What to do and see in Imbabura Province, Ecuador: The Best Bus Tours

March 12, 2022 Misti Hsu

Imbabura (Spanish pronunciation: [imbaˈβuɾa]) is a province located in the Andes of northern Ecuador. The capital is Ibarra. The people of the province speak Spanish and the Imbaburan Quechua language.
Restaurants in Imbabura Province

1. Ecuador Gateway 5 Days Tour

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Ecuador and Its four worlds !! We invite you to experience several most visited attractions in the country . This a perfect gateway tour if you decide to take a vacation in Ecuador for 5 days. Quito with its history , Churches and the Equator Mindo with its exhuberant forest , hummingbirds , Orchids and waterfalls Otavalo with its remarkable Indian Market and the local Culture Papallacta a sacred paradise inside of an extinted volcano with its hotsprings , perfect for your total relax before you filght back home..

Inclusions: Breakfast, Private transportation, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, 5 Days / 4 Nights Program in TWIN /DBL accommodation

Exclusions: Anything not specified in program, Gratuities, Admition Tickets as mentioned in Program

Reviewed By SunriseFitness

I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.

2. Rose Plantation, Equator Line and Otavalo Market Private Tour

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Don't waste your time waiting looking for the "typical" tour to Otavalo. Protect your family and avoid unnecessary crowds. Visit a wonderful and charming rose plantation, and also stand at the most accurate site where the equator line passes through..! Have a very relaxing time at the biggest Indian Market of South America, and explore Otavalo's surrounding areas! All this exciting adventures are awaiting for you very close to Quito! Make your stay in the capital city of Ecuador an unforgettable life experience!!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Certified English speaking guide, Mentioned itinerary and visits

Exclusions: Drinks, Meals, All Fees and Taxes

Reviewed By JeannePlantation

I had only one afternoon in Quito to sightsee. I contacted Ecuador's Best Tour with late notice by email and Luis replied right away. Luis has a great laid back, no worries attitude and assured me he would take care of everything and pick me up at my hotel. He arrived early to pick me up. I was thrilled to visit the beautiful Church la Compania. Luis was very knowledgeable about the history of the church and architecture. Next we visited a beautiful view of the city with the statue Virgin of El Panecillo. I only had a few hours to visit and Ecuador's Best Tours really helped me make the most of my visit. I highly recommend booking this with this company and you will be lucky if Luis is your guide. His English is extraordinary and he's just a pleasant guide to be around. I have toured many places around the would and I would say Luis was one of the best guides I have encountered. I got some great photos from my visit and hope to return someday. I would certainly use Ecuador's Best Tours again.

3. 2-Days Otavalo Highlights

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Explore one of the most popular tourist destinations of Ecuador, and learn from the most representative indigenous ethnic group at the north of the country! Enjoy an unknown archaeological site, farmlands, rose plantations, indian markets, weavers and amazing active volcanoes from the comfort of this private tour!!! Protect your family and avoid unnecessary crowds. Discover the history and culture of Ecuador assisted by the best staff!

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Private transport, Certified English speaking guide, 1 night accommodation, Mentioned lodging or similar (depending on availability)

Exclusions: Lunch, Drinks, Additional hotel nights

Reviewed By JeannePlantation

I had only one afternoon in Quito to sightsee. I contacted Ecuador's Best Tour with late notice by email and Luis replied right away. Luis has a great laid back, no worries attitude and assured me he would take care of everything and pick me up at my hotel. He arrived early to pick me up. I was thrilled to visit the beautiful Church la Compania. Luis was very knowledgeable about the history of the church and architecture. Next we visited a beautiful view of the city with the statue Virgin of El Panecillo. I only had a few hours to visit and Ecuador's Best Tours really helped me make the most of my visit. I highly recommend booking this with this company and you will be lucky if Luis is your guide. His English is extraordinary and he's just a pleasant guide to be around. I have toured many places around the would and I would say Luis was one of the best guides I have encountered. I got some great photos from my visit and hope to return someday. I would certainly use Ecuador's Best Tours again.

4. Live Otavalo... Day trip between valleys and mountains, crafts and culture

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I want to give you a family experience, I want to show you the place where I have grown up, where I have seen these wonderful landscapes and also where I have learned about other cultures, share my experience so that your visit is unforgettable, besides going by land is relaxing and safe .

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Boat trip

Reviewed By tamm0v

Jorge is an excellent guide. Very proactive in arranging everything for my trip. Even calling me when I was still at home to make sure everything would go smoothly. He is highly recommended.

5. Private Tour to Otavalo & Surroundings

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Imbabura or known as the Lakes Province is absolutely one of the favorite tours on visitor’s trips while in Ecuador. The main attraction is Otavalo Market. It is a massive Saturday crafts market (But there is a market every day too) – one of the biggest of South America! Tons of traditionally-attired Quechua locals take over the streets of the whole town center, selling beautiful artwork, handicrafts, livestock, and clothing, anything you can imagine! You will also LOVE the food at Cotacachi also known as the Leather Town, and all the great but cheap restaurants around town. The waterfall that after a short walk ,you will be impressed by its beauty .Finally amazing views of the Andes right above the volcanic crater. We invite you to join us to this very colorful tour with a local taste

Inclusions: 1 bottle per person, Private transportation, All sightseeing mentioned above, English -Spanish speaking Certified Guide, Park admission fee

Exclusions: However we always stop at Cotacachi town , where you can have something to eat too, Gratuities, Anything not specified in program

Reviewed By SunriseFitness

I highly recommend this tour! It’s active but not strenuous, covers a lot, and Alex was friendly and knowledgeable throughout. It felt nice to have a blend of parks and the city, stopping along the way for photos, explanations and history, sweeping city views and gelato on a balcony.

