Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca

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Itinerario

1. Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through Ecuador's stunning highlands, where breathtaking vistas await at every turn. Our destination? The awe-inspiring Ingapirca, an impressive Inca fortress-temple drenched in history. It's considered to be Ecuador's most significant archaeological site, and it's not hard to understand why. The Inca people's incredible engineering skills and architectural prowess are evident in this site built by sun worshippers.

   1 h

2. Our adventure continues with a picturesque 1.5-hour drive to the charming villages of Gualaceo and Chordeleg, where a delightful traditional lunch at the Arhana Resort awaits. Our set menu includes an appetizer, main course, soft drink, and a small dessert, with vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

   1 h

3. Our next stop is Chordeleg, a town renowned for its talented jewelers and other handicraft shops. Here, you'll have free time for shopping or soak up the town's fascinating ambiance. Whether you're on the hunt for the perfect souvenir or simply looking to explore, this is a great stop.

   45 min

4. In Gualaceo, we'll visit the colonial plaza, you'll immerse yourself in the town's rich history and irresistible charm. Enjoy a coffee, and for the adventurous, try the traditional Rosero drink. It's the perfect way to experience the authentic flavors of Ecuador.

   30 min

5. At our last stop, we'll visit a local family's workshop where you'll get to witness the intricate process of weaving shawls and ponchos on antique looms. Using dyes extracted from plants, this traditional method has been passed down through generations. After a full day, we'll make our way back to Cuenca.

   30 min

Cancellazione

Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima dell’inizio, con rimborso totale.

Recensioni

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• 5Highly Recommend

  Great experience! I was paired up with Eddy for the day , not only was he a pleasure to be with, but he's also extremely knowledgeable about the history and site. I am so glad that I was able to take this tour and would list it as a "Must", when visiting Ecuador.

  kolleenpsettembre 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Educational and fun

  A great experience and a wonderful driver and guide who was very knowledgeable and helpful.

  LKNMOZagosto 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Marvelous Tour

  This was a wonderful tour. Diego not only took us on the tour, but gave us a detailed history of Cuenca and Ecuador in general. He was polite and a wonderful tour guide. This is a tour we will remember forever.

  D7111LTsusanragosto 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Great tour!

  I had an excellent experience doing this tour with Diego. He was right on time to pick me up and drove carefully throughout the day. Along the way and at our stops he answered all of our questions and shared his extensive knowledge of the places we visited. I especially enjoyed learning about Ingapirca. This tour is a great way to see some of the beautiful and interesting areas outside of Cuenca without the hassle of driving or figuring out public transportation. Thank you, Diego!

  F9801ODsarawagosto 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Great tour of Ingapirca!

  Luis is a great guide and we leaned so much about the Canari culture and the Canari and Inca archeological sites during our tour. We highly recommend Luis and this tour!

  anno188agosto 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg Tour

  Xavier is an amazing guide. He provided us with a wealth of information, and he made sure we all understood what was said if someone else spoke in Spanish. He was very kind, professional, well organized, timely, answered all questions, and a pleasure to spend the day with. This was our best tour during our stay in Cuenca, thanks to Xavier. We can't recommend him enough.

  310Lovetotravel2018luglio 2026via Tripadvisor

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How it compares in Cuenca

• Its from-price is 26% below the median of the 123 experiences we list in Cuenca.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 4 of 123.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cuenca

Cuenca is a high Andean city in southern Ecuador, a UNESCO-listed colonial centre with a blue-domed cathedral, flower markets and four rivers.

Cuenca sits at about 2,500 metres in a basin of the southern Andes, and its historic centre is listed by UNESCO. The Tomebamba River runs beside the old quarter, with colonial houses overlooking its banks. The New Cathedral, with its three blue domes, faces Parque Calderón, and the nearby flower market sells roses and orchids. Spanish settlers founded the city in 1557 close to the Inca city of Tomebamba.

Top-ranked sights in Cuenca: Mirador de Turi.

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