Cuenca, is a beautiful colonial city declared a UNESCO cultural heritage site in 1999, enjoy colonial architecture and art in its churches, plazas and museums. Nearby is town of Chordeleg in the Gualaceo valley, famous for its artistic jewelry in gold and silver, Banos de Duran and its thermal baths. In the area you find the Inca ruins at Ingapirca and the Cajas lakes. South of Cuenca are Loja the eco-city, Podocarpus national park and Vilcabamba valley.

Ecuador Inca Trail

Follow the footsteps of Ecuador's indigenous people as you take this the Inca trail from Achupallas to the Inca ruins at Ingapirca. Hike 4 - 6 hours per day crossing the páramo grasslands following hidden trails of an ancient commerce route used by Inca and pre - Inca cultures. Nights are spent camping and enjoying the stars. Arrive at Ingapirca and enjoy Ecuador's most important archaeological sight. Return to Riobamba.

Travel to Cuenca

Depart from Riobamba in the morning head south passing by the Balbanera chapel and Colta lake. Visit the Ingapirca ruins, most important archaeological site in Ecuador. Arrive to Cuenca in the afternoon, free time to explore this beautiful city. Transfer to the hotel of your choice.