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Discover the Charms of Cuenca: An 8-Day Itinerary

Darwin Sacaquirin

Darwin Sacaquirin

6 Oct 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Cuenca, Ecuador with this 8-day itinerary designed for solo travelers. Explore vibrant markets, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this enchanting city.

Trip to Cuenca

Day 1
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$26

El Cafecito de la 9
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Mercado 9 de Octubre
Meat & local produce, plus juices & street food like slow-roasted pork, in a lively covered market.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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San Blas Park
Small park with a fountain & a statue of author Manuel J. Calle, plus nearby ice cream parlors.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Paraiso Restaurante Vegetariano ***
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 2
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$27

Picantes De Leo, Hermano Miguel
Comida con sazón costeña. Más de 25 años en el Mercado. Sazón única y especial.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Mercado de Artesanias Rotary
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Balcon Quiteño
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 3
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$29

Raymipampa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
1 - 2 min

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Calderon Park
Small, landscaped square with trees & pathways, surrounded by government buildings & 2 churches.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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don colon
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
3 - 4 min

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Picantes de Leo, Luis Cordero
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 4
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$24

Café Libre
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Puente Roto
Riverside walkway lined with lawns & restaurants & linked to the remains of an arched stone bridge.
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Madre Park
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Cuchi Suco - BBQ Pit
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 5
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$28

El Nuevo Oro Mar Mariscos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
4 - 6 min

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Mercado 10 de Agosto
Lively covered market filled with fruit, vegetable & butcher stalls, plus vendors selling hot meals.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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La cueva del cangrejo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$11
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6
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$30

Picantería El Goloso
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
16 - 24 min

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El Paraíso Park
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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Bocca Piena
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$11
7 - 10 min

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El Carbonazo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 7
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$0

Day 8
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$0

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$164