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Exploration Tour of Cuenca, Ecuador

Thinking about making Cuenca your new home? This 6-night 5-day exploratory tour offers an authentic and informative introduction to life in this charming Andean city. Fully customizable to fit your pace and interests, our goal is to provide a warm, insightful, and inspiring experience.

Day 1: Welcome to Cuenca

08:00 – 09:00 • Welcome breakfast & Introduction to Cuenca: history, safety, lifestyle.
09:00 – 13:00 • Walking tour: Historic Center, Jewelry Museum, Cathedrals, Flower Market, Panama Hat Museum, Tomebamba River, Broken Bridge.
13:00 – 15:00 • Lunch at Curú Restaurant (Todos Santos Complex).
15:00 – 18:00 • Panoramic city tour (double-decker bus) + Turi lookout.
18:00 • Return to hotel | Free time.

Day 2: Urban Life & Local Services

08:00 – 09:00 • Breakfast
09:00 – 12:00 • Walking tour: Casa de la Mujer, San Francisco Plaza, 10 de Agosto Market (includes local snack).
12:00 – 13:00 • Drive along Av. Ordóñez Lasso identifying key services.
13:00 – 14:00 • Lunch at local restaurant.
14:00 – 15:30 • Visit Puertas del Sol & nearby residential areas.
15:30 – 17:00 • Immigration info session: visa types, residency, ID process.
17:00 onward • Free time.

Day 3: Expat Neighborhoods & Housing

08:00 – 09:00 • Breakfast
09:00 – 13:00 • Visit neighborhoods: Av. Solano, El Estadio, El Vergel, Paucarbamba, Tres Puentes, Primero de Mayo, Misicata, Challuabamba.
13:00 – 14:30 • Lunch (location based on group preference).
14:30 – 15:30 • In-depth tour of Challuabamba.
15:30 – 16:30 • Hotel rest time.
16:30 – 18:00 • Conversation with expats: insights & practical advice.

Day 4: Real Estate & Relocation Logistics

08:00 – 09:00 • Breakfast
09:00 – 10:00 • Housing overview: renting vs. buying, prices & process.
10:00 – 13:00 • Property viewings.
13:00 – 14:30 • Lunch
14:30 – 17:00 • Talk on shipping household goods to Ecuador.
17:00 – 18:00 • Rest period.
18:00 – 20:00 • Dinner with expat community.

Day 5: Healthcare & Planning Your Move

08:00 – 09:00 • Breakfast
09:00 – 10:30 • Group session: recap, Q&A, next steps.
10:30 – 13:00 • Healthcare & insurance info (optional clinic visits).
13:00 – 14:30 • Lunch
14:30 – 17:00 • Optional activity: museum, art gallery, etc.
19:00 • Closing dinner with fellow expats or local hosts.

Package Includes

6 nights at Hotel Casa Montalvo (central location)
Meals listed in the above itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Guided tours, expert sessions & transportation
Personalized assistance throughout the tour

Note: Alcoholic beverages are not included. Optional cultural activities are not covered by the package.

Pricing & Booking Information

The cost of the 6-night, 5-day exploration tour is $1,200 USD per person. We organize two tours per month, held during the first and third week of each month. To ensure proper planning and coordination, we require a minimum of two weeks’ advance notice and confirmation of booking.