Cuenca Cultural Program
Spanish classes and cultural excursions in Cuenca . . .
The center of Cuenca has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the many well-preserved colonial buildings dating from the 16th to 19th centuries. There are many museums to visit that explore various aspects of the growth and development of Cuenca and its surroundings. A strong indigenous presence also adds character to this charming Andean city, making it the perfect place to study Spanish.
🔸 20 hours of small group Spanish classes (can be taken with individual classes or as a couple/friends too)
🔸 4 excursions per week to places of cultural and historical interest around Cuenca. Friday afternoon free for extended weekend activities.
🔸 Program can be taken for 2 weeks without repetition. You can also do the same program in our school in Quito!
🔸 Combine your Spanish tuition with more touristic pursuits and a chance to practice your Spanish in real-life settings for a real immersion experience!
And if you have particular interests that you would like to follow while you are in Cuenca we will be happy to arrange visits to alternative sites with a teacher for you.
Click on the links on the right-hand side for more information about our Spanish programs in Cuenca.
ABOUT THE CUENCA CULTURAL PROGRAM:
The Cuenca Cultural Spanish program is a one-week Spanish immersion package that combines 4 hours of Spanish per day with visits to some of the many places of cultural and historical interest in Cuenca with a teacher. The program can be taken for up to 3 weeks without repeating excursions.
| SOME OF THE EXCURSIONS AROUND QUITO! | |
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CAJAS NATIONAL PARK |
A national park with stunning scenery and great hikes. |
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CHORDELEG CRAFTS VILLAGES |
An all-day excursion to visit several crafts-producing villages where you can browse leather wares, silver, wood crafts, and more. |
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INGAPIRCA INCA RUINS |
Visit the largest Inca ruins in Ecuador, a complex of buildings and fortifications that was strategically located by the Incas shortly before the arrival of the Spanish. |
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YUNGUILLA |
Visit a subtropical paradise in a valley near Cuenca where there are waterfalls and they grow sugarcane and fruit. |
The above day trips generally cost between $35 – $60 depending on distance and time. There may be other entry fees not included in this price. We will be happy to supply you with more information and to make any necessary reservations for you.
