Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

4.9
(11 reviews)

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

Discover the beauty of Cuenca, considered one of the most picturesque cities in South America, on a guided 4-hour tour of the city including neighborhoods, markets, churches and museums. Hotel pickup and drop-off.

What's Included

Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Local Snack ( Herrerias street)
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

If you will stay in an Airbnb, please provide us the exact address in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    On this tour, you will be able to visit the Central Park where the city of Cuencan was founded on April 12, 1557.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    La Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Cuenca

    You will visit the largest church in Ecuador with its imposing architecture.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will visit the 10 de Agosto market, the most beautiful and colorful in the historic center of Cuenca.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    You will visit the toquilla straw hat factory where you will learn about the elaboration of the most important handicraft in Ecuador.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    You will visit the plaza de las flores located next to the religious complex of Carmen del Asuncion.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    You will visit one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Cuenca, the Cruz del Vado with a very particular architecture.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    You will visit one of the most picturesque buildings in the city of Cuenca, located in front of the central park and from where you can see the domes of the new cathedral.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    You will walk through this pedestrian street, the first one built by the Spanish.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    You will walk through the El Vergel neighborhood where its main attraction is Calle de las Herrerias, located where the Inca Trail used to pass and today it is a mandatory place to visit for its traditional food restaurants.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    You will visit the most important viewpoint in Cuenca, from where you will see almost the entire city.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    You will walk through the ravine of the Tomebamba river, here you will enjoy the architectural beauty of Cuenca and also its most important river.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12

    This place is very important in Cuenca city, from here you will have a nice view of Tomebamba river and Todos Santos church.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum of 1 adults required
  • Children with minimun an adult required
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Supplied by Polylepis Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
4WD Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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