Enjoy the fascinating views and contrast of the Ecuadorian Andes and lowlands in our one-way flexible, convenient tour departing from Cuenca to Guayaquil including a visit to Cajas National Park, a local fruit market, and a cacao farm. Allowed 2 suitcases per person.
Duration: 3 hours
SUV, Van, Minibus
Private Shuttle one-way: Customized pick-up time, is a perfect option for those looking just for a transfer. NO GUIDE, NO MEALS, TRANSPORT ONLY
Pickup included
From Cuenca, we will drive through the famous Andes mountains to Toreadora refuge, located in Cajas National Park. This park is one of the most important protected areas in the south of Ecuador and the main supplier of water of Cuenca. You will marvel at the beautiful scenery found in this area. We will have the opportunity to do a hike (optional) to explore the Polylepis Forest and Moorland ecosystems with its lakes. Then we will cross the continental divide and continue our drive to the lowlands making stops to enjoy the beautiful scenery if weather permitting.
On the way, we will stop for lunch at this very local restaurant where the specialty is trout, however, there are several options including vegetarian and vegan. Our tour guide will advise you. You will also have the chance to enjoy the mysterious Andes mountains views from this point.
Taste the natural sweetness that is part of the cuisine and daily life of Ecuadorians. This local market booming with colors and fruits is one of the most interesting experiences in this area, with our experienced tour guide will learn and sample (If you like to) some of the local sweet and exotic fruits grown here. If you think you know the taste of bananas, mandarines, coconut, dragon fruit, passionfruit to name a few, get ready for the real flavor of these delicious fruits!
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please provide the pick up location or contact us to [email protected]
• Prepared for both weather, tropical and highland areas (1 to 3 layers). Temperature can range from 46F to 86F. • Shuttle option is provided with a Spanish-speaking driver, with not stops or activities included. • Infant meals not included • Comfortable hiking or walking shoes are recommended • Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free options are available, please advise at the time of booking if required and remind the tour guide in the restaurant. • Please contact [email protected] within 2 days notice to reconfirm the tour. • For 1 to 5 passengers, a bilingual guide will also be the driver. For more than 5 passengers, a driver and a bilingual guide will be provided.