Top Cuenca Tours & Sightseeing

Take a thrilling journey through the Andes on the Devil's Nose Train on this full-day tour from Cuenca. Marvel at the wild mountain scenery, the option to tuck into a delicious Ecuadorian lunch, and explore the ancient Inca ruins of Ingapirca. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Experience the Devil's Nose and more on a small-group tour from Cuenca. Forget unreliable public transit and get to Alausi faster in private transportation, leaving you with more time to explore the small town at your own pace. After the two and a half hour ride along the Devil’s Nose, take in a traditional dance performance and visit the remote Biblian Church before returning to Cuenca.

Early morning pickup from your Cuenca hotel takes you to the Andean town of Alausí.  Explore the area independently, then follow your guide to two and a half hour Nariz del Diablo (Devil’s Nose) train ride. Next, visit the Ingapirca Complex at your own pace while your guide narrates. In just 11 hours you’ll experience three of the country’s most loved and most isolated attractions.

Cuenca, with its museums, markets, sunny squares, and historic buildings, is Ecuador’s most beautiful colonial city. With this half-day tour, work with your own private guide to personalize your itinerary, prioritizing the sites you most want to see and skipping those you don’t. Choose a departure time that works best for you.

Turn your transfer from Cuenca to Guayaquil into an adventure on a 6- to 8-hour tour. The journey conveniently begins and ends at your accommodation, so there’s no need to haul your suitcases across either city. On your way to the coast, stop at the UNESCO listed Cajas National Park where you can enjoy an optional hike through the Polylepis Forest. Lunch is offered, followed by a visit to a family owned cocoa plantation.

Travel back in time to the days of the Incan Empire on an 8-hour small-group tour to Ingapirca. Visit the Rocio Virgin Church, then enjoy a Panama hat weaving demonstration at the home of an indigenous family. Continue with a scenic drive through the Andean highlands, then explore the extensive archaeological complex, including the elliptical Temple of the Sun. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant, then return to Cuenca.

Cuenca SurEste bus de dos pisos panorámico recorre los lugares turísticos más importantes de la ciudad de Cuenca, el recorrido está dirigido por un guía profesional bilingüe (español-ingles) el mismo que los ayudara a explicar e informar sobre la historia y tradiciones de la ciudad.Este servicio funciona la modalidad "HOP ON HOP OFF" en donde podrás bajar y subir en paradas determinadas, el ticket tiene una duración de 24 horas, en este recorrido visitamos el mirador de Turi. Desde el bus puedes apreciar los tejados, balcones, jardines, museos, iglesias, monumentos y de más lugares turísticos de la ciudad de Cuenca de una manera diferente. Si visitas Cuenca, Atenas del Ecuador, no puedes dejar de visitar el bus panorámico de dos pisos, es una sensación única.

This is a great option for visitors of Cuenca who want a day tour to the surroundings. In this case, we go south. We go from Cuenca to the town of Giron, the trip itself is an adventure with lots of landscapes. A few minutes from the town, a huge waterfall is located. We will walk to the waterfall area and have excellent phone opportunities. There are also many extreme activity options in case participants of this tour want to enjoy them (this is a flexible tour, it can be peaceful, nature fresh air breathing or it can be more adventurous with lots of adrenaline. After that, we will head to the Busa lake and walk around it with spectacular landscapes and great food options for all tastes.

This tour allows us to know in a synthesized way the most important places of the archaeological and cultural offer of the provinces of Azuay and Cañar; our first stop is in the archaeological complex of Ingapirca, where our guides travel through the history of local aboriginal cultures and the expansion of the Incas in the territory corresponding to Ecuador. On this journey you can taste the typical gastronomic offer of the region (Biblián).We continue our tour to Gualaceo and Chordeleg. Places where the craft activity stands out. In Chordeleg we will visit the jewelry made in gold and silver with the technique of filigree, here our visitors will have the opportunity to have free time to know the town and visit the jewelers and craft shops in the area; To finish our tour we visit the House of Makanas.

Cajas National Park, with its 200 glacial lakes and numerous hiking trails, is easily one of the most beautiful places in Ecuador. With this tour, travelers with limited time in Cuenca can still spend a few hours exploring the Andean highlands with two guided hikes through two different forest ecosystems.

