Chordeleg and Gualaceo Full Day Tour from Cuenca (SHARED)

Direct access to family workshops: You’ll visit not only shops but also workshops where artisans demonstrate ancestral techniques in person (guitar making, filigree jewelry, miniature pottery, and Ikat weaving for macanas).

Encounter with living culture: You’ll interact directly with the Cholas Cuencanas and witness how they weave toquilla straw hats as part of their daily lives.

Authentic culinary experience: Includes a visit to a local market in Gualaceo with the opportunity to sample traditional dishes such as chancho hornado and llapingachos.

Flexibility through private tours: Offers the option to customize the final leg of the tour by choosing between traditional textile art or a visit to Ecuagenera, the country’s largest orchid garden.

Itinerary

1. Via San Bartolome, Ecuador · 1 h

   Visit an artisan workshop to observe the traditional crafting of acoustic guitars and learn about local customs.

2. Chordeleg · 2 h

   A tour of filigree jewelry (gold/silver) and miniature ceramics workshops, followed by free time in the central park for shopping. (Along the way, you’ll see the Cholas Cuencanas weaving toquilla straw hats.)

3. Gualaceo · 2 h

   Visit to the local market with the option to sample chancho hornado with llapingachos, followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

What's included

• Professional guide
• Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

What's not included

• Food and drinks

Languages

In-person guide: English, Spanish

Travellers

• Adult (11–99)

Options

• GENERAL

  Pickup included

  In-person guide: Spanish, English

Additional information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code is smart casual
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

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