IMBABURA’S CHARM
AND
AN HACIENDA OASIS

ENJOY AN OASIS OF PEACE IN THE ANDES

Experience a timeless Otavalo on this one-day journey designed to take in some of the highlights of the Northern Andes, including historic haciendas, artisans’ workshops, and one of South America’s most emblematic craft markets.
Wander through the kaleidoscopic Otavalo market, where you’ll find handcrafts, textiles, and artisanal products. Visit the workshop of the few artisans who continue to use back and pedal looms to create their intricate weavings.
Discover San Antonio de Ibarra, a town specializing in wood carvings of religious figures.
Enjoy Hacienda Pimán, a green oasis embraced by centennial trees tucked into a valley cupped by arid hills.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Places: Cayambe, Otavalo, Peguche, Hacienda Pinsaquí, San Antonio de Ibarra, Hacienda Pimán

Activities: Enjoy Otavalo and its surroundings

Highlights: Visit a rose plantation in Cayambe, walk around the kaleidoscopic Otavalo market, stay at an historic hacienda, a green oasis embraced by centennial trees.  

Places: Hacienda Pimán

Activities: Discover the beauty of the Piman valley, an oasis of peace in the Andes.

Highlights: Rise early to listen to the symphony of birds, visit the Mirador del Oso Andino (Andean Bear Viewpoint), relax in the warm pool or enjoy a spa treatment. 

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Carolina Escobar

“Carolina was wonderful to work with. She helped us decide which tour to take by providing us with information and insights on each option. We appreciated her following up with us without any pressure to book. Definitely would work with her again.”
— Jay Wechsler

Melissa Altamirano

“I cannot thank Melissa enough for her support and advise in setting up this trip for me, she's been wonderful.”
— Paul Wood

Diego Zapata

“Diego Zapata has been so helpful, kind, patient, and supportive as I have tried to figure out this trip. I haven't left my Island home since 2018, and prior to that, I am not a regular traveler. This tour is a big deal. My last tour was in '97 - Italy!”
— Heather DeSilva