
Imbabura
Zuleta
Journey through Imbabura
This exclusive journey through Imbabura centers on one of Ecuador’s most prestigious historic estates: Hacienda Zuleta. With over 400 years of heritage, pioneering conservation projects, farm‑to‑table cuisine and living traditions, Zuleta is a world‑class destination. The program is complemented by Andean culture, crafts, nature and indigenous heritage.
Day 1
Cayambe, Zuleta embroidery, Cóndor Huasi & Hacienda Zuleta
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Stop in Cayambe – Traditional biscuits with local cheese.
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Tasting of freshly baked biscochos served with queso de hoja and local sweets.
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Zuleta Embroidery.
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Visit the renowned embroidery workshops, famous for their detail and tradition.
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Traditional Lunch.
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Highland lunch prepared with local ingredients.
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Visit to Cóndor Huasi.
Andean condor conservation center: -
Observation of rescued condors.
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Scenic viewpoints.
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Light walks in paramo landscapes.
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Explanation of conservation and release programs.
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Zuleta Embroidery Store
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Boutique featuring unique handcrafted textiles.
Overnight at Hacienda Zuleta (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Historic estate with century‑old gardens, rooms with fireplaces, organic cuisine and conservation areas.
Day 2
Otavalo, Peguche & Cotacachi
Otavalo
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Visit to the most important indigenous market in South America: textiles, crafts, music and living culture.
Peguche -
Sacred waterfall and artisan weaving and music workshops.
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Lunch in Cotacachi
Typical highland lunch.
Cotacachi
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Visit to Ecuador’s leather capital and its artisanal workshops.
Day 3
Free morning & return to quito
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Breakfast at the lodge.
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Short walk or optional activity.
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Check-out and return to Quito.
Available activities
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Specialized birdwatching
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Tarabita + waterfalls
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Butterfly Garden
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Chocolate tour
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Tubing
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Canopy (zipline)
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Orchid sanctuary
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Primary forest hikes
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Night tours
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Scenic viewpoints












