Discover the charm of Cuenca on this private and personalized city tour tailored to your interests. Explore the UNESCO-listed historic center, and visit iconic landmarks like the New Cathedral and artisanal markets. With a local guide, delve into Cuenca’s rich culture, vibrant history, and architectural beauty. Perfect for those seeking a customized and unforgettable experience in Ecuador’s most enchanting city!
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $60.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Begin in the charming San Sebastian neighborhood, the western colonial border of Cuenca, where you’ll stroll through a picturesque plaza, admire the colonial architecture, and explore the Modern Art Museum with its local exhibits.
Walk along Bolivar Street to uncover the city’s French-influenced republican-era transition, reflected in its elegant architecture, and visit the 10 de Agosto Market, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture as you learn about local fruits, products, and traditions.
Continue to the iconic San Francisco Plaza, the Flower Market, and the historic Parque Calderón, home to the impressive Old Cathedral and the New Cathedral, one of Latin America’s largest churches, boasting a stunning gold-leaf altar.
After lunch at a local restaurant recommended by your guide, visit El Barranco for stunning views of the Tomebamba River and its hanging houses. Explore Calle Larga and the Pumapungo Museum, where you’ll find exceptional exhibits on archaeology and Ecuador’s diverse indigenous cultures.
We will then visit the Homero Ortega Panama Hat Factory, where you’ll witness the intricate process of crafting world-famous Panama hats from “paja toquilla,” a tradition deeply rooted in Cuenca’s economy and culture. Choose from a variety of styles, from simple to exclusive, as you learn about this timeless craft.
Finally, soak in the stunning panoramic views of Cuenca from the “Mirador de Turi” scenic viewpoint, a perfect spot to capture the city’s charm. Afterward, we’ll drop you off comfortably at your hotel.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cuenca Your Way Exclusive Private City Tour lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $45 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 $60. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 5–11 pay from $20, adults from $45. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. If the hotel is not listed please send us a message with the hotel name. Pickup points include Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cuenca Bestours Tour Operator.
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Eddy is amazing! This is the perfect activity to do when you first arrive in Cuenca. He not only taught me about the city’s history and gave me valuable context for everything I was seeing, but also helped me get oriented and understand the layout of the city. Because of that, the rest of my time in Cuenca was much easier and more efficient. I highly recommend doing this early in your trip!
Fantastic tour with Genaro. We loved learning about the historic highlights of Cuenca and enjoyed our visit to the Homero Ortega hat factory.
We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic tour with Genaro and enjoyed discovering the historic highlights of beautiful Cuenca. We’re especially glad you enjoyed your visit to the Homero Ortega hat factory and learning more about Ecuador’s famous hat-making tradition. It was a pleasure having you with us! Cuenca Bestours Team
Good experience and good visibility
Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear you had a good experience and enjoyed the visibility during the tour. 🌄✨ Team Cuenca Bestours
What a great way to spend the day! Wilson , our guide took us to facinating places including a place where they make the famous Panama hat ( it’s actually a Ecuador hat!) . We Saw Cuenca from high above and visited beautiful villages in the mountains then walked around Cuenca’s historic center and visited a few of Cuenca’s 52 churches. Wilson was an excellent guide and spoke perfect English. It felt like a freind showing us his city. He took us to a place that he knew about and had encebollado , a delicious Ecuador soup for lunch and he gave us a great recommendation for a dinner restaurant.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Wilson made your day in Cuenca so special, from exploring the historic center and mountain villages to discovering the art of Panama hats. It’s wonderful that his knowledge, warmth, and perfect English made you feel like you were exploring with a friend. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Cuenca Bestours Team
Great exploration trip with Luis he was very knowledgeable his English was very good the overall trip which was customized for us was excellent
The full day tour of Cuenca was amazing! Very informative and great tour with Luis Gonzales! Definitely recommend to anyone coming to Cuenca.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the full-day tour of Cuenca with Luis Gonzales. He's a passionate and knowledgeable guide, and we’re happy he made your experience so special. Thank you for recommending us! Cuenca Bestours Team
We did the Cuenca walking tour with Eddy. He was one of the best guides I’ve ever had in my many years of travels. His knowledge and passions about Cuenca were amazing. We learned a lot about the beautiful city. We also did the private tour so he tailored it to our interests. I really recommend and ask for Eddy if it’s possible.
We're thrilled to hear that Eddy made such a lasting impression—his deep knowledge and passion for Cuenca truly shine through in every tour. We're also glad the private experience could be personalized to your interests. Your recommendation means a lot, and we'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Eddy! 🌟 Cuenca Bestours Team
Cuenca city tour with Wilson was amazing, really enjoyed it. Learned a lot about the city and history. Highly recommend it.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the Cuenca city tour with Wilson. It's wonderful to hear that you found it both enjoyable and informative. We'll be sure to share your feedback with him—he’ll truly appreciate it. Thank you for recommending us! Cuenca Bestours Team
Wilson was very knowledgeable and took us to all the wonderful places in Cuenca. We had a great time in this tour.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a great time exploring Cuenca with Wilson. His knowledge and passion truly bring each place to life. We appreciate you choosing us! Team Cuenca Bestours
We had an amazing experience on our day tour of Cuenca with Pedro. He was extremely friendly, accomodating and knowledgeable. He tailored the tour perfectly to suit our family group and was very flexible with plans on the day! We would highly recommend this tour and it’s an added bonus if you get Pedro as your guide!! Thankyou for a great experience
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing day in Cuenca with Pedro. His friendliness, flexibility, and deep knowledge truly make each tour special. We’re glad the experience was a perfect fit for your family. Your recommendation means a lot—hope to welcome you back to Ecuador soon for more unforgettable moments! Team Cuenca Bestours
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