Cuenca: San Bartolomé, Gualaceo & Chordeleg Artisanal Tour
Azuay, Ecuador
Visiting three small towns in Azuay province: Gualaceo, Chordeleg, and San Bartolomé. Learning more about the lifestyle and creation of awesome local crafts, including guitars, jewelry, and textiles.
Explore three historical towns in Ecuador’s Azuay region on an 8-hour guided day trip from Cuenca.
This tour visits San Bartolomé, Chordeleg, and Gualaceo to showcase local crafts and traditions in eastern Azuay province.
First, explore San Bartolomé, known for colonial architecture, medicinal gardens, and some of Ecuador’s finest guitars. Then travel to Chordeleg, famous for intricate silver jewelry, where you can visit jewelry workshops and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.
Finally, visit Gualaceo’s historic center with colonial-style houses and artisan vendors in traditional dress. Tour a textile workshop to see how traditional shawls are made.
Highlights
- Visit three historical towns in the Azuay region
- Discover local crafts including guitars and silver jewelry
- Explore a textile workshop demonstrating traditional shawl making
- Choose between shared or private day trip options
- Enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian lunch
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bilingual guide
- Traditional lunch
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Beverages
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. Morning departures are recommended to avoid afternoon heat.
