Biking Cuenca City Tour

4.9
(15 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Our tour takes you along riverside trails to enjoy nice views and the charming architecture of El "Barranco". We will also explore Pumapungo (Inca site) and the modern area of Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage city on this bike tour on the riverside along charming parks.

What's Included

Hotel pick-up
Licensed bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Helmet
Taxes and surcharges
Rental Bike
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick ups start 20 minutes prior the tour. We will confirm the pick up time after booking.

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Meeting point

San Sebastian Plaza on the corner of Bolivar St and Coronel Talbot St

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This is the old western limit of Cuenca, a great place to start the tour with an interpretation of the city

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This is the most important river in town due to the water supply, we will stop for great picture sports from the river and the famous Barranco with its hanging houses.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Considered the border of the historical town and the modern are, this attraction shows the unique architecture of the XIX century.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Our guide will explain about the stories of Cuenca related to the Tomabamba river. In 1960s the flood of the river destroyed all bridges. They rebuilt all but this one.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Considered the most important museum in town. We will explore the Ethnographic and Archaeological exhibitions and then the in situ archaeological site with its crop terraces.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6

    We will bike by the biggest park in town, you will see a bit of the daily life of Cuencanos as you go.

    5 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Supplied by Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator

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Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Bike Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.9 Based on 15 15 reviews
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