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Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca
5.0(1)Cuenca10 hours
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At a glance
Duration
10 hours
Price from
$85 / person
Location
Cuenca, Ecuador
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Polylepis Tours
Description
Experience the Devil's Nose and more on a small-group tour from Cuenca. Forget unreliable public transit and get to Alausi faster in private transportation, leaving you with more time to explore the small town at your own pace. After the two and a half hour ride along the Devil’s Nose, take in a traditional dance performance and visit the remote Biblian Church before returning to Cuenca.
-Visit a remote area of Ecuador in a single day
-Get personalized attention on small-group tour.
-Relax in round trip transportation.
-Watch a traditional dance performance
Schedule & prices
Runs
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 12–80)
$85
Child (ages 5–11)
$70
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $180.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Group tour without lunch
Option designed to enjoy with more people but you can bring your own food or buy a lunch directly in the restaurant.
Pickup included
Group tour with lunch
Tour with local lunch: Special tour that includes a delicious tipycal lunch.
Pickup included
Private Tour
Private Tours: Tour designed only for you, this option includes tickets and a delicious lunch.
Pickup included
Itinerary
180 min
Our guide will pick you up in our vehicle from Cuenca at 07:00 am, we will travel for 3 hours approx. to get Alausi canton in the province of Chimborazo.
Centro Historico de Alausi
Admission not included180 min
At 10:00 we will have a short city tour of Alausi visiting the central square, the train station, the Lluglly viewpoint from where you will enjoy a beautiful view of the canton and part of the train line, also you will see many people of the Puruha culture wearing their typical costumes.
After this visit you will travel 30min to the viewpoint of the Devil´s nose mountain from where the guide will explain the most important information about this unique engineering work. And for hikers optional to walk on the trail that conect the viewpoint to the Sibambe train station.
Ingapirca Archaeological Complex
Admission included60 min
Our guide will take you after lunch on a 2-hour trip to the most important Archaeological Complex of Ecuador, Ingapirca del Cañar, in this place the guide will give you information about the Cañari and Inca cultures and you will have the possibility of knowing the only temple of elliptical form of the Inca empire.
Cuenca
120 min
After visiting Ingapirca you will travel aroud 2 hours to reach your hotel in Cuenca.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Transport by private vehicle
Lunch (less in the option without lunch)
Not included
Personal expenses
Drinks
Tips
Entrance Fee
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at hotels or apartment
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Cuenca
Starting price $85 is 19% below the typical $105 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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
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 Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca take?
Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca cost?
Prices start at $85 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 $180. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $70, adults from $85.
Can I cancel Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca 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. Pick up at hotels or apartment Pickup points include Hotel San Pablo, Hotel Espana.
What languages is Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca 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 Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Devil´s Nose Hiking and Ingapirca Ruins from Cuenca worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Polylepis Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Isabel B
October 7, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
I haven’t visited a train like this before🙌
Ecuador is undoubtedly a country full of attractions to enchant us and this time it was not the exception together with our guide who showed a lot of knowledge about the places we visited and always willing and interested in keep us safe and making a pleasant stay for us. Thank you very much, for sure we will return back to Cuenca and contact you again !!!
Operator response
Hello Dear Isabel.
Thank you so much for your review.
It's a pleasure for us to know that you´ve liked the tour Devil´s Nose Train with our guide Diego Parra, it's a nice place to learn more about the history of Ecuador while you enjoy the beautiful sceneries and local dances
Warm Regards and we hope see you again.
Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador Team
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