Ingapirca Archaeological and Gualaceo & Chordeleg Tour from Cuenca
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Cuenca
Discover the ancient Incan culture at Ingapirca archaeological complex and explore traditional markets in Gualaceo and Chordeleg. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and local craftsmanship on this 8-hour tour from Cuenca.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cuenca - The guide will pick you up from your hotel or AirBnB, to travel to Ingapirca with a short stop on the way to learn about the way to cook traditional food.
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Ingapirca Ruins - You wiil reach one of the best preserved archaeological sites in Ecuador and South America, Ingpairca of Cañar, which is located in the parish of Ingapirca part of a mountain located in the Andean paramo.
Also you will have time to visit the majestic Incan Face, located only 15 minutes away from the complex. - Chordeleg - In Chordeleg, you will be able to visit several of the jewelers of the place, this place is very famous for the elaboration of jewels in addition to having a beautiful colonial-style architecture in its central square.
- Gualaceo - Gualaceo is the second most important canton of the province of Azuay after Cuenca, in this place you will visit the central market where depending on the day you can see people selling different products, among the most important the pork prepared in the oven, then You will walk through the central park of Gualaceo and in the final part you will visit the Makanas workshop of the Jimenez family who will offer us a demonstration of how they weave shawls with the ancestral technique of Ikat. Finally return to Cuenca.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch included (option available without lunch)
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Tips
Additional Information
Embark on an 8-hour journey to explore Ingapirca, the most renowned archaeological site in Ecuador. A dream day for history and culture enthusiasts, providing a detailed exploration of both ancient and modern Incan culture. Next, experience the local markets in Gualaceo and Chordeleg, and observe the craftsmen there, possibly buying a few memorabilia. Lastly, witness a live show at a makana workshop, showcasing the age-old method of weaving.
- Infant meals not included
- A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
Location
Cuenca
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Carol_h
Dec 24, 2023
Adult kids loved this tour - We live in Cuenca and have done this all-day tour three times, so we sent our three adult children (visiting for Christmas) on it. They loved it!
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