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Top 5 Rail Tours in Cuenca, Azuay Province
Writers and poets have long flourished in arts-oriented Cuenca, the country's third-largest city and the capital of the Azuay province. Cafes and galleries are tucked among the narrow cobblestone streets. The main plaza hosts both the old cathedral, started in 1557, the year the city was founded, and the blue-domed Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, dating to 1885. Locally made Panama hats get top billing at the markets, with centrally located Casa de la Mujer a shopping standout.
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1. Full-Day Devil's Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins Tour from Cuenca
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 59 reviews
The train company is temporarily nor operating. As an alternative we are offering a hiking and/or biking activity in the area. We will also include a visit to the Ingapirca ruins Friday through Sunday.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Licensed tour Guide/Driver, Transportation, Lunch in local restaurant (If option selected), All taxes, handling charges
Exclusions: Entrance fee to Ingapirca $2 each, Gratuities, Bike rental $8 p.p
Reviewed By julieb1954
Best trip to the airport EVER! My driver, Wilson, was not only an excellant, thoughtful driver, he is an experienced tour guide. He pointed out geographical features throughout the trip. I learned a great deal about beautiful Ecuador. Thank you!
2. Ecuador in 9 Days
Discover Ecuador in 9 days, you will visit interesting places, and enjoy the de Ecuadorian history, fauna and flora. Program includes: • transfers • Accommodation in first class hotels. • Private Land Transportation • daily breakfast • Detailed supply in the itinerary • Tickets per itinerary • Service and personal assistance • Taxes
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions:
Reviewed By SkiDocEdzell
Local guide with good English. Good factual information on main sites of interest. Had driver in private car, which, given the horrendous traffic gridlock and lack of parking in Quito old town, was essential! Felt rushed though, with request for coffee stop after 2 hours, dismissed.
3. 5 Days Cotopaxi, Devil´s Nose - Cuenca & Guayaquil ( Devil´s Nose Route 12km)
Travel from the Andes Mountains to the coast in just five days, stop by amazing historical buildings, inca ruins, national park, get on board of the magical train to drive along the devils nose. A full package of everything that is a must see in Ecuador.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Private transportation, English speaking guide
Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Personal and health insurance
Reviewed By bfexcell
After many phone call and a email confirmation sent by Pierre that Blue Spirit will refund our travel agency ... nothing was sent . Pierre is a real danger !!! I can send emails received from Pierre. After a cancellation of the cruise by Blue Spirit ... only one month before departure and during peak season ... our VIP clients could not cruise on the boat ... Pierre after many e-mails and Phone calls organized a “land cruise” he agreed to send us send us back a refund of 5.000USD : difference between the initial cruise booked and the hotel and day cruises on a regular and crowded boat. We are a very well known Travel agency dealing with upscale clientele... we won’t let him doing business without taking care of his clients!! Bernard
4. 4-day Avenida de los volcanes Quito - Alausi and Cuenca Train
This is a magnific route through ecuatorian Andes, which will offer you inspiring and hypnotic landscapes along this route. On the second day, you will take the train towards the so praised route Alausi-Sibambe-Alausi, we will visit the worldwide known Evil´s Nouse (Nariz del Diablo). We will continue our adventure at Ingapirca Ruins, the most important precolombin archeological site in Ecuador. We will end our tour visiting the wonderful city of Cuenca, one of the charmest cities in the country, formed by stoned streets, antique cathedrals and a lot of history. Our service is based on superior cathegory hotels
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation, Train tickets, transport and touristic guide.
Exclusions: Lunches and dinners, entrance to Ingapirca, air ticket Cuenca - Quito, tips, personal expenses, No additional expenses not specified as included
5. 10 days True Ecuador Experience
Discover the TRUE ECUADOR EXPERIENCE traveling through the Avenue of Volcanoes in the high Andes Mountains towards the best tropical Amazon destinations and explore the outdoor town of Baños, the UNESCO classified city of Cuenca and the local indigenous market in Otavalo. On your journey, you will learn about all the different local tribes and their cultures. The True Ecuador Experience trip is the perfect combination of cultural experiences, wildlife spotting, adventurous activities and natural wonders that make Ecuador one of the most mega-diverse countries on earth. Discover the beauty of Ecuador!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Activties: Hiking, Trekking, Bird watching, Canoeing, Chocolate making, Private certified national guide and local guides., Transportation: Private and comfortable 4WD or van, train, and canoe.
Exclusions: Travel insurance (mandatory), Extra meals, Tips for guide, Additional beverages
Reviewed By coenh805
I had an amazing time in Ecuador. From the bus tours with Wilson, to the adventures in the jungle and the beautiful city Quito. All of this was amazing especially since the employees of Ecuatraveling are very nice people! And are capable to give you the opportunity to enjoy such a beautiful country as Ecuador to the fullest! Hopefully I get invited to Pablo’s wedding to meet these people again! :)
