Riobamba, Guano & Pucará Tambo Tour
Riobamba, Guano & Pucará Tambo Tour
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Riobamba and take you to the historic centre for a walking tour. Let's explore the railway capital of Ecuador!
To begin, we'll head to the city's viewpoint to admire the incredible views of the surroundings and the Chimborazo Volcano. Afterwards, we'll continue to St. Peter Cathedral to see its blended architectural styles and baroque façade. We'll then head to the Merced Market, where we'll witness the comings and goings of the locals and learn about typical dishes such as the hornado de Riobamba.
Next, we'll visit the Museum of the Mummy of Guano to see the showcase where, according to different studies, the mummified body of the missionary Fray Lázaro de Santofimia can be found. And, if we're lucky, we'll even be able to see the last ice maker of Chimborazo, Baltazar Ushca.
Afterwards, we'll approach Balbanera church, located right in front of the lake and built by the indigenous people and the Spaniards in 1534. Are you hungry? We'll stop at the restaurant of the Pucará Tambo Tourist Centre for a delicious lunch.
With our batteries recharged, we'll tour this tourist centre, from where we'll have unforgettable panoramic views of Riobamba. Pucará Tambo is located in the rural parish of Cacha and can boast of maintaining the traditional practice of making ponchos and other typical textiles of the area. You'll learn in detail the customs and traditions of its inhabitants!
We'll then take you back to your hotel in Riobamba and finish the tour after 9 hours.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Chimborazo Tours
Corporate name: CHIMBORAZO TOURS OPERADOR A DE TURISMO CTUR CIA LTDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
