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Highlands & Heritage: Discovering Cuenca and Cajas from Guayaquil

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Guayaquil Nature Tour Tour Cuenca Tour Guayaquil

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Embark on a cocoa tour from Guayaquil to witness the chocolate-making process.

La mejor tarifa garantizada.

The best rates guaranteed!
✅ On our platform, you can connect directly with certified local guides in Ecuador. By cutting out international intermediaries, we can offer more competitive rates than global portals, so you can be sure that your investment is supporting local talent directly, with no hidden fees.
Flexibilidad total en tus pagos.

Total flexibility in your payments.
✅ We accept debit and credit card payments.
✅ International transfers.
✅ Payments with Deuna! and Zelle.
Cancelación sin costo adicional.

Cancellation at no extra cost.
✅ We offer a full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the start time.
Servicio de recogida incluido

Pickup service included.
✅ We offer a hotel pickup service in Guayaquil and Samborondón. The meeting point is the hotel lobby..

✅ We also offer a pickup service from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Accesibilidad y Movilidad

Accessibility and Mobility.
✅ Suitable for strollers: The route is suitable for strollers.
🟧 Wheelchairs: Due to the terrain or transport, the activity is not accessible for wheelchairs.

¿Quiénes pueden participar?

Who can participate?
✅ This experience is ideal for travellers aged 2 to 80. Plus, children under 5 can join us for free!
Tiempo estimado.

Estimated time:
✅ 4–5 hours to enjoy each step of the process at your own pace.
Hora de encuentro

Meeting time.
✅ 8:00 a.m. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early so we can get to know each other and start on time.
Experiencia bilingüe

Bilingual experience.
✅ This tour is offered in both Spanish and English.
¿Qué incluye tu experiencia?

What does your experience include?
✅ Private transportation: Modern vehicle with air conditioning for your total comfort.
✅ Chocolate workshop: Create your own artisanal chocolate.
✅ Expert accompaniment: Certified bilingual guide with extensive local knowledge.
✅ Entrance to the hacienda and tastings: Includes private access to all areas of the hacienda and cacao trails.
✅ Privacy and exclusivity: This is a private activity. When you book, we guarantee that only your group will participate. Enjoy the freedom to customize the experience and have our guide focused entirely on you.
Ten en cuenta que no se incluye

Please note that the following are not included:
🟧 Personal expenses and tips.

Recomendaciones para tu visita

Recommendations for your visit:
👕 Wear lightweight long-sleeved clothing and comfortable closed shoes.
🧢 Sun protection: Don't forget your hat or cap and sunscreen.
🦟 Essential items: Insect repellent (very important for your comfort).
💧 Hydration: Bring water to keep cool during the trip.
📸 Memories: Have your phone or camera ready to capture the process of making your own chocolate bar!
🌿 Local commitment: Help us protect the environment by respecting the flora and fauna, and by following your guide's instructions.
Clima y Temporadas:

Climate and seasons at Hacienda Agroturística
✅ Rainy Season: January to May ⛈️🌡️ 26°C – 30°C / Hot and humid.
Greener and lusher landscape.
✅ Dry Season: June to December ☁️🍃 22°C – 26°C / Cool and cloudy days.
Ideal for long walks.
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Don't hesitate to contact us.
Your experience is our priority! If you have any special requests or group requirements, or if you would simply like to chat with your guide before booking, please don't hesitate to contact us.

📲 Phone number: 0978887324
✉️ Email: info@trailforthjournal.com
📍 Local office: Guayaquil, Ecuador.

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Price per person USD

From: $125.00

Experience the transition from the heat of the tropics to the majesty of the Andes in a single day. Enjoy an exclusive experience combining the untamed nature of Cajas National Park with the colonial elegance of Cuenca, Ecuador’s most beautiful city. Travel in complete comfort by private transportation and discover why this region is the country’s cultural and scenic treasure.

🌟 Your High-Altitude Itinerary: A Private Immersion in the Andes

🚗 1. Scenic Rise and Landscape Transformation

We will depart early from Guayaquil, leaving the warmth of the coast behind as we ascend the imposing Andes mountain range. During this less-than-three-hour journey, you will enjoy a dramatic change in scenery, from extensive cocoa plantations to mystical cloud forests, and finally to the serene páramo.

🏞️ 2. Cajas National Park: Water Mirrors and Biosphere

Our first stop is a natural sanctuary recognized by UNESCO as a core area of the biosphere.

• Natural Immersion: We will visit the Interpretation Center to learn about the importance of water in this ecosystem.

• Walk among the lagoons: Take a leisurely stroll among crystal-clear lagoons and lush Andean vegetation while breathing the purest air in the country. It is the perfect setting for photography enthusiasts. (Note: We recommend bringing a coat.)

🌳 3. Dos Chorreras is a place worth stopping at.

We will stop at this magical spot at the foot of the mountain. Nature and rustic architecture blend harmoniously here, creating an ideal setting for taking spectacular photographs before heading to the city.

🏛️ 4. Cuenca: World Cultural Heritage Site

We will descend upon the “Athens of Ecuador” to explore its historical and architectural treasures.

• Historic Center: We will walk through its cobblestone streets, admiring the Republican and Colonial architecture that earned the city its World Heritage Site designation.

• The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception: We will visit the majestic “New Cathedral,” the highlight of the tour, with its iconic, imposing blue domes.

• El Barranco and Calderón Park: We will explore the vibrant heart of the city and the banks of the Tomebamba River, where nature and city life blend together.

• Turi Viewpoint: We will conclude the tour with the best panoramic view of Cuenca, bidding farewell to the city from above.

🌃 5. Exclusivity and a comfortable return.

After spending the afternoon enjoying culture and shopping for handicrafts and toquilla straw hats, we will return to Guayaquil at a relaxed pace. Since this is a private excursion, you can set the pace for the stops. We will drop you off directly at your hotel, bringing this unforgettable day to a close in comfort.