Cuenca best tour option in 3 days from Cuenca

This tour is specially designed for those who want to enjoy the wonderful landscapes, culture and history of the Ecuadorian highlands.


Itinerary

Day 1: Cuenca + Artisan Villages

Stop At: Museo Catedral Vieja, Calle Luis Cordero Mariscal Sucre, Cuenca 010150 Ecuador
08: 30 AM, The guide will pick you up to visit the highlight of the city such as The Barranco, also you´ll a stop in the Puente Roto, other important places to visit on this tour are Pumapungo Archaeological Park and finally Quinta de Bolivar important historic house. Then you´ll visit Gualaceo and its local markets, have a few minutes to know its small historic center area, finally visit the workshop of makanas (Shawls), Other important place to visit is Chordeleg Town, known for its silver and gold jewelry.

Optional: Biking Cuenca City Tour (please ask for this in advance).

5:00 PM – Return to Cuenca.

Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Cojitambo Cañari Ruins & Ingapirca Complex

Stop At: Ingapirca Ruins, Ingapirca 030356 Ecuador
8:00 AM The guide will pick you up from your hotel to visit the Cojitambo archaeological complex where you will learn about the architectural techniques of the Cañaris, this is one of the best natural viewpoints to enjoy the city of Azogues, capital of the province of Cañar. Also you´ll visit Ingapirca is the most important Archaeological Complex in Ecuador, here the tour guide will explain about the Cañari and Incan cultures and you will see the unique Elliptical Temple which was in the Tahuantinsuyo.


Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Cajas National Park + Baños (Cuenca)

Stop At: El Cajas National Park, Cuenca 010219 Ecuador
08:00 AM - The guide will pick you up from the hotel, you´ll go until Cajas National Park, during this tour you’ll visit two altitude levels within the park. In the middle part (3,960 meters), you will walk around the 2½ hours in the Toreadora area. The trek will give you the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful sceneries. Visiting Llaviuco (3150 meters), located in the lower part of the park, this area is part of a different ecosystem known as montage primary forest. Here you’ll walk around the lake for about ½ hour.

Then you´ll have a lunch and go to Baños de Cuenca to enjoying and relaxing in the hot spring, sauna and turkish bath. (Extra fee - Massages Session)

5:00 PM - Return to Cuenca or ends with a transfer to Guayaquil City (Consult extra charges for this extension).

Duration: 9 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 08:00 AM
Duration: 3 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up at hotels or apartment

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Bilingual guide
• Private transportation
• 3x Lunch
• Entry/Admission - El Cajas National Park

Not Included

• Entrance fee to Ingapirca Complex
• Drinks
• Tips

Facilities