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.