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Cuenca Full-Day Tour: Ingapirca Ruins and Artisan Village Exploration
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42 Ratings
Ingapirca
Embark on a full-day adventure in Cuenca, Ecuador, exploring the ancient Ingapirca Ruins and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the Gualaceo artisan village. Discover the rich history and craftsmanship of this fascinating region on a small-group tour.
Embark on a full-day adventure in Cuenca, Ecuador, exploring the ancient Ingapirca Ruins and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the Gualaceo artisan village. Discover the rich history and craftsmanship of this fascinating region on a small-group tour.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Ingapirca Archaeological Complex - Ingapirca is the most important of Ecuador archaeological complex and it’s located 2 hours north of Cuenca.
Your guide will explain about the Cañari and Inca cultures traveling by sectors Cañari-Inca walls and appreciating the unique elliptical temple which was the Tahuantinsuyo. When the wheater is good people…
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Ingapirca Archaeological Complex - Ingapirca is the most important of Ecuador archaeological complex and it’s located 2 hours north of Cuenca.
Your guide will explain about the Cañari and Inca cultures traveling by sectors Cañari-Inca walls and appreciating the unique elliptical temple which was the Tahuantinsuyo. When the wheater is good people can enjoy a beautiful andean scenary. - Ingapirca - After visiting Ingapirca, you will travel 1:30hours to Gualaceo and Chordeleg on the way you will have time for a delicious local lunch.
- Chordeleg - Your guide will take you to the canton of Chordeleg to visit jewelers and handicraft shops.The guide will give you free time to tour the central park.
- Gualaceo - You will visit the central market of Gualaceo to see the stalls selling typical food and products for daily consumption. They will also visit its historic center where its church and colonial-style houses stand out.
- La Casa de la Makana - You will visit the Makanas workshop of the Jimenez family located 8 km from Gualaceo, here you will have a demonstration of the elaboration of shawls in the famous Ikat technique.
- Cuenca - After visiting the textiles workshop, you will travel back to Cuenca city.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch included (option for tour without lunch available)
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch included (option for tour without lunch available)
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Entrance fee to Ingapirca ($2pp)
- Tips
- Drinks
- Entrance fee to Ingapirca ($2pp)
- Tips
Additional Information
Experience a unique tour that combines archaeology and history at the Ingapirca archaeological complex in the province of Cañar, along with visits to artisan workshops in the Azuay cantons of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. This journey is crafted for all tourists, as the activities demand minimal physical exertion, enabling you to appreciate stunning…
Experience a unique tour that combines archaeology and history at the Ingapirca archaeological complex in the province of Cañar, along with visits to artisan workshops in the Azuay cantons of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. This journey is crafted for all tourists, as the activities demand minimal physical exertion, enabling you to appreciate stunning landscapes while exploring gastronomy, culture, and crafts like filigree jewelry and entirely handmade textiles.
- A minimum of 1 person per booking is required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Ingapirca Archaeological Complex
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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Carolina_c
Jun 4, 2024
Knowledgeable, friendly, awesame places to visit. - My guide Wilson was very knowledgeable and friendly. I was happy with the amount of time we took in each of the places we went. Also, the fact that he suggested trying authentic foods/drinks from those places. Beautiful places.
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Timothy_l
Apr 15, 2024
Great day out of Cuenca - Our guide Diago was outstanding. On time, very good driver. Knowledgeable and patient. We could not have asked for anyone better. We really enjoyed all the stops we made and did not feel pressured into buying anything. Lunch was very tasty with local prepared and sourced food.
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Tsl1uk
Apr 14, 2024
Great day out - Diego was a great guide and a really good driver, best we have had in Ecuador. He had great knowledge of his country and history and made the day go along smoothly. We had time for a little shopping and lunch was very good.
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Explore522461
Nov 29, 2023
All day Ingapirca Tour - Our Tour guide was very knowledgeable about all the locations that we went to. The lunch included was delicious. It was a educational, adventurous day. I highly recommend this tour!!
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798martinh798
Oct 15, 2023
Ingapirca Ruins - Absolutely amazing experience and trip.
Diego was a very professional guide, and his knowledge of the Ingapirca Ruins made for an unforgettable trip.
I can highly recommend this trip
& Diego as a guide for anyone visiting the Ingapirca Ruins.
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Ethanmp9985sc
Jun 30, 2023
Great tour guide! - Our guide, Edison, really went the extra mile during the Ingapirca tour. He answered all our questions knowledgeably, and he speaks both Spanish and English.
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Carol_h
Jun 8, 2023
Experience the wonders of the Incas and the Ecuadorian Sierra - This is probably the most interesting, scenic, and value-packed tour we’ve ever taken. We first took it last year when scouting Cuenca as a retirement destination—and I went again yeaterday with my daughter. Both times, Diego was our guide—and he is not only a wealth of information but also a delightful person. I highly recommend this tour and Diego in particular.
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22alexanderw
May 17, 2023
Ingapirca and cultural towns. - The tour was a nicely paced mix of history and culture, with a visit to Ingapirca and cultural villages. Overall a good balance between Incan and Cañaría history and artisan crafts. Diego was a great guide and is very knowledgeable about the region, its history and culture.
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893jillh
Mar 31, 2023
Incredible tour! - Tour was amazing. We had a private tour with Diego. He was SO knowledgeable about every place we went and drove through, from agriculture to geology to history to architecture! It was a wonderful day and we loved being able to see both the ruins and the villages in the same tour. The demonstrations of the jewelry and textile making were fascinating.
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Kpbpinmn
Mar 11, 2023
Eddie is the best! - Eddie was a great tour guide! He is an excellent driver and speaks English well. He has so much knowledge of the history of the Ruins and explained things as we walked along. We had a delicious lunch of Hornados at the market in Gualaceo and visited a family that makes pottery where we watched how it was made. The paintings are beautiful. We were able to shop for items like jewelry, wall hanging ornaments, and artwork, and miniature pottery. In Chorteleg we saw the most jewelry stores in one place than we have ever seen. The prices are very reasonable and, of course, some went home with us. Before we returned to Cuenca, Eddie stopped at a family business that weaves by hand scarves and table runners. We watched a demonstration of how they’re made which was fascinating. The finished product is available to purchase.
I definitely recommend Eddie for any tours you are planning!
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