Enjoy a full-day artisan tour from Cuenca to the Andean villages of Gualaceo and Chordeleg. Begin with a visit to San Bartolomé, renowned for its guitar-making tradition. Explore local workshops and the central park. In Chordeleg, immerse yourself in vibrant markets offering silver, gold, wood, and ceramic crafts. Discover the town's rich heritage and artisanal prowess. Continue to Gualaceo, known for its bustling markets and traditional crafts. Enjoy a local lunch and engage with artisans to learn about their techniques. This relaxed-paced tour offers a deep dive into Ecuador's rich cultural tapestry, perfect for craft enthusiasts and cultural explorers. Experience the heart of Ecuadorian craftsmanship on this memorable day trip.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
A crafter’s dream tour! Your journey begins with a visit to the charming little town of San Bartolome. Here you will have the chance to visit a typical local house and see its gardens full of medicinal plants. Stop by the church and main park before continuing on to Chordeleg. Spend time wandering the craft markets of Chordeleg that are famous for silver, wood, gold and ceramics. Your next stop is the crafter’s town of Gualaceo where you will visit more local markets. Enjoy lunch at a small country house and then finish your tour with a visit to a craft workshop where the famous “Macanas” or shawls are made. These skilled weavers will teach you about their craft while demonstrating their work. Return to Cuenca in the evening.
Tour is not recommended on Mondays - most shops are closed on this day.
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$1122-3 travelers
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The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
