Tours & Activities in Cuenca

Discover the essence of Cuenca, Ecuador, in a mere half-day adventure. Immerse yourself in its history, culture, and scenic beauty for an unforgettable experience.

Explore one of the most spectacular parks in Ecuador on our half-day tour from Cuenca. Hike through the park's grasslands and its landscape surrounded by lakes, paramo vegetation, llamas, ancient Polylepis trees. A great option hikers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Discover the magical Andean wildlife of the Cajas National Park on a small-group or private half-day Ecuadorian journey.

The park is located only 45 minutes from Cuenca. This lagoon system, with over 230 lakes, invites you to enjoy one of the nicest landscapes in South America. There are different ecosystems such as: Andean Mountain forest, Polylepis forest, paramo or grassland. You will have the chance to spot many interesting birds, even the endemic hummingbird of Cajas - the “Violet Throated Metaltail”- one of the most important birds in Ecuador. Also, on this tour you will see the beautiful Tit Like Dacnis, Blue Mantled Thornbill, Stout Billed Cinclodes, Tawny Antpitta, Spectacled Whitestar, Tyrian Metaltail, Gray Breasted Mountain Toucan, Andean Guan, and so much more.

See the most important archaeological complex in Ecuador, Ingapirca. Enjoy the beautiful Andean scenery and learn about the Cañari and Inca cultures as well as different methods of construction, which date back to 500 years ago.

Enjoy a drive among beautiful ranches to reach El Chorro de Giron waterfall where we will hike through the cloud forest. Later we will visit Busa lake where we will do a hike around it.

Explore the History of Cuenca Travel Over UNESCO World Heritage Site from a different Point of view Discover Cuenca and learn about its construction on a guided tour. Admire the incredible views.

A great option to discover the stunning scenery and highlights of the Ecuadorian Andes on our Cuenca to Quito (One way) private 4-day or 5-day tour. Alongside an experienced tour guide, explore top Ecuador's highlights including Cotopaxi volcano, Quilotoa crater lake, Pailon del Diablo waterfall, indigenous markets, and the Ingapirca Inca ruins. Your package is inclusive of accommodation and most meals for a hassle-free experience. Highlights - Enjoy a flexible and perzonalized private tour - Learn about Ecuador's history, culture, nature and geology from your licensed guide. - Optional excursion to Chimborazo, for an added fee. - Upgrade to include accommodation in top hotels.

Relaxing therapies exclusively designed to balance your mind and senses with natural benefits. Unforgettable luxurious and natural underground experience developed with candles and essences.

One of the most outstanding waterfalls in Ecuador is the Girón Waterfalls, within this journey we will admire beautiful valleys with cattle, and you will have the opportunity to taste a delicious yogurt typical to the area, site recognized for contributing much of dairy products to the South of the Ecuador, will also have an encounter with the history of Ecuador during your visit center of Girón and village where can we try a tasty bread known as "achira", produced with a plant typical of the region. Once we arrive to the Girón waterfalls you will enjoy a hike of approximately 30 minutes to reach the first waterfall (Considered the highest waterfall in South America), appreciating some birds and native vegetation of this fantastic place which provides water to Girón. You will also visit and walk around the Sacred Cañari Lagoon of Busa, a place that encloses the mysticism of the Andean cultures, as was the important Cañari culture

Discover the magic of the city of Cuenca. Explore its cobblestone streets and visit its markets, workshops, and traditional neighborhoods. Choose between a morning or evening tour.

Join us on a private tour of the beautiful Llaviucu Lake and Valley! Our guided hike will be along an ancient Inca trail where we will see Lake LLaviucu, the ruins of an abandoned German brewery, and meadows where wild horses and alpacas graze. Many of the sights are beyond the park trail most visited. Normally, we are the only ones in this area, which adds to the charm and enrichment of the experience.

This half day tour will take you to some of the most important places in Cuenca!

Our tour takes you along riverside trails to enjoy nice views and the charming architecture of El "Barranco". We will also explore Pumapungo (Inca site) and the modern area of Cuenca, a UNESCO World Heritage city on this bike tour on the riverside along charming parks.

Cajas National Park is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural places in Ecuador, with more than 200 glacial lakes and a range of alternatives for hiking. Enjoy the scenery of the Andean highlands during this 8-hour guided trip.

