Ciudad Encantada tour: Rock formations & river source in Cuenca

Whimsical rock formations carved by millions of years of water and wind

A guided tour from Cuenca into the Natural Park of the Serranía de Cuenca, visiting the Enchanted City's sculpted limestone formations, tracing the Cuervo River to its source through waterfalls and forest, then stopping at Laguna de Uña for a meal and the Ventano del Diablo viewpoint. An ecotourism guide leads the route. Entrance to the Enchanted City and hotel pickup are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Enchanted City and Cuervo River

• Pickup at accommodation in Cuenca
• Visit Enchanted City with guided tour
• Explore source of Cuervo River and waterfalls
• Stop for meal at Uña lagoon inn
• Enjoy views at Ventano del Diablo
• Return to Cuenca

The experience

The tour starts with pickup at your accommodation in Cuenca and heads into the Natural Park of the Serranía de Cuenca to reach the Enchanted City. The rock formations here are the product of millions of years of erosion: water and wind have sculpted the limestone into shapes that give the place its name. Your guide, specialized in ecotourism, explains how these formations came to be and points out the curiosities hidden in the landscape as you walk through the site. Entrance to the Enchanted City is included.

From there, the route continues to the source of the Cuervo River, one of Castile-La Mancha's most emblematic waterways. You travel its paths and waterfalls, moving through the natural environment where the river begins. The guide shows you how the water shapes the terrain and the life that depends on it. Before heading back to Cuenca, you stop at Laguna de Uña, where there is free time to eat at a typical inn nearby or simply sit by the water. The final stop is Ventano del Diablo, a natural balcony that opens onto the Serranía with views across the karst landscape.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in Cuenca.
• entrance to the Enchanted City.
• a guide specialized in ecotourism who speaks Spanish.
• access to the Cuervo River paths and waterfalls.
• free time at Laguna de Uña to eat or rest.
• the Ventano del Diablo viewpoint.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturdayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Youth (13 to 16 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideSpanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Mirando pa Cuenca - Visitas y excursiones guiadas

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see both the Enchanted City's rock formations and the Cuervo River source in one day, with a guide explaining the geology and landscape. Book the 9-hour version to fit sightseeing around free time in Cuenca's old town.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 16 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Enchanted City and why is it called that?

The Enchanted City is a natural area in the Serranía de Cuenca where limestone has been carved by water and wind into whimsical formations over millions of years. The shapes and the landscape give it its name. Your guide explains the geology and points out the distinctive features as you walk through.

Do we actually walk to the source of the Cuervo River?

Yes, the tour travels the paths and waterfalls of the Cuervo River to reach its source in the natural park. You move through the forest and water environment where one of Castile-La Mancha's main rivers begins.

Is there time to eat during the tour?

Yes, there is free time at Laguna de Uña, where a typical inn is located nearby. You can have a meal there or simply rest by the water before the final stop at Ventano del Diablo.

What is Ventano del Diablo?

Ventano del Diablo is a natural viewpoint or balcony in the Serranía that opens onto the karst landscape. It is the final stop on the tour and offers views across the rock formations and terrain of the natural park.

How long is the full tour?

The tour lasts 9 hours from pickup at your accommodation in Cuenca, including all stops, walking time and the meal break at Laguna de Uña.