Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from Cuenca
Overview
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Ingapirca is the most important archaeological complex in Ecuador, once there you will learn about the Cañari and Incan cultures and the different methods of construction that date back to 500 years ago!. Also in this nice tour you will visit the Incan face mountain, an interesting spot wich is located 20min away from the complex
.Additionally on this tour you will visit a magnificent church of Biblian located into a cliff of a sacred cañari mountain from where you will enjoy a fantastic view of Biblian town and the andes scenery.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 1 people per booking
Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cuenca
The guide will pick you up from your hotel or Airbnb, you will travel around two hours enjoying beautiful Andean landscapes also you will see the local farmers working in the mountains, finally you will arrive in Ingappirca Complex.
Ingapirca Archaeological Complex
Ingapirca is considered the most important archeological site of Ecuador, and here the guide will explain about the Cañari and Inca cultures traveling by sectors Cañari-Inca walls and appreciating the unique elliptical temple which was the Tahuantinsuyo.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch ( less in the option without lunch)
Transport by private vehicle
Drinks
Tips
Entrance fee
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private tour
Special option only for you, you can decide the pick up time and other details , also you have include a delicious lunch.
Pickup included
Group tour without lunch
In this option you can bring your own meal or you can decide what you prefer to eat directly in the restaurant.
Pickup included
Group tour with lunch
Perfect tour that includes lunch in a local restaurant.
Pickup included
Reviews
150 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour Ingapirca with Sebastián
olja silber,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this tour in threes and it was quite wonderful! We wrote Edison (the owner) beforehand that we eat vegetarian and even that wish was taken into account. Our tour guide Sebastián gave us a small city tour of Cuenca and answered all our questions. The excursion to the church and Ingapirca was also incredibly interesting, you can tell that Sebastián is an experienced and passionate guide. Thank you for the great tour! Olga, Lana and Mimi
Small group tour
deand990,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eddie was a very informative guide. Our “group” was a total of 4 people in an SUV which allowed us to tour efficiently and receive personalized attention. A++
An amazing experience
F181EJkathleenm,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an exceptional tour! Our guide Pedro was wonderful, he brought so much to our experience of the archeological site. We enjoyed everything and returned positively transformed by this special place and the people we met there. Highly recommend!
Extreme and BEAUTIFUL.
Scenic08433294418,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Couture to In The Perca out of Cuca Ecuador the elevation was high and I have struggled with it a bit, but the tour guide was kind and patient and I had a great time. I’d do it again in an instant.
Ingapirca - nice day trip from Cuenca
heidiaR7367AU,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eddie from Polylepis Tours was prompt with pick up from hotel. The drive to Ingapirca was good with seeing the countryside and communities. The Ingapirca complex and information provided was sufficient - wear warm layers since blustery. The lunch was at a local restaurant near the complex and was also tasty. After Ingapirca, visited the Catholic Church in Bibliań and then drive back to Cuenca. Overall, had a nice day and would recommend.
Great Cañar-Inca experience!
Voyage111819,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is of enormous historical importance! Beautiful and well taken care of. The guide Wilson has great knowledge besides being very kind and great driver!
Full Day Tour Ingapirca Site
mfhs2,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very well organised, professional and most importantly, fun and informative! Eddy knows the tour like the back of his hand and was sharing a lot of knowledge and interesting facts during the tour. He is a very passionate guide and you could feel the proudness towards Ecuador whenever he speaks. One of the best guides we ever had and we can definitely recommend this tour 100%.
A Day’s Adventure in The Andes of Ecuador
Marty P,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’m so glad that I booked this trip! I had a wonderful time with Edison. This well worth my time and every dollar spent. I like how you’re picked up at your hotel or Air BnB. The tour group was very small and ideal in my opinion. So much information was shared that I was taken aback by the rich history of the region. I learned a lot so this was right up my alley. Edison is very personable and doesn’t mind if you ask a lot of questions. He is very proud of being Ecuadorian, as he should be. I would do this tour again. I highly recommend the tour. Oh, do the tour where lunch is included. You will eat a very traditional Ecuadorian meal.
Tour Ingapirca
O1552OIleandros,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Ingapirca tour with the guide Diego was perfect! It was a great day with good explanation about the area and also good pictures!
Great day out at the Inca Ruins
157cheanl,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I signed up for a private tour to Ingapirca Ruins. My tour guide was Pedro, he had great knowledge of the history of the ruins, the small towns that we passed by along the way and even stopping to show me how the Ecuadorian dish , guy (roast pig) was cooked and how different parts get cooked. We had a great hike at the ruins and surrounding areas. Pedro was a great communicator and able to interact with the locals so I was able to take some photos. I’m happy with Pedro, he was such a great guide and making the trip amazing.
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