General Tours > The Colonial Road to Cuenca : A Great Rail Journey on the Chiva Express

The Colonial Road to Cuenca : A Great Rail Journey on the Chiva Express
4 Days starting from $1,179

Countries Visited:
Ecuador

 

Length: 4 Days
Type: Independent Travel
Category: FreeStyle Travel
Operator: General Tours
Tour Code: GT-CE
   
 
About This Tour



Travel from Quito to Cuenca in Ecuador aboard the one-and-only Chiva Express. A traditional Chiva is an open-air passenger bus with room on the roof for the transport of grain and animals. The Chiva Express, colorfully decorated by local artisans, travels on restored turn-of-the century rail tracks from the Andes to the coast, and comfortable seats and a viewing platform on the roof have replaced the traditional sacks of grain and chickens. You’ll journey along the Avenue of Volcanoes, up the slopes of Cotapaxi Volcano and through lovely valleys of rose plantations before dinner and an overnight in charming Riobamba. The adventure continues as you descend 10,000 feet along zigzagging tracks toward the Pacific. In Cuenca, you’ll enjoy an overnight and free time to discover the rich history of this charming city – from Inca ruins to fine Spanish colonial architecture.
 
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Chiva Express from Quito to Cuenca

Charming accommodations in Riobamba and Cuenca

All meals en route

Travel from Quito to Cuenca in Ecuador aboard the one-and-only Chiva Express.

You’ll journey along the Avenue of Volcanoes, up the slopes of Cotapaxi Volcano and through lovely valleys of rose plantations before dinner and an overnight in charming Riobamba.

The adventure continues as you descend 10,000 feet along zigzagging tracks toward the Pacific.

In Cuenca, you’ll enjoy an overnight and free time to discover the rich history of this charming city – from Inca ruins to fine Spanish colonial architecture.


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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
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Single supplement is $1,459 per person. Operates Tue, Thu, Sat.

Prices are per person, double occupancy, and may vary during holidays and trade shows.

Travel from Quito to Cuenca in Ecuador aboard the Chiva Express. A traditional Chiva is an open-air passenger bus with room on the roof for the transport of grain and animals. The Chiva Express, colorfully decorated by local artisans, travels on restored turn-of-the century rail tracks from the Andes to the coast, and comfortable seats and a viewing platform on the roof have replaced the traditional sacks of grain and chickens.

You’ll journey along the Avenue of Volcanoes, up the slopes of Cotapaxi Volcano and through lovely valleys of rose plantations before dinner and an overnight in charming Riobamba.

The adventure continues as you descend 10,000 feet along zigzagging tracks toward the Pacific.

In Cuenca, you’ll enjoy an overnight and free time to discover the rich history of this charming city – from Inca ruins to fine Spanish colonial architecture.
Single supplement is $1,459 per person. Operates Tue, Thu, Sat.

Prices are per person, double occupancy, and may vary during holidays and trade shows.
   
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