Guided Tour of Cuenca

Magnificent architecture, cultural diversity, the country's cradle of arts, sciences and literature... Immerse yourself in the incredible city of Cuenca and discover why it's known as the "Athens of Ecuador".

Guided Tour of Cuenca

After hotel pickup, you'll proceed to Cuenca's old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest historic city centers in Ecuador.

Your guided tour begins at the Plaza de San Sebastián, which features the Church of San Sebastián. You will then visit the Museum of Modern Art in the former Casa de la Temperancia, showcasing exhibitions by Ecuadorian and foreign artists.

As you explore, you'll observe daily life at spots like the San Francisco market and the vibrant Plaza de las Flores flower market.

Visit Abdón Calderón Park for views of the Baroque-style Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral, which features a grand gold-leaf altar and pink marble floors from Carrara.

Next, you'll tour a factory producing traditional toquilla straw hats, recognized as a practice of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

You'll then visit the banks of the River Tomebamba, viewing the colonial "hanging houses" and the renowned Puento Roto. The tour concludes at the Turi viewpoint for spectacular views over Cuenca.

After 4 hours of touring, you will be returned to your hotel.