Our next stop will be a kitchen workshop, where we will enjoy an interactive gastronomic experience. Through a live cooking experience, we will learn about some of the most iconic dishes of the local cuisine. We will start this flavorful journey with a traditional Cuencan breakfast, full of energy and taste.

Duration: 60 minutes

We will continue our walk through the city's charming cobblestone streets, exploring iconic landmarks such as the Tomebamba River, El Barranco, El Puente Roto, and the Archaeological Ruins of Todos Santos, until we reach the Pumapungo Museum. In this fascinating space, we will explore part of the archaeological park and immerse ourselves in the origins of the Kañari and Inka cultures. We will discover their Andean worldview and how it has influenced Cuenca’s rich gastronomy. During the visit, we will enjoy a traditional snack and beverage.

Duration: 60 minutes

With a deeper understanding of Andean history, we will head to one of the country’s most important museums dedicated to Ecuador's indigenous cultures. During the visit, we will take a special tour focused on food heritage, exploring different cultures through their culinary traditions and admiring unique archaeological artifacts. At the end of the visit, we will taste a traditional snack and have time to browse an artisan shop.

Duration: 80 minutes

After our journey through history and tradition, we will head to one of the selected restaurants, where a delightful lunch based on Cuenca’s contemporary cuisine awaits us. This innovative culinary proposal highlights local ingredients, respects bioclimatic zones, and reinterprets traditional recipes with a creative and modern touch.

Duration: 80 minutes

To end our tour on a sweet note, we will visit one of the city's most emblematic religious convents. Here, we will explore the influence of Spanish colonization on local cuisine, from new culinary techniques to the fusion of ingredients. As the grand finale, we will taste the traditional Corpus sweets, handcrafted by cloistered nuns.

Duration: 40 minutes

Cuenca Historic Center
Start your journey in the heart of Cuenca and get ready to explore the rich traditions, stunning landscapes, and deep-rooted wisdom of the Ecuadorian Andes.

Duration: 20 minutes

 El Labriego Alegre, one of Cuenca’s most iconic urban farms, welcomes us with open arms. Discover the ancestral farming practices and agroecological knowledge that sustain rural life in the Andes. Enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian breakfast, thoughtfully crafted especially for this experience.

Duration: 120 minutes

 Enter the magical world of El Cajas, a breathtaking highland ecosystem known for its thousands of lakes and unique biodiversity. Learn about its critical role in providing water to Cuenca and nearby communities. Walk through a landscape of mystic beauty while exploring one of Ecuador's most important natural heritage sites.

Duration: 90 minutes

 We pause for lunch at La Casa Vieja, a charming traditional restaurant located within the park. Experience a hearty Andean meal, prepared with local ingredients and mountain flavors.

Duration: 90 minutes

Return to Cuenca and wrap up the day with a fine Ecuadorian chocolate tasting hosted by local chocolatiers. Celebrate the richness of the land with this sweet farewell.

Duration: 60 minutes