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Cuenca Adventure: 5 Days of Culture, Cuisine, and History

OSCAR EDUARDO CORNEJO CHAVEZ

25 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the enchanting city of Cuenca, Ecuador. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and explore fascinating historical sites. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Cuenca

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee Delights and Artistic Wonders

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$58

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$ 4

CUENCA HOSPEDAJE

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Magnolia Caffe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Iglesia De San Roque, Cuenca

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno

Gallery showing Ecuadorian art & photography, with an interactive art space & a sculpture garden.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Homero Ortega Hats

Museum focusing on history of straw Panama hats, with a live production room & guided tours.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

La Olla

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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La Huequita de la U

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$25

Day 2Nature's Majesty and Culinary Delights

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$108

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$ 9

CUENCA HOSPEDAJE

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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Directions

La Chorreras Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

116 - 140 min

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Directions

Parque Nacional Cajas

High-mountain natural area with several lakes popular for hiking, camping & wildlife viewing.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$63

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Puerto de Manta Restaurante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

137 - 165 min

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Directions

Chocolate con Bizcochos Calientes

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 3Gastronomic Delights and Cultural Treasures

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$60

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$ 6

CUENCA HOSPEDAJE

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Bocatti

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

24 - 35 min

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Directions

Eduardo Vega Galeria/Taller

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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Directions

EOD Museo y Parque arqueológico Pumapungo

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Wafles De Belgica

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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SANTORINO Restaurant & Bar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 4Artistic Encounters and Historical Marvels

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$89

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$ 4

CUENCA HOSPEDAJE

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Ulalá Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Miguel Illescas Art Gallery

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Pumapungo Museum

Museum combining indoor exhibits about local culture & ethnography & sprawling, open-air Inca ruins.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$31

4 - 5 min

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Directions

ruta66

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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SANTORINO Restaurant & Bar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 5Sweet Treats and Architectural Wonders

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$63

CUENCA HOSPEDAJE

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Cacao y Canela

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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Museo de las Madres Conceptas

Religious paintings, sculptures, furniture & artifacts in a restored monastery museum.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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Old Cathedral of Cuenca

Old cathedral dating to the 16th century, now serving as a museum of religious artwork.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción

Landmark cathedral featuring 3 blue & white domes & Romanesque-revival architecture.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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don colon

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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Raymipampa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $398 In total

Activities & Food:$377

Transport:$21