Day Trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo + Chordeleg From Cuenca

Xavier was excellent, providing a lot of information in a short amount of time.

Josue

If you're in Cuenca, don't miss out on this day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg to see the Inca ruins, handicrafts, and many traditions!

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Lunch (depending on selection)

Not included

Admissions to sites mentioned: 2USD per person

When to book

You can book up to 8 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the day of the activity. If you cancel 24 hours before the activity starts, we will refund you 50%. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

9.8

Exceptional 119 Travelers·11 reviews

August 27, 2026
Josue
Charlotte, United States
Xavier was excellent, providing a lot of information in a short amount of time.
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July 28, 2026
Rafael Luis
Tallinn, Estonia
Cristian, our guide, is excellent. You can tell he loves his job, and it's a pleasure to listen to him explain anything, from crafts to archaeological...
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January 26, 2024
Alessandro Mancinella
Stuttgart, Germany
A very enjoyable trip with a professional guide. We had a fantastic trip and found out in detail so many and important things about Ingapirca. The s...
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April 21, 2025
Pablo
Alcorcón, Spain
Wilson accompanied us throughout the day, and we learned a lot about the Incas and the Cañar province in Ecuador. He speaks in a friendly and accessib...
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April 16, 2025
Silvia Rodríguez Calvo
Móstoles, Spain
Everything was great. We loved it. The guide was phenomenal.
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February 22, 2025
Yolanda Delma
Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Nice experience
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July 16, 2024
Walter
Ponce, United States
Excellent ! The guide Christian is excellent. And totally bilingual.
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December 29, 2023
Fanny
Norway
Very good guide, Mr. Enrique. He made the trip very enjoyable with all his stories; beautiful landscapes, and places worth visiting, especially Ingapi...
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October 22, 2023
Hazel Pacheco
Panama, Panama
The activity was spectacular, Mr. Wilson was an excellent guide, very attentive and full of knowledge.
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If you're in Cuenca, don't miss out on this day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg to see the Inca ruins, handicrafts, and many traditions!

Description

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Cuenca at the scheduled time to kick off this exciting day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg. Are you prepared to uncover Inca ruins and explore charming villages nestled in the heart of Ecuador?

Our journey through the Ecuadorian highlands will begin with breathtaking views along the way. After approximately an hour and 15 minutes, we'll reach Ingapirca, which stands as Ecuador's most significant Inca archaeological site. Here, we'll embark on a guided tour of the early 16th-century citadel and catch a glimpse of the revered Temple of the Sun.

We'll pause for a lunch break where you can enjoy lunch at any of the local restaurants nearby. Reenergized and ready to explore more, we'll set off for Gualaceo and Chordeleg, two renowned villages celebrated for their exquisite artisanal works.

In Chordeleg, we'll visit an artisan workshop where Ecuador's finest filigree is produced. Here, you'll enjoy a bit of free time to browse the shop and take home a souvenir.

The last stop on our journey brings us to a family workshop in Gualaceo. In this workshop, we'll enjoy the unique opportunity to see the process of weaving shawls and ponchos on antique looms. Did you know to give these textiles some color, the locals will use dyes extracted from regional plants?

After 9 full hours of culture and adventure, we'll bring you back to your hotel in Cuenca.

Tour with lunch

If you prefer, you can opt for the tour option that includes lunch. With this option, when we make our stop for lunch you'll enjoy a meal of traditional dishes, and choose from a selection of typical plates.

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If you're in Cuenca, don't miss out on this day trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo, and Chordeleg to see the Inca ruins, handicrafts, and many traditions!

Description

In Chordeleg, we'll visit an artisan workshop where Ecuador's finest filigree is produced. Here, you'll enjoy a bit of free time to browse the shop and take home a souvenir.

After 9 full hours of culture and adventure, we'll bring you back to your hotel in Cuenca.

Day Trip to Ingapirca, Gualaceo + Chordeleg