Duration: 12 hours Meeting point: Hotel Hilton Colon (secondary lobby). Address: Av. Juan León Mera between Patria Avenue and 18 de Septiembre Street. Please meet your guide in the secondary lobby of the hotel. Finish Point: Hotel Hilton Colon. Itinerary: Enjoy a full-day excursion to experience the charm and culture of Ecuador's Otavalo Market. Surrounded by the Imbabura, Cotacachi, and Mojanda volcanoes, the vibrant and beautiful city of Otavalo is home to a large indigenous poulation and known for its handicrafts. Continue to the nearby town of Cotacachi to browse the leather market and craft shops before a delicious typical lunch at a local restaurant. Next head to the Peguche waterfalls or Cuicocha Lake before returning to Quito. Meal: A Kichwa traditional lunch is included in your tour, and is a G for Good Planeterra project. You will be warmly welcomed by indigenous women for their community meals initiative Rupay Mikuna, which means "Warm Meal". Rupay Mikuna offers an authentic culinary and cultural immersion, where the women not only provide an unforgettable gastronomic experience but also strengthen their economic empowerment and celebrate their traditions for future generations. Note that this Day Tour is operated by one of G Adventures' preferred suppliers and will be a shared service with other non-G Adventures travellers. Packing essentials: Warm clothing, waterproof jacket, hat, camera, extra snacks and water, sunglasses, sunblock.