Cuenca: Ingapirca Ruins, Gualaceo & Chordeleg Day Trip｜Ecuador

Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the beautiful Andean highlands, enjoying breathtaking mountain landscapes and picturesque countryside along the way.

Arrive at Ingapirca, Ecuador’s most important Inca archaeological site. Built by Sun worshippers in the Cañar Valley, this impressive temple-fortress stands approximately 60 kilometers northeast of Cuenca, at an elevation of around 10,500 feet (3,200 meters) above sea level. Explore its remarkable ruins and discover the fascinating history of the Inca civilization in Ecuador.

Continue to Gualaceo and Chordeleg, two charming towns renowned for their rich artisan traditions. Visit a local workshop where skilled craftspeople create some of the finest filigree jewelry in Ecuador. Enjoy free time to browse the shops, purchase unique handmade souvenirs, or simply soak up the local atmosphere.

You will also have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and experience the flavors of the region.

Our final stop takes us to a local family workshop, where you can observe the traditional process of weaving shawls and ponchos on antique looms. Discover how natural dyes extracted from local plants are used to create these beautiful handmade textiles.

After this enriching cultural experience, we return to your hotel in Cuenca, bringing together history, archaeology, craftsmanship, and Andean culture in one unforgettable day.