Discover the beauty of Cuenca, considered one of the most picturesque cities in South America, on a guided 4-hour tour of the city including neighborhoods, markets, churches and museums. Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 6:30 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 6
Adult (ages 12–80)
$16
Child (ages 5–11)
$12
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $65.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:06 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 5.
Tour Options
Cuenca City tour by night
Group Tour: Option of 3 hours tour to discover Cuenca by night to admire its iluminated landmarks and colorful neighborhoods.
Pickup included
Walking City Tour
Walking City Tour/ 3 hours: For people who wish to explore the most important of the city's historic center on foot. /Metting point Church san Sebastian
Pickup included
Private tour
Option that let you organize the visit according to your requirements.
Pickup included
Group tour
Option that includes more people.
Pickup included
Itinerary
20 min
On this tour, you will be able to visit the Central Park where the city of Cuencan was founded on April 12, 1557.
La Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Cuenca
15 min
You will visit the largest church in Ecuador with its imposing architecture.
Mercado 10 De Agosto
15 min
You will visit the 10 de Agosto market, the most beautiful and colorful in the historic center of Cuenca.
Homero Ortega
20 min
You will visit the toquilla straw hat factory where you will learn about the elaboration of the most important handicraft in Ecuador.
Plaza de las flores
10 min
You will visit the plaza de las flores located next to the religious complex of Carmen del Asuncion.
Cruz del Vado
15 min
You will visit one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Cuenca, the Cruz del Vado with a very particular architecture.
Seminario San Luis
15 min
You will visit one of the most picturesque buildings in the city of Cuenca, located in front of the central park and from where you can see the domes of the new cathedral.
Calle Santa Ana
10 min
You will walk through this pedestrian street, the first one built by the Spanish.
Iglesia de El Vergel
20 min
You will walk through the El Vergel neighborhood where its main attraction is Calle de las Herrerias, located where the Inca Trail used to pass and today it is a mandatory place to visit for its traditional food restaurants.
Mirador de Turi
30 min
You will visit the most important viewpoint in Cuenca, from where you will see almost the entire city.
El Barranco del Rio Tomebamba
30 min
You will walk through the ravine of the Tomebamba river, here you will enjoy the architectural beauty of Cuenca and also its most important river.
El Puente Roto
15 min
This place is very important in Cuenca city, from here you will have a nice view of Tomebamba river and Todos Santos church.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Local Snack ( Herrerias street)
Not included
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
If you will stay in an Airbnb, please provide us the exact address in advance.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
17 reviews
5
16
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
How it compares in Cuenca
No. 27 by number of reviews among 122 tours in Cuenca
Starting price $16 is 79% below the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Cuenca
Excurgo comparison of 122 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum of 1 adults required
Children with minimun an adult required
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour take?
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour cost?
Prices start at $16 per person for this Cuenca experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $65. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 6:30 PM.
How much does Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $12, adults from $16.
Can I cancel Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. If you will stay in an Airbnb, please provide us the exact address in advance. Pickup points include Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique, Hotel San Pablo.
What languages is Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children with minimun an adult required
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Polylepis Tours.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
U
U504CJstevep
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Edison from Polylepis Tours Exceeded all expectations as our tour guide in Cuenca
Edison from Polylepis Tours met us at our hotel at the designated time and with enthusiasm, walked us through some of the most interesting historical and touristic sites throughout Cuenca. Edison was incredibly knowledgable and was happy to answer all the questions that we asked. The pace that he kept through the tour was perfect in the highlights that he focussed on were all interesting and appreciate it. Highly recommend and would certainly use his services in the future.
C
CFStan
February 1, 2026 · via Viator
Informative and Fun
I booked this tour for my family, including two parents in their 80s, and mistakenly didn’t realize it was a walking tour (my fault). When I figured it out just before we started, Edison was incredibly patient over WhatsApp and quickly coordinated with our guide, Flavio.
Flavio was fantastic—very knowledgeable about Cuenca and its history, engaging, and genuinely caring. He checked on my parents often, stopped to rest when needed, and never made us feel rushed or like a burden.
Highly recommend this tour. They truly care. Edison even followed up after the tour, and Flavio shared photos he took, which was a really nice touch.