Prepare yourself to be amazed! This is a hiking tour of a remote section of the backcountry of Cajas National Park, and we are the only operator that offers it. You will be in awe as you are surrounded by mountains, cliffs, lakes, rivers, grasslands, and unique flora. We will observe different ecological zones as we move through different elevations and landscapes. This tour has been carefully designed to start from the highest elevation in the park, and hike downhill for an easier, more enjoyable experience.

Visit three important towns in the Azuay province: Gualaceo, Chordeleg, and San Bartolomé. Learn about the creation of various local crafts, including guitars, jewelry, and textiles with the help of a bilingual guide.

The park is located only 45 minutes from Cuenca. This lagoon system, with over 230 lakes, invites you to enjoy one of the nicest landscapes in South America. There are different ecosystems such as: Andean Mountain forest, Polylepis forest, paramo or grassland. You will have the chance to spot many interesting birds, even the endemic hummingbird of Cajas - the “Violet Throated Metaltail”- one of the most important birds in Ecuador. Also, on this tour you will see the beautiful Tit Like Dacnis, Blue Mantled Thornbill, Stout Billed Cinclodes, Tawny Antpitta, Spectacled Whitestar, Tyrian Metaltail, Gray Breasted Mountain Toucan, Andean Guan, and so much more.

Learn how to prepare a traditional 3-course Ecuadorian meal with fresh ingredients purchased at a local market.

Cajas National Park is 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. Enjoy the scenery of the Andean Highlands during this private tour designed according to your requirements.

This comprehensive city tour will show you the best that Cuenca has to offer. Travel through the third largest city in Ecuador, visit the new cathedrals, modern arts museum and more on this half day tour.

On this spectacular four-day tour (optional an additional 5th day with an extra charge, to visit Mindo Cloud Forest and the Middle of the World monument at the end), 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 - ALAUSI-CHIMBORAZO - BAÑOS - QUILOTOA - COTOPAXI - QUITO (optional an additional 5th day with an extra charge, to visit Mindo Cloud Forest and the Middle of the World monument at the end is possible)

Learn about the traditional making of authentic Panama hats. Share a delicious traditional lunch at a Community Tourist Center. Enjoy the largest Inca Cañari Archaeological Complex in Ecuador.

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.

Explore Culture and Arquitecture Walk through Its copped "UNESCO World Heritage Stite" streets Discover Its History at Museums See how Its First Wood Burning Oven operates with fresh baked bread daily

We will visit the picturesque craft villages of Gualaceo and Chordeleg, admiring the variety of objects that are made here, such as shawls, pottery and jewelry. After noon visit the city of Cuenca, considered one of the most beautiful cities of Ecuador, and one of the most beautiful cities in South America!

Enjoy the magic of Girón Waterfall and the Busa Lake, sites considered sacred by the Cañari and Inca cultures. Discover the south of the province of Azuay and admire beautiful landscapes.

With more than 1660 species, Ecuador´s avifauna is considered one of best places in the world to practice birdwatching. The high percentage of endemic birds found in both Choco and Tumbesian regions invite birdwatchers to enjoy a really amazing experience in this small country!! Our trips offer the possibility to see around 50 species in only one day, while you visit different ecosystems like: the Cloud Forest, Tropical Forest, Andean Mountain Forest, Andean Dry Forest, etc. In our daily tours in the south of Ecuador, you will have the chance to spot some of the Southern Endemic birds.

Visit the 16th Century Ingapirca Ruins, the largest Inca archaeological site in Ecuador. See the Temple of the Sun and visit the Cañar market (Sundays) on this day trip from Cuenca.

The Inca Trail is by far the most famous trek in South America. Our tour takes you to the Ecuador's Major Inca Trail, in just 6 miles (10km) we combine beautiful mountain scenery and the stunning mix of Inca paving stones.  Highlights: • Hike a portion of one of the most famous Inca trails and enjoy the pristine Ecuadorian paramo.  • Visit the largest Inca archaeological site in Ecuador and the only elliptical temple in the Inca empire • Enjoy the beauty of the Ecuadorian Andes while you drive through the fertile ranchland of the countryside.