GUAYAQUIL + CUENCA 5D/4N

Assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel. All guides will meet passengers at the National or International arrivals gate, holding a sign with the passengers’ last name. Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

08:30 – City tour of Guayaquil, visiting its main attractions such as the Iguana Park, the Malecón 2000 overlooking the Guayas River, and ascent to the Cerro Paraíso viewpoint for a panoramic view of the city. 14:30 – Overland transfer to the city of Cuenca in shared service. Along the way, enjoy views of agricultural plantations of bananas and rice fields before ascending into the Andes Mountains. Arrival in Cuenca and hotel check-in. Overnight stay in Cuenca.

08:30 – Morning city tour of Cuenca, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its architectural beauty and the scenic landscapes created by the four rivers that cross it. Visits include the Cathedral Domes (entrance included), El Turi viewpoint, Calderón Park, the Ethnographic Museum, and the “Ortega” Panama Hat Factory. 15:00 – Afternoon excursion to the nearby towns of Gualaceo, where we will visit the Orchid Garden (entrance included), and Chordeleg, famous for its gold and silver jewelry shops. Return to Cuenca. Overnight stay in Cuenca.

08:00 – Overland transfer to Guayaquil (approximately 4 hours), passing through the beautiful El Cajas lake region. Enjoy a stop at the Tres Cruces Viewpoint (if the route is open). Along the way, admire scenic views of cacao, rice, and banana plantations. Upon arrival in Guayaquil, cross the majestic bridges over the Guayas River and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Guayaquil.

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.