Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Cuenca on a day tour of Chordeleg and Gualaceo. Discover exquisite handicrafts, vibrant markets, and stunning jewelry creations.
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Cuenca on a day tour of Chordeleg and Gualaceo. Discover exquisite handicrafts, vibrant markets, and stunning jewelry creations.
- Cuenca - In the morning your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cuenca and then your tour will begin.
- San Bartolome - the tour begins with a transfer to the town of San Bartolome where you visit its church, central park, a typical house of the area and its gardens with medicinal plants. Here you can taste a cup of coffee or aromatic…
- Cuenca - In the morning your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cuenca and then your tour will begin.
- San Bartolome - the tour begins with a transfer to the town of San Bartolome where you visit its church, central park, a typical house of the area and its gardens with medicinal plants. Here you can taste a cup of coffee or aromatic waters, accompanied by the “delicates”, a bread made from brown sugar. During this tour you observe the production of straw hats and you visit a small workshop of guitars.
- Parque Chordeleg - You will visit the chordeleg, very famous for its crafts and for making gold and silver jewelry, we will visit the park and various places to appreciate more of the products of the area.
- Gualaceo - the tour begins with a transfer to the town of San Bartolome where you visit its church, central park, a typical house of the area and its gardens with medicinal plants. Here you can taste a cup of coffee or aromatic waters, accompanied by the “delicates”, a bread made from brown sugar. During this tour you observe the production of straw hats and you visit a small workshop of guitars.
the tour begins with a transfer to the town of San Bartolome where you visit its church, central park, a typical house of the area and its gardens with medicinal plants. Here you can taste a cup of coffee or aromatic waters, accompanied by the “delicates”, a bread made from brown sugar. During this tour you observe the production of straw hats and you visit a small workshop of guitars.
Continuing with the tour, you will go to the canton of Gualaceo, where you will visit two markets: fruit and typical food. You will have lunch in a beautiful old hacienda. The tour ends with a visit to a craft workshop where they make the famous “Macanas” or shawls, typical dress “Chola Cuencana”. Artisans will explain the process of making these beautiful and unique fabrics.
Return to Cuenca.
- Certified bilingual tour guide
- Lunch
- Transportation
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Certified bilingual tour guide
- Lunch
- Transportation
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- drinks
- Entrance fees
- Everything not specified
- drinks
- Entrance fees
- Everything not specified
Enjoy a day tour of Chordeleg and Gualaceo. Gualaceo is situated 35 kilometers from Cuenca, the provincial capital. Its strategic location makes it a key communication hub for eastern Ecuador. The town thrives on agriculture, handicrafts, and tourism. Chordeleg, a canton in Azuay province, is renowned for its crafts, including ceramics, hand embroidery,…
Enjoy a day tour of Chordeleg and Gualaceo. Gualaceo is situated 35 kilometers from Cuenca, the provincial capital. Its strategic location makes it a key communication hub for eastern Ecuador. The town thrives on agriculture, handicrafts, and tourism. Chordeleg, a canton in Azuay province, is renowned for its crafts, including ceramics, hand embroidery, and jewelry. The town boasts numerous jewelry stores showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of its residents.
Recommendations:
Wear comfortable closed shoes for walking. Opt for light clothing as Gualaceo has a warm climate. Don’t forget sunscreen, a windbreaker, hat, sunglasses, and water. Bring cash for purchases and additional expenses.
- Dress code is sportswear
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Note: Friday and Sunday are days of fair and markets
- Recommendations for tourists: Wear comfortable walking shoes closed. Light clothes not very warm. Gualaceo is an area of warm weather. Sunscreen, windbreaker, hat, sunglasses. Drinks: Bottled water, juices. Cash for shopping Chordeleg and extra consumption.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.