
Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip
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Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip is a 9-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $150 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 42 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $150 per person
Visit Otavalo Saturday Market from an active way! Bike the foothills of the Imbabura Volcano, stop at the Equator line, visit Peguche indigenous village and make your best deal for souvenirs in Otavalo.
What you get
- - Biking gear: Hybrid bikes, helmets and gloves
- - Water and snacks
- - Private Transport
- - Experienced Certified English-Speaking Guide
About this experience
Visit Otavalo Saturday Market from an active way! Bike the foothills of the Imbabura Volcano, stop at the Equator line, visit Peguche indigenous village and make your best deal for souvenirs in Otavalo.
What's included
Included
- - Biking gear: Hybrid bikes, helmets and gloves
- - Water and snacks
- - Private Transport
- - Experienced Certified English-Speaking Guide
Not included
- - Fees for museums or reserves
- - Tips for guides and drivers
What you'll see and do
Otavalo Market
We will begin our day biking down from the foothills of Imbabura volcano. We will start descending on grass and dirt patched paths and roads that connect local indigenous people’s farms. Along the way we will pass corn and quinoa plantations—staples in the local diet. Once at the base of the volcano we will leisurely continue on along the side of the San Pablo Lake while taking in the spectacular panorama of seemingly endless mountains accompanied by the gentle winds coming across the lake. Later we will visit Peguche, a town where we will visit an indigenous artisan family who will teach us how they weave and make their clothing. The bike ride will take about four hours total afterwards which we will head towards the Otavalo market where you can stroll through aisles of local handicrafts in search of the perfect souvenir to take home to remember your visit to Ecuador!
540 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
At the center of the Plaza
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
At the center of the Plaza
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Activexpedition
Know before you go
- 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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 42
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip cost?
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Prices start at $150 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Biking to Otavalo Market - Day trip start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day, Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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