Full-day Tours in Cuenca
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From USD 45Cuenca Your Way Exclusive Private City Tour
Discover the charm of Cuenca on this private and personalized city tour tailored to your interests. Explore the UNESCO-listed historic center, and visit iconic landmarks like the New Cathedral and artisanal markets. With a local guide, delve into Cuenca’s rich culture, vibrant history, and architectural beauty. Perfect for those seeking a customized and unforgettable experience in Ecuador’s most enchanting city!
From USD 48Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca
Explore the wild beauty of Cajas National Park, one of Ecuador’s most remarkable Andean landscapes. Located just outside Cuenca, this protected area is home to glacial lakes, páramo grasslands, primary cloud forest, and the rare Polylepis Forest, creating an ideal setting for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers. This full-day experience includes a guided hike along scenic trails shaped by mist, mountains, and crystal-clear lagoons, plus time for lunch along the route. Learn about the park’s fragile ecosystems and its importance as a major water source for Cuenca and southern Ecuador while enjoying fresh mountain air, biodiversity, and breathtaking views in a responsible way. - Real hiking experience through cloud forest, páramo, lagoons, and Polylepis Forest - More immersive than a simple viewpoint stop or short roadside walk - Chance to observe llamas, hummingbirds, and unique highland birdlife - Optional lunch featuring fresh trout farmed in the surrounding area
From USD 63Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca
For travelers with limited time, we combine two of the most significant attractions in Cuenca: First, the most important Inca site in Ecuador, and later, two artisan villages where crafts such as ikat weavings, fine filigree jewelry and more are made. Highlights: • Visit the largest Inca archaeological site in Ecuador and the only elliptical temple of the Inca empire. • Get amazing panoramic views of unforgettable Andean landscapes full of contrasts. • Watch locals weave shawls using the unique technique of "Ikat" developed by the Pre-Columbian tribes. • Check out Chordeleg's famous jewelry and ceramics.
From USD 47Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Discover the magic of Cajas National Park, one of the most beautiful places in South America, on a full day tour of approximately 7 hours. Explore and learn about the Andean vegetation. In this spectacular place you can enjoy a lake system that has more than 200 lakes of glacial origin. In addition to the beautiful landscape, you can enjoy the presence of beautiful birds, llamas and alpacas. The park is located 30km west of the city of Cuenca, between 3160 and 4450masl, the surface area of the park is 28544 hectares and the ecosystem known as paramo predominates. Experience the authentic!
From USD 60Cultural Tour Ingapirca Ruins + Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca
Enjoy a special tour that complements archaeology and history at the Ingapirca archaeological complex located in the province of Cañar with a visit to artisan workshops in the Azuay cantons of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. This adventure has been designed for all types of tourists since the activities require little physical effort and allow you to enjoy beautiful landscapes and also learn about gastronomy, culture and crafts such as filigree jewelry and 100% handmade textiles.
From USD 54Ingapirca Ruins & Inca mountain face tour from Cuenca with Small Group
Ingapirca is the major Inca-Cañari archaeological site in Ecuador. Explore the ruins, including the only elliptical temple of the sun made of perfectly carved stones, terraces, patios, etc. On Sundays, we include a visit to the Indigenous Cañar Market. Highlights: • Visit the largest archaeological Inca site in Ecuador and the only elliptical temple of the Inca empire • Enjoy the beauty of the Ecuadorian Andes while you drive through the fertile ranchland of the countryside. • Visit the Cañar Market and immerse yourself in the traditions of the local indigenous tribes (Sundays) • See how the famous Panama Hats are woven
From USD 54Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from Cuenca
Ingapirca is the most important archaeological complex in Ecuador, once there you will learn about the Cañari and Incan cultures and the different methods of construction that date back to 500 years ago!. Also in this nice tour you will visit the Incan face mountain, an interesting spot wich is located 20min away from the complex .Additionally on this tour you will visit a magnificent church of Biblian located into a cliff of a sacred cañari mountain from where you will enjoy a fantastic view of Biblian town and the andes scenery.
From USD 52Archaeological Ruins and Ingapirca and Gualaceo and Chordeleg 360
Explore the centuries-old traces of the cultures that forged Ecuador in a unique and comprehensive tour. This tour takes you through breathtaking archaeological sites full of history, traditions and amazing scenery. Immerse yourself in ancient civilizations, learn about their mysteries and marvel at the cultural and natural richness that these places offer.
From USD 55Ultimate Cajas National Park Full-Day Adventure with Local Expert
Embark on an exclusive small-group hiking adventure in Cajas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity. Begin your journey at the continental divide, where waters flow toward both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, offering a unique geographical perspective. Proceed to the Toreadora Refuge, situated amidst the park's highlands, and traverse trails that wind through a mesmerizing tapestry of glacial lakes and the rare Polylepis Forest, home to some of the world's highest-altitude tree species. Conclude your exploration in the serene Llaviuco montane forest, immersing yourself in its tranquil beauty during a second invigorating hike. This meticulously crafted tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience the diverse ecosystems of Cajas National Park, ensuring an unforgettable adventure for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.
From USD 45Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
Enjoy a drive among beautiful ranches to reach El Chorro de Giron waterfall where we will hike through the cloud forest. Later we will visit Busa lake where we will do a hike around it.
From USD 55Full Day, Ingapirca Archeological Site and Cuenca City Tour
Join this small-group full day tour to Ingapirca Archaeological complex, the most important archaeological sites in Ecuador. Then you will visit the city of Cuenca, considered the most beautiful city of Ecuador, and one the most beautiful in South America! Enjoyed the cultural heritage site of Cuenca.