7
797cfs
January 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Informative and Enjoyable
I booked this tour for my family, including two parents in their 80s, and mistakenly didn’t realize it was a walking tour (my fault). When I figured it out just before we started, Edison was incredibly patient over WhatsApp and quickly coordinated with our guide, Flavio.
Flavio was fantastic—very knowledgeable about Cuenca and its history, engaging, and genuinely caring. You’ll finish with a whole new perspective on Cuenca. He checked on my parents often, stopped to rest when needed, and never made us feel rushed or like a burden.
Highly recommend this tour. They truly care. Edison even followed up after the tour, and Flavio shared photos he took, which was greatly appreciated.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear friends. Thank you very much for leaving your comment about your tour. It was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours and our guide Flavio to help you with this tour in Cuenca Ecuador .
If you need anything in the future, we are at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador
S
Sherpa16331775242
December 31, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful
My tour guide, Diego, was excellent. He is extremely knowledgeable about Cuenca’s history, culture, geography, architecture, etc. His command of the English language was very good. He has a good vocabulary. He gave me some free time to explore but always kept an eye on me. I would highly recommend him.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear friends. Thank you very much for leaving your comment about your tour. It was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours and our guide Diego Parra to help you with this city tour in Cuenca .
If you need anything in the future, we are at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador
B
BETTY_T
December 28, 2025 · via Viator
Great walking g tour
Edison is an extremely knowledgeable guide. Any questions you have about the city, he knows the answers since he has lived in Cuenca his whole life. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour!
B
Brian R
November 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Get to know Cuenca today.
Trip advisor is one of my resources to capture a value for the money. Not only is the adventure worth the time and money, but you make a friend that is a local in the area. Our guide knew this area well, history of the city and was very accommodating for our needs. Eddie connected with us well. Very respectful and friendly. His knowledge is appreciated. I feel I know Cuenca and appreciate its people and history.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear friends. Thank you very much for leaving your comment about your tour. It was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours and our guide Edison Juca to help you with this tour to Cuenca city tour.
If you need anything in the future, we are at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador
4
462isabelag
August 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Cool City Tour and Guide
We had a great tour with Flávio! He was super knowledgable and felt like a friend showing us around his hometown. He also gave us some food recommendations and he was spot-on! Flávio was also very good at timing breaks and stops.
We enjoyed the combination of the van visit to Turi and then walking around the city. Great activity to do when you first arrive in Cuenca as it helps with understanding the city layout and navigation.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear friends.
Thank you very much for leaving your comment about your tour. It was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours and our guide Flavio Muñoz to help you with this City tour in Cuenca.
If you need anything in the future, we are at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador
R
ritap813
June 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Complete city tour
The guide knew the city well. Could have done a little more by car. Got to see key interest points. Good value for the money.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Friends
Thank you very much for your comment. It was a pleasure for the entire Polylepis Tours team and our guide to help you with this City tour in Cuenca, and we will check if there is any chance to included something else in the tour to do by car.
Always at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours
M
Melanye_C
February 22, 2025 · via Viator
A Perfect Day in Cuenca
My walking city tour of Cuenca with Flavio, and it was an outstanding experience. Not only did I get a great tour of the city, but I also got to practice my Spanish as Flavio (since I was the only person on the tour that day). He was patient with translations when needed and went above and beyond, answering my questions about things that weren’t even part of the tour. His knowledge and willingness to help were truly appreciated. He even helped me with a taxi driver when my Spanish failed me. I highly recommend this tour—it was informative and a lot of fun!
S
Sunshine38923377079
February 22, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A Perfect Day in Cuenca
My walking city tour of Cuenca with Flavio, and it was an outstanding experience. Not only did I get a great tour of the city, but I also got to practice my Spanish as Flavio (since I was the only person on the tour that day). He was patient with translations when needed and went above and beyond, answering my questions about things that weren’t even part of the tour. His knowledge and willingness to help were truly appreciated. He even helped me with a taxi driver when my Spanish failed me. I highly recommend this tour—it was informative and a lot of fun!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear friends
Thank you very much for leaving your comment about your tour. It was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours and our guide Flavio Muñoz to help you with this street food tour in Cuenca-Ecuador.
If you need anything in the future, we are at your service.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours
Compare similar tours in Cuenca
Lowest price: Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour — $16
Best rated: Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca — 5.0 (232 reviews)
Shortest: Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour — 4 hours
