Full-Day Cajas N. Park and Cuenca CityTour

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El Barranco -Cuenca — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tomebamba river — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You visit the Cajas National Park, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural places of Ecuador with more than 200 glacial lakes and a range of alternatives for hiking for everyone to enjoy the scenery of the Andean highlands. Then you will visit the city of Cuenca, considered the most beautiful city of Ecuador and one the most beautiful cities in South America.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Polylepis Tours

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–78 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Lunch ( less in the option without lunch)

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Tips
Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

El Cajas National Park

3 hours

Start this day with a walk through one of the most beautiful national parks of Ecuador, Cajas National Park, admiring some of the gaps and knowing closely the spectacular flora of this ecosystem. We will hike 2:00 hours approximately.
Cuenca

30 min

Lunch in a local restaurant to try ecuadorian food.
Mirador de Turi

15 min

The guide will take you to Turi viewpoint from where you will have a beautiful view of Cuenca city.
Cuenca

3 hours

After visiting the park we proceed to Cuenca. In this city tour our guide will talk about the history of this city, visiting churches such as Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción (New Cathedral) and La Iglesia del Carmen. We will walk in very beautiful and traditional neighborhoods of the city such as the neighborhood of the La Cruz del Vado, a site where a lot of houses have a different architectural style and have a nice view of the Tomebamba River. Enjoy also a walk through the Mercado 10 de Agosto appreciating the colorful fruits mixed and the colors of the clothing of Cholas Cuencanas). Also you will visit one of the Panama Hats factory to know the most important details about this special accesory made only in Ecuador.

The tour ends with your hotel drop-off.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel San Pablo
Valgus Hotel & Centro De Negocios
Hostal Villa Del Rosario
Hotel Apartamentos Otorongo
SA Hotel
Hotel Patrimonio
Rione Hotel Boutique
Hotel Los Balcones
Hotel Victoria
Hostal Kolibri
Hosteria Caballo Campana
Oro Verde Cuenca

and 50 more pickup points

Pick up at hotels or apartment

Using your ticket

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

Group tour with local lunch

Tour with lunch: Perfect option for people who want to try homemade food in a local restaurant.

Pickup included
Private tour

Special tour designed according to your requirements, you decided the pick up time, and include entrance fee and lunch .

Pickup included
Group tour without lunch

Tour without lunch: Perfect option for people who prefer to bring their own food.

Pickup included