Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, history, and culture on a private day tour of Cuenca and Cajas. Explore unique forests, indulge in local cuisine, and discover fascinating heritage sites.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, history, and culture on a private day tour of Cuenca and Cajas. Explore unique forests, indulge in local cuisine, and discover fascinating heritage sites.
- Cuenca - Guests will be picked up from their starting point or accommodation in Cuenca and transported to Cajas National Park.
- El Cajas National Park - Upon arrival at Cajas National Park, visitors will explore the Toreadora station (elevation: 3900 m.a.s.l). A leisurely walk through the park’s flat area will follow, lasting approximately 1…
- Cuenca - Guests will be picked up from their starting point or accommodation in Cuenca and transported to Cajas National Park.
- El Cajas National Park - Upon arrival at Cajas National Park, visitors will explore the Toreadora station (elevation: 3900 m.a.s.l). A leisurely walk through the park’s flat area will follow, lasting approximately 1 hour. After visiting “Tres Cruces,” guests will be driven to the Toreadora Lagoon to visit the Interpretation Center. The journey continues with a walk to the Polylepis Forest.
- El Cajas National Park - A break will be taken to enjoy a hot chocolate, tea, or coffee with sweet bread to recharge.
- Cuenca - The tour returns to Cuenca to experience the city’s rich heritage and culture.
- Cuenca - A visit to the lookout in Libertad Park includes an elevator ride to the top floor for stunning views of downtown Cuenca.
- Cuenca - A second stop offers a traditional pork sandwich with juice in downtown Cuenca. Vegetarian or vegan guests can opt for a mushroom sandwich.
- Cuenca - The next destination is the Panama Hat Museum, followed by a visit to Puente Roto in downtown Cuenca.
- Cuenca - The final stop is Turi, where visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the city from the tourist viewpoint.
- Snacks
- Snacks
Experience intimacy within a small group, receive personalized care, and explore the best locales; our tour covers food, scenic views, nature, history, heritage, and culture in a homely and hospitable setting, making it feel like a family outing.
The tour begins with a journey through the highlands, walking amidst moorland ecosystems of wetlands and…
Experience intimacy within a small group, receive personalized care, and explore the best locales; our tour covers food, scenic views, nature, history, heritage, and culture in a homely and hospitable setting, making it feel like a family outing.
The tour begins with a journey through the highlands, walking amidst moorland ecosystems of wetlands and lakes until we reach the unique forest of Polylepis trees. These trees, which grow at the highest altitudes globally, are indigenous to South America. We end the day with hot chocolate and sweet bread at a charming hostelry in Cajas before returning to Cuenca.
As we satiate your hunger and quench your cultural thirst, this excursion is a brilliant opportunity to witness the amalgamation of nature, landscapes, culture, architecture, and heritage. The highlights include Sanduche de pernil, tamales, empanadas, and traditional drinks like morocho and coconut juice. During our journey, we will visit the ruins of Todos Los Santos, the Broken Bridge, and other
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.
