. The volcanic crater is still perfectly formed, allowing visitors to see its past history and formidable power. We will walk down from the top of the crater to the lake's edge. Once at the bottom of the lake, there isn't much to do other than relax and enjoy the tranquility. The return walk back to the top of the crater you can ascending to the top by mule. Optional Lunch and return to Quito .
The price includes:
English speaking guide
Private Transportation.
Lunch The price does not include:
Entrances fees.
 Papallacta:
In the morning drive along the Interoceanic Highway , the road to the Oriente. You will enjoy the amazing landscape. These thermal baths are the most attractively developed set of hot springs in Ecuador . The hot water is channeled into several swimming pools. Optional lunch. Return to Quito .
The price includes:
English speaking guide
Private Transportation.
Lunch
The price does not include:
Entrances fees.
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