See an important side of Ecuador on a full-day tour to Alausi and the Ingapirca ruins. Skip crowded public buses and enjoy private transportation from your Cuenca hotel to Alausi. After exploring the city center independently, spend two and a half hours on board the Devil’s Nose train and take in the Ecuadorian scenery. Then, explore the archaeological complex of Ingapirca before returning to your hotel.

The Ingapirca ruins, the most important archaeological site in Ecuador, lie to the north of Cuenca, considered Ecuador’s most beautiful city. See them both with this full-day tour. Tour Ingapirca Archaeological Site to learn about ancient Incan and Canari civilizations, then head to historic Cuenca for a city tour to the most important landmarks and attractions. You’ll also have time for a walk through the colorful Mercado 10 de Agosto.

Discover the mountain city of Cuenca on an 8-hour group tour. Starting at a central meeting point, travel by comfortable transportation, which enables you to visit the city’s top attractions. Visit Cruz del Vado, Mercado de San Francisco, the Old Cathedral, and more. Along the way, enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian lunch. Complete the tour with a good sense of direction, so you can easily navigate Cuenca on your own.

Ingapirca is the most important archaeological site in Ecuador and a unique example of two cultures in one site. Enjoy the beautiful stone architecture at the site and learn about its Cañari and Inca inhabitants. A short walk reveals a rock formation that resembles an Incan profile and, on Sundays, a local market is visited as well.

On this spectacular four-day tour departing from Cuenca, you will have the opportunity to visit several of Ecuador's tourist attractions, a combination of nature and culture, an ideal tour for people who want to walk along paths with volcanoes, lagoons, waterfalls,  colonial cities, archaeological sites, indigenous markets, etc.We invite you to take this tour and Experience the authentic!Check our tripadvisor photo gallery.ONE WAY: CUENCA - DEVIL'S NOSE TRAIN - BAÑOS - QUILOTOA - COTOPAXI - QUITO

After pickup from your Cuenca hotel, you’ll set off on an 8-hour avian adventure at El Cajas National Park.  From an elevation of 3,800 meters (12,800 ft), you’ll see a long list of endemic birds, including the Tufted Tit Tyrant and Variable Hawk.  Go at a leisurely pace with your private guide to maximize your sightings and enjoy the scenery. Unwind as private transport takes you back to your hotel.

Get ready to explore the ‘Athens of Ecuador’ on this 4-hour city coach tour that showcases the highlights of picturesque Cuenca. Check out architectural masterpieces like the iconic Old and New Cathedrals, and make a quick visit to quaint Calderon Park. Gain a unique understanding of this UNESCO-World Heritage city as your expert guide navigates through its bustling streets on a comfortable tour bus.

Make the most of your visit to Cuenca with a day trip to three important artisan villages of Ecuador. After pickup from your hotel, take in the Andean landscape on your way to Chordeleg and San Bartolomé. You’ll get an immersive look at the craftsmanship that goes into textiles, guitars, and more.  Let your private guide help you decide on what to eat for your included lunch in Gualaceo.

Experience the natural wonders of the Cajas National Park and take in the sights of Cuenca on this full-day tour. Explore the Garden of the Virgin of Cajas, Toreadora Lagoon, and Llaviucu Valley, then admire Cuenca landmarks such as the New Cathedral, Cruz del Vado, and Parque de las Flores. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore Cuenca, one of Ecuador's most beautiful cities, on foot and by vehicle during this half-day guided tour. Highlights include colonial architecture such as wrought iron balconies and carved doors, museums, churches, parks, a flower market, and a world-renowned hat factory where so-called Panama hats are made. Hats can also be purchased and shipped directly to your home address. Finally, enjoy an overview of the city from the Mirador de Turi  viewpoint.

On this tour you can enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Cajas N.P. in a walk of at least 3 hours, after which we relax in the thermal baths of the Baños parish. An experience that you will love.

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Experience the best of Ecuadorian nature on an eight-hour trip to Cajas National Park.  Avoid the stress and confusion of public buses with pickup and drop-off from your Cuenca hotel. Spend three hours exploring the Toreadora area of the park at a leisurely pace with your guide.  Break for an lunch at a local restaurant, then visit a different ecosystem during a walk around the lake.

The Nariz del Diablo (Devil’s Nose) Train ranks as one of Ecuador’s most scenic and historically significant excursions. During this tour, enjoy the convenience of a private guide and driver as you make your way from Cuenca to the train station in Alausi for the round-trip journey. You’ll have plenty of time for a walking tour of Alausi and an Ecuadorian lunch at your own expense.