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Tourists and a local spiner in Ingapirca ruins
Cañari woman
Inca Face
Candongas earrings
Templo del sol

Cultural Tour Ingapirca Ruins + Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca

By Polylepis Tours
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $60 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Enjoy a special tour that complements archaeology and history at the Ingapirca archaeological complex located in the province of Cañar with a visit to artisan workshops in the Azuay cantons of Gualaceo and Chordeleg.
This adventure has been designed for all types of tourists since the activities require little physical effort and allow you to enjoy beautiful landscapes and also learn about gastronomy, culture and crafts such as filigree jewelry and 100% handmade textiles.

Activity location

  • Parroquia de Ingapirca
    • Ingapirca, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Parroquia de Ingapirca
    • Ingapirca, Ecuador

Check availability

Group tour without lunch
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Group Tour without Lunch: Perfect option for people who prefer to bring their own food.
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$59.99 x 2 Adults$119.98
Total
Price is $119.98
Until Fri, May 2
Group tour with local lunch
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Perfect option for people who like to eat in a local restaurant.
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$69.99 x 2 Adults$139.98
Total
Price is $139.98
Until Fri, May 2
Private tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Private Tour: Option designed according to your requirements, you decided the pick up time and other details.
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$109.99 x 1 Adult$109.99
Total
Price is $109.99
Until Fri, May 2

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch ( less in the option without lunch)
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by private vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fee to Ingapirca ($2pp)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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

Activity itinerary

Parroquia de Ingapirca
  • 1h 30m
The guide will pick you up from your hotel or airbnb in Cuenca to travel 1:30 hour to the parish of Ingapirca where is located the most important archaeological complex of Ecuador.
Ingapirca Archaeological Complex
  • 1h 30m
Here, 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.
Biblian
  • 2h
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
  • 1h
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
  • 30m
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
  • 30m
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
  • 1h
After visiting the textiles workshop, you will travel back to Cuenca city.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESParroquia de Ingapirca
    • Ingapirca, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEParroquia de Ingapirca
    • Ingapirca, Ecuador

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