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Great experience
Diego was very knowledgeable on everything and it showed that he was passionate about history and his country. He was very friendly and his english was perfect and even showed us local cuisine 10/10 must do
Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Cuenca, Ecuador
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 3 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
Discover Ecuador's Andean history and cultural identities on a full-day small-group tour from Cuenca. After convenient pickup from your accommodation, enjoy a relaxing transfer to Alausi. Then, follow your guide on a city tour and visit the Condor Pununa viewpoint. After lunch at a typical restaurant, travel back in time to the days of the Inca Empire at the Ingapirca del Canar Archeological Complex. -Enjoy a small group size of maximum 15 people -Travel comfortably in round-trip transportation -Have a traditional Ecuadorian lunch (optional) -Learn about indigenous cultures in Ecuador
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $85
- Child (ages 5–10)
- $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 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Polylepis Tours
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
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 Ruins
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
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
Lunch ( less in the option without lunch)
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Drinks
Tips
Entrance fee
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at hotels and apartments(Airbnb)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
3 reviews
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
- 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
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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 Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca take?
Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour 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 Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour 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 Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $70, adults from $85.
Can I cancel Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour 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 and apartments(Airbnb) Pickup points include Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique, Hotel La Casona.
What languages is Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour 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
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Polylepis Tours.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Wilson; best tour guide of Ecuador!
Together with our tour guide Wilson we went to the Devils nose/train station and Ingapirca. Wilson picked us up from Riobamba and dropped us off in Cuenca: great that this flexibility was possible! What really made our tour top notch was Wilson: he knows so much about the culture, environment, history and nature. He was always willing to answer questions and was a safe driver. We have been in Ecuador for about a week now and I am willing to say that he was the best till now!
Operator response
Dear Friend Thank you very much for your comment, it was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours Ecuador and our tour guide Wilson to help you with this tour , anything you need in the future will be a pleasure to assist you. Best Regards from Polylepis Tours Ecuador Team
C
Highly recommend taking a tour with Diego :)
Ended up alone on the tour but Diego was the best guide! Felt really at ease, his passion for Ecuador and the mountains is really contagious :) Learned a lot and had a really great time!
Operator response
Dear Friend Thank you very much for your comment, it was a pleasure for Polylepis Tours Ecuador and Diego to help you with this tour to visit Devil´s Nose Mountain and Ingapirca Archaeological Complex, anything you need in the future will be a pleasure to assist you. Greetings from Polylepis Tours Ecuador Team
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