Private Cuenca City Half Day Tour with Typical Lunch

Cuenca is a sizeable Ecuadorian city located in the Southern Andean region of the country. This city offers an astounding variety of art, culturally rich traditions, monumental architectural gems and exceptional cuisine. Located in the heart of the city, El Mercado’s menu centers around locally-sourced seasonal products prepared using traditional Ecuadorian techniques. A visit to Parque Abdon Calderon is a must, in the center of the city. As well as being a lovely place to relax for a while, you can also visit the new cathedral flanking the square. Enjoy this half day tour of the city of Cuenca that includes a typical lunch.

Itinerary

1. Cuenca · 3 h

   The visit to the beautiful city of Cuenca includes places such as picturesque and traditional San Sebastián neighborhood, the Museum of Modern Art, the beautiful Plaza de las Flores, and its traditional Central Park called “Parque Calderón” surrounded by important and beautiful buildings such as the Cathedral of the Sagrario (Old Cathedral), Immaculate Cathedral Concepción (New Cathedral) considered the largest in Latin America, The Court of Justice, and other buildings of a French republican style. Also included is a visit to Homero Ortega's famous Toquilla Straw Hat Factory, where you can see the making of the finest hats. In addition, we will observe the “Barranco” where traditional and modern architecture combines with the natural environment on the banks of the Tomebamba River.

2. Mirador de Turi · 1 h

   Finally we arrive at the "Mirador de Turi" from where you can see the landscape of a valley full of red roofs and blue domes framed by imposing mountains. The tour ends once our guide drops the passengers at the Restaurant for LUNCH. After the tour, passengers must return to the hotel on their own.

What's included

• Lunch
• Hotel pickup
• certified bilingual tour guide

What's not included

• Hotel drop-off
• Drinks
• Entrance fees
• Tips

Start time

09:00

Languages

In-person guide: English, Spanish

Travellers

• Child (3–11)
• Adult (12–90)

Options

• Private Cuenca City Half Day Tour with Typical Lunchfrom €39.84

  Pickup included

  Start time: 09:00

  In-person guide: Spanish, English

Additional information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Recommendations: Use comfortable shoes, sun block, warm clothes.
• Take cash with you to pay tickets

Cancellation policy

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