6. Cultural Tour of Otavalo: Market and Cuicocha Lagoon visit all inclusive

Juan Leon Mera Y Mariscal Foch, Quito 170143, Ecuador El Barak Ecuador Travel
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- All Inclusive: Professional Bilingual Guide, Lunch and Tourist Visits. - Tourist Transport from Quito - Otavalo - Quito - Trekking - Visit indigenous market - Visit Ponchos Square - Visit San Pablo Lake Viewpoint - Visit and hiking in the Cuicocha Lagoon - Visit to Cotacachi, known for the elaboration of leather goods - Professionalism and Quality of Service - Shared Tour: Every Tuesday and Saturday - Private Tour: Every day.

Inclusions: Professional Tourism Guide, Tourist visits, Lunch, Private transportation

Exclusions: Breakfast, Tickets, Personal expenses

Reviewed By Malejavr12

I had a very good hike with them. They took you from Baños to Chimborazo in a van, and from the first refuge you walk 50 minutes to get to the Condor Cocha Lagoon. The guide is very promptly and kind, he answered every question I had. The downhill was so good. The guide is near you in the van just in case. Highly recommended.

7. Otavalo Market

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Explore a colorful indigenous market in South America. Otavalo is one of the hundreds of indigenous markets that are still in force in Ecuador. The market is located 55 miles north of Quito. It is located in the inter-Andean valley above 8307feet. It presents a spring weather almost every month of the year with certain exceptions in the months of January through April. Step by step you will discover the skills of weavers from Otavalo. Immerse yourself in Andean colors, textiles with pre-Columbian designs and listen to the indigenous people speak a local language, Spanish and English with special enthusiasm in order to offer you their products. Look rose plantations, green pasturelands and volcanoes that are part of the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Near reaching out Otavalo you can distinguish the San Pablo lake which is the largest lake in Ecuador. The lake has an extension of 6 km² and 49 meters deep. The Peguche waterfall and the visit to leather town will complement the day's tour.

Inclusions: An English-speaking Certified Naturalist Guide-Chauffeur, Pick-up from your centrally hotel in Quito, Activities according to the program

Exclusions: Lunch, Tips, Travel insurance

Reviewed By valeriavH3917KD

This day was incredible to look many mountains from the highest part of the visit. The tour guide made the trip a lot of fun. I enjoyed every thing we did. 100% recommended.

8. tours otavalo

Pachamama Native Travels & Expeditions, Calle Principal la Calera, Ecuador Pachamama Native Travels & Expeditions
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Este es un viaje para conocer la cultura y la naturaleza de la provincia azul, a la entrada de la provincia destaca el majestuoso volcán Imbabura junto con su amado volcán Cotacachi y las lagunas que aparecen en las faldas como sus lágrimas pero que iluminan el paisaje de los andes

Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, Guianza

Exclusions: Gratuities, Bebidas adicionales (refrescos, gaseosas, alcohólicas, agua,te o café)

9. Private Full-Day Trip to Otavalo and Its Surroundings from Quito

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This magical province of Imbabura is surrounded by lakes, is cradle of artists, histories and living pre-Inca cultures. Otavalo is a small town and symbolic from this province,also world-famous for its indigenous population which are travelling around the world selling their fine hand-made colourful textiles, hats, Indian jewellery, ponchos, or performing with Andean Folk music groups. It has about 50.000 inhabitants and the city is considered the economically most successful indigenous group of Latin America. Today, you will visit the textile market (bigger on Wednesdays and Saturdays) but open 7 days a week! You will also have the opportunity to visit the fruit market and surrounding artisan villages with your own private guide. Depending on the time, you will also visit Cuicocha crater lake for a short hike or just enjoy the wonderful viewpoint.

Inclusions: Private transportation, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Activities not mentioned, Personal expenses, Lunch (on request), Tips (optional)

10. Otavalo Tour from Quito Visiting Cayambe, Indigenous Market, Small groups

Quito Tour Bus / Bulevar Naciones Unidas, Naciones Unidas Ave, Quito 170506, Ecuador Quito Tour Bus
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Visit the tourist highlights in the province of Imbabura where you can visit the largest Indigenous Market in Latin America in Otavalo.

Inclusions: Tourist transport, Bilingual guide (English / Spanish), All entrances, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Details not especified , Food and drinks, Tips

Reviewed By Don J

My wife and I were fortunate to be able to take a private tour while in Quito during COVID lockdown. Our itinerary included The Museo de Sitio Intinan, the Casa de Agave distillery and museum, lunch at Panorama, and a drive through the Quito Historico Centro and up to the Mirador de Panecillo. Our tour guide, Diana, was exceptional. She had a great command of the English language, was very personable, and very knowledgeable about every place we visited throughout the day. She went above and beyond to make the day a very personal and special one for us, including taking pictures of us and for us throughout the day. Our driver, Carlos, was also wonderful. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Quito!

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