Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Polylepis Tours

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Local Snack ( Herrerias street)

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

Stop 1

20 min

On this tour, you will be able to visit the Central Park where the city of Cuencan was founded on April 12, 1557.
La Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Cuenca

15 min

You will visit the largest church in Ecuador with its imposing architecture.
Mercado 10 De Agosto

15 min

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

20 min

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

10 min

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

15 min

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

15 min

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.
Calle Santa Ana

10 min

You will walk through this pedestrian street, the first one built by the Spanish.
Iglesia de El Vergel

20 min

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.
Mirador de Turi

30 min

You will visit the most important viewpoint in Cuenca, from where you will see almost the entire city.
El Barranco del Rio Tomebamba

30 min

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.
El Puente Roto

15 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique
Hotel San Pablo
Valgus Hotel & Centro De Negocios
Hotel Emperador
Hostal Villa Del Rosario
Hotel Apartamentos Otorongo
SA Hotel
Hotel Patrimonio
San Jose Hospedaje
Rione Hotel Boutique
Hotel Los Balcones
Hotel Victoria

and 57 more pickup points

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

Using your ticket

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

Group tour

Option that includes more people.

Pickup included
Walking City Tour

Walking City Tour/ 3 hours: For people who wish to explore the most important of the city's historic center on foot. /Metting point Church san Sebastian

Pickup included
Cuenca City tour by night

Group Tour: Option of 3 hours tour to discover Cuenca by night to admire its iluminated landmarks and colorful neighborhoods.

Pickup included
Private tour

Option that let you organize the visit according to your requirements.

Pickup included