Andean Cultural Experience: Countryside, Traditions & Local Lunch

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the essence of the Andes through an authentic experience with a local community. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed with traditional music and the warmth of your hosts, who will invite you to become part of their customs.

Dress in traditional clothing, take part in seasonal agricultural activities, and gain insight into the Andean way of life. Learn about the fascinating traditional weaving process, an ancestral art rich in history and meaning.

Enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with local ingredients and end your experience with a special farewell. A unique opportunity to connect with the culture, traditions, and people of the Peruvian Andes.

What's Included

Tourist lunch as detailed
Use of tools for the activities
Local interpreter (Quechua – Spanish/English)
All activities mentioned in the program
welcome at the community center
Personalized assistance throughout the experience
Alcoholic beverages or soft drinks
Local transportation to/from the community
Medical insurance
Tips (optional)
Services not mentioned

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from hotels located in Cusco’s historic center. Please wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Our team will contact you one day prior to confirm the exact pickup time. If your accommodation is outside the pickup area, a nearby meeting point will be provided.

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Meeting point

The meeting point will be at Plaza Regocijo, next to the central fountain. Our guide will be there and will also contact you before the tour starts. Additionally, the guide will call out the name of the person responsible for the reservation or the group to make the meeting easier.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    Cusco Region

    Enjoy an authentic experience in an Andean community, where you will be welcomed with traditional music by the Varayoc (local leader). Savor a welcome drink (muña tea) while introducing yourself to the group. You will then dress in traditional clothing and become part of the community. Take part in seasonal agricultural activities such as planting, harvesting, and feeding animals. Next, learn about the traditional weaving process, including spinning, natural dyeing, and textile production. The experience ends with a delicious traditional lunch (2 options available, to be selected at the time of booking) and free time to purchase local handmade textiles. A musical farewell completes the experience. Duration: Approximately 3 hours Altitude: 3,770 m.a.s.l. Available year-round Suitable for all ages

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MachuPicchu Journey

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Plantation Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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