Quito to Cayambe and Otavalo Leather Town: Private day trip
Private ride with a local driver
11h 30mRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
Combine two Andean stops by car. Sample Cayambe’s famous cheese biscuits, see the mountain vantage, then continue to the Otavalo region near Cotacachi for leather goods—avoiding backtracking across Quito.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Quito whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Expect 1.5 hours to Cayambe, then 30 minutes to Otavalo Leather Town. A private driver from Quito ensures you explore both the equatorial glacier town and traditional craft market at your own pace.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Child seats included free of charge
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Cayambe Coca Ecological Reserve and Otavalo should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$76
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$228
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
- Start in QuitoYou choose the pickup spot.
- Cayambe Coca Ecological ReserveFeel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included
The Cayambe Coca National Park reserve protects several volcanoes including Ecuador’s third-highest - Cayambe. The equator passes through Cayambe and it is said to be the only place in the world where the average temperature and latitude are both zero degrees. The park covers more than 4,000 square kilometers and hosts hundreds of species of birds, mammals and reptiles. Expect to see hummingbirds and parrots, armadillos and rabbits, and if you’re lucky, the famous Ecuadorian spectacled bear! It is known as the national park of water as water is everywhere; the fog in the air, glacier lagoons fed by the melting Cayambe ice, rivers and waterfalls and even volcanic hot springs. For a short walk and the viewpoint only, we recommend a 60 minute stop. If you intend on hiking please be sure to add sufficient time to your stop. Note: Bring comfortable walking shoes and waterproof clothing!
- OtavaloFeel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 3 hours - admission not included
The vibrant town of Otavalo is famous for its daily indigenous markets where the locals sell handmade and mass-produced textiles, primarily made of wool. The Plaza de Ponchos is the heart of the action where you can expect to see vendors selling everything from homewares to clothing to fashion accessories in brilliant, vivid colours. For a larger event visit on a Saturday when the markets spill into neighbouring streets as merchants from nearby towns and villages set up shop. Top tip: don’t be scared to barter, it is expected especially if purchasing multiple items! For a little history about the textile industry of Otavalo there is the Museo Viviente Otavalango, a textile factory where Otavalos were once forced to work under harsh conditions. If you prefer nature to shopping, the Peguche Waterfall just outside of town offers a picturesque escape to unwind in tranquil surroundings.
- Back to QuitoWe’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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